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HCOS Student Awards

HCOS students have the opportunity to be recognized each year, based upon three distinct awards, which derive from our Learner Profile and connect to our Head, Heart and Hands model.  This page provides information about and outlines the requirements for each award. 

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Honour Roll (10-12)

To earn Honour Roll recognition, students in grades 10-12 must attain an average of at least 80% in all subjects. 

Requirements:

  • Students in Grades 10 and 11 must complete a minimum of seven HCOS courses toward their Dogwood Diploma, one of which must be a Christian Studies course, within the June reporting period.
  • Students in Grade 12 must complete a minimum of six HCOS courses toward their Dogwood Diploma, one of which must be a Christian Studies course, within the June reporting period. 

Character Award (K-12)

The HCOS Character Award recognizes and promotes character development in our students. Teachers nominate students who consistently demonstrate qualities outlined in our School Profiles.   

Service Award (K-12)

The HCOS Service Award recognizes students who actively serve their community. Students receive this award by completing the Service Award Form to demonstrate how they have met the requirements.  

Requirements:

  • Students must show evidence of a commitment to serving their community outside of school-related activities. Volunteering or acts of service must be practical and require an investment of time without pay.
  • Complete the Service Award Form
    • If volunteering with an organization, provide a letter or email of confirmation from the organization certifying the involvement and time volunteered.
    • If not volunteering with an organization, provide a letter or email from a parent confirming involvement and time volunteered.
    • Keeping and submit a log of service dates.
  • Minimum Required Hours:
    • 10 hours for students in Kindergarten to Grade 6.
    • 20 hours for students in Grades 7 to 12.

Some suggested areas of service are (but not limited to):

  • Conservation/environment projects
  • Volunteer work for a non-profit organization
  • Serving at church 
  • Helping your neighbours

 

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