Special Education

Our Special Education division students who receive special funding as well as students who do not meet government requirements for extra funding but need to be on special programs.

Learning DisabilitiesServices that are not FundedProgram

Some students may have learning disabilities that the government does not recognize for special funding. These include challenges such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, speech problems and written output delays. If you suspect your child struggleswould inbenefit from some wayextra help and advice with regard to meet their grade level requirements, and may need an IEP,learning, please contact your support teacher forwith moreyour information.concerns. This support teacher will then contact our Learning Services (LS) department to discuss how best to offer support.

Individual Education Plan

An Individual, or Inclusive, Education Plan (IEP) can be adapted or modified. All qualifying Special Education students are on an IEP, which explains how the regular education program will be altered. Teachers work closely with the parent and other support team members to write the IEP.

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In September 2010, we started a Learning Services grad program.  Any student that has been referred to Carmen Timmermans and meets the criteria that has been established will be placed in this program for either one or two subjects or for all of the core subjects.  If you would like more info on this program, please contact Carmen at ctimmermans@onlineschool.ca or Chelsea Bitgood at chelsea.bitgood@onlineschool.ca . 

Learning Services Program

We have a large number of students who struggle in certain areas of their education.  HCOS has developed a Learning Services program to help meet the needs of these students.  If you suspect your child would benefit from some extra help and advice with regards to their learning, please contact your support teacher with your concerns.  This support teacher will then contact Carmen Timmermans who is in charge of the LS program.  She will connect your support teacher to an LS teacher, who will then become part of the team, trying to find the best solution so that your child may find success in learning.