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Using Read&Write

Information for Families Technology & Programs

The Read&Write toolbar has many helpful features to support student learning. This page outlines ...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

What is Read&Write?

Information for Families Technology & Programs

Read&Write is a support tool HCOS is providing for students who can use this as universal support...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

Using Read&Write with Provincial Assessments

Information for Families Technology & Programs

For students who are wanting to use Read&Write for their Provincial Assessments. Please contact ...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Steve Bastian

What in the World?

Learning Commons for Families Subscriptions

What in the World? (Grades 5-10) is a current events resource that enhances understanding of curr...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Margaret Basaraba

Used Bookstore

Learning Commons for Families

The used bookstore contains gently used curricula to serve student learning needs across various ...

Updated 2 weeks ago by Cynthia Duncalfe

Resource Vendor Directory

Information for Families General Information

After consultation with their support teacher, parents may purchase curriculum from vendors of th...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Kristin Oenema

Grade 5-9 Synchronous Courses

Information for Families 5-9 Online Program

Description Synchronous courses offer the same program of study as an online course, with the ad...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

Academic Integrity Policy

HCOS Policies

Rationale At HCOS, we believe students are reflective and adaptable thinkers who act with honest...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

School Calendar for Families 2024/2025

Information for Families Calendars & Schedules

This calendar provides families key dates for various deadlines, breaks and important information...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Craig Kwiatkowski

Student Supports at HCOS

Information for Families Student Support

Families at HCOS have many opportunities and freedoms when shaping their learning environment to ...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Calvin Johnston

10 FAQs for Back to School

Information for Families General Information

1. How do you lease a computer/tablet/iPad?  Our computer lease program is available. For more...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

General FAQs

Information for Families General Information

How do I obtain resources for the start of the school year? Families should contact their suppor...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

Student Brightspace Access

Information for Families Brightspace

Updated 3 weeks ago by Trish Vandop

Troubleshooting & Support in Curriculum Options

Learning Commons for Families Curriculum Options

Curriculum Selection Tools and Tips (May 3, 2023) Slide deck: bit.ly/Curriculum-Selection-23

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

Adding Public Library Accounts

Learning Commons for Families Sora eBooks & Audiobooks

You can use Sora to access eBooks, audiobooks, and read-along books through HCOS and your local p...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

Changing the Loan Period

Learning Commons for Families Sora eBooks & Audiobooks

The standard load period in Sora is 14 days, however, there are options for 7, 21, and 28 days. S...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

How to Search

Learning Commons for Families Search Portal

This video is a visual walkthrough of using the search features in the Search Portal. You can use...

Updated 3 weeks ago by Karen Roeck

ProQuest (Historical BC Newspapers)

Learning Commons for Families Subscriptions

ProQuest (Historical BC newspapers) (Grades 8-12) includes over 365 million pages of world-class ...

Updated 1 month ago by Karen Roeck

PebbleGo and PebbleGo Next

Learning Commons for Families Subscriptions

PebbleGo and PebbleGo Next (K-Grade 5) are searchable databases covering animals, science, biogra...

Updated 1 month ago by Karen Roeck

Educational Apps for Tablets & Phones

Learning Commons for Families Curriculum Options

This page contains free and paid app suggestions in a variety of subject areas and grade levels. ...

Updated 1 month ago by Karen Roeck