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Using Read&Write
The Read&Write toolbar has many helpful features to support student learning. This page outlines ...
What is Read&Write?
Read&Write is a support tool HCOS is providing for students who can use this as universal support...
Using Read&Write with Provincial Assessments
For students who are wanting to use Read&Write for their Provincial Assessments. Please contact ...
What in the World?
What in the World? (Grades 5-10) is a current events resource that enhances understanding of curr...
Used Bookstore
The used bookstore contains gently used curricula to serve student learning needs across various ...
Resource Vendor Directory
After consultation with their support teacher, parents may purchase curriculum from vendors of th...
Grade 5-9 Synchronous Courses
Description Synchronous courses offer the same program of study as an online course, with the ad...
Academic Integrity Policy
Rationale At HCOS, we believe students are reflective and adaptable thinkers who act with honest...
School Calendar for Families 2024/2025
This calendar provides families key dates for various deadlines, breaks and important information...
Student Supports at HCOS
Families at HCOS have many opportunities and freedoms when shaping their learning environment to ...
10 FAQs for Back to School
1. How do you lease a computer/tablet/iPad? Our computer lease program is available. For more...
General FAQs
How do I obtain resources for the start of the school year? Families should contact their suppor...
Student Brightspace Access
Troubleshooting & Support in Curriculum Options
Curriculum Selection Tools and Tips (May 3, 2023) Slide deck: bit.ly/Curriculum-Selection-23
Adding Public Library Accounts
You can use Sora to access eBooks, audiobooks, and read-along books through HCOS and your local p...
Changing the Loan Period
The standard load period in Sora is 14 days, however, there are options for 7, 21, and 28 days. S...
How to Search
This video is a visual walkthrough of using the search features in the Search Portal. You can use...
ProQuest (Historical BC Newspapers)
ProQuest (Historical BC newspapers) (Grades 8-12) includes over 365 million pages of world-class ...
PebbleGo and PebbleGo Next
PebbleGo and PebbleGo Next (K-Grade 5) are searchable databases covering animals, science, biogra...
Educational Apps for Tablets & Phones
This page contains free and paid app suggestions in a variety of subject areas and grade levels. ...