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This policy describes how students earn credit towards graduation through external credentials approved by the Ministry. External Credits refer to Ministry-approved documented prior learning.  An official list of External Credits approved by the Ministry is p...

This policy guides how Flex Academy addresses the Ministry of Education & Child Care curricular competency benchmarks for grades K-9 with regard to grade promotion and retention. Grade Promotion/Retention Promotion through the grades is determined through te...

Flex Academy aims to work within the guidelines provided by the BC Ministry of Education in relation to homestay locations for its international students. BC K-12 International Student Homestay Guidelines (2018) As per the guidelines, Flex Academy provides a ...

Overview Under Flex Academy teacher supervision, students can earn additional Independent Directed Study (IDS) credits by pursuing curriculum in more detail of a course they’re enrolled in or by focusing on the learning outcomes of a course that they’re not t...

The policy applies to international students studying in British Columbia who wish to earn a British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood Diploma) and who have not had their educational program instructed in one of Canada’s two official languages for at...

The parent or guardian's role is to support the teacher in partnering with the education plan for the learner. The role of parents should be to: Have primary responsibility for the child’s well-being, growth, and development. Recognize that teachers have pr...

These guidelines explain in general terms the principles which are the basis of “procedural fairness” and provide guidance as to how Flex Academy can effectively address the requirements of “procedural fairness” when developing policies governing their day-to-...

Flex Academy teachers and administrators are encouraged to participate in professional development on a yearly basis. All teachers and staff are required to attend the RenewED Conference the week before the start of the school year.  In April, Flex Academy w...

In accordance with the Ministry of Education's School Completion Certificate Program, HCOS will grant a student with inclusive needs a School Completion (Evergreen) Certificate if the student: Has an IEP (Individual Education Plan) and: is enrolled in an edu...

Flex Academy supports parents and guardians to be actively involved with their child(ren)s education. Family guidance and input on the new curricula, Sexual Reproductive and Health, is welcomed by Flex Academy and also by the BC Ministry of Education and Child...

Flex Response to Intervention (RTI) Model Flex Academy uses a Response to Intervention (RTI) framework, utilizing formative assessment to regularly collect data to make instructional decisions in a multi-tier model. While valuing prevention and early interven...

Level 1 Behaviours Classroom Level Management Level 2 Behaviours Admin Level Management Level 3 Behaviours Admin Level Management Teacher Led Teacher Led w/ Admin Supp. Admin Led Interruptions Reluctant/Non Producer ...

Level 1 Behaviours Classroom Level Discipline Level 2 Behaviours Administration Level Discipline Level 3 Behaviours Administration Level Discipline Interruptions Minor Unkindness to other kids – faces, exclusion, etc. Physical Horseplay ...

Note: For the purpose of this policy, the lead administrator in Flex Academy is the Head of Schools and/or Chief Operating Officer HCOS is committed to ensuring that student records are handled in accordance with all legal requirements. The purpose of this d...

New teachers will have their Education Delivery & Services evaluated as they near the end of their first year of teaching with Flex Academy. This evaluation will comprise teacher self-reflection, administration evaluation, and (if applicable) family observatio...

Flex Academy students can resubmit work. It is at the teacher’s professional discretion whether or not a student may resubmit an assignment or rewrite a test. Below are guidelines only for teachers to use. Failure due to poor quality of work. Students will no...

Flex Academy takes a cumulative approach to learning. Learning demonstrated close to the communication of student learning is the most reflective of student proficiency and is used as the strongest evidence of learning. The Four-Point Provincial Proficiency S...

Rationale Our aim is to have Athletics be a meaningful part of students' school experience andour school community as a whole. As such, we uphold strong values within for our sports teamsand fans. The Athletics Code of conduct can be found here, and here is ...

Purpose & Rationale The Flex Academy Code of Conduct outlines our expectations of members of the Flex Community. It is built around the characteristics outlined in the Flex Learner, Teacher and Staff profiles and our school’s Core Values. Definitions “Flex ...

IE Loaned Computers Inclusive Education loaned computers are the property of HCOS, and can be loaned to students for use for their education. Please communicate with your Case manager around details on ordering a computer for loan.  Repairs If your loaned H...