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Google Workspace for Education gives students access to many Google apps. Some of the popular apps are Gmail, Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google Drawings. Parents are encouraged to have conversations with their students to ensure platform access aligns wit...

Student Email Students will receive an @ student.flex.academy Google Workspace account, which includes Gmail, Google Drive and a host of other tools for getting work done. If they do not know whether they have one, please contact a teacher or send an email t...

Logging into Brightspace It is best to do this while logged into a Flex Academy or HCOS Google account, either in a browser (laptop, MacBook) or from a dedicated school user profile (Chromebook) Students will receive an email from Encom requesting a pa...

Here is where you can find the Flex Family newsletters archive! https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bq7LkJHu-Ha0ZLE1s7psyB6YeNJzPoa6     

There are different avenues for students to view their feedback on work submitted to their courses within Brightspace. Below we discuss the different ways to access feedback on different assignment types within Brightspace and StudyForge. Before we get to thos...

Here are some helpful and important links shared in past newsletters: Flex Academy Merchandise Orders Calendar (Live) Calendar (Year at a Glance) Brightspace Training for Parents RYCOR Encom PAC Email Sign Up Athletics Sign-Up Flex Newsletter Archives...

Rationale School attendance has a significant impact on academic achievement as well as community involvement and connection. There are different interventions for different types of absences. Conduct Students and parents are responsible to ensure that at...

Q: How can I support my child in the completion of the FSA? A: There are a variety of accommodations that are allowed during the writing of the FSA. If you typically use adaptations in Language Arts or Math on a daily basis (and we have correctly documented t...

This process does not include grade 10 - 12 students or any resources purchased using IE funding. As a quick refresher, HCOS families must sign a curriculum loan agreement every year because, by law, all curriculum paid for by the school is owned by the schoo...

What is Digital Citizenship? Digital citizenship is the ability to navigate digital environments safely, responsibly, and respectfully. It involves making informed choices, protecting personal information, and engaging positively in online communities. “Al...

As we continue to navigate the rapidly changing landscape of artificial intelligence and technology, it is important to model and teach our students effective research skills and ethical citation practices. The MLA style and APA style guides have recently deve...

All new PC laptops from the IE Program are Lenovo's L14s with Windows 11. All Gen 4 versions have been sent out with Windows 11 with a modified login to help simplify the process and have the necessary software pre-installed. Below are screenshots and instruct...

How to Evaluate Websites Other Resources Evaluate credibility using the RumorGuard 5 Factors Infographics Fake News News Media Bias 6 Things to Know About AI Is it Legit? Five steps for vetting a news source Searching Online Consider using a s...

What is Plagiarism? Plagiarism is when someone presents another person’s work, ideas, or words as their own without proper credit. It can happen accidentally or intentionally, but either way, it’s a serious issue in academic and professional settings. Accord...

What is Research?  Research is the process of asking questions, finding reliable information, analyzing what you’ve learned, and presenting your findings. It helps develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills—key elements of the Applied D...

4Canoes magazine (K-Grade 12) has articles vetted by the Indigenous communities about which they were written. The 4Canoes website is accessed through Focused Education Resources and the BC Digital Classroom. Focused Education Resources is a not-for-profit, s...

Axis (Grades 5-12) is geared toward building lifelong faith by helping parents and caring adults talk with teens about topics they might not otherwise discuss. Their vision is to see all caring adults equipped with the conversation, discipleship, and cultural ...

BC ExamBank (K-Grade 12) allows students to write online practice exams in core subject areas. The site consists of practice exams that are aligned with British Columbia's curriculum. In ExamBank, completed tests are automatically marked to give students immed...

BrainPOP (K-Grade 8) is an educational platform with animated videos and engaging resources in various subject areas. There are three resources for different grade levels:  BrainPOP Jr. (K-Grade 3) encourages young learners to ask questions and form their own...

BrainPOP Science (Grades 6-8) empowers students to do, discuss, and analyze scientific ideas through inquiry-based investigations, virtual science and engineering experiments, and claim-evidence-reasoning processes. This subscription is not available to HCOS ...