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This page contains free and paid app suggestions in a variety of subject areas and grade levels.  HCOS + Flex Apps These are the app versions of tools and platforms available to enrolled students through HCOS + Flex. Please search SOPHIE to learn more about ...

Students are required to take Physical and Health Education 10 as part of their Dogwood Diploma program of study.  Students may also opt to take additional physical education courses throughout their time in the grad program. Course options include:  Outdo...

The Learning Commons only accepts curriculum purchased with Encom Funds that is returned in accordance with the Curriculum Agreement. Please direct your other items for donation to used bookstores in your community.  Please email Library Administrator Shandra...

Sora is the HCOS digital reading platform, providing students and teachers with instant access to thousands of eBooks and audiobooks anytime, anywhere. It’s a simple and engaging way to support reading and learning across all grade levels. Getting Started St...

There are three main book formats in Sora: eBooks, audiobooks, and read-along books. eBooks eBooks have text and images, but no audio. View the eBook Reader Tutorial for more information about navigating this type of book in Sora. Audiobooks Audiobooks ar...

Users can set up their Sora profile to add personalization and collect badge rewards. Go to https://soraapp.com/profile. At the top left-hand corner, click "Edit profile" to add your nickname and change your image. Sora allows students to earn achievement ...

Different fonts and formatting styles are available to meet many reading needs.  OpenDyslexic OpenDyslexic is a font created by Abbie Gonzalez and made available for public use. Its goal is to help dyslexic readers overcome some of the most common stumbling ...

The standard load period in Sora is 14 days, however, there are options for 7, 21, and 28 days. Some readers may benefit from longer loan periods for larger projects. There are four steps to adjust the loan period in your browser or app: Step 1: Click on the...

You can use Sora to access eBooks, audiobooks, and read-along books through HCOS and your local public library. There are two steps to add your local library to Sora in your browser or app: Step 1: Click on the hamburger menu (three lines) to open the dropdo...

Curriculum Options and Picks The Curriculum Options page on our website offers carefully vetted suggestions for each core subject by grade level, meeting the needs of most typical home-educating students. To quickly find our "Picks" (recommended resources th...

Subscriptions cover a wide range of valuable content in various subject areas and grade levels. All subscriptions are available for Enrolled and Flex families. If you are a Registered family, please select the bar below the video to discover which subscription...

What in the World? (Grades 5-10) is a current events resource that enhances understanding of current Canadian and international events. The magazine is published eight times a year from September to May. Each issue includes: Four news articles Releva...

Welcome to the HCOS Used Curriculum Store You will find books and curricula from many of your favourite publishers: A Beka, Saxon, Sonlight, RightStart Math, Tree of Life, and more! We have curricula covering Math, Socials, Science, Language Arts, Health, Bib...

The Search Portal is the primary access point for Learning Commons resources, including physical books and kits, eBooks, audiobooks, databases, curricula, hands-on materials, supplemental packs, and inclusive education support materials. Physical resources ar...

Learn how to search for course materials, extended loan textbooks, maker education, physical unit study kits and more! This video is a visual walkthrough of using the search features in the Search Portal. You can use the timestamps to navigate to specific top...

Change of Address  If you plan to move or have moved, please update your address in Encom and email Kelly Wiebe at kelly.wiebe@onlineschool.ca with the new address so information can be updated. If you do not update the Learning Commons with a change of addr...

The Read&Write toolbar has many helpful features to support student learning. This page outlines each tool with a quick summary and video tutorial. For additional support, visit the TextHelp Support Centre or browse the TextHelp YouTube playlist. Toolbar Over...

Pick-ups/Drop-offs -The physical Learning Commons in Kelowna is open Mon–Fri from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Browsing Resources - You can browse the curriculum and the used bookstore anytime, but the main library conducts classes. Call or email to find the best time...

Rationale As a school, HCOS: Flex Academy strives to help students be responsible and discerning digital citizens, embracing God’s unique purpose for their lives. The purpose of this policy is to create an environment where students are able to focus on learn...

Parent Responsibilities Through the registered homeschool option, families have the freedom and responsibility to design their child’s homeschooling educational program (planning, delivery, and assessment) as students have opted out of the BC education system...