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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...

Students in online courses use Brightspace and StudyForge to engage with course material. Synchronous students are also required to use Zoom for weekly synchronous meetings. HCOS students are encouraged to request a Google Workspace account to gain access to G...

Video games have become a dominant form of entertainment in today's digital age. While games can provide cognitive benefits such as problem-solving skills, hand-eye coordination, and social interaction, they also raise significant concerns, particularly when t...

Canva is a great tool for creating rich and engaging communication using various media. HCOS is happy to offer it as a free tool to support students at HCOS in creating content as part of their educational programming. To sign in, go to https://canva.com and ...

We observe Remembrance Day on November 11 each year. It is a time to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who have defended our freedom and peace. As a Christian community, we come together in reflection and gratitude, remembering those who ha...

Due to the sensitive nature of Remembrance Day topics, we recommend that parents guide their students in conversations while using these suggested resources. Government of Canada: Veterans Week The Government of Canada website for Veterans Week includes stor...

Due to the sensitive nature of Remembrance Day topics, we recommend that parents guide their students in conversations while using these suggested resources. Primary (Grades K-4) Peace Tree from Hiroshima by Sandra Moore and Kazumi Wilds Winner of the 201...

The information shared on this page is intended to set an end goal of where students should aim to be when entering Grade 10. The skills listed here are meant to be developed over a few years, not all at once. These suggestions are meant to give a guideline fo...