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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...

Discovering Reading and Learning Success (November 2023) Sora: A Treasure of Digital Resources & Curriculum (October 20, 2021) Slide deck: bit.ly/HCOS-Sora

Curriculum Selection Tools and Tips (May 3, 2023) Slide deck: bit.ly/Curriculum-Selection-23

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 Relevant...

The used bookstore contains gently used curricula to serve student learning needs across various grade levels and subject areas. If you are looking for something in particular, email Library Administrator Shandra Wiebe (swiebe@onlineschool.ca), and she will ch...

The Search Portal is the place to access Learning Commons resources such as physical books and kits, eBooks, audiobooks, databases, curricula, hands-on resources, supplemental packs, and inclusive education support materials. Physical resources are shipped di...

This video is a visual walkthrough of using the search features in the Search Portal. You can use the timestamps to navigate to specific topics. Alternatively, if you prefer, there are written instructions with screenshots below the video. 0:00-1:04 Search Po...

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 Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Browsing Resources - You can browse the curriculum and used book store anytime, but the main library conducts classes. Call or email to find the be...