Heritage Christian Online School
Grades 10 through 12
Innovations News!
Meet your Innovations Team!
We look forward to working with you this year!
In order from Left to Right:
Taryn McPherson, Trish Vandop, Allison Miles, Kaylee Moerman, Chelsea Bitgood, Ryan Titley, Tara Klukas, Laura Nelson, Brad Lemon, Anthony Kuchma, and Nola Morgan.
RSVP to Grad 2025!
Please let us know if you plan to attend either of the HCOS 2025 Grad Ceremonies events by responding to this survey.
This form needs to be completed and submitted before 9:00am, March 3rd 2024.
Please Note: Students who do not complete this form will not receive any further communication about graduation and will not be able to participate in graduation events.
Grad'25 Hoodie Information:
Grad 2025 Logowear is NOW available!!
Grade 12's, order your 2025 graduation hoodie by January 17th 2025. Click here to place your order.
All orders will be shipped after the store is closed on January 17th. Order now to ensure you don't miss out!
HCOS Innovations Information Night
Please watch the recording here!
The evening is geared towards students in grades 10-12 and will cover some important school information:
Staying on Track
BCeID
Graduation Requirements
General University, College and Trades requirements
Admissions deadlines
Scholarships and Bursary Information
Grad 2025 Logowear
Grad 2025 Ceremony and Banquet Information
There are less than two weeks left to apply for the Forum for Young Canadians National Summit —a unique opportunity for young leaders ready to shape the future.
Here’s why youth should apply:
Meet Canada’s leaders: Engage directly with MPs, Senators, and decision-makers.
Boost your skills: Build confidence in leadership, public speaking, and teamwork.
Make connections: Join a network of like-minded peers from across Canada.
The fee includes accommodations, meals, and incredible experiences in Ottawa. Bursaries are available to make this accessible for everyone.
Apply now, space is limited!
Get Involved in an Innovations Program Community!
What is BREAKFAST CLUB?
~All students in Grades 10-12
~Every Friday at 10:00am in Mr. B's Zoom room.
Breakfast Club will reconvene after the Christmas Break on January 17th.
https://onlineschool.zoom.us/j/4369009801?pwd=MmZGbDI5VmsvMlk5K1pScmJscndWQT09
Are you looking for intellectually stimulating conversation and meaningful online fellowship?
Consider our biblically robust and culturally relevant INQUIRY INTO Faith, Literature, and Contemporary Life.
Breakfast will begin on September 27. This year's theme will be:
"The Relevance of Romans."
We will unpack the remarkable and timely relevance of this important book written to churches in the largest city in the world 2000 years ago, the bustling city of Rome. Of course, as always, Mr. B will weave in as much Lord of the Rings as he can. See you soon! Mr. Al Breitkreuz
al.breitkreuz@onlineschool.ca
P.S. Breakfast Club can also count for school credit. For more information, ask Mr. Breitkreuz about the Leadership 10, 11, and 12 program.
New this year!
BC BOYZ! Are you looking for a place to grow deeper in your faith, connect with other guys, and discover what it truly means to follow Christ? BC Boyz is here for you! This Bible study is designed specifically for guys in grades 10 to 12 who are ready to tackle real-life challenges and explore how God's Word applies to everyday situations.
Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 PST for an engaging, down-to-earth Bible study where you can ask tough questions, dive into scripture, and build lasting friendships with other guys who are serious about their walk with God. We'll mix it up with games, open discussions, and honest conversations, all in a supportive and relaxed environment.
We meet on Zoom here: BC Boyz Zoom room.
Whether you're new to faith or looking to deepen your relationship with Christ, BC Boyz is a safe space for you to grow and be encouraged.
For more details or if you have any questions, feel free to contact:
Isaac: isaac.humphreys@student.onlineschool.ca
Caleb: caleb.dunn.2006@gmail.com
What is LIVING UNLIMITED?
~Grades 10-12 Girls
~Every Monday at 9:00am in Living Unlimited Google chat room.
Living Unlimited welcomes all girls in the HCOS Grad Program. Whether you have never encountered Jesus or the Bible before, want to explore more about the God who created Heaven and Earth, or simply desire to connect in our HCOS community with spiritual fellowship and personal relationship, THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!
The mission of Living Unlimited is to create and strengthen disciples of Jesus through encouragement, faith, and challenging discussions in a community of sisters in Christ. If you are looking for a place to connect with other girls, learn about faith, and gain fellowship and support then come join us! It is hoped that together, we can support one another in our grad years and feel God's unlimited knowledge, power, and love.
Come join Lead students Tehya Young and Grace Harsent every Monday at 9:00 a.m. in the Living Unlimited Google chat room.
Young women of HCOS, this is definitely worthy of your consideration. Check it out!
Living Unlimited Dates
To be continued in the new year...
Questions? Please contact Tehya Young.
tehyay@gmail.com
What is VELOCITY?
~All students in Grades 5-9
~Every Monday at 10:00am on
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82733635196?pwd=l7dsKN0ir2Bztzgh64CP4r51Yb4oXp.1
Are you looking for a community where you can be encouraged and uplifted by fellowship while having fun at the same time? Consider VELOCITY, a division of Breakfast Club! Ranging from grades 5 to Grade 9, this is a safe, joyful, and positive place to learn more about God's word and how it applies to your life as a young student.
Join Max Schram and Olivia Dunn for games, lessons, and discussions as we grow together. Each gathering will go for approximately 25 minutes.
Any Questions? Please feel free to contact
Max. maschramm57@gmail.com
Virtual Book Club Gr. 8-12
Date: Wednesdays -January 15, 22, 29; February 5, 12, 19 (and possible 26th if needed).
Time: 11:00am - 12:15pm
Suitable for: Grades 8-12
Teacher: April McLeod
Please join Mrs. McLeod, to read, discuss, blog about, and connect with others who love to read good novels. We will be reading two novels this year, one a Dystopian and another a Historical Fiction novel:
1) Divergent, by Veronica Roth
2) The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, by John Boyne
For more information, please feel free to contact us.
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Student Financial Aid and Awards
(604) 432–8555
sawards@bcit.ca
BCIT Entrance Awards!
For programs starting on May 1, 2025, please note that the application deadline for the 2025-2026 Entrance Awards is April 15, 2025.
Be sure to check back in January 2025 for more details and to access the application forms.
More information about BCIT Entrance Awards and the application forms can be found at bcit.ca/financial-aid.
24/25 Scholarships, bursaries and more
It's that time of the year to plan for post-graduation goals. The good news is, if you are in grades 9-11, there is plenty of time to get things in order. For starters, are you
volunteering?
participating in an upcoming mission?
a member of our Breakfast Club?
working in your community?
joining HCOS student council?
taking our debate 10 course?
part of an external club or organization? (sports, cadets, 4-H, guiding/scouting)
Between grades 9-11, you want to build your portfolio of experience. These experiences help you to gain valuable skills and abilities moving you towards greater independence and ultimately the ability to earn scholarships and bursaries.
Take some time to watch some of our older scholarship sessions and stay tuned for new and exciting workshops in the fall and new year!
Grade 12 students, it's not too late! Reach out to your GA if you are looking into scholarships and be sure to watch our older info sessions linked above. Make sure to check out the provincial scholarship program on the government website and the scholarship links on the post-secondary institution pages you plan to attend.
How to initiate support
Talk to your teacher, LS consultant or GA to set up the first meeting to get to know the EA. After the first meeting, schedule follow up sessions using the EA's calendly link.
Student Success Centre (SSC) is a Online-based universal support provided by an EA in Literacy or Numeracy and is offered to students needing assistance in grades 5-12. It is important to note that you do not need a referral for this, you may access the SSC at any point throughout the year.
academic courses - comprehension, higher level thinking, step by step instruction
executive functioning (organization, planning, time management)
course pacing and accountability
navigating Brightspace, Study Forge and Encom
building confidence due to anxiety or insecurity
motivation
Check out the SOPHIE page below:
https://sophie.onlineschool.ca/books/information-for-families/page/student-support-centre-821
Experiences Canada Exchange
Become a youth ambassador through the Experiences Canada exchange program both group and virtual!
Contact: Allison Miles amiles@onlineschool.ca for more information or visit the website.
Forums offer youth from across Canada the opportunity to lead and be part of an intensive ‘youth teaching youth’ experience, and provide educational leadership development, and volunteer work experience opportunities to youth participants.
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