Inclusive Education
Welcome to the the Inclusive Education web page. Find month to month tips and information pertaining to our inclusive education students at Heritage Christian Online School.
Allison Miles
IE Grad Advisor
As a mother to a neurodiverse child and an IE teacher, my role as the IE Grad Advisor is one I understand through and through. My name is Allison Miles, and my passion is to help your children meet their graduation and school completion goals and assist in planning for their future. I look forward to supporting you as you journey through grad and beyond!
Ways you can reach me:
By email: amiles@onlineschool.ca
Book a zoom meeting through calendly
Brad Lemon
IE GA and Grad Teacher
Brad is married and has 4 children ranging in ages from 10 to 14. Before coming to HCOS, he was a campus teacher in Abbotsford for 13 years. Before that, he taught at international Christian schools in Korea and Portugal, as well as a private school in Japan. He enjoys the outdoors, music, boardgames and spending time with family.
Brad's connection with HCOS runs deep. His wife, Laura, has been a dedicated K-9 Support Teacher with HCOS for seven years. Seeing the impact of the school's mission on his own family is what convinced him to make the leap to HCOS in 2020.
Brad is passionate about serving Christian families. He has a strong desire to equip students with the tools they need to thrive academically, personally, and spiritually. For Brad, this is not just a job—it's a calling and a privilege to partner with HCOS families on their educational journey.
Information for 2023-2024 IE GRADUATES
If your child is graduating from our inclusive education program with a High School Diploma: BC (Dogwood) High School Diploma/Adult Dogwood or School Completion Certificate (Evergreen), please ensure you have spoken to your support team: IE case manager or LSRA/LSC and IE grad advisor. The earlier; the better.
June-August 2023
Contact course teachers to plan accordingly
Meet with grad advisor to review courses, discuss post-graduation plans
Sign up for regional GA newsletters for most up to date information regarding grad activities in your region
Enroll in courses for 1st semester or all year courses (linear)
Moodle Shutdown August 19th (4pm)-September 6th (8am)
September 2023
Ensure your program meets the graduation requirements. Use planning tracker from grades 10-12 and meet with your IE grad advisor to ensure you are on track for graduation.
Select your courses for the upcoming year.
IE students should develop IEP goals related to Life Skills and Transition Planning. One goal should be learning to self-advocate in related areas (medical, physical, academic etc.)
Please make sure ONE course is activated by Sept 23rd, 2023. Course activation can take place any time between May 7th to Sept 23rd, 2022.
Contact post-secondary advisors (at colleges or universities that your child will be applying to) to discuss career planning, accommodations and accessibility services.
Review admissions requirements for post-secondary programming to ensure your child has the high school prerequisites to get into their programming of choice.
Are you eligible for disability? Make sure you apply for Person with Disabilities (PWD) at 17.5 years of age. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/services-for-people-with-disabilities/disability-assistance
Are you eligible for Community Living BC (CLBC)? Contact your social worker to begin planning this transition. https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/
BC universities- Application for Admission opens, apply directly or go to: https://educationplannerbc.ca Note important dates (such as when the application and transcripts are due, housing application deadlines, or when scholarship applications are due) on a calendar and track them monthly.
Accessible Learning in post-secondary? Know your child's rights: https://www.bc-ipse.org/
Grade 12 students should begin applying for Scholarships and Bursaries offered outside of the school. *Start early.
Book your November Numeracy Assessment and Literacy Assessment with the assistance of your IE Teacher. Complete the online exam request forms and included accommodations as outlined by your IEP and professional assessments. Testing will take place Oct 31-Nov 4th.
October 2023
Meet with your team to ensure the IEP reflects goals and assessments that will assist you in post-secondary. A thorough IEP goes a long way.
Date TBA 7-8:30pm. SCHOLARSHIP training. Sign up through learning camps. Free event.
Book your November Numeracy Assessment and Literacy Assessment with the assistance of your IE Teacher. Complete the online exam request forms and included accommodations as outlined by your IEP and professional assessments. Testing will take place in November.
Grade 12 students: 1) Begin applying to post-secondary programs. 2) Continue applying for scholarships and bursaries 3) review materials and resources from the Transition Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities--Transition to Post-Secondary.
Sign up for a BASIC BCeID
November 2023
BC students applying to out-of-province universities should be familiar with admission requirements, important deadlines, how to apply and submit applications before Jan 2024.
Students applying to a BC college should have completed, or be completing their application.
Numeracy Assessment 10: Oct 30-Nov 3, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 10: Oct 30-Nov 3, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 12: Oct 30-Nov 3, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Address any interim reports. If your child is behind meet with the IE Teacher and course teacher to determine next best steps.
Grade 12 students to attend Grad Information Evening Nov 29th.
December 2023
Book your January Numeracy Assessment and Literacy Assessment with the assistance of your IE Teacher. Complete the online exam request forms and included accommodations as outlined by your IEP and professional assessments. Testing will take place in January.
Moodle/Brightspace Shutdown
January 2024
Most post-secondary applications are due this month for Fall 2024 entry. Make sure to check dates with the post-secondary, college or trade school that you are applying to.
Post secondary students should be in contact with Accessible Learning advisors to discuss supporting inclusive access in port-secondary. What are your child's rights? https://www.bc-ipse.org/
Numeracy Assessment 10: Jan 22-26, 8am-4pm(2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 10: Jan 22-26, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 12: Jan 22-26, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Review report cards and address any interim reports (IGRs). If your child is behind meet with the IE Teacher and course teacher to determine next best steps.
Enroll in courses for 2nd semester
Check in with your IE Grad Advisor--is my child on track?
February 2024
Fill out the graduation attendance form.
Continue to apply for scholarships and bursaries.
March 2024
Ensure your course teacher, IE case manager and IE GA know if you are planning to write a provincial assessment: Numeracy Assessment and Literacy Assessment. Also ensure you have completed the online exam request forms and included accommodations as outlined by your IEP and professional assessments. Testing will take place in April.
Begin budgeting for the cost of post-graduation RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/student/budget-calculator/ CIBC: https://www.cibc.com/ca/education/student-budget-calculator.html TD: https://www.tdcanadatrust.com/studentInput.form?lang=en BMO: https://www.bmo.com/studentbudgetcalculator/
Grade 12 students should begin applying for HCOS bursaries
April 2024
Numeracy Assessment 10 Apr 15-19th, 8am-4pm2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 10 Apr 15-19th, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
Literacy Assessment 12 Apr 15-19th, 8am-4pm (2 hour exam between these time frames)
HCOS bursary applications due
May 2023
Meet with your IE Teacher and team to ensure IEP is finalized with updates from recent assessments and accommodations for post-secondary.
Grad Orientation week: May 13-17th. Geared mostly for grade 8-11 students, but all students, grades 8+ can attend. Prizes will be awarded. Last year's recording of orientation week .
Book your June Literacy Assessment 12 with the assistance of your IE Teacher. Complete the online exam request forms and included accommodations as outlined by your IEP and professional assessments. Testing will take place in June.
Check in with your Grad Advisor--is my child on track?
Add courses for the 24/25 school year.
June 2024
Graduation ceremonies
Langley Graduation Ceremony and Banquet June 14
Kelowna Graduation Ceremony and Banquet June 21
Ensure you have activated your STS account to have marks sent automatically to post-secondary institutions. www.StudentTranscripts.gov.bc.ca
On-line application for Government Student Loans open: Apply at: https://studentaidbc.ca/ or https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/education/student-financial-aid.html
Numeracy Assessment 10 June 10-14, 8am-4pm
Literacy Assessment 10 June 10-14, 8am-4pm
Literacy Assessment 12 June 10-14, 8am-4pm
Moodle is closed indefinitely.
July/August 2024
Review how to advocate for accommodations in the classroom and testing at the post-secondary level. Accessible learning centres (at post-secondary) are a good start. They often also offer a week to get used to walking around campus before school starts., Advocacy YouTube links are below.
OPEN DOOR GROUP: Living with a disability? Looking for work? Get access to funding.
Brightspace Shutdown in late August
