This time in the Learning Commons:
As we look ahead to summer and begin preparing for the next school year, the Learning Commons has several timely updates to share. Physical resource bookings are now open, students have final opportunities to participate in myBlueprint challenges, Sora Sweet Reads is underway, and a free StoryTime event is coming up for our younger learners. See all the details below!
Announcements & Reminders
- Bookings for physical resources are now open in the Search Portal! Book curriculum, kits and hands-on resources in advance for the next school year.
Resource Updates & Tips
- myBlueprint has two final “Industry Immersion Series Challenges” for the 25-26 school year. Students (Gr. 7-12) can complete two different challenges by May 31 and potentially win $500 for each one. #1: HVACR Industry Challenge ; #2: Be There Certificate. Previous winning entries can be viewed here, including winning entries from our students in January – March 2026.
- The Logic Of English Foundations B Cursive: Complete Set is available in the Search Portal. This curriculum includes scripted lessons to guide instructors, hundreds of games to make learning fun for your students, assessments to track their progress, and readers to build their confidence.
Student Highlights & Contests
- Some Favourites for StoryTime (Kindergarten – Gr. 4) is free for all HCOS students on May 26, 2025, at 10 am. Learn more and register here.
- Sora Sweet Reads is here! These simultaneous reads are available from now until August 24th for both juvenile and YA audiences. From comics to adventure, mystery, and more, find your genre and read for enjoyment!
