Dear families,
As autumn settles in and routines take shape, we’re excited to bring you another round of Learning Commons updates, resources, and opportunities designed to support your educational journey. Whether you’re looking for fresh learning ideas, important reminders, or ways for your students to connect and create, this edition has something for everyone.
Announcements & Reminders
- Now that the back-to-school rush has settled, why not take a moment to explore all that the Learning Commons has to offer? Our Learning Commons Help Centre is your go-to guide for discovering the amazing tools, resources, and supports available to your family. Dive in and see what’s waiting for you!
- Are you research-ready? Help your students in grades 7-12 prepare for their research reports by reading this article and exploring the resources it provides.
Resource Updates & Tips
- Remembrance Day resources are available in the Seach Portal and on Sora.
- Mathletics is available for your Gr. 4-9 students as a supplementary online math course that builds confidence through personalized learning, exciting games and mastery challenges. Check with your support teacher for access to this Subscription.
- Explore digital cross-curricular Unit Study Kits aligned with the BC curriculum. To borrow physical Unit Study Kits, head to the Search Portal to browse and check them out.
Student Highlights & Contests
- Book Review Contest: Students are invited to share their reading experiences, recommend books, and potentially win a prize by submitting a mini book review (template) on Padlet! Oct 16-Nov 14
- A Pig StoryTime (Kindergarten – Gr. 4) is free for all HCOS students on November 4, 2025, 10:00–11:00 am. Register here.
- Prepare your middle school students for staying safe online with our Virtual White Hatter Cyberbullying and Internet Safety live-streamed event on November 17th. Register here.
- Prepare your high school students, grades 9-12, for the world of AI with our Virtual White Hatter live-streamed event on November 17th. Register here.
Blessings From The Learning Commons
