Specialized Programs
Areas of passion, developed by engaged teaching staff to support students who want to try new things, grow in their faith and make lifelong friendships.
ADP
Adventure Discipleship Program
The Adventure Discipleship Program is a chance to step away from the everyday and explore what it means to grow in faith and leadership. Through practical coursework and a multi-day wilderness trip in BC’s beautiful backcountry, you’ll develop skills and discover more about yourself and your purpose. This isn’t just a program; it’s an opportunity to be challenged in leadership, courage, and faith with a small group of your peers.
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SEAL Team
Serving Others, Exploring Faith, Advancing the Gospel, Leading with Integrity
Are you looking for ways to serve the global community? Are you interested in deepening your relationship with Jesus? Have you wondered how God is at work in different areas of the world? Do you desire to serve God in a missions setting? The SEAL Team outreach program at Heritage Christian Online School is a travel and outreach program that aims to help students see God at work and grow in their own faith, develop as servant leaders, and have a genuine spiritual impact on the world around them.
NEW! Crew
Join a cohort of like minded teens to complete your grade 8 and/or 9 years with a team of subject specialist teachers. This program provides students with an opportunity to grow in their independence, take small risks, build lasting relationships and become a Crew!
Comparative Civilizations
The Comparative Civilizations Program offers students in Grades 11 and 12 an unforgettable opportunity to deepen their learning through a spring semester of engaging online coursework followed by a 12-day adventure across Europe. With destinations like Greece, Italy, and France, the trip brings history, philosophy, art, and faith to life in powerful, personal ways. Weekly Zoom sessions and assignments prepare students to make meaningful connections during their travels, including a field assignment at a site of their choice. This is more than a study program—it’s a fast-paced, immersive experience designed to challenge your thinking and ignite your spirit.
TechLab
TechLAB is a unique, faith-integrated program at HCOS that combines ADST (Applied Design, Skills, and Technology), English Language Arts, and Christian Studies into one dynamic, project-based course. Students explore coding, robotics, electronics, and the engineering design process—while also reading novels, writing essays, and engaging deeply with biblical themes and ethical questions around technology. A highlight of the program is the Capstone Project, where students design a solution to a real-world problem, reflecting both their technical skills and a Christ-centered, outward-focused mindset. TechLAB offers a rich, hands-on learning experience that equips students to think critically, create with purpose, and live out their faith in a digital world.
Student Council
HCOS Student Council is a place where students in Grades 10–12 grow as leaders, build lasting friendships, and help shape our vibrant school community. From organizing fun events to creating the yearbook and leading service projects, council members work together to make school life more connected and meaningful. It’s a chance to use your voice, share your ideas, and collaborate with like-minded peers who care about making a difference. Most of all, it’s a space where community comes alive and friendships are formed through shared purpose and creativity.
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