BC Online School is an online program for grades 11 through 12 and is affiliated with Heritage Christian Online School. It receives funding from and meets the requirements of the BC Ministry of Education. Internet courses allow students to take one to two lessons per week for a total of 18 lessons per semester. Classes include core English, health, mathematics, science and social studies topics plus courses in marketing, family and Christian studies, just to name a few. Each year of study includes a work experience component where students can volunteer or pursue paid employment to complete the course. The school offers summer school programs. School-aged students residing in the province may complete coursework tuition-free, and adult students or non-residents may attend courses for a tuition charge plus the cost of books.
BC Online School
905 Badke Rd.
Kelowna, BC V1X 5Z5
Canada
250-980-5622
877-862-2707
bconlineschool.ca
Fraser Valley Distance Education School offers distance educational programs for grades kindergarten through 12. Students may elect for online, paper-based or a combination of both types of courses. Online instruction occurs through e-mail and virtual classrooms and discussion groups. Students who reside in British Columbia and resident students who are temporarily (up to two years) traveling outside of the area may attend the school free of charge. Courses transfer into the public school system and students may return to public school at any time. Students enrolled in a neighborhood school may attend courses concurrently at Fraser Valley Distance Education School, but require local school permission until the tenth grade. New students may enroll anytime.
Fraser Valley Distance Education School
49520 Prairie Central Rd.
Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H3
Canada
604-794-7310
800-663-3381
fvdes.com
The Northern BC Distance Education School offers print and online learning opportunities for school-aged students from grades kindergarten through 12 and adult learners seeking a high school diploma or enrichment learning. Students receive technical support and class-specific assistance via the school's website. The affiliated site, Virtual Community of Support for Early Learning (VCSEL) provides resources and suggestions for rural-based families to have a positive and proactive impact in their children's education. Parents may access teacher profiles on the school's website. The school waives tuition charges for school-aged children residing in the province.
Northern BC Distance Education School
10511-99th Ave.
Fort St. John, BC V1J 1V6
Canada
250-261-5660
800-663-9511
des.prn.bc.ca