Our Unique Programs
Homelinks is a BC Ministry of Education-accredited blended-learning program offered through ELEV8 Online Learning for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12. In addition to online learning, ELEV8-Homelinks offers flexible options for digital and/or book- and paper-based classes and courses.
Working together, students, their parents or guardians, and a BC-certified teacher co-create an individualized Student Learning Plan (SLP) for the school year. The SLP is a living document that guides and supports each student’s learning journey, providing a roadmap aligned with the BC Curriculum.
Although students complete most of their work at home, they receive ongoing support from qualified teachers who help them plan, stay on track, and progress throughout their time in the program.
Elementary (K-7) Program
Our Creston Elementary K–7 program meets BC curriculum requirements and offers opportunities for both group and individual learning. Families can choose from a selection of course materials and, with support from their teacher, develop an individualized Student Learning Plan for their child. A $600 Student Learning Fund is available to help enrich each child’s education. Families often use these funds toward music lessons or physical activities such as hockey and swimming.
We offer a variety of group learning activities throughout the week. On Wednesday mornings, students can bring their work to school and learn alongside their peers using materials from home. Teachers circulate to provide support as needed.
Friday mornings are dedicated to activity days, when students rotate through Physical and Health Education, Arts Education (visual arts and music), and Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies. Science and Social Studies labs and activities are also offered regularly. Students are grouped by grade: K–2, Grades 3–5, and Grades 6–7.
Our Wednesday afternoon outdoor education program is a highlight for many students. These interactive sessions explore a range of skills and topics, including compass use, building outdoor shelters, snowshoeing, animal migration and hibernation, and identifying signs of animal life.
We also recognize the value of hands-on learning and enriching experiences beyond the classroom. Recent excursions have included Pines Camp, the Calgary Zoo, TELUS Spark Science Centre, the Vancouver Aquarium, and Broadway musicals in Spokane. Students have also visited local destinations, including the Creston Wildlife Centre, Creston Museum, Mawson Lake, and a local fruit stand and farm.
For more program details, please download our Handbook for Elementary Families (K-7).
Secondary (Grades 10-12) Program
Learners in Grades 8-12 have options for how they engage with the student learning plan.
Here our traditional blended learning program allows students do the majority of their work at home, visiting their teacher at Homelinks to get help, turn in work, complete assessments, and collect new work. Alternatively, a limited space cohort program exists for Grades 8 through 10 students who live in the Creston area. The groups meet at the Homelinks Centre twice weekly to interact with their teacher and other students in a classroom environment; the other days are dedicated to a 'work at home' focus.
We believe that an essential part of a successful blended learning program, even at this level, is the active role that parents play in supporting their child's learning journey by helping them to stay on track.
Middle Years (Grades 8–9) Program
Learners in Grades 8 and 9 can choose between two program options: our traditional blended-learning program or our limited-space cohort program. Both are supported by a BC-certified teacher, with parents and teachers sharing responsibility for learning.
Together, parents and teachers support students in completing all required subject areas: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Applied Design, Skills & Technology, Arts Education, Career Education, and Physical & Health Education. Learning includes both academic coursework and project-based activities.
Grade 8/9 Blended-Learning Program
Similar to our other Creston Homelinks programs, students complete their coursework independently at home. After finishing each unit, students arrange to meet with their teacher to complete any required assessments and receive their next unit of study.
Students who need additional help can arrange one-to-one support with their teacher. Communication and support are available in person, by telephone, or through digital media.
Grade 8/9 Cohort Program
Available at our Creston location, with limited spaces.
The cohort program combines in-person and at-home learning. Students attend school two mornings per week and complete their learning at home on the other three days.
Each in-person morning includes two work and support periods and one teacher-led lesson. During work and support periods, students can work alongside their peers, ask questions, get help with assignments, and seek clarification on course content.
For more program details, please download our Handbook for Secondary Students (Grades 8-12).
Grade 10 Cohort Program
Our Grade 10 cohort program is a blend of face-to-face and at-home learning. Students who enroll in this program participate in weekly programming at the school. The teacher-led programming focuses on place-based and project-based learning. Students are supervised by a BC-certified teacher and will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with their peers. Students in this program will earn 32 credits towards the BC Graduation Program and will complete both the Grade 10 Numeracy Assessment and Grade 10 Literacy Assessment.
For more program details, please download our Handbook for Secondary Students (Grades 8-12).
Activities, Projects, and Field Trips
Students from both the traditional program and cohort options are encouraged to participate in all of our activities, projects and field trips. These 'sign-up' activities cover a variety of interests. In the past, programming has included skiing, overnight stays at Fort Steele and Pines Camp, planting a wildflower pollinators’ garden, and entrepreneurial-focused project opportunities. This year’s learning projects will be different, but will include STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Mathematics), an entrepreneurship project, outdoor activities and more.
Further Program Information
For more information about both family and student expectations, program outlines, and/or to enroll, please contact us.
