Dear HCI families,

The school has been in a different rhythm this week as students come and go for their exams and credit rescue opportunities. I will keep this portion brief this week, as we are all working hard to stay focussed on the task at hand! I hope you stay warm this weekend; if there are any inclement weather updates, I will do my very best to get you information as soon as possible.

Week at a Glance

HCI Whole School Calendar

Attendance --> Students are NOT to be at school outside of their scheduled exam times UNLESS they have been invited to participate in credit rescue opportunities by their teachers.
Missed Exams --> Any absence due to extenuating circumstances must be documented by a medical certificate or other official document and approved by a Vice Principal. Neither vacation time, sports, nor employment is a valid reason for missing a final evaluation. If a student or parent/guardian/caregiver does not communicate with a Vice Principal and the teacher about a missed final evaluation, the student will automatically receive a mark of zero.
Extra Time --> All exams have a time-and-a-half allotment to accommodate the learning needs and IEP requirements of students and to provide Universal Design for Learning for all students that might need more time. Additional time beyond the time-and-a-half allotment will NOT be granted.

Save the Date

February 6th --> Timetable Change Request Forms Due (more info can be seen below in the Guidance portion)

HCI Celebrates

This week, I would like to acknowledge all the hard work that staff and students are doing during this exam period. Keep up the hard work HCI!

Worth Repeating

Parking Lot Safety --> Please remind your HCI student to be extra careful in the staff parking lot and in The Key at the front of the school. We would kindly ask that you do not arrange to pick up students in the staff lot, as this can lead to some unsafe parking lot situations, especially during the winter months.

School Business

GRADUATION PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION (RETAKES AND NEW APPOINTMENTS) with Clear Images School Photography

START DATE: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 (Secure your preferred time slot. Appointments fill quickly.)
LOCATION: Innovation Room (222)

Hello Graduates!

It's time to capture your special milestone! A $35 session fee is required at this time, to secure your appointment. This $35 fee includes your photography session, an 11"x14" print of your Graduating Class Composite and secures access to your exclusive Graduation Online Portrait Gallery. During your appointment, the photographer will provide you with access codes, to your exclusive Graduation Online Portrait Gallery for you to view and purchase. These photos will be available to view 10 business days after your school's last graduation appointment has been taken.

Please respect your appointment time and remember to come prepared for your photo session. Collared shirts pair well with the graduation gowns and please bring your smile!

Please click on the link to book your appointment:

Questions? email us at info@clearimages.ca

Guidance Update

Timetable Change Requests for Semester 2:

Timetable changes will be considered ONLY if:
• Students have an incomplete timetable
• Students were unsuccessful in a course in Semester One
• Grade 11 or 12 students who have had a post-secondary pathway change
• Grade 12 students with 27 earned credits wish to request a spare

TIMETABLE CHANGE REQUEST FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO GUIDANCE BY FEBRUARY 6th.

From January 30th to February 6th--> The Guidance Department will be prioritizing necessary timetable changes. Regular appointment bookings will resume February 9th.

February is Course Selection Month--> Guidance is planning to visit all classrooms starting February 9 with all important details and deadlines. More details to follow.

Have a wonderful Friday,

Jessica Pearson

Principal