ELEV8 Online Learning provides flexible learning options for all K-12 learners. Students may either enroll as an online learning student or register as a homeschooler. Choose your path to register with one of our unique programs.
Register for ELEV8-Homelinks or another SD8 school or program
Enrollment as an Online Learning Student
Students may enroll as a K-12 online learning (OL) student and are:
- Supervised and supported by a BC-certified teacher.
- Required to complete and meet British Columbia Curriculum Standards.
- Issued a report card three times per year.
- Required to complete all graduation assessments (i.e., FSA, Literacy, Numeracy).
- Provided with any required resources for the educational program.
- Provided access to additional funds for activities and services to support the educational program.
- Invited to participate in group learning activities, if available in their location.
Comparison of a Registered Homeschooler and an Online Learning Student
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Traditional Homeschooling |
Public School Online Learning |
Independent School Online Learning |
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Must meet the learning standards of the B.C. Curriculum |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
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Learning must be supervised by a B.C. teacher |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
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School must use district- or school-approved resources |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
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Must participate in provincial testing (provincial exams, FSAs) |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
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Student progress must be evaluated by a teacher, and report cards are prepared by a teacher 3×/year |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
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Religious text/resources may be used |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
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Status of student within the school |
Registered |
Enrolled |
Enrolled |
Registration as a Homeschooler
Students may register with an ELEV8 program as a 'homeschooler'. Homeschooling (HS) is an alternative method of learning offered outside the BC public educational system. Typically, a family member or relative delivers the entire educational program to children in a private residence.
Homeschooling programs are not:
- Supervised by a BC-certified teacher.
- Required to meet provincial learning standards.
- Inspected by the Ministry of Education for quality of learning standards.
A homeschooled child in BC may:
- Receive up to $125 in reimbursements for educational materials. Invoices must be submitted by May 31 of each school year.
- Have access to local activities with other online learning students. A fee may be required (the parent will have to pay out of pocket or from $125 reimbursement).
- Borrow educational resources from local curriculum libraries.
- Enroll in an online learning course at the Grade 10, 11 or 12 level to receive credit on a transcript for university entrance requirements.
- Access evaluation and assessment services to inform parents of the educational progress of their child in relation to students of similar age and ability. A fee may be applied.
School Act, Section 13
School Regulation, Section 3, 2018
Cross-Enrollment Defined
Students in Grades 10-12 can be enrolled in more than one school at the same time. Our ELEV8-DESK Secondary program accepts Grade 10-12 students from other schools to (dual-) cross-enroll in any of our courses.
A British Columbia student may cross-enroll to:
- Take a course not available at their school of record.
- Participate in a course outside their school timetable.
- Allow more flexibility in their timetable.
- Experience a different learning format.
- Experience a course tailored to their interests.
NOTE: Students may not be enrolled in the same course at the same time in two different schools.
Adult Enrollment
Students over the age of 18 may enroll with Kootenay Lake Online Learning (ELEV8) to obtain credits towards the British Columbia Adult Dogwood Diploma and/or to acquire credits towards post-secondary applications.
Adults who have graduated (graduated adults) may take specific courses tuition–free under certain conditions.
Non-Graduated Adult
Non-graduated adults (students over the age of 18) may complete courses to receive credit towards the British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood) or the Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood).
To earn the British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood), the student must:
- Create a flexible and personalized graduation plan with a counsellor.
- Complete all courses required for graduation.
To earn an Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood), an adult student:
- Must obtain at least three courses after being admitted into the adult program.
- May carry over two eligible courses taken before they began the adult program.
- May take courses from either colleges or school districts or use qualifying courses from both systems and combine the attained credits to satisfy the Adult Graduation Program requirements.
Graduated Adult
Adult students who have graduated may take tuition-free courses. A tuition fee may be applied to courses not covered in the list of tuition-free courses.
International Students
Students living in British Columbia on a student (or study) visa may take ELEV8 online learning courses leading to a graduation program.
To enroll with ELEV8-DESK, an International Student must:
- Provide documentation of a student visa and permission to reside in British Columbia.
- Pay a tuition fee of $1200 for each course enrolled.
- Write at least one supervised course exam.
Need Help Determining Your Educational Path?
Feel free to contact us with any questions or guidance navigating the various enrolment options.
