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The Nexus for Innovation in Education is the articulation of the vision of HCOS to be a place of relentless innovation, educational transformation, and intentional generosity. As both a physical location and virtual ecosystem, the Nexus serves as a gathering point for thought leaders and innovation implementers to gain knowledge, inspiration and support in the growing movement to transform education locally, nationally and globally.

The Nexus is not a building, yet it needs a building. The Nexus building will empower us to:

Make a difference globally by expanding resources, infrastructure, and education into at-risk communities globally through StudyForge and Spero, helping to reduce education barriers and break cycles of poverty through the power of accessible, high quality education

Expand Flex Academy to provide Christian education to 500 students from Jr. Kindergarten to grade 12, setting a new standard for innovative hybrid education

Support other schools to explore hybrid education as an option for their educational institutions. With lessons learned and resources to share, we are ready to offer support to other schools looking to learn about Flex Academy, access resources and support, and consider adopting and implementing a hybrid approach

Expand HCOS and Flex Academy’s curriculum and technology, amplifying the impact of StudyForge, which is already used by over 140 institutions and over 31,000 students across North America. Some notable institutions include Arizona State University Prep, Florida Virtual School, Sevenstar, BYU Independent Study, Idaho Digital Learning Alliance and more

Create a Centre of Innovation in Education, providing training conferences, resources, and education on best practices for teachers, staff, and parents throughout BC and beyond

A International Network of Partnerships

Currently, HCOS collaborates with other educational institutions in over 40 communities from British Columbia to Ontario. These partnerships reflect a shared commitment to innovative, Christ-centered education and the belief that the future of education lies in hybrid learning—combining the best of campus and online experiences to allow students to flourish according to their individualized goals.

We’re ready to bring these partners together to innovate further, share our learning, and build lasting partnerships for the benefit of communities across Canada.

A Space Designed for Belonging and Growth

Stepping into the Education Nexus will feel like entering a place filled with possibility. 

The facility is intentionally designed to be inspiring yet welcoming, creating a nurturing environment where every student, educator, and visitor feels connected and at home. At the heart of the Nexus is the emphasis on relationships—between students and teachers, families and staff, learners and their community, and most importantly, between each person and God. 

The entire environment is crafted to be hopeful, fresh, and joyful, reflecting the vibrant, Christ-centered learning community it houses. Every space is designed to inspire curiosity, growth, and belonging, inviting all to experience the transformative power of education grounded in faith and excellence.

Our Nexus Leadership team

Craig Kwiatkowski

Chief Operating Officer

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Sara Kraushar

Head of Schools

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Bri Dyck

Director of Flex Academy

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Calvin Johnston

Director of Inclusive Education

Jeremy Tjosvold

Director of Information & Engagement

Chelsea Bitgood

Director of Innovations 5-12

Dr. Karen Roeck

Director of Learning

Brian Oger

Director of StudyForge

Jonathan Zuidhof

Director of Learing Groups: Community Connections

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Craig Kwiatkowski

Chief Operating Officer

Craig has been with HCOS for 17 years and has been overseeing the business, finance and operations of the schools for the past 8 years, as well as partnering with the Head of Schools to develop and implement strategic planning and direction. Together managing over 800 staff, he thoroughly enjoys solving challenging problems and planning how to make the vision happen.

A proud Heritage Christian School alumnus, Craig is passionate about developing the infrastructure and pathways to facilitate a shift in the educational system to a personalized, academically rigorous, financially astute, and real-life applicable learning journey for students.

He recently completed his term serving as the chair of the Association of Christian Schools International Western Canada (ACSIWC) board of directors, and currently sits on the board of Spero Learning Society. He has fulfilled various speaking engagements, most recently for ACSIWC and the Digital Learning Annual Conference, for practitioners and educators working for change and evidence-based improvements in education in North America.

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Sara Kraushar

Head of Schools

Sara has been with HCOS for 14 years, serving as the Head of Schools for the past 7 years. She has a Master of Education in Leadership in Digital, Open and Online Learning but felt her true education came from home educating her own children for over a decade. Sara loves to dream about what is possible and truly loved the opportunity to help design and launch Flex Academy in September 2023. Sara is strongly committed to the global movement for Christian education, having worked for independent schools in BC and Kuwasha, Uganda.

Sara consults on innovation and change management with K-12 schools and universities across Canada and the US. Recruited to serve as a member of the Sector Advisory Committee for Online Learning to the MoECC, she is also a member of the Steering Committee for Online Learning to the MoECC. She also sits on the board for the Association of Christian Schools International Western Canada, Spero Learning and the Advisory Board for the State of the Nation: K-12 e-learning in Canada Study.

She has been invited as a keynote speaker to numerous educational conferences, including:

  • Hybrid Schools in Action Panel on Emerging Innovative School Models
  • Hybrid Schools Perspectives Panel (partnered with Colorado State Online Learning Commissioner)
  • ACSI Teacher Convention 2024: Future Focused Teaching and Learning
  • ACSI Board and Admin Conference 2024: Leadership in Innovative Learning Models
  • Global Online Learning Conference: The HCOS Model and Course Development
  • Digital Learning Symposium: Middle School Course Development
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Bri Dyck

Director of Flex Academy

Bri has been teaching since 2013 and in school leadership since 2020. In 2022, she stepped in to design and lead Flex Academy with a mandate to empower courageous learners and provide flexible educational opportunities built on relationships and personalized learning. Bri is a creative, resilient and compassionate leader who has paved the way for her staff and students to be brave pioneers in the field of hybrid education. She leads professional development workshops for the HCOS and Flex teams and has spoken on panels about hybrid learning and change management for the ACSI Board and Administrators Conference. Bri’s intelligent and intentional manner of leading has seen Flex grow at a staggering rate of 30%, with a 96% retention rate. She is sought out as a leader in designing hybrid programming and change management.
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