The Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) program connects newcomer students and families to school, community and government resources in Nanaimo-Ladysmith area.
SWIS services include things like:
- School registration (new immigrant family, Kindergarten, Early and Late French Immersion Programs, transfer schools etc.)
- Friendship clubs at local Elementary schools
- Summer, winter, spring and Pro-D day camps for children and youth
- Student Lounge at local high schools
- Youth activities
- Referrals to community and school resources for children and youth
- Youth employment information
- Interpreting/translation services for school related issues
- Community events for families
- Workshops for parents and youth to better integrate into the school system
You can find us on Instagram: @SWIS_Nanaimo