(Settlement Worker In School)

  SWIS is a school-based outreach program designed to help newcomer students and their families settle in their school and community.

• Connect with newcomer students and parents on an on-going basis to assist them with their settlement needs.
• Support newcomer students and families in understanding the school system and culture.
• Assist newcomer students and families to build community connections and to access resources within the community.
• Promote respect for diversity and encourage participation in school and community.