Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS)
The Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) Program welcomes all newcomer students and families. SWIS staff provide settlement support and services with a focus on our school system, and guide families to resources and services available to them in Langley.
SWIS workers can assist with:
- Registration for school and connecting parents with teachers and school programs.
- Facilitation of workshops to enhance families’ understanding of Canadian culture.
- Support the families in understanding the school system.
- Making connections to adult language classes (LINC) and adult education.
- Making connections to other community programs and services.
We offer:
- Workshops and orientation sessions on the BC school system, post-secondary education, parenting, life in Canada, and much more.
- Conversation circles to meet others and practice English.
- After school activities for immigrant students (conversation circle, reading clubs, homework clubs and more).
- Employment support for youth.