Q – What expectations must the student and family meet to receive this free tutoring service? A – A family and student that would like to participate in this program having been referred by their elementary school teacher, will meet by phone and zoom meeting with our coordinator to discuss expectations…Ī review of their technology (computer, laptop or tablet ) and some training using zoom will be provided.Įxpectations of punctuality, replying to emails, communicating planned absences, engaging in the tutor session, respect for & appreciation of the volunteer tutor are shared and the family must commit to them.
(Immigrant refers to Permanent Resident or Naturalized Canadian) The family will register with the South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services society. The student must have a parent, grandparent, or guardian that is an immigrant, Temporary Foreign Worker or International Post-Secondary Student. Q – Who can access this free tutoring service? A – The Homework Club program is funded and created to meet the needs of immigrant children (elementary school age, grade 1 to 7) who are considered vulnerable due to language barriers or no English support at home. This program not only provides one-on-one tutoring supports for children, but also helps their parents to build digital literacy and connect with the wider community. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this time the tutoring service is provided virtually over ZOOM. Homework Club was launched to assist students between the ages of 5 to 13 years. The homework club provides tutoring to students that are English Language Learning (ELL) immigrants to our community. The South Okanagan Immigrant Community Services (SOICS) has a homework club.
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