Fresh Start Program
The “Fresh Start” Program mission is designed to educate and support immigrant students in grades 5-12 on hygiene standards, understanding of the American school system, and understanding the importance of medical checkups (such as vision and hearing screenings). With these services, we aim to set up students for success as they enter their first year in this school setting.
How This Program Will Help Immigrant Students:
Many immigrant students may feel left out or behind in the school system due to external factors. At WoMen of Connections Ministry’s “Fresh Start Program,” we offer many different forms of support to not only help immigrant students in navigating the school system, but also to help immigrant students live prosperous lives.
What This Program Offers:
During the 3-day “Fresh Start” program, we will provide:
- Vision and hearing screening
- Hygiene information and supplies
- Snacks
- Referral Services
- And much more…
It is our mission to support and educate immigrant students from across the globe on what they should be doing in their daily lives, while giving them the resources to do so.
Why Should You Register For Fresh Start?
Benefit #1:
Parent: Your child will be able to get an orientation to the American school system, and they will learn what to expect on their first day of school.
Student: You will also be able to meet other immigrant students just like yourself (they have been in school before, so you can ask them questions).
Benefit #2:
Parent: WoMen of Connections Ministry will continue to support your family as a whole after the program has ended, to assist with the transitions into their new environment.
Student: you have an opportunity to be a part of our mentoring and reading program to assist you with your academic needs.
Benefit #3:
Parent: You will be able to utilize all WoMen of Connection services as needed. Such as resume review, referral services, adult ESL classes and communication with the school counselor on your child’s behalf.
Student: You will have access to 1-on-1 academic counseling.
Benefit #4:
Parent: You will have access to open door policy from the Women of Connections Ministry.
Student: You will have access to confidentiality and support at WoMen of Connections Ministry at the discretion of the mentor and counselors.
Registration:
Note: If you want to enroll multiple children, kindly fill out the forms for each child separately.