support-groups & youth-programming

Contact information for SchoolsPlus facilitators can be found at: https://www.ednet.ns.ca/schoolsplus/contact-us Develops a variety of programs and services available at school sites across Nova Scotia. Programs and services provided at each SchoolsPlus site will respect and address the unique needs of the community. Also aims to improve student and parent engagement with the school. SchoolsPlus staff help students and staff navigate systems and help them get the services they need. Offers and promotes a variety of programs and services at school sites, which may include: Outreach and mentoring programs Homework clubs Employment support Health services (mental health clinician, youth health coordinator, pediatrician) Community policing Breakfast programs, nutritional classes, community gardens Early years centres Youth groups (e.g., art, culture, GSA) Parenting support (e.g., classes, social groups) Recreational programming (after school, March break, summer)