Social and Support Services for Educational Success (SSSES)

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Program Summary

IRCO's SSSES programs provide a variety of culturally specific youth, family and community services for two immigrant/refugee communities:  African and Asian Pacific Islander. Youth are provided with school linked services and activities such as homework assistance, mentoring, case management, service learning opportunities, and field trips to educational institutions.

IRCO's bilingual/ bicultural staff also work closely with parents to enhance their knowledge of the US educational system and to facilitate ways for parents to support their children's educational goals. Parent and community services include: adult education, family engagement, group and family support.

 

Contact Information

Lyn Tan
Program Coordinator
(503) 235-9396 ext. 134
lynt@irco.org


Gudeta Wak-Woya
Case Manager - African SSSES
503 234-1541 ext. 156
gudetaw@mail.irco.org

Information regarding IRCO's SSSES program  may also by obtained from:

Fritz Hirsch
Community and Program Development Specialist
fritzh@mail.irco.org
503 235-9396 ext. 131
 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 July 2011 10:52  
Section Programs Youth Services Social and Support Services for Educational Success (SSSES)