Modeled after the highly successful dropout prevention program Check and Connect. The Student Education Attainment Program that helps students of Somali decent in grades 5-12 with credit accumulation and school completion. Check and Connect is a comprehensives student engagement program that has considerable evidence demonstrating impacts that include increased attendance, completion of courses and graduation rates across different communities and populations. SEAP matches each student with a mentor to provide a support system to improve self-esteem and attitudes towards school.
Testimonials
“SEAP helps us interact with a role model, who’s been in a marginalized community. I am always proven that I can be successful no matter what I chose to do with my life.”
–Fateemah Said
For more information about SEAP and to register, please contact Alasis at amohamed@culturelink.ca, 416-766-6288×225 or 647-641-8162.
Interested in becoming a SEAP Mentor?
Volunteer Mentor – Student Education Attainment Program (SEAP)