School Information
How to contact your ML (multilingual) language teacher and SWIS
Our Stoney Creek community is made up of families from many countries, each with its own unique culture and language. We celebrate this diversity, as it enriches the learning experiences for all students. At Stoney Creek, we welcome students from all corners of the world, and offer language support for our MLs (multilingual learners).
In September 2019, we gathered data on the languages spoken in the homes of our Stoney Creek students. We were impressed with the linguistic diversity that is represented in our community. Take a look at the chart for a summary of this data:
Click on the icon for more information
ML Teachers
We have two ML teachers at Stoney Creek. Please see below how you can contact your child's ML teacher.
Mrs. A. Wilkinson
a.wilkinson@tvdsb.ca
Mrs. C. Aldrich
c.aldrich@tvdsb.ca
ML PROGRAMS
WHO ARE MLs?
An ML (Multilingual language learner) is a student whose first language is other than English or is a variety of English that is significantly different from what is used for instruction in Ontario schools. Some of these students were born in Canada, while others are new to Canada, and being exposed to English for the first time.
HOW DO WE SUPPORT MLs?
In elementary schools, ML teachers work with students in their regular classroom, in a group, or individually. ML support programs are developed with the classroom teacher based on each student's needs.
Settlement Workers In Schools (SWIS)
The SETTLEMENT WORKERS IN SCHOOLS (SWIS) PROGRAM helps newcomer families and students with their settlement needs and provides them with information and support with:
Canadian School System Health Employment Community Services Housing Daily Life
Government Services Education Recreation Other Settlement Needs
SWIS C.A.R.E.S.
C. Connects by engaging in outreach within the school to establish and maintain contact with newcomer students and their families.
A. Assists newcomer students and their families by providing settlement services and information about community resources.
R. Refers newcomer students and their families by linking them to resources and services within the school and community.
E. Empowers newcomer students and their families through facilitating access to services and resources where there are barriers.
S. Strengthens the relationship between newcomer families and the school staff by bridging communication.