Sechelt Community Schools partners with local organizations and individuals to offer free or low-cost programs and services for children and families in the Sechelt area. They provide in-school support at Davis Bay, West Sechelt, and Kinnikinnick Elementary Schools through food programs, gardening, and Social and Emotional Learning initiatives. They also offer out-of-school programs, including KIDZ CLUB Licensed Afterschool Care, Sechelt Youth Centre Drop-In Programs, and Coastal Kids Summer Programs.

Types of Potential Volunteer Opportunities:

• Preparing and serving food for Breakfast and Lunch Programs

• Reading with students at KES, WSES, and DBES

• Mentoring in school gardens

• Assisting with in-class cooking activities

• Supporting forest walks at KES

• Leading crafts and games

• Helping at school events (Indigenous Day, Pancake Breakfasts, Carnival)

• Peer mentoring for younger children in afterschool and summer programs

Volunteering provides a chance to engage with children, build connections within the school community, and support skill development in reading, gardening, and nature exploration. By meeting basic needs and fostering multigenerational connections, volunteers create a welcoming and inclusive environment where students can thrive.