Children ages 2–12 will be able to take part in engaging programming led by Registered Early Childhood Educators, offered in partnership with the Hamilton Public Library. Activities will include storytime, Imagination Station, and hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) sessions designed to spark creativity and learning.
Learning 2Gether Program
Supporting Student-Caregivers and Their Families
Learning 2Gether is a free program is for Mohawk College student-caregivers alongside their children/dependents. This program aims to improve educational outcomes and socioeconomic mobility for student-caregivers and their children/dependents.
Learning 2Gether acknowledges and supports the dual roles of “student” and “caregiver” through the provision of dedicated learning time and childminding supports, fostering peer-to-peer connections, promoting intergeneration learning, and utilizing existing resources to offer programming.
Starting October 22nd, the program will run from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Mohawk College A Wing on Wednesdays and Terryberry Library on Thursdays.
Opportunities
Dedicated Support
Student Caregivers
Student caregivers will have access to dedicated academic support through the Learning Support Centre, including tutoring in math as well as one-on-one writing and communications support. In addition, they will be able to use a quiet study space designed to help them focus and balance their academic responsibilities alongside their caregiving roles.
Dependant Youth
Youth ages 12–17 will be able to access homework help facilitated by Neighbour to Neighbour, along with quiet time to focus on assignments or other activities in a supportive environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the program take place?
- Mohawk College Fennell Campus – A Wing (Wednesday)
- 4:30pm – 6:30pm
- Dates: October 22th to December 10th
- Address: 135 Fennell Ave W, Hamilton, ON L8N 3T2
- Terryberry Library (Thursday)
- 4:30pm – 6:30pm
- Dates: October 23th to December 11th
- Address: 100 Mohawk Rd W, Hamilton, ON L9C 1W1
What will be provided during the program?
- All materials for children’s activities are provided, along with nut-free snacks.
- Mohawk College student-caregivers receive tutoring and study support from LSC peer tutors, and programming for their children/dependents.
- Children age 2-12 will receive free childcare supervised by Registered Early Childhood Educators, and youth age 13-17 can access free homework.
How do I know if I am eligible to participate?
- If you are a student at Mohawk College and are caring for a child/dependent who is between the ages of 2-17 years, you can attend!
Do I have to attend every week?
- We understand that life can be busy, especially for student-caregivers. While we encourage you to attend all 8 weeks to get the most out of the program, you can attend one day a week or both days if space allows. You can miss up to 3 of the sessions and still stay enrolled in the program. You can attend one day a week or both.
Further Information
- For further information on the program as well as a FAQ, please see our Program Guide.
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You could be eligible to be a part of the Learning 2Gether program.
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Applied Research 101 (Student Edition)
Want to learn more about Applied Research? If you are a Mohawk College student, you can register for Applied Research 101 for free! This short training course will help you understand what exactly applied research is, how to get involved in applied research, and how to be successful on the job. Email [email protected] to request your complimentary coupon code.
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Mohawk students have two ways to take part in a Mitac’s supported project: As a co-op student, you may be able to self-source a Mitacs-funded co-op opportunity. All Mitacs-funded opportunities must be pre-approved by your Co-op specialist. As a Mohawk student, Mitacs-funded research assistant positions may be available through existing IDEAWORKS research collaborations. Available postings will be posted in CareerReady.
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