Workshop "Going on to High School"

On Saturday, August 5, a workshop “Going on to high school” was held for parents and students attending the supplementary class "Rakko, " founded for the refugee children and students resettled via the third country resettlement program.  The lecturer of the workshop was Ms. Chizuru Nakae, who is also an advisor to this supplementary class.  Ms. Nakae　explained about the types of high schools, school districts, contents and schedules of entrance exam, and necessary expenses.  She also mentioned that the dropout rate of non-Japanese students is five times that of Japanese students, and said that it is important not only to go on to high school, but also to consider what you will study　with an eye toward the future.

Each "Rakko" workshop is attended by interpreters in Burmese and Karen, so parents can deepen their understanding of the content and ask questions through the interpreters.

* A supplementary class for refugee children and students resettled in Chiba City established and operated by the Social Welfare Corporation "SUPPORT 21," which has a proven track record in educational support activities for refugees.  The FWEAP has been providing financial support to the class since its launching in 2021.