Lauren Ward
Social Worker
Lauren Ward, School Social Worker
Welcome! I am the school social worker at AC Reynolds High School. I have worked as the social worker at ACRHS since 2013. I grew up in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, and am proud to have returned to this area to work at this top notch school.
As a school social worker, I help connect our students and families to community resources and supports. I work with students, families, administrators, and counselors to help eliminate educational barriers that might be impacting success. I work with students who might need extra support around attendance, behavior interventions, mental health needs, or alternative educational opportunities.
I attended public school in Western North Carolina, and my son attends a local Buncombe County school. I am an advocate for public education, and am here to help provide assistance and support. Please reach out!
When I am not working with students and families, I enjoy hiking, running (very slowly), eating great food, and being outside with my husband, son, and our sweet dog.
Education:
Masters of Social Work from UNC Charlotte
Bachelor of Arts from UNC Asheville
Certifications:
2023 Buncombe County School Social Worker of the Year
North Carolina School Social Work Certification
Restorative Practices School Trainer
Buncombe County Schools Crisis Team Member