School social workers seek to understand factors in the home, school, and/or community that impact students’ educational success. We provide comprehensive social-emotional and behavioral supports, including crisis intervention and Safety Plans. Our services may include individual, group, and whole class therapeutic interventions. We make recommendations and referrals based on student/family needs.
I GOT NINETY-NINE PROBLEMS, and school is one....Five stressed, sleep deprived, yet energetic teens sit down and talk about the struggles that come with being a teenager.
Inspired by the Black Lives Matter Movement, these titles offer inspiration for discussions of race, justice and privilege. Black Lives Matter: Teen Booklist
Wishing we were back at school? You are not alone. Even though we have to social distance and wear mask when we are out, being at home can feel like a lot. Check out this video with helpful tips on keeping the peace with your family during Covid-19.
Is it as bad as you think?
Click and listen to what other teens like you have to say about remote learning
A group of students in the After School Matters teen radio program spent the summer learning audio recording, editing and writing and then shared their stories online.