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About Our Well-Being School Social Workers
About Our Well-Being School Social Workers
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is proud to offer dedicated Well-Being School Social Workers who provide vital mental health and social-emotional support to students, staff, and families across our schools.
Who Are the Well-Being Social Workers?
Who Are the Well-Being Social Workers?
There are 42 MCPS Well-Being School Social Workers. All of our social workers are dually licensed professionals, accredited by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners and Maryland State Department of Education. Each holds a Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university.
Where Are the Well-Being Social Workers?
Where Are the Well-Being Social Workers?
Well-Being Social Workers are placed in each of our 26 high schools, including Edison, and in more than 20 middle schools. Additionally, MCPS offers district-wide consultation services to all schools by request. These services ensure that every school can access mental health support when needed.
How Can I Access a Well-Being Social Worker?
How Can I Access a Well-Being Social Worker?
Students can speak directly with a Well-Being Social Worker or ask a trusted staff member to help connect them. These social workers are also accessible through the Student Well-Being Team, which meets to discuss student concerns and connect them with appropriate school or community support.
How We Support the School Community
How We Support the School Community
Supporting Students
Supporting Students
Offering therapeutic mental health support for individuals and groups
Providing referrals to school and community-based mental health resources
Managing crisis cases and conflict resolution using a culturally sensitive approach
Supporting Staff
Supporting Staff
Providing psychoeducation related to behavior, performance, and development
Supporting a healthy school culture through an anti-racist lens
Developing trauma-informed and culturally competent practices
Offering training on mental health topics
Supporting school-wide initiatives to promote social-emotional well-being
Supporting Families
Supporting Families
Assisting with systems navigation
Strengthening connections between families, students, and school staff
Guiding and referring families to school and community services
Providing advocacy, caregiver training, and resources
Supporting families through crisis or school-related challenges
To find your assigned school social worker, click on Staffing Assignments
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