FAQ

How do I know if my child should work with you?

The simple answer: call me, and let's chat! A child may see me for many reasons, including the following:

• school related problems

• friendship concerns and problems

• handling new situations

• understanding anxious feelings, and working through them

• resolving conflicts

• celebrating success and accomplishments

• finding community information & resources

• family concerns

• celebrating happy occasions

• death/loss or serious illness concerns

• managing emotions

• any other area of concern

What do you do as a School Social Worker?

I do many things throughout the day! Every day is different for me. Here are some of the things I do:

• provide individual and small group education counseling

• conducts classroom guidance lessons

• assists parents in helping their children achieve (emotional, behavior, and educational success)

• participates in PBIS team

• consults with teachers to meet student needs

• consults with outside agencies such as Human Services, Therapists, and other area resources

How does a child see the Social Worker?

I work with students based on:

• teacher referral

• parent referral

• student self-referral

• Child Study Team referral

• IEP referral

• Principal referral

What is your goal when working with students?

I will create an individual goal with the student to best meet their needs! Here are some things we may work toward:

• building positive self-esteem

• developing healthy relationships

• respecting and appreciating others

• understanding and expressing feelings

• resolving conflicts and setting goals

• making healthy choices

• building positive school behaviors

• coping with difficult changes

• working in groups

• developing problem-solving skills

• learning to work and play with others