Hi, I’m the School Social Worker. My job is to support students, families, and staff so that everyone feels safe, understood, and ready to do their best in school. I help with feelings, friendships, learning challenges, and making sure home and school work together.

How I Can Help

• Student Support: Meet with students one-on-one or in small groups to talk about stress, emotions, friendships, or school struggles.

• Crisis Help: Be there during emergencies or tough situations, like family problems or sudden changes.

• Family Support: Connect families with community resources such as counseling, food, or housing help.

• Advocacy: Make sure students’ voices are heard when school decisions are made.

• Classroom Lessons: Teach skills like problem-solving, calming down, and building healthy friendships.

• Teamwork with Staff: Partner with teachers and principals to make school a positive and supportive place.

IEPs & Case Management

• Case Manager: Help organize and keep track of services for students who get special education support.

• IEP Meetings: Attend meetings to share how a student is doing socially, emotionally, and behaviorally, so the plan fits the whole child.

• Student Voice: Encourage students to understand their IEP and speak up about their goals, strengths, and needs.

• Family Partner: Explain the IEP process to families and answer questions so everyone feels included.

• Service Coordination: Work with teachers, counselors, and specialists to make sure everyone is on the same page.

• Progress Checks: Keep an eye on how students are doing and suggest changes if the plan isn’t working.

• Future Planning: For older students, help connect IEP goals to high school, college, or career plans.

School-Wide Support

• Work on projects that improve attendance, fairness, and well-being across the school.

• Provide a safe space for private conversations about stress, grief, identity, or family challenges.