That's Personal
What is the name of your School Social Worker?
You might be in trouble if you are referred to the social worker.
True or False
False.
I am not involved in discipline - I often help kids get out of trouble.
Would helping a family find a doctor be something a social worker might do?
Yes; having a doctor and being healthy helps students be their best!
Where is the social worker's office?
Room 135 / End of Intermediate Hallway
Something you can catch but can not throw.
What is a cold?
What kind of job did I have before I worked in schools?
Child and family therapist
One goal of your school social worker is for you to feel good at school.
True or False
True. I want every student to be successful and to feel safe and good in the process.
If a student is having difficulty getting along with or communicating with a staff member, would going to your school social worker about it be appropriate?
Yes; support with communication, relationships, and problem-solving are all things I can help with.
I might help a student see other points of view or brainstorm solutions, or even help them have a conversation with the staff person.
When is information shared between the social worker and student NOT confidential?
1. Student plans to hurt self.
2. Someone is hurting the student.
3. Student plans to hurt someone else.
4. Student gives permission for social worker to talk to someone else about what was said.
Where the 2024 Summer Olympics were held.
What is France?
What are two foods that I enjoy eating?
Pizza and soft serve
The school social worker only works with students, not parents.
True or False
False.
Some ways that I work with families:
I help parents address issues that impact students.
I help families get resources and services they need.
I provide guidance and education to parents/families so that they can better understand and support you.
Name 2 things I might be able to help you with
Relationship/Friendship Social Skills & Awareness
Emotions Goal Setting & Organization
Stuff going on outside of school Coping Skills
Self-esteem Attention
Stress & Worries Solving Problems
How can you get in touch with your school social worker if you want to meet?
You can leave a note under my door - there are request slips outside the office.
You can ask your teacher for a pass to come down
You can ask a family member to call or email me
The most played video game in the world in 2023.
What video game am I not too keen on?
Fortnite
Your school social worker will conduct small groups throughout the school year.
True or False
True.
You may be invited to join a small group that will meet approximately 6-8 times.
Examples of groups: self-management, coping skills, relationship/social skills, etc.
Name one similarity and one difference between a school counselor and a school social worker.
Similarities: both have advanced degrees, both support students in skill development, both teach, have groups, and work with students individually.
Differences: Social workers have a greater focus on providing direct and indirect services to both the student and the families. Counselors have a greater focus on academics and college & career readiness.
Does Ms. Dana see kids individually, in a group, or both?
Both!
Jennie Kim, Lisa, Rose, and Jisoo are members of this group.
What is BLACKPINK?
Guess the movie I saw last Friday night?
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice!
Your school social worker primarily works with students that receive special education services.
False.
Your social worker works with Anyone and Everyone.
Is the school social worker the designated staff person to call Child Protective Services in the event that child abuse is disclosed or suspected.
No; every person working in a school is a 'mandated reporter'. That means any staff that knows or suspects a child is being abused is required by law to report it.
Do you need to have a pass to go to my room?
Yes.
There are only a few exceptions to this:
* there's an urgent matter in which case I will get in touch with your teacher and let them know you're with me.
* you're uncomfortable asking for a pass to see me, in which case you should fill out a request slip.
BUT lots of people come see me for All Kinds of things, included just to say hi or to have lunch with some friends... so I hope you won't feel uncomfortable. I want to get to know all of you!
It's not alive, but it can grow; It doesn’t have lungs, but needs air; It doesn't have a mouth, but will die if you feed it water.
What is a fire?