Social Workers
What are the names of the Social Workers at Pankalo?
Amy, Bella, Jenna, Amber and Kayla
Who are the school Psychologists at Pankalo?
Marty and Josie
Who is the Mental Health Specialist here at Pankalo?
Connor Stone
Why conduct a risk assessment?
Student is expressing the intent to harm self or others. If a student makes these statements, notify a mental health staff person as soon as possible in order to be able to complete the risk assessment before the end of the school day. In the time between the statement and the assessment- be sure to supervise the student at all times.
True or False
After sending my report to Dave Haveman, I keep a copy for future reference.
False, do not keep a copy for yourself
True or False
A parent or guardian needs to be notified when a risk assessment is completed?
True !
If you are not sure if you should report, who can you reach out to?
Anyone on the mental health team
If you need help filling out a report, who can help you?
Anyone on the mental health team
Name a Third Thing the Mckinney Vento Act does?
Name one thing the McKinney Vento Act Does?
When Should Reports be made?
Immediately! Please do not wait till the end of the day
If you do end up filing a report, who in the district do you need to send it to and where?
Dave Haveman at the District office
In Pankalo, who are mandated reporters?
WE ALL ARE :)
Who is our District Mckinney Vento Liaison?
Each school district and charter school must designate a District Homeless Liaison to ensure the rights and educational stability of homeless students
Cara McGlynn, District lead Social Worker
Name another thing the Mckinney Vento Act does?
What is one of the criteria that must be met to fill out a bullying report?
intimidating, threatening, abusive or harming conduct that is objectively offensive”, involves “an actual or perceived imbalance of power."
Imbalance of power is important to determine
True or False
I should wait till the end of the school day to file a report, I know those social workers are busy and they can follow up in the morning.
FALSE! Social Workers need to call parents before they arrive home. Please let them know as soon as possible.
What is the second Criteria for a bullying report?
materially and substantially interferes with a student’s educational opportunities or performance or ability (harm) to participate in school functions or activities”
What is the McKinney Vento Act?
a federal law that protects the educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness. The act requires schools to: