What does the School Social Worker do?
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The school social worker will be teaching social emotional lessons in our classroom.
True
I can visit classrooms to talk about emotions, empathy, problem solving, safety, and and other things.
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I will talk with the social worker for discipline.
False
The social worker does not meet with students to deliver consequences. Often we meet to problem solve or reflect on a situation.
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The social worker talks to teachers and other staff at school.
True
You bet! We all work together as a team to support students.
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I had an argument with a friend at recess and we cannot work through it on our own. The social worker could help!
True
Conflict resolution is a tough skill and takes practice. It is helpful to have an adult, like me, work through it with you both.
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The social worker meets with student individually and in small groups.
True
I can meet with students alone and in small groups in social worker's office. We work on lots of different things!
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I will talk with the social worker if I have a conflict with someone.
True
Relationships can be complex, and I am here to help!
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The social worker talks to only 3rd graders.
False
I talk with ALL students.
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I twisted my ankle in gym today. The social worker could help!
False
The school nurse will help check on your ankle. Health concerns go through our nurse office.
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The social worker teaches reading and writing.
False
Your amazing classroom teachers are here to teach those important skills!
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I will talk with the social worker if I have concerns at home or outside of school.
True
I am here to support all parts of your life, including home (parents, siblings, daycare, etc.)
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The social worker talks with parents or guardians.
True
Sometimes having parents or guardians know and understand how their student is feeling is important to make things better.
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I can see the social worker whenever I want!
False
Since we help all students we can schedule sometime to see you, with a pass from the teacher.
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I can go to the social worker to play and have fun.
False
Although we do activities it is a time to reflect and work through things that are on our mind.
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I will meet with the social worker if I cannot figure out my math assignment.
False
I like math, but your classroom teacher would be your best helper!
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The social worker talks with other helpers INSIDE the school.
True
I work closely with our administration team, teachers, and other staff members.
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My friend told me some things I am concerned about. The social worker could help!
True
Having worries about relationships is a great topic for us to chat about. We want ALL students to feel safe and cared about.
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The social worker supports students with feelings, emotions, problems, concerns and anything that is important to the best student they can be.
True
I am here to help you all succeed!
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I am having lots of big feelings (happiness, joy, relief, anxiousness) and the social worker will listen to my concerns.
True
That is why I am here! I love talking about feelings and we ALL have them!
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The social worker sometimes talk with helpers OUTSIDE of school.
True
Sometimes I talk with the police, therapists, counselors, and doctors.
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I am having some strong feelings and uncomfortable thoughts. The social worker could help!
True
Yes, these are great topics for us to talk about. I am here to help you!