School Social Workers are the link between home, school, and community. School Social Workers promote and support student academic and social success by providing specialized services that include:
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Individual and group counseling
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Parent education and training
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Support groups
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Professional case management
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Crisis prevention and intervention
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Resource connection
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Advocacy for students, parents and the school system
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Collaboration with community agencies and other
pupil services
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School Social Workers Help Students:
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Increase academic success
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Improve interpersonal relationships
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Cope with crisis situations
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Develop self-discipline
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Develop problem-solving skills
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Resolve conflicts without violence
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Improve attendance
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Build self-esteem
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Remain in school and graduate
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Develop and refine social skills
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Cope with stress
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School Social Workers support parents and families to:
Participate more fully in their children's education
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Identify and meet their children's social and emotional needs
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Use school and community resources more effectively
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