SOCIAL WORK SERVICES

School social workers serve as a link between the home, school, and community. They work to ensure that students remain in school and graduate, reach their fullest academic potential, and grow socially and emotionally. As part of the educational team, social workers support students’ thriving in schools and in life by removing barriers that interfere with their performance.

School social work coordinated services that are provided to assist students reach their fullest potential include, but are not limited to:

Students may be referred for problems and concerns that affect their academic achievement and social-emotional wellbeing. Parents, legal guardians, school personnel or others familiar with the student may refer to the school social worker; or a student may refer themselves.

School social workers are available to support students and families through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Click on your school cluster to access more information:

View the list of social worker school assignments.

Please click on the links below to learn more about:

• Atlanta Public Schools Department of Social Work Services
• Resources in your Community
• Grief and Loss Support
• Social Work Internship Program
• Helping Familes Cope with Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• Child Traumatic Stress Simple Activities for Children and Adolescents
• Mental Health First Aid Flier

For more information contact :