Kansas School Social Work Association

A professional organization that promotes and supports school social workers in Kansas through advocacy, PD, and networking! Join us for news and resources!

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August Member Highlight: Josef Smith, LMSW

Most Memorable Moment as SSW : Seeing a student of mine that has gone through tremendous amounts of trauma and adversity grow and heal in appropriate and healthy ways

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KSSWA Fall Conference 2023

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MEMBER HIGHLIGHT: Cloe Hedlund, Earned MSW from Newman University 2017. Most memorable moment as a SSW: Watching the seniors graduate that I have in Elementary school.

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💥Member Highlight💥 Brooke Dunlay Most memorable moment as a SSW: There has been many memorable moments in my first year as a social worker, but my favorite part have been seeing the great progress my students have made throughout the year towards their individual and IEP goals.

[Tracie Chauvin, LSCSW @MrsChauvinSW]

Spent the day w/ my fellow @KansasSSWA Board Members ensuring we set the right tone for the upcoming year! A 13 hour day well worth it - KSSWA Board Retreat 2023 on the books ✅ #schoolsocialwork #schoolmentalhealth #leadership #MentalHealthMatters

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•June Legislative Update•

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We are joining @TheSSWAA in the National Census! By participating we can ensure our profession has the resources and support needed to succeed! #SSWRISEUP&BECOUNTED

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MEMBER HIGHLIGHT: Galen Craghead. Memorable moment: a former student (10 yrs later) came up to me at a ballgame, said that a strategy I suggested regarding keeping a feelings journal made a difference in her life.  She said she continues to use it daily.

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💥May Legislative Updates💥 https://t.co/lGUBQYB8Ua

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April Membership Highlight: Alex Westhoff, MSW from Fort Hays 2021. I started the weekend backpack meals at my school. We are truly here to support the teachers, children, AND their families. I want to be your biggest supporter and advocate.

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April Legislative Updates:

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CEU Opportunity: 6 available

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We’re celebrating National #SSWweek2023! Join us in advocating for the impactful work School Social Workers have across the country and globe! #WeRise2023

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Schools often are one of the first places where mental health issues are recognized and addressed. Join us and thank a School Social Worker during #SSWweek2023 and advocate for the need for more School Social Workers today! #WeRise2023

[KS Dept of Education @ksdehq]

School-based mental health professionals are so important. Join us as we recognize the impactful work school social workers have on Kansas students, families and communities every day! #WeRise2023 #SSWWeek2023 @KansasSSWA

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Schools often are one of the first places where mental health issues are recognized and addressed. Join us and thank a School Social Worker during #SSWweek2023 and advocate for the need for more School Social Workers today! #WeRise2023

[KS Dept of Education @ksdehq]

The theme for School Social Work Week is #WeRise2023, & we know KS school social workers rise to the challenge every time. They rise up to support their students, families & school communities! Thank you for facing challenges with strength & resilience. #SSWweek2023 @KansasSSWA

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School Social Workers are trained mental health professional who are the link between the home, school, and community. School Social Workers rise up to support all! Thank a School Social Worker today for #SSWweek2023 #WeRise2023