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school resources
Welcome Back to School!
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The School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) welcomes you to another school year!
We know each year brings both opportunities and challenges — from heightened anxieties to unexpected difficulties. School Social Workers face these with strength, resilience, and a deep commitment to the students and communities they serve.
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As the premier national School Social Work organization, SSWAA stands with you by providing:
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Professional development to expand your knowledge and best practice strategies
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Tools and resources to elevate your practice in school settings
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Connections to a vast network of professionals who share your mission
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Below is a collection of resources designed to help you meet the challenges and excitement of the school year — any time of year.
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SSWAA Professional Development & Practice Tools
LGBTQ+ Resources
The HRC Foundation’s Welcoming Schools program is the nation’s most comprehensive bias-based bullying prevention initiative for educators and youth-serving professionals. It provides LGBTQ+ and gender-inclusive professional development, lesson plans, booklists, and resources, all developed through an intersectional, anti-racist lens. The program equips schools with actionable tools to embrace family diversity, foster inclusion, prevent bias-based bullying, and support transgender and non-binary students.
grief & crisis support
Back to School:
Supporting Grieving Students
As students return to school with various emotions, from excitement to apprehension, it’s crucial not to overlook those grieving the loss of a loved one. Their ongoing grief can significantly impact their academic focus and well-being, requiring special attention from educators.
specialized resources
NASW - Back to School with Social Workers: Social Media Smarts
The U.S. is experiencing a mental health crisis worsened by COVID-19 and social media, which contributes to anxiety and depression among youth. School social workers are vital in helping parents and students navigate social media safely, providing resources to enhance digital literacy and mental health awareness.
