I am a school social worker and I happen to be the department lead. I can't really remember how long I have been in this position, maybe 8 years. As a social worker, you are the only person in your building doing that exact job. There are only 8 of us in the district, one in each of the elementary buildings and two in the junior high.
The first full week in March every year is School Social Worker Appreciation Week. I look forward to this week every year. This is the time that I get to celebrate my colleagues. In December, I start thinking of possibilities of what to purchase. I enjoy buying things to celebrate them. I try to make sure the gifts are meaningful and not just another tchotchke to put on their desk. This year I decided to get them a choice with their gift. I think it was the best decision ever! They were very appreciative of the gesture and always appreciative of me thinking of them! So, to my fellow social workers... I APPRECIATE YOU AND ALL YOU DO!
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rebah6
3/9/2021 09:14:30 am
I am an instructional coach in my building, and am the only one for 3 buildings that I cover this year. There are 3 of us across the district of 9 buildings. It can be lonely. I like your idea of celebrating your fellow social workers in the district during social worker week. I might steal this idea!
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Michelle Strezo
3/9/2021 08:08:46 pm
I think you should! It is fun to celebrate each other, especially this year!
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3/9/2021 01:56:38 pm
What a lovely gesture! You make me want to do that for my school counsellors! Thanks for the inspiration!
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trina
3/9/2021 06:48:09 pm
Happy School Social Worker to one of the best! You are amazing.
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Michelle Strezo
3/9/2021 08:10:34 pm
Thanks Trina!!
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