The practice of social work within the Student Services Department focuses on finding effective ways to resolve problems which significantly interfere with student learning, achievement or adjustment. School social workers provide a wide range of services to students, parents and educators. School social workers work closely with the county departments of Human Resources, Mental Health Agencies, Juvenile Court, and Law Enforcement. In addition, the Student Services Department monitors students for compliance with the Georgia Compulsory School Attendance Law and the Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act.

What do School Social Workers do? 

• Student safety (abuse and neglect concerns)
• Home school
• Truancy
• Hospital/ Homebound
• Community concern mediation
• Student enrollment/attendance
• Safe and Drug Free Schools
• Teenage driving law
• Work permits for minors
• Family problems
• Economic needs
• Immunization requirements 

What other services do School Social Workers offer?

• Home visits
• Crisis intervention
• Collaboration with community resources
• Policy and procedure assistance
• Support for the SST/POI process

How can I contact a School Social Worker? 

The School Social Workers, or the Student Services Department, can be reached by calling (770) 266-4510.