Introduction to School Social Work
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Introduction to School Social Work

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What is the primary role of school social workers?

  • Conducting medical examinations
  • Engaging children and youth in preventive work (correct)
  • Providing academic instruction
  • Performing administrative duties

    • Why is school social work considered a critically important field of practice?

  • To compete with other social work fields
  • To focus solely on academic achievements
  • To address all societal issues
  • To improve the well-being and success of students (correct)

    • In addition to students and families, who else do school social workers build relationships with?

  • Local businesses
  • Government officials
  • Larger community (correct)
  • Media outlets

    • What impact can school social workers have on staff understanding of contemporary issues facing schools?

    <p>Positive impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are skilled and caring practitioners needed in school social work?

    <p>To improve educational experiences and outcomes of children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for social workers in schools to understand the various roles and responsibilities of school professionals?

    <p>To help them navigate the complex organizational structure of schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect for social workers to consider in relation to how the school is viewed within the community?

    <p>How the school's perception affects what happens in the schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for social workers to understand how decisions are made in their schools?

    <p>To navigate a complex system effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by school social workers when navigating the ever-changing school system?

    <p>Feeling overwhelmed due to complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for social workers to be familiar with federal, state, and local school board policies?

    <p>To understand how policies inform what happens in schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

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