The Board of Directors of the Minnesota School Social Workers’ Association invite principals, Boards of Education, and other interested staff members of school districts, to nominate your school social worker for the 2008 School Social Worker of the Year Award. This is a great opportunity for the school community to recognize the contributions your school social worker has made to students, families, and staff within your school, school district,
and community.

As the School Social Worker of the Year for 2007, I felt humbled and gratified to receive such an honor. I greatly appreciated the fact my principal and co-workers took the time to recognize my efforts. When receiving this award, I realized that there are many other school social workers who are also deserving of this recognition.

As you know, school social workers can be a vital link in coordinating student services between school, family and community. We would appreciate you making us aware of an individual who you believe is exceptional in their social work practice and who has made significant contributions in the service of children and families.

Please keep the following things in mind when considering a school social worker for the nomination:

**Currently employed as a School Social Worker
**Minnesota School Social Workers’ Association Member
**Professional Competency
**School Involvement
**Involvement in the Wider Community

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Leo Bulger
Pratt School
2007 School Social Worker of the Year

Please complete the Nomination Form and submit by June 13, 2008 to:

Minnesota School Social Worker Association (MSSWA) collaborated with the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) in partnership to develop this exceptional reference guide for school social work practitioners and school administrators. The manual has been divided into sections for easier access and will be updated annually.
Additional details about the manual can be found under “Professional Materials” on this page. For the complete reference guide click the link below. Enjoy!

School Social Work Manual

School Social Workers are the link between home, school and community. As members of the educational team, School Social Workers promote and support students’ academic and social success by providing specialized services.

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MSSWA is a politically responsive, statewide organization committed to the improvement of the school social work profession and to the well being of children and their families. This is accomplished by networking with other professional organizations, providing leadership, gathering and disseminating information and advocating for children.