1. Washington Association of School Social Workers
News from the Board 2018

2. Identification of School Social Workers in Washington state law
2SHB 1377 was signed on March 22, identifying School Social Workers as professionals in the fields of social work and education . . .

3. https://www.tvw.org/watch/?eventID=2018031144 @11:30

4. HB 1377-S2 – “Addresses the role of a school counselor, a school social worker, and a school psychologist in promoting student achievement and creating a safe learning environment “

5. ESA Coalition Collaboration: School Social Workers
School Psychologists
School Counselors
School Nurses

6. OSPI SEL Workgroup
WASSW representative on the SEL Workgroup. The legislature authorized additional funding to take the next step and develop behavioral indicators.

8. Partnerships: NASW SSWAA WEA
SSWAA Affiliate
Attendance at Annual
Delegate Assembly
Lobbying
Attendance at Annual Gala
Supervisors / Licensure
Financial Support
Workgroups

9. Facebook Job Postings

10. Licensure
MSW makes you eligible for licensure through Washington Department of Health.
Requires supervision hours / fee / exam after 3+ years.
On WASSW website

11. Scholarship Program
Support for WASSW members to bring knowledge and skills to WASSW through attendance at conferences of your choosing.
Up to $250 / 5 scholarships per year

12. Membership Forms in Your Handouts
Still only $50 ! Associate $35 Student $20
News of the profession
Networking and collaboration
Jobs postings

13. Thanks for all you do! Let us know how we can support you:
Erin Romanuk, President
Brett Gurzick, Vice President
Liz Nelson, Treasurer
Lupe Wolfe, EW Board Member