February 2017 E-News
Michigan Association of School Social Workers
Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics at the Palace of Auburn Hills
Join the Michigan Association of School Social Workers in watching the Pistons take on the Boston Celtics in their final season at The Palace. After the game take a free throw on the court. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket will benefit MASSW. School social workers receive a free MASSW item. Please pick up the item between 1st and 2nd quarter outside section 214. Please share with family and friends!
In honor of SSW Week in March, MASSW is offering 2 give-away opportunities!
If you are interested in FREE tickets to the Pistons game, submit your information here by 2/21 to be entered into a raffle. The winner will be contacted by phone on 2/22.
Additionally, all MASSW members attending the game are invited to pick up a gift from MASSW. Between the 1st and 2nd quarters of the game, meet Kim Burzynski (MASSW Public Information Chair) outside section 214.
It is not too late to purchase tickets either and have a chance to participate in the Pistons High-Five Tunnel on the court before game time!
EXCLUSIVE TICKET PRICING:
LOWER-LEVEL CORNER: $85 ($105 value)
UPPER-LEVEL CENTER: $40 ($50 value)
UPPER-LEVEL END: $25 ($35 value)
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL SEATING AT: WWW.PISTONS.COM/MASSW
PROMOTIONAL CODE: PISTONS
For more information on the Pistons night, please contact Carly Vanhecke.
Email: membership@masswmi.org
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Region A News
Region A School Social Worker of the Year
It is that time of year again to bring forward your nominations for the Region A School Social Worker of the Year Award. Please follow the link below to nominate your fabulous candidate for this honor. We have so many wonderful professionals in our organization that are worth of this honor. Please take the time to nominate a fellow colleague this month.
Thank you!
Michel DeJulian LMSW, ACSW
Kenzi Bisbing, Education Manager-Oakland Mediation
Participate in an interactive workshop to learn strategies to facilitate IEP meetings with ease and expertise. Learn to manage conflict prior, during and following the IEP process.
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Region F News
Kelly Dunlap, Psy.S., Autism Education & Intervention Specialist
Participate in a workshop on high-quality team evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Region M News
Presentation by Wisam Brikho
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March 5-11 is School Social Worker Week!
Help us celebrate SSW Week and educate others about School Social Work!
This year, MASSW will be hosting another social media campaign and we need your participation.
SSWAA decribes School Social Workers as "trained mental health professionals who can assist with mental health concerns, behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, academic and classroom support, consultation with teachers, parents and administrators as well as provide individual and group counseling/therapy."
What is YOUR definition of a school social worker?
Using a provided template, write down your definition of a school social worker and share it online with the hashtag #MASSW17
Templates and more information coming soon!
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2017 State Conference News
Calling All Presenters!
Now Accepting 2017 State Conference Proposals - Join us this Fall!
The Michigan Association of School Social Workers (MASSW) is requesting proposals from social workers and other human services professionals to present a continuing education workshop at the 2017 Annual Conference. This year's conference takes place on November 1, 2, 3 & 4, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Preference will be given to proposals that feature best practices, social work ethics, and pain management; however, all programs which are of interest to school social workers are appropriate.
2017 MASSW State Conference - Mark Your Calenders!
MASSW Annual Conference:
November 1, 2, 3 & 4, 2017
at the Lansing Center
Lansing, MI
More information coming soon.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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