School social workers tell committee staffing gap hampers prevention; urge targeted hires and recognition under QBE The School Social Workers Association of Georgia told the committee the state averages one social worker per 1,100 students (recommended 1:250), highlighted local initiatives that lowered absenteeism, and urged a targeted, tiered funding approach and credential recognition to grow the workforce.

Georgia's school social workers are sounding the alarm on a staffing crisis that hinders their ability to combat chronic absenteeism and support students effectively.

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Kenosha and Twin Lakes consider county partnership for embedded social worker program Kenosha and Twin Lakes explore partnership with county for sustainable social worker program.

Kenosha County is pioneering a unique initiative to embed social workers in local law enforcement, aiming to revolutionize community health and safety.

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Child Welfare Division reworks licensing structure to improve home placements The agency enhances foster home licensing efficiency and kinship family placements statewide.

Montana's foster care system is undergoing a major overhaul to streamline home licensing and boost kinship placements—find out how these changes could reshape the lives of children in need.

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School social workers demand master's pay as DPS leadership faces budget transparency backlash School social workers demand promised master's pay amid concerns over budget priorities and transparency.

Durham Public Schools is at a crossroads as passionate advocates for library funding clash with social workers demanding overdue compensation—will the board prioritize student resources or staff equity?

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