What we do.
Advocacy
We advocate for the development and effective delivery of school social work services in the state of Ohio.
Build Relationships
We advocate for the development and effective delivery of school social work services in the state of Ohio.
Professional Development
We facilitate the education and professional growth of school social workers.
Support Legislation
We study, recommend, and support legislation pertinent to the needs of students, families, and the profession of school social work
Why we do it.
School Social Workers are the vital link between the home, school and community. Our services to students, families and school personnel promote and support students’ academic, social, emotional and behavioral success. We strive to protect and strengthen this work through advocacy, building relationships, and offering high-quality professional developmentment.
Recent News
SSWAA Delegate Assembly
Representing Ohio at the School Social Work Association of America Delegate Assembly President Rachel Meffe is in the back left among delegates from a total of 26 states across the...
read moreNASW Legislative Update
Legislative Activities The U.S. Senate introduced their Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017 to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. NASW issued an Action Alert about the bill. NASW June 2017 Legislative...
read more
Action Alert: Health Care
Hello friends: We have an update. Current best understanding is that: 1) the bill went to CBO on Friday (6/16) although additional details will be hashed out this week, 2) the bill outline has been shared, a section by section will be shared tomorrow, and then text...
read moreUpcoming Events
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
|
09/23/2017 10:00am-4:00pm |
Q1 Board Meeting
Columbus Library- Parsons Branch, Colmbus OH |
|
10/12/2017-10/13/2017 All Day |
Midwest Conference
Wyndham Cleveland, Cleveland OH |
|
01/27/2018 10:00am-4:00pm |
Q2 Board Meeting |
|
03/15/2018 5:00pm-9:00pm |
Q3 Board Meeting
Hyatt Regency Columbus, Columbus OH |
|
06/14/2018-06/15/2018 12:00am |
Annual Board Retreat |
From Facebook
Representing Ohio at the SSWAA Delegate Assembly! Connecting with our Midwest friends!!
Invest in Your Career. Join OSSWA!
Membership in OSSWA keeps you informed, effective, and connected.