Our Social Workers are the link between home, school and community. Services are available at the request of a teacher, parent and/or student. An informed consent is required. Social work services are voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time.
Social workers
Our social workers are registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers. They provide support, resources and listen to your concerns.
Types of services provided
Social workers provide the following type of services:
School attendance counsellors
Our school attendance counsellors provide services and interventions aimed at improving student attendance. School attendance counsellors are a required service under the Education Act.
Types of services provided
Services provided by school attendance counsellors may include:
rRecommendations regarding school programming, alternative learning programs and/or community based services.
When is a student referred
Students are referred to school social work or attendance counselling services for help in the following areas:
Contact us
For more information, contact your child's school principal or our Student Services department by calling 905-576-6150 or 1-877-482-0722 ext. 22279.