Social work service in a school setting is considered a related service. It is provided to address the needs of children whose social/emotional development impacts their ability to succeed academically within the school setting and develop appropriate adult/peer relationships. The social worker works collaboratively with the child’s educational team toward developing greater insight into the social/emotional functioning of the students and towards the development of new techniques to assist the student.
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Currently 2.4 million students are diagnosed with LD and receive special education services in our schools, representing 41% of students with disabilities. - National Center for Learning Disabilities