Field is over!
Well, my first year field placement at the elementary school has finally ended, and boy it was a roller coaster of a time. My field instructor's old DSS buddy called school social work, "the champagne of social work." Here's why:
--You have a manageable caseload.
--You get holidays and summers off :)
--Your days are short.
--You're typically not on call.
--You get to work with individuals and families.
--If you have school-aged children, you are on the same schedule as them.
My most favorite part was the pre-K class (pictured above). They were so loving and excited (most of the time) to be in school. Even when they where snotty-nosed and angry, they could still bring a smile to my face. I will miss hanging out with them the most!
Farewell elementary school--hello.....??????


Comments
This blog was refreshing because I am an incoming SSW grad student and I am in the process of getting my Field Placement together. I will be in the Public School System, so I could relate to this blog. It was relieving to read and see that you enjoyed yourself. I specifically liked the "weekends and summers off" :). Ive worked with school aged children before, now I work with juvenile offenders, so going back to the public schools will be a relief for me. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Tierra Parsons | June 5, 2007 9:37 AM