Mission:

The CCSD School Social Work Department partners with schools, families, and the community to remove barriers to learning. We support students’ social, emotional, and physical well-being so they can succeed academically and thrive.

Vision:

We strive to empower students and families with the skills, resources, and support needed to grow into healthy, resilient, and productive individuals at every stage of life.

What We Do

School Social Workers help bridge school, home, and community. Services may include:

•    ✔ Supporting student attendance and reducing truancy

•    ✔ Connecting families to food, housing, and healthcare resources

•    ✔ Crisis response and family support

•    ✔ Social-emotional support and problem-solving skills

•    ✔ Collaboration with school staff and community agencies

•    ✔ Advocacy for students and families

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Who We Serve

We work with:

•    Students (K–12)

•    Families and caregivers

•    School staff

•    Community partners

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📞 Contact Us

Ana Pereira Murphy

Assistant Director, Student Support (Social Work Administrator)

📍 514 Glover Street, Marietta, GA 30060

📞 678-581-6811

Marla McKissack

School Social Work Secretary

📍 514 Glover Street, Marietta, GA 30060

📞 678-581-6811

Informational Videos:

FAQs

• What is a School Social Worker?

  A School Social Worker is a trained professional who supports students’ emotional well-being, connects families to resources, and helps remove barriers that may interfere with learning.

• Why does a school need a School Social Worker?

  Students sometimes face challenges outside the classroom that impact their ability to learn. School Social Workers help address these challenges so students can focus on school and succeed.

• How are students referred for services?

  Students may be referred by teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, or through attendance teams. Services are based on identified needs and school-based problem-solving processes.

• How does a School Social Worker differ from a Department of Family and Children’s Services Social Worker (DFCS)?

  •    School Social Workers focus on supporting student success in school and helping families access resources.

  •    DFCS investigates cases involving child safety, abuse, or neglect.

  We often collaborate when appropriate to ensure student safety and support.

  
  

• How is a School Social Worker help with attendnace (truancy)?

  We work with families to:

  •    Identify barriers to attendance

  •    Connect to resources (transportation, housing, healthcare)

  •    Develop attendance improvement plans

  •    Support students and families before legal action is considered

  
  

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  • Where can I find help for my family?

    We can connect you to a wide range of community resources including:

    •    Food assistance

    •    Housing support

    •    Mental health services

    •    Utility assistance

    •    Parenting support

    📞 Contact us directly — we’re here to help

    Cobb County School Social Work Family Resources

    
    

    Helpful Resources

    •    Find Help Georgia

    •    Families in Need Resources 

    •    Cobb Mentoring Matters
    •    Cobb School Counselors Virtual Calming Center - Virtual Calming Center

  • Cobb Special Education Parent Mentors – Support for families of students with disabilities