The goal of every FCPS school social worker is to make sure every student can succeed. They assess and address social, emotional, and behavioral factors that may stand in the way of students learning and doing their best. 

Helping Students Feel They Belong at School

Lyzbeth Monard, a social worker at Bailey’s Upper Elementary School, is leading a successful Belonging Project at her school. 

The Belonging Project and Lyzbeth’s work at Bailey’s Upper are making a difference in attendance rates. The school reports one of the lowest chronic absenteeism rates in its region, and some at the school credit Lyzbeth’s work with the Belonging Project and making home visits to families to talk about attendance issues. 

Lyzbeth’s colleagues are also inspired by her belief in advocating for the needs of every student. She believes that if a student’s basic needs are not met, how can they be ready to learn? Similarly, she supports staff to create a safe, positive, and caring school environment that promotes student learning and well-being.

Learn more about school social workers.