Social Worker Info Poster
Fostoria City Schools
District School Social Worker
Supporting Students, Families, and School Staff
The District School Social Worker supports students, families, and staff by addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Serving as a connection between home, school, and the community, the social worker helps remove barriers and connects families with resources that support student success.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Student Support
Provides individual and group support, crisis intervention, social skills instruction, and assistance with mental health, behavioral, and adjustment concerns.
Family Support
Works with families to address barriers to learning, strengthen connections, and access community resources.
School Collaboration
Partners with teachers, administrators, and staff to develop strategies that support students and promote a positive school environment.
Community Outreach & Advocacy
Connects students and families with local services and advocates for their educational and personal well-being.
Additional District Roles
McKinney-Vento Liaison
Supports students experiencing homelessness by helping maintain enrollment, educational stability, and access to needed services.
Foster Care Liaison
Helps students in foster care maintain school stability and connect with resources.
Handle With Care Liaison
Coordinates with first responders and school staff to provide trauma-informed support following crises or traumatic events.
Caring Closet Coordinator
Manages the district-wide Caring Closet, in partnership with Imagine for Youth, providing clothing, hygiene items, school supplies, and other basic needs.
Programs & Community Support
Assists with mentoring, student groups, wellness and prevention efforts, basic-needs programs, and connections to community resources.
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The District School Social Worker advocates for every student by providing support, resources, and stability to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while promoting a safe and supportive school environment.
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Social Worker Contact Information
Tonya Hinke
District School Social Worker
thinke@fostoriaschools.org
419-435-8163 ext 1004
