SOCIAL WORK SERVICES

Dr. Bruce Copeland,
Ph.D., LCSW, CSOTP
Coordinator
HCS McKinney-Vento Liaison
- WELCOME
- STAFF
- SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE
- FOSTER CARE
- MCKINNEY-VENTO ACT/HOMELESS EDUCATION
- HOME INSTRUCTION
- BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- VIRTUAL CALMING ROOM
- WINTER GIFT TREE
- COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE
- WORKSHOPS, TRAINING & SPEAKER BUREAU
- MENTAL WEALTH FAIR
Vision: School Social Workers will support teaching, learning and positive academic outcomes for all children in Hampton City Schools through the provision of high quality School Social Work Services.
Mission: By engaging the "Whole Child, Whole School and Whole Community", school social workers will seek to address barriers to academic success.
Click here for Meet the Staff...

Kevin Banks, Jr., LCSW
Smith Elementary
Christian Elementary
Lindsay Middle

Shakira Barner, LCSW

Calvin Cooper II, MSW
Cooper Elementary
Jones Middle
Bethel High

Shakira Dixon, MSW
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Dr. Brittny Gainey, LCSW

Caroline Gonzales, MSW
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Ocatvia Holmes, MSW
Bryan Elementary
Jackson Elementary
Patrick Elementary

Yunjeong Shin, LCSW
Asbury Elementary

Lynman Stamps, MSW
Forrest Elementary
Tarrant Middle
Hampton High

Teloria Sutton, MSW
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Savannah Whitaker, LCSW

Tammi Lindsay
Administrative Secretary II

Lawrence Holloway Jr., MA, LPC
Mental Health Specialist
Alternative Learning Center
- NASW Code of Ethic: https://www.socialworkers.org/about/ethics/code-of-ethics
- SSWAA: https://www.sswaa.org/


McKinney -Vento Electronic Application
McKinney-Vento eligibility applications will be accepted exclusively through our secure electronic portal, accessible via the QR code below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7XJFLRV

McKinney- Vento Rights
The McKinney-Vento Act ensures educational rights and protections for children and youth experiencing homelessness. Homeless children have the right to:
- Receive a free and appropriate public education
- Attend and enroll in school immediately, even without required enrollment records
- Enroll in school without a permanent address
- Remain in their school of origin, when feasible
- Attend the school last attended or the school in the area where they are temporarily living
- Receive transportation, when feasible
- Participate in extracurricular activities and special education services, if eligible
- Automatically qualify for free and reduced-price school meals
McKinney- Vento Trainings
- Community Partner Training: Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness Video: https://player.vimeo.com/video/909117399?h=31f41244c1
- Mandatory HSI Training: McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program: https://player.vimeo.com/video/879438082?h=2595f78aa4
- Coming Soon: Helping Families Navigate Homeless Education Services
- HOME INSTRUCTION HANDBOOK
- HOME SCHOOL AND NON-RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM COMPULSORY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
- RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FOR COMPULSORY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
- RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM COMPULSORY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
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Please send all Notice of Intent to Homeschool and/or student progress to homeschool@hampton.k12.va.us
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Practice Model
- Brief Solution Focus
- Cognitive Behavioral
- Social Emotional Learning
- Restorative Justice
- Practice Levels
- Micro
- Mezzo
- Macro
- Services Provided
- Anger Management
- Parenting Education
- Conflict Resolution
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Threat Assessment
- Grief
- Sociocultural Evaluation
- School Based Behavioral Health Services
- Modality
- Individual
- Group
- Family
School Social Workers serve as liaisons to outside resources and services.
• Information and Referral
• Department of Social Services
• Community Services Board
• Crisis Assistance
• Courts
The following list of agencies and programs are provided to assist in helping individuals and families locate support services. Services listed represent agencies and programs frequently requested through the school social worker. This listing is not comprehensive nor inclusive, and does not imply endorsement of services offered. Please contact your school social worker if you would like further information about available community resources.
- McKinney-Vento Education of the Homeless
- Trauma Informed Practice
- The Impact of Poverty, Oppression and Injustice on Academic Achievement
- Social Emotional Learning
- Parenting
- Restorative Justice
- School to Prison Pipeline
- Parental Rights in Special Education
- Functional Behavioral Assessment
- Behavior Intervention Planning
- Child Protective Services and Mandated Reporting
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Parent Literacy Workshop
The Mental Wealth Fair is a community event specifically designed for parents to increase awareness of the importance of mental wellness. The fair aims to provide resources, support, and information on mental health topics. It incorporates various interactive activities and wellness sessions that promote positive mental health practices for parents.
The fair will include informational booths where attendees can learn about different mental health resources available in the community, such as counseling centers, support groups, and mental health organizations. There will also be workshops and presentations conducted by mental health professionals, covering topics like stress management, and self-care for parents.
Additionally, the Mental Wealth Fair will feature experiential activities that allow parents to engage in self-reflection and exploration of their own mental well-being. This will involve guided meditation and relaxation exercises, or even physical activities aimed at promoting overall wellness.
The event provides a safe and supportive environment for parents to network, share experiences, and learn from each other. It encourages open conversations about mental health, reducing stigma, and seeking help when needed. By attending the Mental Wealth Fair, parents can gain knowledge, resources, and strategies to enhance their own mental well-being and that of their families.
Please click here for more details about HCS Mental Wealth Fair



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