School Social Work Association of Nebraska

10/25/2026

10/12/2026

💚 What a great day! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 SSWAN–Midwest Council Conference!
A special shoutout to our amazing presenters, Whitney Anderson and Paige Tuttle, for sharing their knowledge and expertise. A big thank you to all the states who traveled to Omaha to be part of this event!
We’re so grateful for this incredible school social work community. 🌟🍂

10/10/2026

Happy World Mental Health Day! 💚

Happy World Mental Health Day! The theme of the 2026 commemoration is "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change," and that sentiment is at the core of our work at Mourning Hope. Finding people who truly understand what you're experiencing can make all the difference, and every day we work to be a place where those connections are created for people who are grieving.

Today and every day, remember to be kind to yourself and give yourself grace. You deserve connection and support, and we're here when you need us. 💜

10/09/2026

Yesterday Nebraska hosted our Midwest Council followed by a recognition event! Looking forward to seeing social workers from around our state and having Midwest members join us for our conference today!

Yesterday, we had a GREAT day of connection and collaboration at our Fall Meeting in Nebraska! From celebrating successes to sharing challenges and learning from one another’s experiences and perspectives across states, we had so many meaningful conversations. We also continued our strategic planning and came together in committees to keep strengthening our work. There is so much value in coming together, sharing ideas, and learning from one another!

10/08/2026

A basketball icon. A mother's legacy. An historic investment in .
Michael Jordan's $10 million gift to the UNC School of Social Work is the largest in the school's history. “I’m proud to support the social workers who are on the ground each and every day helping people navigate challenges, find opportunities and build stronger communities,” Jordan said via AP. “I hope this gift helps make it possible for more students to pursue this important work.” The gift creates the Deloris P. Jordan Global Social Development Innovations Center and the Jordan Institute for Families. It will provide financial scholarships for Master of Social Work students.
Pictured: Dolores P. Jordan
Learn more: https://ssw.unc.edu/2026/10/deloris-p-jordan-gift/

09/30/2026

09/25/2026

🌟 SSWAN Member Spotlight: September & October 🌟
This month, we’re excited to highlight two amazing members of SSWAN! 💙
✨ Brooke Ziebell
✨ Franny Tvrdik

- Brooke:
What grade levels or role do you currently serve?
I currently work in an elementary school that serves K-5th and ACP.

What does being part of the School Social Work Association of Nebraska mean to you?
Being part of the School Social Work Association of Nebraska means being part of a community that supports, advocates for, and strengthens the role of school social workers across the state. It gives me the opportunity to connect with other professionals who understand the unique challenges and rewards of this work, share ideas and resources, and continue growing professionally.

- Franny:
What grade levels or role do you currently serve?
My current role with BPS serves grades K-12. I personally really enjoy my ability to work with all grade levels. I am primarily at a middle school and an alternative high school program, which is perfect because I prefer working with older students.

What does being part of the School Social Work Association of Nebraska mean to you?
I joined SSWAN as a practicum student in the fall of 2024. I quickly learned that being a part of SSWAN gives me a lot of opportunities to learn and connect with other social workers in other districts. I joined the board this year as I wanted to learn more about how SSWAN functions and more about the career as a whole. It means a lot to me to get to collaborate with like-minded social workers

09/21/2026

❗️ Registration deadline is THIS Friday! Save your spot today ❗️

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Join us for the 2026 SSWAN-Midwest Council Conference on October 9, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska!

More information coming SOON! We hope to see you there! 💙

09/16/2026

SSWAA’s September message ….

09/10/2026

💜 WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY | BE THE CONNECTION

Sometimes connection begins with something small.

Noticing a change.
Making time to listen.
Asking one more question.
Helping someone connect to support.
Reminding them they don't have to navigate a difficult moment alone.

On World Su***de Prevention Day, we recognize the importance of connection—and the role school social workers play every day in creating spaces where students can be heard, supported, and connected to the people and resources they need.

But su***de prevention is not the responsibility of one profession or one person. We all have a role in building communities where reaching out is encouraged, asking for help is supported, and people know they matter.

So today, and throughout National Su***de Prevention Month, we encourage our community to:

NOTICE. LISTEN. CONNECT. SUPPORT.

Check in with a student.
Check in with a colleague.
Check in with someone you love.
And remember to check in with yourself, too.

💜💙 Be the connection.

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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