Boise School District Social Worker

Becky Woodland, LMSW

I am so excited to be working as a social worker and Community Resource Worker for such amazing schools! Having the opportunity to work so closely with students and families has been a rewarding and exciting experience. I am part of a wonderful team of people dedicated to helping students achieve academic success!

Schools:

• Borah High School - (208) 854-4370
• Hillcrest Elementary - (208) 854-5080
• Whitney Elementary - (208) 854-6580

Practice areas:

• Small groups: At Borah High School, I facilitate multiple support groups a school year for high school students who wish to participate. Support groups are a great way to offer extra emotional support in the areas of social skills, relationships, boundaries, peer pressure, etc.The groups are open to any student who wishes to participate on a voluntary basis and run for eight weeks.
• Individual work with students: At Borah High School, I meet with students on an individual basis in order to offer support, resources, and problem solving. I receive referrals from students themselves, parents, teachers, coaches, community members, and counselors and am able to provide the extra time and attention some students need.
• Parent/staff consultation: I am always available to problem solve, offer resources and support, or consultation to parents and staff alike. I can be reached easily by cell phone and usually can facilitate a meeting via telephone or in person quickly and efficiently!
• Other: At Whitney Elementary, I am very lucky to be able to provide a small clothing, coat, shoe, and food exchange for our families. Families in need can access these necessities all year long.Most of the clothes and food come from donations from the community and from the generous donations of Lakewood Montessori. At Borah High School, I am co-advisor to the Link Program.This is an orientation program for our incoming sophomores and provides mentoring and ongoing support for our new students! Also at Borah, I am actively involved with the Gay Straight Alliance club and their activism and peer support.

Educational background and experience: Bachelor of Sociology, minor in Spanish from California Lutheran University 2003, Master of Social Work at Boise State University 2005.

I enjoy the outdoors and hike every weekend with my dog, Zoey! I have a two year old daughter who is the Princess of the house and a very supportive husband. I was born and raised in Boise and love the foothills, people, and community! I love coaching basketball and track at Whitney Elementary...the kids keep me in shape and laughing all season long!

To email the Social Worker please use the following convention:
firstname.lastname@boiseschools.org

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