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HB 1 has been signed by the Governor and the
salary supplement for school social workers has been included.
The Department of Education will be sent to superintendents around
August 1, 2009. When that information is sent, NASW-LA will
also post here and send out a blast email.
NASW-LA would like to thank Patti Gates, Chair
of the School Social Work Network and all school social workers,
social workers and family and friends that worked on advocating for
the salary supplement this year. It is because of YOU that the
salary supplement will be funded this year.
Have a great summer and thank you all for
working with our children and families.
NASW-LA
supports The Louisiana Partnership
"Road Map to Economic Success in Louisiana".
Leonard Dufour Scholarship
NASW
announces the formation of a new scholarship in memory of the late
Leonard Dufour. Leonard was known for his gentle and caring
personality and his commitment to the social work profession. He was
also known for his dedication to his family including his spouse,
Bobbie and two sons, Jake and Todd who followed in their father’s
footsteps by becoming social workers. He was a graduate of LSU in
1968 and worked as a guidance counselor, pupil appraisal and at
Angola State Prison during his career.
Leonard
Dufour was a man of his word and believed in family and work ethics.
In honor of Leonard, NASW has created a scholarship committed to the
principles and values that were close to him. There will be a
minimum of $500.00 awarded yearly with the hopes that this amount
will increase as people donate to the fund. To be eligible for the
scholarship the following must apply: 1) part time or full time
student who holds a job while attending a school of social work.; 2)
Attendance at a Bachelor or Masters Social Work Program which is an
accredited school ; 3) Is not receiving any other financial
assistance for education.
If you or
someone you know would like to apply for this scholarship, please
send your information to the NASW office requesting the scholarship
along with proof of your student status and employment.
If you
would like to donate to this fund please send donations to the NASW
office marking Leonard Dufour Scholarship as your donation choice.
Social
Work Reinvestment Initiative (SWR) Survey -
Social Workers in Louisiana, Who Are They?
Thank
you for taking the SWR survey either online or at the 2008 Annual
Conference.
Click here for the results.
Click on the logo to order your NASW
apparel. If you have any questions or problems, call the
Chapter Office.
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