School Social Work Association of America’s national conference in St. Louis, MO
Upcoming Events
Dear School Social Workers,
We hope you are enjoying your summer! SCASSW would like to remind you of our upcoming Fall Conference, taking place November 16-18 at the Embassy Suites, Kingston Plantation.
Registration is now open, and we encourage you to secure your spot early – registration deadline is October16! Conference registration will include access to engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and valuable professional development throughout the conference. A DRAFT Agenda is attached, and an updated one will be sent out as we finalize and update the information
Registration rates:
Preconference and Conference:
- $300 - Members
- $350 - New or non-members
Conference Only:
- $225 Members
- $275- New or non-members
- $125 – Retirees
The preconference will begin at 8:30 am on November 16. The conference only will start at 1:30 pm on November 16.
To register for the conference, use the following link:
SCASSW Fall 2026 Conference Registration Form Link
Please note the updated address for our Treasurer, Elaine Swain. Also be sure to give the updated W-9 form to your finance department if needed.
If you are paying online through the GoDaddy Link, you must put the name of the person registering and their school district.
For reservations to Embassy Suites:
On-Line Reservations:
Web page address/link is: SC Association of School Social Workers
To Call In to make Reservations: Dial (800) 876 - 0010
· Press Option 2 for Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Resort
· Identify as attendees of South Carolina Association of School Social Workers
Use the following SRP code: SAS
The cutoff date for reservations is October 15, 2026.
Enjoy the rest of your summer, and don’t forget to secure you hotel and register for the conference!
SCASSW Board of Directors
Sunday Supper Club
Every Sunday
Evenings in the Park
First Friday of the Month
Morning Brews & Views
Every Saturday
Friend of Social Work Award
Hand in Hand Community Ministry has been a moving force in improving the lives of students and families experiencing homelessness. Mrs. France started the program when she realized so many families were living in poverty and were not having their basic needs met. They have partnered with school districts to provide clothes, food, crockpots, mattresses, and other essentials for those experiencing homelessness and poverty in motels and throughout the community. Hand in Hand delivers necessities to families while also housing a pantry at a local church. Hand in Hand has been a tremendous asset in providing support to schools and families.
Congratulations Kimberly Fleischer
Congratulations to Kimberly Fleischer, Richland Two School Social Worker, for being awarded as the Southeastern Behavioral Health School-Clinican of the Year.