The Role of an FSLW
Family School Liaison Workers (FSLW) facilitate the relationship between the home, school environment, and community organizations supporting student achievement by acting as a communication liaison and helping all students feel welcome in the school. FSLWs assess the child and family's needs and offer support, including referral to community organizations and counseling to manage challenging issues and events positively. Family School Liaison Workers play an important role in the school and provide support to other staff members to understand various topics, including trauma, equity, grief and loss, and anti-racism, through consultation and presentations.
Our Program
We are blessed to work and learn within a district that values and supports the mental well-being of our students. Here at ASAA, we have a Family School Liaison Worker who strives to deliver support for students, families, and the school as a whole by providing universal and targeted interventions that support social-emotional learning alongside academic learning. Developing social-emotional awareness allows students to enjoy and navigate the world around them.
The main ways your student may receive education about their mental wellbeing, to support their social and emotional success at school, include coordinated universal classroom presentations designed to educate the students on pro-social behaviors such as kindness, sharing and empathy. The development of these skills assists our students to improve their attitude towards learning and can assist with the development of stress management and self-regulation skills.
At times, small group opportunities will allow for the development of close connections between peers and adults. These opportunities can foster authentic discussions and skill development regarding topics such as friendship skills, self-regulation skills, decision making or self-confidence etc.
When needed, individual interventions can occur that allow students an outlet to talk or solve problems utilizing a solution-focused approach. These interventions encourage students to identify their own strengths, resources and problem-solving skills. As these resources and skills are identified, the FSLW can work alongside the students to assist them to resolve issues and create change.
The FSLW uses a collaborative approach, connecting with both the student and their family to ensure that skills that can be developed at school can also be transferable to the home. The FSLW can also connect families to appropriate community resources to provide further wrap-around services.
About our FSLW
Welcome! I’m Ms. Ellesar, the Family School Liaison Worker here at Académie Saint-André Academy.
With a blend of professional experience, continuous learning, and a deep passion for supporting others, my role focuses on building strong connections between our school and the families we serve. I’m committed to ensuring families have the tools, resources, and support they need to help their children thrive and succeed.
Outside of school, you might find me enjoying a walk with my daughter or spending time at the Recreation Centre. Being outdoors and surrounded by loved ones inspires me to give my best every day.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out by phone or email—I’m here to help make your child’s journey at Académie Saint-André Academy as enriching and successful as possible.
Helplines:
Children's Mobile Mental Health Crisis: 780-407-1000
Mental Health Distress Line: 780-482-4357
Suicide Crisis Line: 1-833-456-4566
Distress Centre: 403-266-4557
Alberta Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642
Alberta Addiction Helpline: 1-866-332-2322
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Alberta Supports and Services: 211
Healthlink AHS: 811
any other emergencies: 911