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My name is Shalandra "Shay" Whaley and I am the Elementary (K-5) Social Worker for the Cullman County School System.  I possess a Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Development from the University of Alabama and a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology from Alabama A & M University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Alabama as well as a  National Board Certified Counselor (NCC).  I am a former preschool teacher and mental health therapist.  I have worked in Cullman for 5 years and love this community as my own.  I work with students at all 13 K-5 schools in the county to teach them skills that will benefit them as they grow into young adults.  I conduct group and individual services to teach topics including but not limited to coping skills, social skills and bullying prevention, and self esteem/self care.  I serve as a resource for the students and families of this county to ensure that all basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter are met as well as emotional needs.  In addition, I respond to crisis situations that threaten the safety and well being of our students and families.  My goal as a school social worker is to ensure that students and families have access to resources and support that will benefit them in school and in society.