Shawnee Heights USD 450
Jaime H. is a skilled School Social Worker with extensive experience in educational settings, currently serving at Shawnee Heights Middle School since 2018, focusing on the needs of both special education and general education students in grades 7-8. Prior to this role, Jaime worked as a School Social Worker for special education students in grades K-8 across multiple schools and completed an internship providing social work services to students with Individual Education Plans. Additional experience includes customer service and sales at Cost Plus World Market, previous internships in social work and non-profit management, and administrative support at Wiesner & Frackowiak, LC. Jaime holds a Master of Social Work from The University of Kansas, an Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate from Pittsburg State University, and a Bachelor of Social Welfare from The University of Kansas.
Shawnee Heights USD 450
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Shawnee Heights is the center of learning for approximately 3,500 student in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Four elementary schools, a 7/8 middle school and a 9-12 high school comprise the attendance centers of the district. Over 55% of the faculty in the district hold a Masters Degree or beyond. The district is noted for its dedication to students, staff and community. Its focus is for providing a comprehensive program of instruction to meet the varied needs of all students and high standards for student performance and behavior. School transportation is available for all students regardless of the distance from school as are many other services. Shawnee Heights School District is a suburban school district located in southeastern Shawnee County. Shawnee Heights combines the benefits of a rural community with proximity to the technology and cultural opportunities of Kansas City, just 50 miles to the east. We are located about half way between Topeka and Lawrence. Shawnee Heights lies in an area of great rural beauty and close to the heart of the Kansas capital in Topeka. Opportunities for recreation abound from fishing and boating at nearby Clinton Lake, as well as water skiing and golfing at Lake Shawnee. Nearby colleges, Washburn University (in Topeka), Kansas State University, Manhattan (located about 62 miles to the west), University of Kansas, Lawrence (located approximately 16 miles to the east), and Emporia State University (50 miles south) offer cultural and educational opportunities. Business areas offer convenient services and light industry provides local employment. At the center of the community is Shawnee Heights School District.