Buncombe County Schools (BCS) employs thousands of extraordinary staff across the district. BCS takes pride in recruiting the best in order to inspire, educate, encourage, and elevate students on a daily basis. As a way to honor the hard work and dedication that staff pour into our school community, we are recognizing those who go above and beyond to make BCS the best. This BCS Staff Spotlight is in honor of National School Social Worker Week, and highlights the important work done by social worker Ami Greene.
Ms. Greene serves Barnardsville Elementary, North Windy Ridge Intermediate, and North Buncombe Middle School. She has had the opportunity to watch students grow through their educational journey in the North Buncombe District. For her this career is rewarding as she knows she is making a difference.
“Social work is an important role in our schools, because we assist students with concerns that are impacting their academic success,” she explained. “We work as a team with the school counselors to provide mental health support in the day to day and other situations that arise. I know I have successfully completed my job when I help students and families find solutions.”
Across three different schools, Ms. Greene pours her heart into those she helps on a daily basis. Her love is far bigger than being a social worker.
“Being a school social worker keeps me on my toes, and I learn something new most days,” she said. “Although there are some days that are really hard, I still feel so fortunate to have this opportunity. Those hard days get a little sweeter when a student runs up to give me a hug. I truly love the students I serve.”
Principal of Barnardsville Elementary, Holly Houchard said that Ms. Greene is devoted to making a difference in the North Buncombe area.
“Ms. Greene is superwoman,” she said. “She amazingly juggles three schools, and does that in a way that gives equal importance to all three schools. Ms. Greene advocates for each child and is passionate about all kids having a fair chance at being successful.”
Buncombe County Schools is fortunate to have a wonderful team of social workers advocating daily for the well being of all children. Thank you to all of our dedicated social workers for everything you do.