Ashlie Hart.

Learn more about school social work at Adams Middle School. 

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelor's and Master's degree from The University of Texas at Arlington with over 10 years of varied experience working with children and families in a variety of settings providing both long term and brief interventions and counseling. Most recently I was employed with Dallas ISD Psychological & Social Services. I believe that change happens when people are given the insight they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling happy lives. I strive daily to help students make that change. In my free time, I love traveling, spending time with my husband and family, serving at church, and giving back through various service projects in my community. Helping students is my passion and helping the students of Dubiski is an honor. I’m happy to join the team! 

Learn more about school social work at Dubiski Career High School.

Ruth Amaro LBSW-IPR
975-522-4435
2341 S. Belt Line Rd 

Hi, my name is Ruth Amaro, I earned my Social Work degree at UT Arlington, I am licensed by the state of Texas as LBSW-IPR and hold a master’s degree from the University of Phoenix.

As a school social worker, I have dedicated my educational career and focus on working with children and their families in their home, school, and the community in the hope to help address a variety of family issues.  I am a dedicated professional with strong social work ethics, skills, and experience that are vital when providing support to families.  I take pride in assisting individuals to feel fulfilled and pursue their greatest potential and succeed.  I feel privileged to be a part of GPISD, as the assigned Social Worker at the Family Service Center.

Ms. Brandy Gifford, LMSW

Mrs. Gifford was raised in Nashville, TN.  She is an Army wife and has had the opportunity to live in multiple states over the years such as South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Having a passion for helping others, she pursued her education in social sciences. She received her associate's degree in paralegal studies from Virginia Western Community College. Her family was eventually relocated to Fort Hood, TX, where she attended the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor (UMHB). She graduated Magna Cum Laude from UMHB, earning a Bachelor of Social Work degree. She attended California University of Pennsylvania while living outside the Pittsburgh area, graduating at the top of her class with Presidential Honors and earning her master’s degree in social work.

Mrs. Gifford has experience providing case management services, behavioral interventions, and counseling to both adults and children. She interned with Belton ISD’s homeless liaison, providing case management, supportive guidance, and drop out prevention to homeless youth in the district. She worked as a Therapeutic Support Specialist for Family Behavioral Resources (FBR), providing in-home behavior interventions for children diagnosed with mental health and behavior disorders. Mrs. Gifford worked at Communities In Schools Greater Tarrant County providing case management and supportive guidance to at-risk-youth in Crowley ISD. She is excited to be at GPFAA and looks forward to providing students with the tools and support they need to grow and be successful.

Learn more about school social work at Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy. 

Gwendolyn Sanders is the School Social Worker at Grand Prairie High School. Mrs. Sanders earned both her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from Texas Christian University. Her focus of the study was working with families and adolescents, with an emphasis on mental health. Mrs. Sanders always had a passion for helping others, before she became a Social Worker, she was a medivac dispatcher for the United States Army. She has spent much of her free time volunteering with different organizations, including running a free hot meals program and training service dogs. Mrs. Sanders started her social work career by working as a family, individual and group therapist for both adolescents and adults at a mental and behavioral health hospital. Mrs. Sanders understands how important it is for students to have caring adults in their lives. She has a passion to care for her students the same way teachers and counselors did for her.

Learn more about school social work at Grand Prairie High School.

My name is Adrian Franklin, and I am the Social Worker at Jackson Middle School.  Before coming to Jackson, I worked as a medical social worker for 12 years.  I also have experience in mental health, crisis intervention, and providing resources and referrals.  I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and my Master of Social Work from Texas A&M University-Commerce.  I became a social worker because I have a passion to help others in any way I can.  I became a school social worker because I have the desire to help students eliminate social and emotional barriers so they can reach their highest potential in the classroom.

When I am away from the school, I enjoy spending time with my family, including my two dogs; a Pug named Ruby and an English Bulldog named Teddy.  I also enjoy watching and playing sports.  Lastly, I like trying out new foods and restaurants. 

I look forward to serving the students and families here at Jackson.  Please feel free to contact me if you have any question or concerns.

Best Wishes,

Adrian Franklin, LMSW

Liz Hummert.

Claudia Swanson.

Learn more about school social work at South Grand Prairie High School.

Hello, I am Ms. Barrett your school social worker. I am happy to start another great year at Harry S Truman Middle School. This is my 5th year with Grand Prairie ISD and my 12^th year as a social worker. I am excited to use my knowledge and experience to help your students be as successful as possible. My approach is to use a strengths perspective and be solution-focused. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work Degree from Tarleton State University and my Master of Social Work Degree from Baylor University. I began my career in the field of child welfare. Following this, I worked with those experiencing homelessness and disabilities.  Prior to beginning my work in the district, I worked as a children's therapist. Both of my internships took place in schools and my ultimate goal has been to work with students where they spend the majority of their day. Let me know what I can do for you. 

Learn more about school social work at Truman Middle School.

Laura Ramirez.

Learn more about school social work at Young Men's Leadership Academy.