My name is Peter Gawienowski, and I am a school social worker at Bryn Mawr Community School. I work primarily with grades 3-5 and our Federal Setting 3 classroom. The students know me as "Mister G." I have been a social worker for Minneapolis Public Schools since 1995, and have been at Bryn Mawr since 2019. Prior to working in the schools, I worked in the fields of homelessness and mental health. I graduated from the University of Massachusetts in 1988, and the University of Pennsylvania in 1995 with a Masters in Social Work.
At Bryn Mawr, I work with students and their families, our staff, and the community. I support students with special education needs and connect with many of our students throughout the school day. I support families who are homeless and experiencing a variety of other stressors. I consult with staff regarding their concerns for students and families, and provide mediation support between students as needed. I serve as a member of our school site emergency team, and support volunteers and family involvement throughout the school.
If you'd like to contact me, please feel free to call 612-668-2492 or email me at: peter.gawienowski@mpls.k12.mn.us
Mr. Peter Gawienowski, LISW