The School Social Work Journal was started in 1970 by which organization?

• A. American Public Health Association
• B. Illinois Association of School Social Workers
• C. National Association of Social Workers
• D. American School Counselor Association

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is who launched a dedicated outlet for school social work scholarship and practice. The School Social Work Journal began in 1970 as a publication created by the Illinois Association of School Social Workers. This reflects how a state-level professional group identified the need for a focused venue to share research, case studies, and practice insights specific to school-based social work.

Understanding the origin helps explain why this journal is tied to a state association: it was started to address the unique concerns and developments of school social work within that state, providing a platform for practitioners to contribute to the field's growth. The other organizations listed are national or focused on broader fields (public health, general social work, or counseling) and did not initiate this particular journal.