Mary Howard

Mary Howard-Scurry is a dedicated social worker, youth advocate, and educator committed to enhancing the well-being of children and families. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Michigan State University, with a minor in Human Behavior & Social Services and a Certificate in Social Work with Children, Youth, and Families. A driven, dependable, and organized professional, Mary is passionate about influencing positive change and empowering others to thrive.

Mary served as a Paraprofessional with Structured Family Interventions, where she worked alongside an Intensive Family Intervention Team to provide individual and family therapy to at-risk youth and their families. In this role, she conducted home visits, facilitated family counseling sessions, connected families to vital community resources, assisted in crisis situations, and advocated for clients while maintaining thorough clinical documentation. Her work focused on strengthening family systems, improving behavioral health outcomes, and helping youth and caregivers build sustainable skills for long-term success.

In addition to her clinical work, Mary was formerly a Chess Coach with The Knight School, where she taught strategy, sportsmanship, and character development to young students. She previously served as an enrichment teacher at a Montessori school, working with children from infancy through age five. Mary took great joy in celebrating her students’ growth— & honored her 3-, 4-, and 5-year-old chess students upon completion of 17 weeks of instruction and demonstrating excellent sportsmanship and skill development.

Her professional background also includes experience as a certified travel professional specializing in personalized itineraries, seamless logistics, and unforgettable journeys. Passionate about creating tailored travel experiences that balance luxury, authenticity, value, and that reflect each of her client’s unique interests and style. She is one who is dedicated to delivering exceptional service.

She has served as a Kinship Care Navigator and BASW Intern with the Michigan State University Kinship Care Resource Center, where she conducted family assessments, provided resource navigation, supported caregivers, and advocated for diverse families. Throughout her career, Mary has remained deeply committed to community service, education, and social-emotional development.

A proud graduate and award recipient—including Cum Laude honors and membership in the National Society of Leadership & Success—Mary continues to dedicate her career to serving youth and families. Teaching and working with young people is truly where her heart lies. Above all, Mary is a devoted wife and mother who is passionate about strengthening families and uplifting her community in every capacity she can.