School Psychologist

What do School Psychologists do?

"School Psychologists assist students to succeed academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally.  They collaborate with educators, parents and other professionals to create a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment that strength connections between home, school and the community for all students".

School Psychologists provide the following services within a school district:

• Evaluation
• Consultation
• Intervention
• Prevention
• Data Analysis and Program Evaluation

As the District School Psychologist, I service all three public schools within the Mayville School District.

• My primary role is to evaluate students to assist in providing appropriate interventions for their learning
• Work closely with the Counselors to provide assistance for students with Mental Health issues and other concerns
• Serve on the Response to Intervention/Student Success Teams at all three buildings within the district
• I am also part of the Autism team that services the entire district
• Consult with parents, teachers, and administrators about students educational progress and help develop plans to assist individual student needs
• Strive to help students be successful in their academic, social, behavioral and emotional functioning
• Individual and small group interventions focusing on behavior and social skills
• Help to provide short-term direct intervention to students in crisis situations

Helpful Links

• Child Development Information
• PBS Parents
• Parent and Student Resources from DPI
• Love and Logic: Parent Solutions for the Home
• National Association of School Psychologists
• U.S. Department of Education:  Family Engagement
• American Psychological Association