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School Psychological Services Alexandria City Public Schools. Office of Psychological Services John Baker, Ph.D. – Lead Psychologist Virginia Larsen, M.Ed.,CAGS , Psychologist, Samuel Tucker Larisha Bailey, M.Ed., Psychologist, William Ramsay - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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School Psychological Services
Alexandria City Public Schools
Office of Psychological Services John Baker, Ph.D. – Lead PsychologistVirginia Larsen, M.Ed.,CAGS, Psychologist, Samuel TuckerLarisha Bailey, M.Ed., Psychologist, William RamsayMegan Vaganek,MA., CAGS, Psychologist, Cora Kelly/TCW
Who are we?
Psychologist Assignments/Demographics
Full-time Samuel Tucker Patrick Henry John Adams William Ramsay Douglas McArthur Mount Vernon Community
School FC Hammond 1-3 Minnie Howard TC Williams
Part-time Matthew Maury James K. Polk Lyles Crouch Traditional
Academy George Washington 1 & 2 Cora Kelly Charles Barrett George Mason Jefferson Houston Child Find/Preschool TC Satellite Chance for Change
18 Psychologists Bilingual Psychologists
Doctoral Level Psychologists
Nationally Certified School Psychologists
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
3 School Psychology Interns George Mason University James Madison University William & Mary University
What do we do? School psychologists help children and
youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
We link mental health to learning and behavior to promote: High academic achievement Positive social skills and behavior Healthy relationships and connectedness Tolerance and respect for others Competence, self-esteem, and resiliency
School Psychologists Work With Students to:
Provide counseling, instruction, and mentoring for those struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral problems
Increase achievement by assessing barriers to learning and determining the best instructional strategies to improve learning
Promote wellness and resilience by reinforcing communication and social skills, problem solving, anger management, self-regulation, self-determination, and optimism
Enhance understanding and acceptance of diverse cultures and backgrounds
School Psychologists Work WithStudents and Their Families to:
Identify and address learning and behavior problems that interfere with school success
Evaluate eligibility for special education services (within a multidisciplinary team)
Support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral health
Enhance home-school collaboration Make referrals and help coordinate community
support services
School Psychologists Work with Teachers to:
Identify and resolve barriers to student learning
Design and implement student progress monitoring systems
Design and implement academic and behavioral interventions
Support effective individualized instruction Create positive classroom environments Motivate all students to engage in learning
School Psychologists Work with Administrators to:
Collect and analyze data related to school improvement, student outcomes, and accountability requirements
Implement school-wide prevention programs that help maintain positive school climates conducive to learning
Promote school policies and practices that ensure the safety of all students by reducing school violence, bullying, and harassment
Respond to crises by providing leadership, direct services, and coordination with needed community services
Design, implement, and garner support for comprehensive school mental health programming
School Psychologists Work with Community Providers to:
Coordinate the delivery of services to students and their families in and outside of school
Help students transition to and from school and community learning environments, such as resident treatment, or juvenile justice programs
The U.S. Surgeon General estimates that one in five children and
adolescents will experience a significant mental health problem during
their school years. Some problems are more serious than others, but
all children face challenges that can affect their learning and behavior.
These can include: Stress and anxiety Worries about being bullied Problems with family or friends Loneliness or rejection Disabilities Depression Thoughts of suicide or hurting others Concerns about sexuality Academic difficulties Dropping out Alcohol and substance abuse Fear of violence, terrorism and war
Mental Health Matters!
School Psychology Awareness
School Psychology Awareness Week, November 11-15, 2013
The theme, “We’re all in!Teams work.” is directed to
students, but also carries an important message to all adults.
This week, ACPS Psychologists will recognize the individual achievement of a student(s) with the “Student POWER Award” and/or acknowledge
the contributions of a school staff member with the “Possibilities in Action
Partner Award” .
Congratulations!!!The Virginia Academy of School Psychologists (VASP) selects ACPS
School Psychologist, Virginia Larsen, as 2013 School Psychologist of the
Year!
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