What is a school psychologist?
A school psychologist is a state certified professional trained to assist
students in the academic setting. A school psychologist is part of the special
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You may contact Mrs. Pamela Green, school psychologist, at: pgreen@montvilleschools.org
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What about testing?
A school psychologist may help with the evaluation of students. One type
of test that a school psychologist administers will yield an IQ (intelligence
quotient) score. This is helpful in determining the type of educational
services a child may need. Projective testing helps to provide insights
as to the feelings and decisions that a child may make. As with any service
provided by the school psychologist, permission from a parent or guardian
is necessary before services may begin.
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Counseling Services
Most often, a child is provided with regularly scheduled counseling
services after his or her Planning and Placement Team meeting. Goals
and objectives are completed at least annually. The school psychologist
may work with a child individually or in a small group setting. There
are times, however, when a child may need to see the school psychologist
on a more informal basis. Difficulty in school or at home, problems
interacting with peers or in other social situations may be reasons
for this type of short term service. In either case, the permission
of the parent or guardian is necessary for any on-going service provision.
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