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Derry Township School District

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Specific Services

The school psychologists provide the following services.


Consultation & Collaboration

  • Partner with teachers, families, and administrators to solve learning and behavior challenges.
  • Provide guidance on child development and its impact on learning and behavior.
  • Strengthen school-family-community partnerships to support student success.
  • Support transition planning for students moving to secondary school or beyond.

Evaluation & Assessment

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations for special education and gifted services.
  • Assess academic skills, learning readiness, and response to interventions.
  • Evaluate social-emotional functioning, mental health, and learning environments.

Intervention & Mental Health Support

  • Deliver short-term counseling and skills training (e.g., social skills, anger management).
  • Collaborate with students and families to address adjustment, learning, and behavioral concerns.
  • Assist in crisis response and recovery within the school community.

Prevention & Wellness

  • Develop proactive programs to reduce risk factors and promote positive behavior.
  • Foster safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive school environments.
  • Build partnerships with families and community agencies to enhance well-being.

Research & Systems Planning

  • Use data and evidence-based practices to guide academic and behavioral interventions.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend strategies for continuous improvement.