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			Background Hello, my name is Patrick Russell and I am the school psychologist for Talahi Community School. This is my first year of serving Talahi as the full-time school psychologist, and my eighth year in the district. Prior to coming to ISD 742 I served as the school psychologist for the Litchfield School District, as well as Dassel Elementary. I have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Behavioral Science which I earned from North Central University (Minneapolis) in 1984; and an Education Specialist's degree in School Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls (my Master's degree in School Psychology is also from UWRF which I earned in 1989, with my EdS degree coming in 2000). I have four children: Claire, 20 years; Joseph, 17 years; Samuel, 6 years; and Liam, 4 years. My wife Kimberly and I currently live at home in Litchfield, MN. What Is A School Psychologist? School psychologists help children and youth succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. They team with educators, parents, and other mental health professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students that strengthen connections between home and school. School psychologists must have training in both psychology and education. Their broad range of skills enables them to engage in: • Consultation with school personnel and families about students’ learning, behavior, and learning environments • Assessment of academic skills and aptitudes, social/emotional development, mental health, and eligibility for special services • Individual, group, and organizational interventions, including counseling • Research and evaluation to help identify and develop effective programs and strategies • Workshops and presentations to teachers and parents to help them better understand and support students’ learning, development, and mental health.
						My Links BBB Autism Online Support Network LD Online KidsPsych MedlinePlus Answers.com Intervention Central Families with Children from China Hours I am at Talahi Community School Monday through Friday. I am located in the main office area and my office number is 207D. If you need to reach me my number is 320.251.7551, extention 5005.
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