Educational Psychologists (Ed. Psych.) work with individual students to measure their abilities in several developmental areas. The specific assessments used will vary depening on the needs of the student.
Some of the areas that may be covered in the assessments include: cognitive ability or thinking and reasoning skills (also known as IQ), and academic skills, such as reading, writing and mathematics.
A student’s behaviour may also be assessed, which includes observing the student in the classroom and having teachers and parents/guardians fill out behavioural checklists. This information is used to better understand the student’s overall strengths and needs.
Consultation:
Recommendations are developed from the results of the assessments and discussed with the student’s teachers and parents/guardians.
If needed, the Ed. Psych. can assist families in connecting with other agencies and professionals.
Educational Psychologist Team
Emma Cey Danielle Williamson
South Office Turtleford Office