A district wants to reduce the number of students referred for special education by strengthening early intervention practices. What systems-level role should the school psychologist prioritize?

A high school principal wants to reduce chronic absenteeism. The school psychologist recommends starting with what school-wide strategy?

During a classroom observation, a psychologist notices that disciplinary actions seem harsher for students of color. What is the most appropriate systems-level response?

Following a comprehensive evaluation, a school psychologist explains to a second-grade student’s parents and teachers that executive function skills like impulse control, attention, flexibility, and organization are impacted. The psychologist also notes these skills are strongly linked to which area of the brain?

What is the recommended guideline when collecting baseline response-to-intervention (RTI) data?

All of the following are appropriate systems-level actions a school psychologist might take to support equitable access to Tier 1 instruction EXCEPT:

During a team meeting, a teacher suggests placing an English language learner (ELL) in special education due to academic struggles, despite no evaluation or culturally appropriate assessment being conducted. What should the school psychologist do?

A student from a refugee background is withdrawn and struggling socially. What is the most equitable way to support them?

In response to increased school fights, a school psychologist leads a staff workshop. Which approach best reflects evaluation of intervention fidelity?

In a suicide crisis, what should follow initial safety procedures?