Two school psychologists, Sheeba and Laura, discuss personal growth, academic and behavioral interventions in schools, and the importance of understanding RTI and MTSS. They emphasize the fluid process of intervention and the need for progress monitoring. The conversation provides insights into the support provided to students and the role of parents in the intervention process.

Takeaways

• Personal growth and reflection are essential for educators and parents.
• Understanding RTI and MTSS is crucial for effective academic intervention.
• Behavioral intervention in schools requires a structured and teaching-based approach.

Chapters

• 00:00 Growing Forward: Personal Growth and Reflection
• 34:04 Behavioral Intervention in School
• 42:05 Takeaways and Conclusion

Sheeba Abraham and Laura Tracey, school psychologists, discuss the importance of tutoring for children who need extra help. They cover the benefits of tutoring, signs that tutoring isn't enough, where tutoring can happen, and realistic expectations of tutoring. The conversation emphasizes the role of tutoring in providing extra practice, reinforcement, and confidence-building for children.

Takeaways

• Tutoring provides extra practice, reinforcement, and confidence-building for children.
• Signs that tutoring isn't enough include minimal to no progress, concerns from the classroom teacher, and the need for additional support in school.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Benefits of Tutoring for Children
• 17:59 Where Tutoring Can Happen: Resources and Options
• 25:13 Realistic Expectations of Tutoring

The conversation delves into the importance of mindset, the distinction between fixed and growth mindsets, the power of belief and effort, the impact of instant gratification, the role of accountability and resilience, reframing self-talk, persistence, and strategies for building resilience through gratitude and reflection. Modeling behavior and practicing gratitude emerge as key takeaways from the discussion.

Takeaways

• Mindset is crucial
• Modeling behavior is important

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Mindset
• 10:27 The Power of Belief and Effort
• 16:34 Accountability and Resilience
• 25:57 Persistence and Overcoming Setbacks
• 31:24 Practicing Gratitude and Reflection

The first episode of Growing Forward with the Salty Psychs features a face-to-face conversation between Laura Tracey and Sheeba Abraham, the Salty Psychs and provides an overview of the role of school psychologists, emphasizing assessment, early intervention, collaboration, crisis response, and community engagement. It highlights the importance of empowering parents and families through education and advocacy, with the Growing Forward Collective.

Takeaways

• School Psychologists: The Role and Responsibilities
• Early Intervention and Support for Children
• Empowering Parents through Education and Advocacy

Laura Tracey shares her journey from discovering school psychology to founding the Growing Forward Collective podcast. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to child wellbeing and the impact of personal experiences on her professional journey.

Takeaways

• Holistic approach to child wellbeing
• Personal experiences shape professional journey

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 05:19 Personal and Professional Journey