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Not Your Average School Psychologist Podcast

The Center for Effective Schools
School Psychology
Evidence-Based Practices
Mental Health
Professional Development
Public Education
Low-Value Practices
Advocacy
MTSS
Special Education Law
Student Care
NASP
Student Loan Forgiveness
RTI
Multi-Tiered Systems Of Support
Public Health
Behavior Management
Crisis Response
Bullying Prevention
Early Intervention
Education Systems

This is Not Your Average School Psychologist Podcast. Hosted by psychologists with the Center for Effective Schools, our goal is to provide a resource for school psychologists to learn about evidence-based practices from a behavioral perspective, with a focus on the implementation of all aspects of the NASP practice model. We want to help school psychologists maximize their impact on the students ... more

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In today’s episode of Not Your Average School Psychologist, Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden talked about the science of math, which isn’t that much different than you may think from the science of reading. We also talked about math screening and classwide ma... more

In today’s episode of Not Your Average School Psychologist, Dr. Colleen Katzenmoyer talks to us about school psychologists serving in the role of administrator. Dr. Katezenmoyer provides recommendations for becoming an administrator coming from a non... more

On today’s episode of Not Your Average School Psychologist, Dr. Tim Runge talked about his work at the state-wide level, implementing large-scale change in educational practices across Pennsylvania. He shared his experiences implementing a state-wide... more

In today’s episode of Not Your Average School Psychologist, Dr. Tai Collins talked about the effectiveness of peer-mediated interventions in supporting students’ academic and behavioral success. He also offered recommendations for adapting interventi... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda VanDerHeyden
Policy advisor and researcher focusing on learning outcomes; developer of SpringMath and MTSS-related models
Independent researcher; SpringMath creator
Episode: The Science of Math with Dr. VanDerHeyden
Colleen Katzenmoyer
Vice President of Education Services at Devereux; former school psychologist and administrator
Devereux
Episode: School Psychologists in Administrator Roles with Dr. Katzenmoyer
Timothy Runge
Educational Consultant with PaTTAN, co-lead of MTSS initiative in PA
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN)
Episode: Large-Scale Systems Level Change with Dr. Runge
Tai Collins
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the Graduate College at the University of Cincinnati; professor in the School Psychology Program
University of Cincinnati
Episode: Peer-Mediated Interventions as Effective Strategies to Empower Black Youth with Dr. Collins
Sandy Chafouleas
Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in School Psychology, University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
Episode: Teaching Emotion Coping Strategies with Dr. Chafouleas
Jen Wilger
Co-founder and executive director of the Temple Grandin School
Temple Grandin School, Boulder, Colorado
Episode: Supporting Neurodivergent Students from a Multidisciplinary Approach
Mary Kay Braccio
Transitions director, school psychologist with extensive background in NASP practice
Temple Grandin School
Episode: Supporting Neurodivergent Students from a Multidisciplinary Approach
Shawna Rader Kelly
NASP president for 2025-2026, school psychologist with extensive experience
Bozeman Public Schools
Episode: We Are More Than “Just” School Psychologists with Ms. Rader Kelly
Dr. Robin Hojnoski
Professor and acting dean for the College of Education at Lehigh University, with a focus on early identification and intervention in school psychology.
Lehigh University
Episode: School Psychologists' Role in Early Education with Dr. Hojnoski

Hosts

Laura Rutherford
Co-host and Center for Effective Schools leader with a focus on MTSS, family partnerships, and school psychology practice.
Rachel Eisenberg
Host with a strong focus on NASP practice model, MTSS, and evidence-based practices.
Bridgette Heyer
Co-host and Associate Professor contributing administrative and leadership perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Stellar podcast!

    Such a terrific podcast to inform, advocate for, and advance the field of school psychology. The guests are trailblazers in their respective areas of expertise. Meanwhile, the hosts are innovative, witty, and smart in their own right. A must-listen for any school psychologist or district administrator. I wish Apple allowed for more stars.

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Hosts are innovative, witty, and smart in their field.
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The Science of Math with Dr. VanDerHeyden
Q: What should districts focus on when implementing math MTSS?
Focus on mastering 145 essential math skills from K-8, use layered mastery measures for screening and progress monitoring, and ensure data-driven decision rules that trigger appropriate instructional changes and interventions.
The Science of Math with Dr. VanDerHeyden
Q: How does SpringMath fit into MTSS and screening in math?
SpringMath provides a comprehensive, multi-tiered system that integrates screening, progress monitoring, class-wide interventions, and diagnostic follow-up, with real-time data dashboards for coaches and teachers to tighten implementation and improve outcomes.
The Science of Math with Dr. VanDerHeyden
Q: What motivates Amanda to pursue math as a discipline within school psychology?
Her curiosity and the belief that math, like reading, is a learnable science grounded in evidence-based instructional design, which led her to develop targeted approaches like SpringMath and to pursue MTSS-driven interventions.
School Psychologists in Administrator Roles with Dr. Katzenmoyer
Q: How are you breaking beyond barriers in the field of school psychology?
She describes a blended identity as a school psychologist and administrator, emphasizing continued clinical connection, leadership on teams, and a comfort with uncomfortable conversations as foundational for leadership.
School Psychologists' Role in Early Education with Dr. Hojnoski
Q: How do you think school psychologist practitioners can use the problem-solving model in their efforts to expand their role to better meet the domains of the NAS practice model?
Dr. Hojnoski suggested looking at the domains with an early childhood lens and thinking about how their skills as school psychologists can be applied in early childhood settings to expand their roles.

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The show centers on evidence-based practices in school psychology, with a strong emphasis on implementing NASP practice model components, MTSS, PBIS, reading and literacy science, and data-driven decision making in K-12 settings. Across episodes, guests share practical strategies for districts, schools, and practitioners, highlighting systemic change, collaboration with families, and innovative approaches to SEL, neurodiversity, and instructional design. The format typically features experienced school psychologists, educators, and researchers discussing scalable implementations, real-world district examples, and leadership roles within educational systems. A standout trait is the blend of rigorous, research-informed guidance with relatable... more

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