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Welcome to the official website for the Journal of School Psychology Training and Pedagogy (SPTP).
Welcome to the official website for the Journal of School Psychology Training and Pedagogy (SPTP).
Formerly known as the Trainers' Forum, SPTP, is a double-masked, peer-reviewed, and indexed journal featuring original articles relevant to the preparation of school psychologists. The journal is designed for a readership of trainers who shape the field of school psychology, including graduate instructors, field supervisors, teaching assistants, and scholars.
Formerly known as the Trainers' Forum, SPTP, is a double-masked, peer-reviewed, and indexed journal featuring original articles relevant to the preparation of school psychologists. The journal is designed for a readership of trainers who shape the field of school psychology, including graduate instructors, field supervisors, teaching assistants, and scholars.
Call for Papers | General Articles
Call for Papers | General Articles
SPTP is seeking articles or special issue themes that address teaching strategies and programming with an emphasis on lessons DEIJA pedagogy, online and tech-focused approaches, and other pedagogical topics. More information can be found under Work with Us: Author Guidelines.
Announcements
Announcements
SPTP Special Issue_Training School Psychologists to Serve Rural Communities.pdfSPTP is excited to announce a call for abstracts for a upcoming special issue of School Psychology Training and Pedagogy (SPTP) titled, "Cultivating Competence: Training School Psychologists to Serve Rural Communities." This special issue will be guest edited by Drs. Amy K. McDiarmid, Amanda Hardin & Beth Doll.
Please find a description of the call here. If interested in being considered for a full submission, please send a brief abstract of no more than 300 words by June 2, 2025 to the co-editors Amy K. McDiarmid (amy.mcdiarmid@du.edu) and Amanda Hardin (amanda-hardin@utc.edu).
Invitations for full-length manuscripts will be sent out by June 16, 2025. All inquiries should be directed to the Guest Editors.
TSP 2026 | AWARD WINNER
TSP 2026 | AWARD WINNER
2026 Reviewer of the Year
Tania Thomas-Presswood, Ph.D., NCSP
Dr. Thomas-Presswood earned her Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University. A faculty member at Gallaudet University for 26 years, she has served as the School Psychology Program Director since 2011, where she is dedicated to the preparation and training of future school psychologists. Her extensive professional service includes the NASP Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Task Force, NASPPAB program reviewing, and the Maryland School for the Deaf Board of Trustees. An accomplished author and presenter at national and international levels, Dr. Thomas-Presswood brings vast experience from public school systems in New York, Texas, and Virginia. Currently, she provides consultation in the Washington, D.C. area, specializing in bilingual psychoeducational assessment. Fluent in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language, she leverages her multilingual expertise to support culturally and linguistically diverse students and families through inclusive, specialized practice.
Current Issue
Current Issue
Corcoran_&_Peterson_42(1)_2026 PREVIEW.pdfCorcoran, S., and Peterson, D.T. (2026). Using Simulation to Provide Training in Assessment Feedback and Interdisciplinary Collaboration. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 42(1), 1-12.
Caron_&_Segool_42(1)_2026 PREVIEW.pdfCaron, EB., and Segool, N. (2026). Using ChatGPT to Simulate Therapeutic Interactions and Teach Counseling Skills: A Case Study. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 42(1), 13-31.
Cook_et_al_42(1)_2026 PREVIEW.pdfCook, A.L., Kausel, J., Day, L., Sreekala, R., Ali, R., Romo, M., Fallon, L., Murphy, K., and Hall, A. (2026). Using Mixed Reality Simulation to Foster Multicultural and Social Justice Skill Development in Consultation. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 42(1), 31-43.
Chatlos_et_al_42(1)_2026 PREVIEW.pdfChatlos, S., Mussaw, S., Weissman, J.V., Woods, M.R., Bonati, M.L., Hoeh, E, and Squires, M.E. (2026). Multidisciplinary Team Training Through Video Modeling for Pre-Service School Psychology Students and Related Service Providers. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 42(1), 44-57.
Bonner_et_al_42(1)_2026 PREVIEW.pdfBonner, L.W., Sidwell, M., Wu, S., Williams, M., and Bates-Brantley, K. (2026). Creating Quality AI-Generated Reading Passages with Asynchronous Behavioral Skills Training for School Psychology Trainees. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy, 42(1), 58-68.
monthly newsletter
monthly newsletter
This month, as we honor Mental Health Month, we spotlight Navigating the dual dilemma: Addressing school psychology practitioner and university trainer shortages (Allen et al., 2025).
Download the FREE article to the right.
Allen et al 41(1) 2025.pdfMAY 2026 Newsletter.pdfPage updated
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