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School Psychologists
Academic achievement, mental health, and school climate are major concerns associated with the education of children and youth. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, less than 40% of children in Grades 4, 8, and 12 scored at or above proficient in reading during either the 2011 or 2013 assessments. In mathematics, 40% and 42% of fourth graders scored at or above proficient in 2011 and 2013, respectively, with less than 40% achieving that level of performance in either eighth or twelfth grade. In addition to appropriate instruction, a review of literature conducted in 2014 by the Center for Health and Healthcare in Schools found that addressing the behavioral and mental health of students also has a positive impact on achievement, behavior, and school ...
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