WCPSS School Psychology
@wcpss-schoolpsy.bsky.social
We are a dedicated team of school psychologists supporting students of Wake County, North Carolina on their journey to career and college readiness.
You know we're operating at full capacity as a district when we have all our staff & interns making the magic happen.
Happy end of the first week of school! And if you're like my middle schooler who declared, "I'm like eyes closed tired," welcome to a well-timed long weekend!
Happy end of the first week of school! And if you're like my middle schooler who declared, "I'm like eyes closed tired," welcome to a well-timed long weekend!
August 29, 2025 at 6:28 PM
You know we're operating at full capacity as a district when we have all our staff & interns making the magic happen.
Happy end of the first week of school! And if you're like my middle schooler who declared, "I'm like eyes closed tired," welcome to a well-timed long weekend!
Happy end of the first week of school! And if you're like my middle schooler who declared, "I'm like eyes closed tired," welcome to a well-timed long weekend!
::Submits request to get one for the office::
August 12, 2025 at 12:27 PM
::Submits request to get one for the office::
Helpful info as we gear up for the start of the traditional school year.
www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...
www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...
‘Crying, Yelling, Shutting Down’: There’s a Surge in Kindergarten Tantrums. Why?
Educators are reporting a surge in the number of kindergartners coming to school unable to regulate their emotions. What's going on?
www.edweek.org
August 12, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Helpful info as we gear up for the start of the traditional school year.
www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...
www.edweek.org/teaching-lea...
This month we're highlighting Brooke Vongsvirates...who would be doing her own highlighting if this school psych thing didn't work out. Thank you for the many ways you support your school communities!
May 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This month we're highlighting Brooke Vongsvirates...who would be doing her own highlighting if this school psych thing didn't work out. Thank you for the many ways you support your school communities!
The Prize Patrol was on a roll yesterday as we surprised Deirdre with the news that she is this year's WCPSS School Psychologist of the Year. Congratulations, Deirdre!
May 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The Prize Patrol was on a roll yesterday as we surprised Deirdre with the news that she is this year's WCPSS School Psychologist of the Year. Congratulations, Deirdre!
From assessing students to being asked if she knew where the class pet went, Dr. Megan Bennett recognizes that there is never a dull moment in this job. We're thankful for her service, flexibility, and advocacy for students, staff, and families.
April 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
From assessing students to being asked if she knew where the class pet went, Dr. Megan Bennett recognizes that there is never a dull moment in this job. We're thankful for her service, flexibility, and advocacy for students, staff, and families.
We might be living with a hiring freeze for the rest of this school year, but we're able to hire for open school psychologist positions for next school year. Email us with questions and go to careers.wcpss.net to apply.
March 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
We might be living with a hiring freeze for the rest of this school year, but we're able to hire for open school psychologist positions for next school year. Email us with questions and go to careers.wcpss.net to apply.
If you're at #NASP2025, stop by booth 418 in the exhibitor hall and find out about school psychology in NC.
If you're in NC, stay safe and warm in the snow!
If you're in NC, stay safe and warm in the snow!
February 19, 2025 at 7:58 PM
If you're at #NASP2025, stop by booth 418 in the exhibitor hall and find out about school psychology in NC.
If you're in NC, stay safe and warm in the snow!
If you're in NC, stay safe and warm in the snow!
We're over here waiting for snow, but if you're at #NASP2025, stop by exhibitor booth 418 and say hi to Jackie! Bonus points if you ask about her cat.
February 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
We're over here waiting for snow, but if you're at #NASP2025, stop by exhibitor booth 418 and say hi to Jackie! Bonus points if you ask about her cat.
Here we are, back again.
In case you need it, NASP has resources and information for supporting our transgender (and all LGBTQ+) students: www.nasponline.org/resources-an...
In case you need it, NASP has resources and information for supporting our transgender (and all LGBTQ+) students: www.nasponline.org/resources-an...
Transgender Youth
Find resources to support transgender and gender diverse youth.
www.nasponline.org
February 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Here we are, back again.
In case you need it, NASP has resources and information for supporting our transgender (and all LGBTQ+) students: www.nasponline.org/resources-an...
In case you need it, NASP has resources and information for supporting our transgender (and all LGBTQ+) students: www.nasponline.org/resources-an...
Teamwork makes the dream work.
Our School Psychology Leadership Team was hard at work on Friday, but they stopped long enough for a group photo.
Our School Psychology Leadership Team was hard at work on Friday, but they stopped long enough for a group photo.
February 3, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Teamwork makes the dream work.
Our School Psychology Leadership Team was hard at work on Friday, but they stopped long enough for a group photo.
Our School Psychology Leadership Team was hard at work on Friday, but they stopped long enough for a group photo.
Stay warm and safe out there today!
January 23, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Stay warm and safe out there today!
There's SNOW way we would have such amazing professional learning without our PL Design Team. Not only did they work on ideas and plans, they had a lot to celebrate!
January 22, 2025 at 8:53 PM
There's SNOW way we would have such amazing professional learning without our PL Design Team. Not only did they work on ideas and plans, they had a lot to celebrate!
Movement breaks during the day support your wellness. So does play.
Stay safe and warm and have fun!
Stay safe and warm and have fun!
January 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Movement breaks during the day support your wellness. So does play.
Stay safe and warm and have fun!
Stay safe and warm and have fun!
I'm just a prairie dog, sitting here asking too much of the magic bean juice.
January 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM
I'm just a prairie dog, sitting here asking too much of the magic bean juice.
Out of Office
December 20, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Out of Office
I spent my afternoon learning about TBI things with our TBI Team...which is at least 30 psychs strong. We have a lot of smart people supporting our students. And they have good snacks.
December 17, 2024 at 7:47 PM
I spent my afternoon learning about TBI things with our TBI Team...which is at least 30 psychs strong. We have a lot of smart people supporting our students. And they have good snacks.
We also celebrated the work of Petals & Charlotte who are retiring at the end of January. We are thankful for their service and lasting impact. Enjoy the next chapter!
December 17, 2024 at 6:23 PM
We also celebrated the work of Petals & Charlotte who are retiring at the end of January. We are thankful for their service and lasting impact. Enjoy the next chapter!
We had our last staff meeting of 2024 this morning. There were updates with a couple of lumps of coal (sorry, friends) and incredible and informative breakout sessions.
Many thanks to our presenters and facilitators. Our favorite way to learn is from each other.
Many thanks to our presenters and facilitators. Our favorite way to learn is from each other.
December 17, 2024 at 6:19 PM
We had our last staff meeting of 2024 this morning. There were updates with a couple of lumps of coal (sorry, friends) and incredible and informative breakout sessions.
Many thanks to our presenters and facilitators. Our favorite way to learn is from each other.
Many thanks to our presenters and facilitators. Our favorite way to learn is from each other.
When that cold brew hits:
a cat is sitting on a couch looking at a laptop computer .
ALT: a cat is sitting on a couch looking at a laptop computer .
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December 16, 2024 at 2:26 PM
When that cold brew hits:
Santa came early and dropped off a stack of books to help us expand our knowledge and skills. Twenty-one of our psychologists have elected to read this as an independent book study. Thanks, Santa!
December 12, 2024 at 5:47 PM
Santa came early and dropped off a stack of books to help us expand our knowledge and skills. Twenty-one of our psychologists have elected to read this as an independent book study. Thanks, Santa!
One week left to nominate your favorite school psychologist for WCPSS School Psychologist of the Year. Click the link below & submit the form by 12/13.
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December 6, 2024 at 6:48 PM
One week left to nominate your favorite school psychologist for WCPSS School Psychologist of the Year. Click the link below & submit the form by 12/13.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...