Mary Katherine Stiles

School Psychologist

Cumberland County Schools

08.2012 - Current

School Psychologist of the Year for Cumberland County Schools 2024-2025
Served on the Climate, Community and Culture Committee within the Psychological Services Department, collaborating with team members to plan and organize events aimed at fostering a positive and inclusive departmental environment.
Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students' unique learning needs.
Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
Developed and implemented an afterschool mentorship program ("The Pink Ladybugs") for 3rd through 5th grade girls.
Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify students' needs, facilitating tailored support plans.
Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Optimized Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) by incorporating psychological insights, leading to more effective learning strategies.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students with complex needs.
Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by assessing potential accommodations or modifications required for diverse learners within the general education curriculum.
Enhanced student emotional well-being by conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
Provided professional development opportunities for staff members on topics related to mental health awareness, classroom management, school climate, and progress monitoring.
Assisted in developing a school-wide student outcome goal of decreasing chronic absenteeism using targeted strategies and collaboration with parents and caregivers.