Welcome to another engaging episode of the Scholastically Speaking Podcast - the show that tackles the real issues impacting our schools. I'm thrilled to have joining me today the wonderful Dr. Krista Edwards part of the Black School Psychologists Network, Inc.   Dr. Edwards has dedicated her career to supporting students as a school psychologist, activist and advocate.

In this down-to-earth discussion, we'll explore the often underrated role these professionals play in nurturing student potential. The reality is so many kids face social-emotional challenges, learning differences, trauma, and other struggles that affect their education. We’ll shine a light on how vital people like Dr. Edwards are providing mental health care, abilities assessments, counseling, crisis response and more on over-burdened school campuses.

Yet despite this critical work, school psychologist shortages, lack of diversity in the field, and mental health stigmas persist. So in addition to getting transparent about obstacles many school psychologists confront, we’ll celebrate the hope they offer to vulnerable youth through their compassion. My goal is that you walk away with an elevated admiration for these everyday education heroes!

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