Local Psychologist Consults with Elementary Teachers on Neurodiversity
This school year, Frankfort-Schuyler Elementary School has been benefiting from the expertise of a local psychologist who has been volunteering her time to work with teachers on the topic of neurodiversity.
Dr. Joanne Joseph is a social and clinical psychologist with diverse interests in the areas of adverse childhood experiences, trauma, resilience and physical health. She teaches in the College of Health Sciences at SUNY Polytechnic Institute and as a practicing clinician, she regularly consults for healthcare agencies and K-12 schools.
Due to the partnership the Frankfort-Schuyler Central School District has developed with Dr. Joseph, the District was able to secure her services once per month at no cost to the District. Each month Dr. Joseph volunteers her time to consult with teachers at the elementary school on the topic of neurodiversity in the classroom. She also offers strategies for teachers to use in their efforts to meet the needs of all students.
Dr. Joseph is the recipient of a number of teaching and service awards, including the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service. The Frankfort-Schuyler Central School District is grateful for her expertise and her willingness to volunteer her services free of charge.