School Psychologist

The Working World January 18, 2012

Whew. That was overwhelming. Somehow I went from being an administrative assistant to having major responsibilities in a matter of days. I’m not sure I was mentally prepared for the intensity. Teachers were already stopping by my office for consultation! After six months in a desk job though, I could probably use a challenge, and the day flew by! There’s definitely a lot of energy in the school system. And the people are wonderful!!! I’m excited and scared at the same time.

I came home to recovering Matt who nearly fainted of nausea and dizziness this morning. I feel bad that I wasn’t around to help:( I made up for it in dinner though. I threw together some comfort mac and cheese, with a wonderful sun-dried tomato chicken sausage, and roasted brussels. It really hit the spot this evening.

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I think some House Hunters will be a nice night cap. Another new day tomorrow! k night.

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  • HRCK the Herald
    January 18, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    Glad it was a busy and good first day! Poor Matt– hope he feels better soon!

  • Shelley@ Salmon and Sandwiches
    January 18, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    I started a new job this week too! I’m glad your first day went well- so much better to be busy than bored! The day goes by extremely faster that way.

    • Laura
      January 21, 2012 at 9:01 pm

      Good luck!

  • Miranda
    January 18, 2012 at 10:26 pm

    Happy first day!! I think it’s pretty awesome that the teachers already have faith in you, that’s excellent. School psychs are not very common over here in Western Australia – are they in the States?

    • Laura
      January 21, 2012 at 9:00 pm

      Yup, all schools have one at least part-time…

  • Allison
    January 18, 2012 at 10:51 pm

    Annie’s white cheddar mac and cheese? Def comfort in a box 🙂

    • Laura
      January 21, 2012 at 9:00 pm

      Yup:)

  • Lynn
    January 18, 2012 at 11:18 pm

    Glad you had a good first day. I remember you said you are working part-time. Do you get to set your own hours? If so, I think that will be wonderful.

    • Laura
      January 21, 2012 at 9:00 pm

      No:( My schedule is mostly determined by the various meetings I have to attend, so it’s not very flexible…

  • Sarah
    January 19, 2012 at 1:04 am

    yum yum yum never thought of brussels in my mac 🙂 great idea! good luck at work!!

  • Mom
    January 19, 2012 at 7:24 am

    Glad it went well and glad Matt is feeling better. Ya’ll have had some two days!

  • Elizabeth
    January 19, 2012 at 10:47 am

    So cool! Congratulations on the new position – sounds like a much better fit! 🙂

    • Laura
      January 21, 2012 at 8:59 pm

      Thanks:)

  • SchoolPsychology Student
    December 3, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Hi! I’ve enjoyed reading about your school psychology experience! I’m going into the second year of my program & I’m a little nervous! I TOO want to work in Atlanta (I’m actually from ATL). Like you stated, I think I’m more into the MENTAL HEALTH than EDUCATION. I am actually surprised about how much we DO NOT study mental illnesses. Would you recommend School Psychology as a career? I’m thinking it might be best to cut my loses and go into Occupational Therapy…?? I’m just not sure! 🙁

    • Laura
      December 4, 2013 at 8:44 pm

      It’s still a great career and can be very rewarding! If you’re willing to put in the time working in a traditional role for a couple of years, sometimes you can practice privately or work in mental health clinics or hospitals. It is a TON of testing though, and if you don’t like the testing, then I’d say it might be smart not to continue with the program. I really wish I had considered other options, but I was too scared to quit! Good luck and email me if you think of other questions.