🧠School Psychology at Beattie Elementary
Beattie Elementary is fortunate to have the expertise of Lara Lauritz, our school psychologist. She plays a pivotal role in supporting students' academic, social–emotional, and behavioral success within our MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) framework.
🎯 What a School Psychologist Does
A school psychologist is a trained mental health and educational professional who works collaboratively with students, educators, and families to:
- Perform assessments to understand learning, behavior, or emotional needs
- Create data-informed, strengths-based support plans
- Provide small-group or individual counseling and crisis intervention
- Support early behavior intervention and system-level improvements
🔄 MTSS-Aligned Supports
Tier 1: Universal Preventive Services
- Collaborates on school-wide social-emotional learning and positive behavior frameworks
- Provides training to staff in strategies for building resilient, inclusive classrooms
Tier 2: Targeted Interventions
- Facilitates small-group support to develop social skills, problem-solving, and emotion regulation
Tier 3: Intensive Individualized Support
- Conducts formal assessments for academic or behavioral concerns
- Develops behavior intervention plans and IEP goals
- Offers direct counseling and collaborates in crisis response
🌱 Why This Matters
Lara’s work enables:
- Early identification and intervention, preventing more serious challenges
- Collaborative care between home and school to foster student well-being
- Culture change, as resilience, empathy, and self-regulation become integral to daily life at Beattie
📞 Meet Lara Lauritz
Lara Lauritz, Ph.D.
School Psychologist, Beattie Elementary
📧 llauritz@psdschools.org
📞 Contact via the Beattie office at 970‑488‑4225
Beattie is committed to supporting every child’s journey. With Lara's guidance, we ensure that emotional, social, and academic needs are met—so each student can climb higher, confidently and equipped.