Psychological Services
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) school psychologists strengthen the home/school/community connection for students and help them succeed academically, behaviorally, emotionally, and socially.
They support all grade levels and collaborate with school staff, families, community agencies, and other professionals to create healthy and supportive learning environments.
Psychological Services
MPS school psychologists engage in:
Student Support
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Provide counseling, instruction, and mentoring to improve behavioral, emotional, or social problems
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Reinforce important skills, communication, emotional management, problem-solving, self-regulation, and socialization, through classroom presentations and individual/group sessions
- Improve student wellness by facilitating experiential learning opportunities, such as the MPS Ropes and Challenges Program
Assessment and Intervention
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Evaluate students’ eligibility for special education
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Identify and address learning or behavioral issues to improve academic success
- Design and implement academic or behavior interventions
- Monitor student progress
- Help teachers differentiate instruction
Other Schoolwide Support
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Promote positive, healthy, and safe classrooms
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Implement schoolwide prevention programs to improve school climates
- Address and reduce instances of bullying, harassment, and violence through safety policies and practices
School Psychologist Contact Information
Each MPS school has at least one school psychologist on staff. If you need academic, behavioral, emotional, and/or social support for your child, please contact your school’s psychologist.
Our Award-Winning Program
In 2025, MPS was one of only two districts nationwide to receive the highest honor— exemplary—from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). The Excellence in School Psychological Services Recognition Program commended our strong commitment to providing well-rounded psychological services that follow NASP’s professional standards.
This recognition reflects our dedication to ensuring that all students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed. NASP noted several key strengths in particular:
- A strong culture of collaboration and data-based decision-making
- A wide range of professional development opportunities to support school psychologists
- An outstanding student-to-psychologist ratio that allows for a broad range of high-quality services
Four Reasons to Join the MPS Team
- A collaborative team of 170+ school psychologists
- Opportunities for school-based, evaluation team, or district-wide assignments
- Comprehensive mentorship and supervision for all levels of experience
- Competitive salaries and benefits packages
If you are interested in joining our team now or in the future, please contact joinmpspsychologists@milwaukee.k12.wi.us for more information.
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More Information
If you have any additional questions, please contact our team:
Jean Gatz, Manager of School Psychology and Allied Health Services
Email: sprengjm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Phone: (414) 438-3677
Myah Herro, Supervisor
Email: hougemm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Phone: (414) 438-3410
Christina Monfre, Supervisor
Email: monfrecm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Phone: (414) 438-3583
Niya Smallwood, Supervisor
Email: bealinnx@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Phone: (414) 438-3644