Let's Celebrate April's ASPP Accolade - Brynne Rice!

April’s Monthly Member Spotlight/ASPP Accolade Recipient, Brynne Rice, Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN)

Brynne Rice was nominated as the April Monthly Member Spotlight/ASPP Accolade Recipient as a result of her Collaboration. Brynne is an Educational Consultant at PaTTAN, where she provides training, coaching, and technical assistance to schools in Pennsylvania. She currently serves on the Learning Environment and Engagement, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, and School Psychology Initiatives. Brynne focuses on providing support to school districts through a collaborative lens while leveraging the knowledge and leadership of school personnel to ensure sustainable outcomes. Alongside her colleagues, she emphasizes evidence-based practices when coaching, consulting, and developing state-wide training opportunities. Prior to her employment with PaTTAN, Brynne served in an expanded school psychologist role at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School. As a core member of the MTSS team, she collaborated with colleagues to develop effective procedures for a comprehensive tiered system of support. Additionally, Brynne led team members in the development of the school's PBIS framework. Along with fulfilling the traditional assessment responsibilities of a school psychologist, Brynne developed strong relationships with students by providing individual and group counseling. Recognizing how her role positively impacted students as well as her own professional growth, Brynne continues to advocate for an expanded role for school psychologists in Pennsylvania.