The BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP) podcast, hosted by Kathleen Cherry and Benton Dorman, will feature discussions with experts across a wide range of topics relevant for school psychology. Episodes will be released monthly, on the second (or third) Tuesday of the month.
BCASP Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Kathleen Cherry and Benton Dorman
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The BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP) podcast, hosted by Kathleen Cherry and Benton Dorman, will feature discussions with experts across a wide range of topics relevant for school psychology. Episodes will be released monthly, on the second (or third) Tuesday of the month.
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May 12, 2026
Chris Pawluk: Use of AI in Psychology
<p>Kathleen and Benton speak with Chris Pawluk, about the use and role of AI in the practice of school psychology. </p><p>Chris Pawluk, and Dr. Mitch Colp, will be presenting about the use of AI in school psychology at the upcoming BCASP Spring Conference. </p><p>For further details about the BCASP Spring Conference, please visit: https://www.bcasp.ca/en/upcoming-events/detail/2026-bcasp-virtual-spring-workshops/87421</p><p><br></p>
March 31, 2026
Olivia Paddack and Amy Cannava: Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
<p>In this episode, Kathleen and Benton talk to BCASP member and school psychologist in Surrey, Olivia Paddack (she/her). We are joined by Amy Cannava (she/her) a school psychologist from the United States and chair of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity Committee with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) . Both Olivia and Amy arepassionate about supporting LGBTQ+ youth and raising awareness amongst school psychologists and other professionals on how we can better serve and support this population.</p><p>Olivia wrote the BCASP position statement about supportivepractices for 2SLGBTQ+ clients, aligned with legal and professional guidelines. Amy has authored or co-authored guidance documents with NASP as well asnumerous journal chapters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>BC Resources: </strong></p><p>SARAVYC (UBC): <a href="https://www.saravyc.ubc.ca/research/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.saravyc.ubc.ca/research/</a> </p><p>SHER Pride: <a href="https://www.sherpride.ca/about" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.sherpride.ca/about</a></p><p>Emergence, documentary by SHER: <a href="https://emergencefilm.net/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://emergencefilm.net/</a></p><p>TransCare BC for online resources and workshops: <a href="https://www.transcarebc.ca/education-centre?mid=4331&time=1770675627" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.transcarebc.ca/education-centre?mid=4331&time=1770675627</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>National Association of School Psychologists</strong> (NASP)<a href="https://www.nasponline.org/x26826.xml" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Lesbian,Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Youth Position Statement</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/Documents/Research%20and%20Policy/Position%20Statements/PS_TransgenderandGenderDiverseStudents-rev2022.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SafeSchools for Transgender and Gender Diverse Students</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/Documents/Resources%20and%20Publications/Resources/School%20Safety%20and%20Crisis/Supporting%20LGBTQ%20Students%20in%20Troubling%20Times_FINAL%20(3).pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/Documents/Resources%20and%20Publications/Resources/School%20Safety%20and%20Crisis/Supporting%20LGBTQ%20Students%20in%20Troubling%20Times_FINAL%20(3).pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SupportingLGBTQ+ Youth During Troubling Times</a> </p><p><a href="https://ed.buffalo.edu/content/dam/ed/alberti/docs/conference/Resources%20for%20Savage%20presentation.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SupportingLGBTQ+ Youth When Policies Mandate Discrimination</a></p><p><a href="http://www.nasponline.org/assets/documents/Resources%20and%20Publications/Resources/School%20Safety%20and%20Crisis/SSC_Considerations-for-Serving-LGBTQ-Youth.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SchoolSafety and Crisis Response Considerations for Serving LGBTQIA+ Youth</a><a href="http://www.nasponline.org/assets/documents/Resources%20and%20Publications/Resources/School%20Safety%20and%20Crisis/SSCRC_Supporting-Students-Politically-Charged-Times.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SupportingStudents Amid Political Events: Tips for Families and Educator</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/assets/Documents/Research%20and%20Policy/Professional%20Positions/Supporting_Sexual-Gender%20Diverse_Children_and_Adolescents_in_Schools.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SupportingSexual/Gender Diverse Children and Adolescents in Schools</a>(APA & NASP)</p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/publications/periodicals/communique/issues/volume-52-issue-8/understanding-the-evolving-legal-landscape-for-lgbtq-students" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Understandingthe Evolving Legal Landscape for LGBTQ+ Students</a> (Communique Volume 52Issue 8, PP. 12-16)</p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/research-and-policy/advocacy/advocacy-webinars/policy-threats-and-challenges-critical-information-for-school-psychology-leaders" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">PolicyThreats and Challenges - Critical Information for School Psychology Leaders</a><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/x56401.xml" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Advocatingfor LGBTQ Students with Disabilities</a></p><p> (Revised by HRC Welcoming Schools, 2024 <a href="https://hrc-prod-requests.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/welcoming-schools/documents/Welcoming-Schools-Navigating-Supports-for-LGBTQ-Students-Receiving-Special-Education-Services.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">NavigatingSupports for LGBTQ+ Students Receiving Special Education Services</a>)</p><p> <a href="https://www.nasponline.org/Documents/Press%20Release%20Supporting%20Transgender%20Students%20NASP%202022.pdf" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">NASPCondemns State & Local Efforts to Undermine Transgender Youth Rights and Wellbeing</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/diversity-and-social-justice/lgbtq-youth/gender-inclusive-schools-faqs" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">GenderInclusive Schools</a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>NASP Self-Study Prof. Development</strong></p><p><a href="https://nasp.inreachce.com/Details/Information/75585947-7cb6-4a1b-96eb-093cdab2e6af" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Advocatingfor LGBTQ+ Students in Unfriendly Settings</a><strong> </strong>(May 20, 2026; 3:00-4:00 EST) </p><p>School psychologists often operate in environmentswith restrictive laws or unsupportive community attitudes toward LGBTQ+ youth.This webinar examineslanguage around LGBTQ+ identification, offers tips for navigating ethical andlegal constraints, provides guidance for talking with others about theseissues, and explores a case study addressing a transgender student’s socialtransition at school. Participants will leave with extensiveexamples and resources for supporting LGBTQ+ students in theircommunities. </p><p><a href="https://nasp.inreachce.com/Details/Information/25d15258-9e25-40fe-88ae-e6616363888d" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TrueColors Shining Bright: WAIPER Schools for LGBTQIA+ Youth, Staff, and Families</a></p><p>There are multitude of organizations and programs whichpromote inclusive (Gender Spectrum), welcoming (HRC Foundation), and affirming(NASP) schools for LGBTQIA+ students, but physical and psychological safetyrequires a more holistic approach. Welcoming, affirming, inclusive, proactive,equitable, and responsive (WAIPER) schools are needed across all grades topromote learning and mental wellness. <a href="https://nasp.inreachce.com/Details/Information/5e5bca92-0501-4a61-879a-492ea9b4cdc2" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">EmpoweringSchool Psychologists to Deliver Therapeutic Supports for LGBTQ+ Youth </a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Some Publications</strong><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40688-025-00573-4" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">EmpiricallySupported Practices for LGBTQ+ Students: Implications for SchoolPsychologists </a><a href="https://doi.org/10.1080/13573322.2025.2528904" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Goingthe Distance: Perspectives and Practices of Physical Activity Staff inSupporting Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/books-and-products/best-practices-in-school-psychology-7-(print-and-digital)/best-practices-in-school-psychology-7-(digital)" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">BestPractices in Inclusive School Environments and Tiered Supports for LGBTQIA+Youth</a><a href="https://us.jkp.com/products/my-child-told-me-theyre-transwhat-do-i-do" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">MyChild Told Me They're Trans: What Do I Do?: A Q&A Guide for Parents ofTrans Children</a></p><p><a href="https://doi.org/10.1080/19361653.2022.2119188" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">IdentifiedProtective Factors to Support Psychological Well-Being Among Gender DiverseAutistic Youth</a></p><p><a href="https://www.routledge.com/Critical-Theories-for-School-Psychology-and-Counseling-A-Foundation-for/Proctor-Rivera/p/book/9780367415778" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">QueerTheory and Intern Supervision: The Harm of Heteronormative Supervision</a></p><p><a href="https://kcts9.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/growinguptrans/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">GrowingUp Trans: Professional Development</a></p><p><br></p>
January 28, 2026
Caitlin Malli: Developmental Language Disorders
<p>In this episode, Kathleen and Benton talk to speech language pathologist, Caitlin Malli, about Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). We discuss the importance of raising awareness about DLD so that students receive effective targeted support and communication challenges are not misunderstood as behaviors. Definition, assessment and supports are discussed. </p><p> </p><p>Resources: </p><p>SHBC Language Disorders Designation Position Paper:<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/speechandhearingbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Final-Language-Disorders-Designation-Position-Paper.pdf__;!!AqQTiOZlHyw!8hRlBlZ72FgPqmxg0V5IeWTm5UqL7WrQBjlaNyPB9T9J5n4n-1eB_-SL905xXe0zvv29iuVxSIOr3MVQPp-BrDy7wdY$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Final-Language-Disorders-Designation-Position-Paper.pdf</u></a> </p><p> Raising Awareness of Developmental Language Disorder: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/radld.org/__;!!AqQTiOZlHyw!8hRlBlZ72FgPqmxg0V5IeWTm5UqL7WrQBjlaNyPB9T9J5n4n-1eB_-SL905xXe0zvv29iuVxSIOr3MVQPp-BR0cs1so$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>RADLD - Raising Awareness of Developmental Language Disorder - RADLD</u></a><a href="https://www.teachermag.ca/post/developmental-language-disorder-its-impact-on-literacy-and-beyond" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Developmental language disorder: Its impact on literacy and beyond</u></a> </p><p>DLD Toolbox Western University: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.uwo.ca/fhs/lwm/news/index.html__;!!AqQTiOZlHyw!8hRlBlZ72FgPqmxg0V5IeWTm5UqL7WrQBjlaNyPB9T9J5n4n-1eB_-SL905xXe0zvv29iuVxSIOr3MVQPp-BGJ2qkaI$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>DLD Toolbox - Language and Working Memory Lab - Western University</u></a> </p><p>Saanich School District co-hosts a professional development conference with Victoria Speech and Language Centre through grant funding from SHBC. Our next conference topic is <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dynamic-assessment-from-a-diversity-and-anti-racist-lens-tickets-1887321763199" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dynamic-assessment-from-a-diversity-and-anti-racist-lens-tickets-1887321763199</a></p><p>Child English Second Language (CHELS) Centre (which also includes links to questionnaires for Alberta Language Development Questionnaires): <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/sites.google.com/ualberta.ca/chesl/home__;!!AqQTiOZlHyw!8hRlBlZ72FgPqmxg0V5IeWTm5UqL7WrQBjlaNyPB9T9J5n4n-1eB_-SL905xXe0zvv29iuVxSIOr3MVQPp-BdsNdff8$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>https://sites.google.com/ualberta.ca/chesl/home</u></a> </p><p></p><p></p>
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