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PSYCHOMETRIC METRICS
School Psych / LEP Nerds Only!
Ellie, a dedicated IEE assessor, former SELPA Program Specialist, and SELPA CalPADS operator, has the privilege of conducting fascinating cases for wonderful students, families, and staff all across Southern California. As a former school psychologist, Ellie wants to reach across the table to her colleagues and share a Year in Review from a specialized IEE assessor’s point of view—diving into trends, lessons learned, and the outstanding work being done in the field.
The Ground Rules: This isn't a Zoom call you can scroll Instagram during. We ask for active participation, phones away, and total focus on the chance to be led in an intimate workshop with a group of like-minded peers. All material presented is intermediate and advanced and delivered at a rapid-fire pace to cover all the content in 3 hours. You know if you're right for this room.
| Morning | Afternoon | Agenda & Case Lineup |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 – 8:35 AM | 1:00 – 1:05 PM | Welcome & Learning Outcomes (5 mins) |
| 8:35 – 8:55 AM | 1:05 – 1:25 PM | Overall Psychometric Trends & Year in Review (20 mins) |
| 8:55 – 9:30 AM | 1:25 – 2:00 PM | Case 1: Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, & Orthopedic Impairment (35 mins) |
| 9:30 – 9:35 AM | 2:00 – 2:05 PM | Field Spotlight: What’s Working & Strengths (5 mins) |
| 9:35 – 10:10 AM | 2:05 – 2:40 PM | Case 2: Emotional Disturbance vs. Social Maladjustment (35 mins) |
| 10:10 – 10:15 AM | 2:40 – 2:45 PM | Field Spotlight: Key Areas for Improvement (5 mins) |
| 10:15 – 10:50 AM | 2:45 – 3:20 PM | Case 3: Intellectual Disability and Nonverbal IQs (35 mins) |
| 10:50 – 11:00 AM | 3:20 – 3:30 PM | Bio / Brain Break (10 mins) |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | 3:30 – 4:00 PM |
Capstone Case: "Is This Child Eligible?" (30 mins) • 10 min: Data Review | • 10 min: Case Determination | • 10 min: Q&A |
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: The Psychometrics Situation Room
Look, you have to eat lunch anyway—so get out of your silo and come eat it with a bunch of other school psychologists! The morning and afternoon sessions overlap on purpose so two dozen practitioners can gather and connect. Want to get clarity on how to score a tricky protocol, figure out how to replace missing ADOS items, or brainstorm complex cases? Bring your questions and pull up a seat.
About Ellie Morrissey & SoCal IEE
Ellie Morrissey, MS, LEP #[License #], is the founder of Peaceful IEP Navigators and SoCal IEE—a highly regarded boutique practice known for incredibly detailed psychometric work and differential diagnosis as related to California Ed Code. Bringing over 20 years of special education experience as a former school psychologist, SELPA Program Specialist, and SELPA CalPADS operator, Ellie travels Southern California conducting specialized IEEs and helping colleagues elevate their clinical evaluation practices.