JOHN T. MCCUTCHEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Who are School Psychologists?
School psychologists are uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students' ability to learn and teachers' ability to teach. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. School psychologists partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community (National Association of School Psychologists, 2021).
What is your involvement at McCutcheon Elementary?

I provide direct support and interventions to students, consult with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals (i.e., school counselor, school social workers) to improve support strategies, work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies, and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed services. I conduct full and individualized evaluations for students suspected of requiring diverse learner supports and services (special education). 
How can I contact the School Psychologist?
Contact Information
Email - sawhitney@cps.edu
Google Voice (phone/text) - (312) 884-1042
Clinician Office (phone) - (773) 534-2581
Tell me a little bit more about yourself!

This is my 13th year at McCutcheon Elemantary and my 17th year working for the Chicago Board of Education. I received my Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and my Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degrees in School Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. I have spent my entire career working for Chicago Public Schools and spent many years working as a Lead Psychologist for the district. I am currently the Lead Coach for the Anger Coping Implementation Project in which I train CPS Counselors, Social Workers, and School Psychologists how to implement the Tier 2 Social-Emotional Learning curriculum, Anger Coping. I grew up in Wisconsin and have two children who both attend a CPS elementary school (3rd grade and Kindergarten!). I love to travel, garden, and cook/bake. Lastly, I root for the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers!
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  • Home
  • About McCutcheon
    • All About McCutcheon
    • Mission & Vision
    • Principal's Message
    • Meet the Staff
    • Community Partnerships
    • Photo Albums
    • Contact Us
  • Important Information
    • School News
    • School Calendar
    • School Forms
    • Supply Lists >
      • Preschool Supply LIst
      • Grades K-2 Supply LIst
      • Grades 3-5 Supply List
      • Grades 6-8 Supply List
      • Cluster K-2 Supply LIst
      • Cluster 3-5 Supply LIst
    • CPS Student Code of Conduct
  • Academics
    • Preschool >
      • Ms. Hab
      • Ms. Brokenrope
      • Ms. Bailey
      • Ms. West
      • PK Cluster - Mr. Knightly
    • Primary Grades >
      • Kindergarten - Ms. Davis
      • 1st Grade - Ms. Scarelli
      • 2nd Grade - Ms. Hudak
      • K-2nd Cluster - Ms. Jankowski
    • Intermediate Grades >
      • 3rd Grade - Ms. Kelly
      • 4th Grade - Ms. Miller
      • 5th Grade - Ms. Jager
      • 3rd-5th Cluster - Ms. Fitzgerald
    • Middle School >
      • ELA - Ms. Gerke
      • Math - Ms. Meinken
      • Math - Ms. Ott
      • Science - Mr. Henkin
      • Social Studies - Ms. DP
      • 6th-8th Cluster - Mr. Collins
    • Specials Classes >
      • Art - Ms. Carag
      • Music - Mr. Tearse
      • P.E. & Health - Ms. Jasinski
    • Diverse Learning >
      • Ms. Covaci
      • Ms. Gries
      • Mr. Kreatsoulas
      • Ms. Kritikos
      • Ms. McDermott
      • Ms. Musolf
    • Curriculum
    • Bilingual Education >
      • Ms. Aragon
    • STEAM >
      • Ms. Villalobos
    • MTSS >
      • Ms. Villareal
  • CSI Program
    • CSI Information
    • CSI September Newsletter
    • Before School Programs
    • After School Programs
    • Sports Programs
  • Parents
    • Parent Portal
    • Parent Portal Help
    • Parent Advisory Counsel (PAC)
    • Bilingual Advisory Council (BAC)
    • Local School Council (LSC) >
      • LSC Information
      • LSC Members
      • LSC Meetings Schedule
      • LSC Agendas, Minutes, & Recordings
  • Students
    • Student Portal
    • McCutcheon Student Pledge
    • Students' Rights & Responsibilities
    • Breakfast Menu
    • Lunch Menu
    • After School Menu
    • Links >
      • Kids A-Z Online Reading Program
      • Freckle Reading & Math Practice
      • IXL Online Math Program
      • Epic Books
  • Family Resources
    • Students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS)
    • Counseling
  • Friends of McCutcheon