Welcome to the Behavior Education Connection!In this episode, we're diving into the history of school-based behavior analysts and their work in public schools, and talking about the future and what is yet to be accomplished.Our guest for this episode is Wendi Jenkins from VCU'S Virginia Tiered Systems of Support Research & Implementation Center (VTSS-RIC).We'll discuss:-Early opportunities for behavior analysts to work in public schools-Future opportunities to enhance their impact-Strategies for overcoming barriers within public school settingsAnd more!For more information, check out the Virginia Public Schools Behavior Analyst Website: https://sites.google.com/odu.edu/vapsban/homeGuest Speaker:Wendi is a Systems Coach at the Virginia Commonwealth University Research & Implementation Center. She works directly with school divisions implementing the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework. She has worked as a school psychologist in a state facility, in the public schools, and in the home setting.Host:Selena J. Layden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Movement Studies and Special Education at Old Dominion University. Dr. Layden earned her doctorate degree from the College of William & Mary in Education Policy, Planning, and Leadership with an emphasis in Special Education Administration and her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. Prior to joining the faculty at ODU, Dr. Layden worked in multiple school divisions focusing on challenging behavior and children with autism spectrum disorder. She was also the Assistant Director of Training at the Autism Center for Excellence at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Layden’s research interests focus on providing effective professional development for school personnel, improving the implementation of evidence-based practices in schools, particularly for students with autism spectrum disorder, and school-based behavior analysts.Music:Finding Peace by Remember the Future, from Shutterstock Music
