Bilingual School Psychology in Practice: Paloma Nava’s Story
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Bilingual School Psychology in Practice: Paloma Nava’s Story
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In this episode, Chris and Amy sit down with Paloma Nava, a bilingual school psychologist whose professional journey has taken her from criminal justice to school psychology across Texas and New Mexico. Paloma shares how navigating different state regulations has shaped her practice and highlights the unique challenges of evaluating students in borderland regions.
The conversation dives into Paloma’s work with Child Find, her role in psychological and cognitive testing, and her commitment to understanding students’ cultural and linguistic backgrounds, especially for recent immigrants and children with complex needs. She offers a critical look at the limitations of standardized tests for bilingual students, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive assessment tools and improved national collaboration among bilingual evaluators.
Beyond assessment, Paloma opens up about student advocacy, the importance of respecting families’ perspectives, and her approach to parenting and child development. She also shares her cultural roots and personal reflections, offering listeners a glimpse into the heart behind her professional passion.