The Kent State University School Psychology (KSU-SPSY) Advisory Committee consists of professional school psychologists in various practice settings. These individuals provide for renewal of ideas and networks for the school psychology program. The following individuals have agreed to serve on the KSU-SPSY Advisory Committee for the period of 2006-2009.
Dr. Philip Wagner
Assistant Superintendent, Beachwood School District
Assistant Superintendent Philip H. Wagner, Ph.D., joined the Beachwood
School District in August 2004 as pupil services director. The following
year, he was named director of human resources and principal of Fairmount
Elementary School, positions he held until his recent appointment as
Assistant Superintendent in 2007. Earlier in his career, he served as
director of pupil personnel services for the Hudson City School District
from1997-2004 and was a school psychologist for the Solon City School
District and the Cleveland City School District, working in the districts'
elementary school buildings. Dr. Wagner earned a Ph.D. from Kent State in
2006, with a major in educational leadership, minor in school psychology,
and specialization in school law. He is a 2002 recipient of the Bowman
Fellow Award in Educational Administration from Kent State University and
the Distinguished Leadership Award from the Hudson City School District in
2003. Dr. Wagner was selected as a member of the 2007 delegation of United
States educators invited to visit schools and sites of historic
significance in China, sponsored by The Office of Chinese Language Council
International (Hanban) and The College Board. Additionally, Dr. Wagner
holds multiple endorsements from the Ohio Department of Education,
including a superintendent’s license.
Dr. Perry Clark
School Psychologist, Akron Public Schools
Dr. Perry Clark, a school psychologist for Akron Public Schools, received his Ph.D. in school psychology from Kent State University. In addition to over twenty years experience as a school psychologist, Dr. Clark has experience as a psychological examiner for the bureau of disability determination, field assessor for the Special Education Elementary Longitudinal Study, adjunct faculty member, and special education teacher. He is a member of multiple professional organizations and has received several awards including the Peter Gross Best Practice Award (OSPA, 1999). Dr. Clark has given over 30 professional presentations on topics such as curriculum-based measurement and collaborative problem-solving.
Dr. Gale Harr
Director of Student Services/Special Education, Brunswick City Schools
Dr. Gale Harr received her Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction and school psychology from Kent State University. Prior to her twelve year tenure as Director of Student Services/Special Education at Brunswick City Schools, Dr. Harr gained experience in the roles of Director of Instruction, Coordinator of Special Pupil Services, and School Psychologist. She is a member of numerous professional organizations and has many publications and professional presentations on topics such as extended school year services, the effects of maternal employment on children’s achievement, and cognitive assessment.
Dr. Sandra Alexander-Haynes
School Psychologist, Orange City Schools
Dr. Sandra Alexander, a school psychologist at Orange City School District, earned her Ph.D. in urban education, learning, and development from Cleveland State University. Previous professional experiences include roles as a lead psychologist, adjunct professor, and graduate theses reader. Dr. Alexander has given many professional presentations on topics such as social skills training for students with Asperger Disorder and ADHD, working effectively with diverse populations, and psychological needs of African-American students identified as gifted. She has contributed to three publications on issues related to gifted and talented students.
Dr. Tasneem Lokhandwala
Manager, Psychological Services, Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Dr. Tasneem Lokhandwala, who earned her Ph.D. in psychology from M.L. Sukadia University in India, completed her post-doctoral specialization in school psychology at the University of Iowa. Dr. Lokhandwala served as a school psychologist in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District prior to accepting her current position as Manager of Psychological Services. Dr. Lokhandwala is a member of several professional organizations. She has presented at various local, national, and international conferences on topics such as early literacy, problem solving, collaboration, multicultural issues, and crisis intervention.
Dr. Linda M. Neiheiser
School Psychologist, Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Dr. Linda Neiheiser, a school psychologist for Cleveland Metropolitan School District, is a graduate of Kent State University’s School Psychology Ph.D. program. Dr. Neiheiser is a member of the Kent State University Foundation Board of Directors and the Kent State University President’s Council. She is also President of the Cleveland Association of School Psychologists and a current member of the Monitoring Committee for the Adopt Cuyahoga’s Kids Initiative. Dr. Neiheiser serves on University Hospitals Case Medical Center's Psychiatry Advisory Committee and the Board of Directors and Clinical Advisory Board of the Cornerstone of Hope.
Dr. Kristine Quallich
Director of Student Services, Medina City Schools
Dr. Kristine Quallich received her Ph.D. in school psychology from Kent State University. Dr. Quallich worked as a school psychologist for Medina City Schools prior to accepting her current position as Director of Student Services within that district. Dr. Quallich is also an Adjunct Professor at Kent State University. She has received several awards, including designation as an Early Career Scholar by the School Psychology Research Collaboration Conference. Dr. Quallich is a member of numerous professional organizations and currently serves as the editor for the Ohio School Psychologist Association’s newsletter The Ohio School Psychologist. She has published four professional articles and has given nine professional presentations.
