Daniel Hyson

Daniel Hyson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL), where he has served since 2014 and became Director of the School Psychology graduate program in 2022. His work bridges equity-focused teaching, systems-level data analysis, and teacher-student relationship dynamics.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Child and School Psychology, University of Minnesota (2001)
• B.A. in English and French, Amherst College (1992)

Research Interests: Dr. Hyson's work emphasizes data-driven decision making, teacher-student relationship impacts, and equity in education. He co-authored the influential book *The Data-Driven School* (2020) and has published extensively on school psychology practices. His approach integrates collaborative problem-solving frameworks, particularly Ross Greene's CPS model, to address behavioral challenges in schools.

Professional Contributions: Prior to academia, he worked as a school psychologist (2001–2014) and data coordinator in Minnesota. He has presented nationally on equity integration in graduate programs and data-driven methodologies. Recent presentations include NASP conventions (2022) and Trainers of School Psychologists conferences.

Advising & Labs: Supervises practicum/internship placements and mentors graduate students in school psychology. His lab focuses on applying data analytics to improve K-12 outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration.