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Dr. Kristen Arnold serves as Assistant Professor and Ed.S. Program Director of School Psychology at Gonzaga University's School of Education, specializing in inclusive education and high-leverage practices implementation. With over a decade of field experience as a special and inclusive education teacher across diverse settings including UW's Haring Center, Spokane Public Schools, and Department of Defense schools overseas, she bridges practical expertise with academic rigor.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Innovation from Arizona State University
- M.Ed. in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
- B.A. in Special Education from Seattle Pacific University
Dr. Arnold's research critically examines systemic implementation of inclusive practices through high-leverage practices and culturally responsive pedagogy, with particular emphasis on equitable outcomes for students with disabilities. Current investigations focus on juvenile justice education systems and evidence-based interventions in detention settings, reflecting her commitment to marginalized populations. She actively develops teacher preparation models using lesson study methodologies to translate theory into classroom practice.
Analysis of her 2021-2023 publications reveals a dominant focus on lesson study as a transformative vehicle for teacher development in inclusive education, complemented by investigations into professional learning communities and cross-disciplinary health outcomes for disabled populations. This multidimensional approach integrates special education, teacher training, and rehabilitation science.
Her scholarly recognition includes:
- Outstanding Graduate Award from Arizona State University (2021)
As Program Director, Dr. Arnold mentors school psychology students while pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Advanced Educational Leadership at Harvard. Her grant activities remain implicit but are evidenced through collaborations with the CEEDAR Center and presentations at international conferences, including engagements in the Philippines and Morocco. Previous instructional roles at University of Kansas and Arizona State University demonstrate her national educational influence.
She maintains active partnerships with Spokane Public Schools, juvenile justice programs, and the CEEDAR Center at University of Florida, driving community-based initiatives like student food pantries and adaptive fitness programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
