Kristen Missall

Kristen Missall is a Professor at the University of Washington College of Education, where she serves as Chair of the Special Education, School Psychology, and Measurement & Statistics division. She advises graduate students pursuing Ed.S., Ed.S./Ph.D., and Ph.D. degrees in school psychology.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in School Psychology, University of Minnesota
  • M.A. in School Psychology, University of Minnesota
  • B.A. in Psychology, University of Nebraska

Her research focuses on child growth and development during preschool and elementary years, with emphasis on early academic and social development, data-driven decision-making in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and school readiness transitions. She explores how early literacy, math, and social skills predict long-term school success.

Kristen has secured over $10 million in external funding from agencies like the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences, Office of Special Education Programs, and the National Science Foundation. She has published 60+ peer-reviewed works and presented 175+ times globally.

• Certifications:
  • Nationally Certified School Psychologist (#33558)