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Articles

• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2023). The impact of language proficiency in predicting oral reading fluency skills in Spanish- speaking English learners. [Manuscript in preparation]. Department of School Psychology, Gonzaga Â鶹¹ÙÍø.
• Engler, J.R., Mayes, B.S., Sisco-Taylor, D.T., & O’Brien, D. (2023). Examining parent-child relationship characteristics: A comparison of foster and non-foster parent perspectives. [Manuscript in preparation]. Department of School Psychology, Gonzaga Â鶹¹ÙÍø.
• Sisco-Taylor, D., Fung, W., & Swanson, H.L. (2014). Do curriculum-based measures predict performance on word problem solving measures? Assessment for Effective Intervention, 40(3), 131-142. Retrieved from
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2014). Identifying students for intervention in math problem solving: An evaluation of fluency- based word problem solving measures (Publication No. 3682043) [Doctoral dissertation, Â鶹¹ÙÍø of California, Riverside]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Database.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2012). Pseudo-words vs. real words: Predicting reading outcomes for culturally and linguistically diverse students (Publication No. 1529552) [Master’s thesis, Â鶹¹ÙÍø of California, Riverside]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Database.

Professional Papers Presented

National & International

• Soza, C.*, Folkers, B.*, & Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2024, February). Applying the good behavior game during small group interventions. Poster session accepted for the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, New Orleans, LA
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., & Carlson, M.* (2023, August). Addressing pandemic learning loss in math: An application of peer assisted learning strategies. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Washington, DC.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., Derby, K.M., Berger, D.A.*, & Meehan, B.T.* (2022, August). Legal and ethical considerations in school psychology practice: A review of due process hearings. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2014, February). Integrating word problem solving fluency measures in formative assessment processes. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, Washington, DC.
• Garcia, N.M., Swanson, H.L., Sisco-Taylor, D.T., & Lussier, C. (2013, April). Cognitive predictors of English reading performance in Spanish-speaking English language learners (ELLs): A longitudinal investigation. Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association, San Francisco, CA.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., Hatch, A., Garcia, N.M., & Tipton, L.A. (2013, February). Strategies for improving math computation skills: Two single case studies. Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, Seattle, WA.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., Rios, J.A., Garcia, N.M., & Swanson, H.L. (2012, April). Improving word problem solving in children with math disabilities: A longitudinal investigation. Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2012, February). Nonsense words versus real words: Which predict best for ELLs? Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, Philadelphia, PA.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., & Garcia, N.M. (2012, February). The role of teacher acceptance in sustaining positive behavioral support. Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists, Philadelphia, PA.

Regional & Local

• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2023, October). Evaluating tier 1 instruction: An application of the reading tiered fidelity inventory. Workshop session presented at the annual meeting of the Washington State Association of School Psychologists, Virtual.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2022, October). Developing MTSS for mathematics: Connecting universal screening to instructional decision-making. Workshop session presented at the annual meeting of the Washington State Association of School Psychologists, Seattle, WA.
• Derby, K.M., Sisco-Taylor, D.T., Berger, D.A.*, Taylor, K.A.*, & Burckle, H.A.* (2022, October). Systematic review of due process hearings across categories and federal appeals districts. Paper session presented at the annual meeting of the Washington State Association of School Psychologists, Seattle, WA.
• Derby, K.M., & Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2022, February). The balancing act between private and public education: When is seeking services for special education in the public school warranted? Workshop presented at the Archdiocese of Seattle Professional Development and Curriculum Day, Online.
• Cohen, S.R., Sisco-Taylor, D.T., duBois, B., & Wong, A. (2015, May). Implications of Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for children with disabilities: Issues related to assessment and curriculum implementation. Discussion panel presented at the Â鶹¹ÙÍø of California San Diego Education Studies and Center for Research in Educational Equity, Assessment and Teaching Excellence (UCSD-EDS- CREATE) Conference, San Diego, CA.

Submitted Grants

• Sisco-Taylor, D.T., & Fainstein, D. (2023). School Psychology Renewal for All Washington Learners (SPRAWL). Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board. 2023-2025, Awarded June 2023, $30,000.
• Sisco-Taylor, D.T. (2019). Project RECESS. Jordan School District Board of Education. 2019-2020, Awarded December 2019, $3000.

Research Interests

• Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Implementation
• School Psychologist Training/Preparation
• Academic Assessment and Intervention
• School-based Mental Health Services