TY - JOUR
T1 - Score Reliability and Validity of the Student Risk Screening Scale
T2 - A Psychometrically Sound, Feasible Tool for Use in Urban Elementary Schools
AU - Ennis, Robin Parks
AU - Lane, Kathleen Lynne
AU - Oakes, Wendy Peia
N1 - Funding Information:
This research was supported by the METRO PBS training series and National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Grant P30HD15052 to Vanderbilt University.
PY - 2012/12
Y1 - 2012/12
N2 - In this article we examine the psychometric properties of the Student Risk Screening Scale (SRSS) for use in diverse, urban elementary schools. Results of two studies suggest strong internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Both studies also suggest strong convergent validity with other psychometrically sound, systematic screeners including the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (Study 1) and the Systematic Screening for Behavior Disorders (Study 2). In addition, both studies suggest initial SRSS scores predict (a) suspension rates for students in kindergarten through fourth grades and (b) performance on state achievement tests for third grade students. Limitations and directions for future research are discussed.
AB - In this article we examine the psychometric properties of the Student Risk Screening Scale (SRSS) for use in diverse, urban elementary schools. Results of two studies suggest strong internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Both studies also suggest strong convergent validity with other psychometrically sound, systematic screeners including the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (Study 1) and the Systematic Screening for Behavior Disorders (Study 2). In addition, both studies suggest initial SRSS scores predict (a) suspension rates for students in kindergarten through fourth grades and (b) performance on state achievement tests for third grade students. Limitations and directions for future research are discussed.
KW - at-risk students
KW - positive behavior interventions and support
KW - systematic screening
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U2 - 10.1177/1063426611400082
DO - 10.1177/1063426611400082
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:84868090452
SN - 1063-4266
VL - 20
SP - 241
EP - 259
JO - Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
JF - Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
IS - 4
ER -