About Me

Hello, my name is Trent Trinidad, a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology contracting with several school districts around Texas. I have worked as a School Psychologist for 20+ years. I obtained my B.S. in Psychology and my M.S. in Clinical Psychology at Texas Tech University. Currently, I provide psychological services in the elementary, middle, and high school settings. I am passionate about collaborating with families and school staff to help students grow. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, playing tennis, and spending time with my wife and son.

As a Big Spring Board of Trustee member for the past 3 years, I have advocated for children with special needs, student’s access to mental health services, and our children’s emotional development. If re-elected, I promise to continue to support students and teachers in the classroom, and improve the quality of education for our students at BISD.

Work Experience

As a School Psychologists, I work with principals, parents, administrators, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that schools implement evidence-based, comprehensive assessment systems that accurately identify schools that are succeeding and schools that are struggling to educate all children.

As a School Psychologist providing counseling to students, it gives me insights into their emotional, behavioral, and learning patterns. To understanding the root causes of their struggles and develop strategies to manage challenges in the academic and social spheres.

Experience

Leadership in Education

Big Spring Board of Trustee

2022 - Present

Recognition

Team member recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Delivery of Psychological Services Award by the TASP (Texas Association of School Psychologists) Awards and Honors Committee

My Projects

Explore the impactful initiatives I've undertaken for our community.

Promoting Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Promoting effective programs to help develop emotionally intelligent, resilient, and socially adept students.

Creating a Culture of Support for Teachers

Advocating to recognize teachers, help them feel connected, and provide effective support in their classrooms.

Advocating for Inclusivity and Diversity

Ensuring that all children receive an appropriate public education, irrespective of race, culture and background, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or educational need.

Comprehensive School Safety

Belief that efforts to improve school safety must address the continuum of school safety issues, and to increase access to school-based mental and behavioral health services and work toward implementing coordinated and comprehensive school safety efforts.

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