National Association of School Psychologists

Second candidate statements are now online! NASP members get to decide the future of NASP leadership by voting in January for the president-elect, treasurer, and in some states, their delegate. Both officer positions are contested. Must be a member by 12/18 for voter eligibility. Click the statement linked under their name to download and learn more about them: https://buff.ly/3lihqZr

This #SchoolPsychWeek check out our National Social Justice Book Read and commit to reading the book! Share if you would like to create a virtual book club! NASP members see our website for an exclusive discount! https://buff.ly/3YDQi9U

Have your heard about the NASP Exposure Project? ?? This grassroots effort contributes to reducing shortages in school psychology by reaching out to culturally and linguistically diverse students and sharing school psychology programs. See more about the Exposure Project: https://buff.ly/4eymrG0

Explore the possibilities of advocacy with NASP's Policy Playbook this #SchoolPsychWeek. This resource provides foundational knowledge, key considerations, and relevant resources to guide your work and support your involvement in advocating for evidence-based policy and practice to help children, families, and schools thrive. #NASPadvocates https://buff.ly/4hyKt6t

Just for National School Psychology Week the NASP Online Learning Center has select items for 20% off! Check out the selection: https://buff.ly/4fI351T

School psychologists provide a continuum of services that connect mental health, behavior and learning, and school, home, and community services. It can be hard to describe this comprehensive role, but this resource can aid you in communicating the importance of all the facets of being a school psychologist. #SchoolPsychWeek https://buff.ly/4fDXkSQ

Shortages in school psychology, like shortages in other related professions, have the potential to significantly undermine the availability of high quality services to students, families, and schools. One part of addressing shortages is bringing in new individuals to the field. This page gives resources for recruiting students, creating inclusive grad programs, and retention strategies. https://buff.ly/3Ceyria

On the first day of National School Psychology Week we thank school psychologists for all the work they do to help kids spark discovery. For tips and resources for this #SchoolPsychWeek, visit buff.ly/4fa8gIE

In this new podcast, NASP President Peter Faustino discusses the importance of youth empowerment and how school psychologists can leverage it in support of student mental health. This episode features Claudia-Santi F. Fernandes the Director of Research and evaluation for the @btwfoundation Listen to the full podcast: https://buff.ly/3Yq5rNg

Imposter syndrome can lead to feelings of self-doubt, fear of failure, overpreparation, procrastination, and guilt about subsequent success. Because imposter syndrome is linked to structural inequities, women of color may be particularly impacted by feelings of imposter syndrome because of encounters with racism, sexism, and gender discrimination. Learn more about recommendations for how school psychologists can inform their practice and counter feelings of imposter syndrome that may ensue in their own lives. https://buff.ly/4f9UG7O