Featured Resources
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The Relationship Between Mental Health and Academic Achievement
This research summary reviews the association between students' mental health and academic achievement. Understanding this relationship is a central priority for educators, policymakers, and community members.
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New Position Statement
NASP has released a new position statement “Safe and Supportive Schools for Transgender and Gender Diverse Students” which affirms our support of the civil, human, and educational rights of transgender and gender diverse students.
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Mental & Behavioral Health
Mental health is as important as physical health to our quality of life. If ignored, mental health problems can interfere with children’s learning, development, relationships, and physical health.
Stay Informed
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Report: Active NCSP Holders in Each State
Each year, NASP provides a report on the total number of active NCSPs in each state (as of June 30), as well as how many NCSPs were issued by state and by institution/program between July 1 and June 30. The newest report is now live!
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Spotlight: Windsor Locks Public Schools
The Windsor Locks Public Schools system was recognized with NASP’s Excellence in School Psychological Services Award in 2021 with a Proficient designation and demonstrates a robust multitiered system of supports for service delivery.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Relative Age
This article was among the most popular articles on Taylor and Francis Online and discusses indications that children who are youngest in their grade are at greater risk of being diagnosed with, and medicated for, ADHD.
Get Engaged
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Action Alert
New and veteran advocates can always work with us to speak up for equitable access to school mental health services. Join our advocacy efforts by sending a letter to your elected officials.
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August Webinar
Join us for this live webinar on August 17 covering steps that can be taken to ease the transition to adulthood for students with ASD. Attendees who complete the necessary steps will earn NASP-approved, Category A CPD
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Position Opening: Editor of Communiqué
An Editor-Elect will be appointed by the NASP President as soon as possible. The Editor receives compensation through an annual stipend or salary replacement, in accordance with NASP fiscal policies and subject to the annual budget review process. Applications are due by August 15, 2022.
About NASP
The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) represents and supports the profession of school psychology by advancing effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior and mental health, and by maintaining essential standards for ethics and practice. Read more
NASP Practice Model
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The NASP Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services, also known as the NASP Practice Model, represents NASP’s official policy regarding the delivery of school psychological services. The model was updated as part of the NASP 2020 Professional Standards revision and builds on the success of the 2010 standards in advancing the comprehensive role of school psychologists across the country.