Featured Resources

CQ_SpotlightUnderstanding Race and Privilege
This social justice resource provides information on the role of privilege in the United States, the effects of privilege in schools, suggestions for talking to others about privilege, and more.

CQ_SpotlightUnderstanding the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Credential
This article explains applied behavior analysis, how to pursue the BCBA credential, and the scope of practice available to those with the credential.

CQ_SpotlightNASP Legends in School Psychology Address: To Dream the Impossible Dream
This podcast describes one school psychologist’s personal and professional quest, underpinned by a quixotic passion for acceptance, fairness, and equity. Through this address, he will encourage others to dream, and follow, their “impossible dream.”

CQ_SpotlightFamily–School Partnerships: A Guide for Parents & Educators
This resource provides guidance for establishing positive, effective relationships with families, particularly with regards to family–school conferences. The handout walks you through the steps to be successful, from preparation to in-meeting considerations to wrapping up.

CQ_SpotlightRescuing Students from the Slow Learner Trap
Use these classroom strategies to tap into the strengths of slow learners and help them succeed in school.

PodcastTrauma 101: Preparing Your School for Trauma-Informed Service Delivery
This podcast provides information on how to implement and evaluate continuing professional development aimed at creating consensus for and commitment to trauma-informed approaches in schools.

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WebinarLive Replay on Social Justice
Social justice is becoming a topic of increasing relevance in today’s tumultuous society. Register for this live replay on Friday, September 8, 2:00–3:20 p.m. EDT, for a focused overview of current leadership and social justice models as they relate to school psychology practice.

Member ProfileUpdate Your Member Profile Today
Help guide us in the development of member benefits by updating your member profile. The more we know about our members’ interests, specialties, and roles, the better we can develop resources and material to help them succeed.

Membership_RenewalRenew Your NASP Membership
The NASP membership year ended June 30 and for those who have yet to renew, benefits expired on August 9. Renew your membership or join NASP for access to member-only benefits through June 30, 2018.

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WebinarDyslexia Webinar
Register for this webinar on September 29 to learn about signs of future reading problems, tools for dyslexia screening, and interventions to improve reading performance and dyslexia screening accuracy.

PPIReview of 2017 GW/NASP PPI
This review summarizes last month’s 2017 GW/NASP Public Policy Institute in Washington, DC. Considering engaging in professional or legislative advocacy? Read on to learn more about the leaders in attendance and to access sample presentations and Capitol Hill talking points.

Quick_TipsQuick Tips: Building Capacity for Practice
Leverage other support personnel to advocate for the future of school psychology. Ask your school counselor to share “School Psychology: A Career That Makes a Difference” brochures with students who express interest in a career that involves working with children and youth.

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

The NASP Practice Model

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. NASP has developed this implementation guide as a resource to help school psychologists through the process of advocating for and implementing the model in their school or district.

NASP Practice Model