Back to school is a very busy time. I wanted to take a moment to share some resources with you to help lighten your load!
I am pleased to invite you to attend the webinar ‘Developing High Quality Counseling IEPs’ on September 25 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. This webinar, a $30 value, is FREE for NASP members, and offers an invaluable opportunity to learn how to effectively incorporate counseling into the IEP process, and understand the unique benefits of counseling service. The live format lets you ask your questions directly to the authors of ‘School Psychologist as Counselor,’ Dr. Cynthia Plotts and Dr. Jon Lasser. Plus, you’ll earn 1 hour of documented NASP-, APA-, and NBCC-approved CPD for attending. You must register to be included in this webinar; visit http://nasp.inreachce.com/Details/Information/b185ff91-a028-44b3-8356-3055083283e4 to register today!
Get your copy of NASP’s newest edition of ‘Evidence-Based Practices for School Refusal and Truancy.’ Expert Mary Wimmer outlines meaningful interventions for different types of school refusal behavior in this practical, how-to guide. Remember, NASP members save 20% off the list price of this book at iweb.nasponline.org/iweb/Purchase/ProductDetail.aspx?Product_code=N1308
We want to hear your voice! Become a part of the NASP Communities at http://communities.nasponline.org and ask questions related to our profession, share your experience and ideas, and connect with your colleagues. Log in, sign up for the Communities of your choice, and join the conversation.
Mark your calendar! On October 1, registration will open for the NASP 2014 Annual Convention. This year’s convention will be held February 18–21 in Washington, DC and will cover topics ranging from social and academic interventions and assessments to bullying prevention and positive school discipline. Join us in DC and reignite your passion for school psychology. For more information, visit www.nasponline.org/conventions/2014/index.aspx.
Your NASP membership includes access to many easy-to-use resources for parents. As we enter a new school year, you will want to check out the back-to-school resources available at www.nasponline.org/families/index.aspx#back.
The NASP Children’s Fund provides support for projects that benefit children and families. Visit www.nasponline.org/about_nasp/cf_call_for_nominations.pdf to learn more about the fund and consider serving as a trustee.
The new NASP Position Statement ‘Racial and Ethnic Disproportionality in Education’ was adopted by the Delegate Assembly at its July meeting. You can find it at www.nasponline.org/about_nasp/positionpapers/Racial_Ethnic_Disproportionality.pdf.
I encourage you to visit the NASP Pinterest page at http://pinterest.com/nasponline/ and pin great resources to help you throughout the year.
Take a moment to update your contact information at www.nasponline.org/membership/memberupdate.aspx and make sure you continue to receive all the wonderful NASP member resources!
I look forward to sharing more NASP news with you as the year progresses.
Sincerely,
Charlotte Wieck
NASP State Delegate – IA