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California Association of School Psychologistswww.casponline.org
916/444-1595
CASP History
Founded in 1953
Largest statewide organization of school psychologists in the nation
Nearly 3,000 members
CASP Organizational Goals
Serve as a resource
Provide technical
assistance
Represent the profession to key policy makers
The Role of School Psychologists
Assist with early identification of
problems
Psychological counseling
Collaborate with parents, teachers,
health care providers
Assist in crisis intervention
Provide psychological assessments
Conduct research evaluations
School Psychologists are
Child Advocates
School Psychologists play an
integral role in improving the
educational experience for all
children.
School psychologists collaborate
with school personnel, local
government agencies and parents to
promote the mental health, learning
and welfare of California’s youth.
Students must have a healthy frame
of mind on which to build a solid
educational foundation.
CASP Profile
The California Association of School Psychologists,
was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in
Sacramento. CASP is the largest statewide
organization of school psychologists in the nation.
With membership of more than 2,500, CASP
represents the interest of the state’s school
psychologists – professionals dedicated to
improving the mental health and educational
experience for all students.
CASP Programs and Member Services
Certificate of Advanced Training & Specialization (CATS)
• Functional Analysis and Behavior Intervention
• School Crisis Prevention, Response and Intervention
• Assessment of the English Learner
Scholarships and Grants• Scientist-Practitioner Research Grant• Michael Goodman Memorial Research
Award
California School Psychology Foundation• Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Scholarship• Paul Henkin Convention Scholarship• School Psychology Mini-Grants• Contributions to children in need throughout the world
More . . CASP Programs and
Member Services
Continuing Education ProgramsAnnual Convention Winter ConferenceSummer Institute
ServicesLegislative and Regulatory Representation
Job Placement BulletinSchool Psychology Information and Referral
ServiceWeb Site – www.casponline.org
Public Awareness Campaign
PublicationsCASP Today
The California School PsychologistResource Papers and Hot Sheets
CASP Regions and Affiliates
Region IHumboldt-Del Norte Association of School Psychologists
Sonoma County Association of School Psychologists
Region IISanta Clara County Association of School Psychologists
School Psychologist Association of San Mateo CountyMonterey County Association of School Psychologists
Region IIICentral Valley Affiliate
Stanislaus County Association of School Psychologists
Region IVLos Angeles Association of School Psychologists
Region VGreater Long Beach Association of School Psychologists
Foothill Association of School Psychologists
Region VIRiverside Association of School Psychologists
Region VIISan Diego Association of School Psychologists
Imperial County Association of School Psychologists
Region VIIIVentura County Association of School Psychologists
San Luis Obispo County Association of School PsychologistsAntelope Valley Association of School Psychologists
Region IXOrange County Association of School Psychologists
Region XDelta Area Association of School Psychologists
California Education CodeSection 49424--School Psychologists, Services
A school psychologist is a
credentialed professional whose
primary objective is the
application of scientific principles
of learning and behavior to
ameliorate school-related
problems and to facilitate the
learning and development of
children in the public schools of
California.
1400 K Street, Suite 311, Sacramento, CA 95814
916/444-1595 (phone) * 916/444-1597 (fax)[email protected]
Suzanne M. Fisher, Executive DirectorSeptember 2007