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Couch Chat: Holding Space for Hard Conversations: An ADR-Informed Approach for School Psychologists

This Couch Chat will be held Friday, February 6, 12:00 – 1:00PM Difficult conversations require both skill and intentionality. This session invites school psychologists to reflect on their role as facilitators, advocates, and problem-solvers when conflict arises. Using an Alternative Dispute Resolution lens, participants will explore communication strategies that emphasize listening, trust-building, and collaborative problem-solving …

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CASP Resume Review & Interview Prep Workshop

Join us on Saturday, February 7 at 9:30am PST for our online Resume Review & Interview Prep Workshop! Whether you’re a student just starting your career or looking to refine your job application skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools and knowledge to succeed in the job market for school psychologists. Key Takeaways:

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CASP LEP Forum – LEP Supervision: Requirements, Responsibilities and the Scope of Practice

This forum will be held January 29, 12PM-1PM Facilitated by Stephen Sodergren and Misty Bonta Key Considerations for LEPs as Supervisors The Supervisory Role: Understand the role as defined by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) Supervision Requirements and Documentation: Learn what the BBS requires for LEP supervision. Important New Law Changes: An important updates on the latest …

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CASP Today Publication

Fall 2025 CASP Today Now Available

The Fall 2025 issue of CASP Today is now live, featuring timely articles on DBT in schools, supporting executive functioning in neurodiverse learners, and the evolving role of school psychologists in AI-powered classrooms. Read important messages from CASP leadership, statewide regional and committee updates, and the latest legislative developments in our ongoing advocacy for school …

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Governor Signs AB 606 Into Law, Co-Sponsored by CASP

Sacramento, CA – October 9, 2025 – The California Association of School Psychologists (CASP) is pleased to announce that Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 606 into law on October 6, 2025. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Quirk-Silva and co-sponsored by CASP, advances systematic reforms to help address California’s critical shortage of Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) …

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CASP Student Leadership Program

“Your Voice. Your Future. Your Profession.” Are You Ready to Lead the Future of School Psychology? Join an elite cohort of graduate students from across California who are shaping the profession while developing essential leadership skills. What You’ll Gain: Professional Experience Leadership Development Network Building Career Enhancement Who We’re Looking For: Graduate students in school …

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CASP Code of Conduct

CASP Releases Updated Code of Ethics for School Psychologists, Addressing AI and Telehealth

Sacramento, CA – August 6, 2025 – The California Association of School Psychologists (CASP) has released an updated Code of Ethics for school psychologists. Led by Ethics Committee Gina Beaman, PsyD. and Co-Chair, Immediate Past-President, Melissa Wood, M.Ed., the 10-member committee made important updates and key additions. Formerly known as the CASP Code of Ethics, …

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CASP LEP Forum – Power Up Your Practice, Part 2: Providing Five-Star Feedback Sessions

This forum will be held September 25 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Join the LEP Forum for Power Up Your Practice: Providing Five-Star Feedback Sessions and discover how to make your client feedback meetings more impactful and engaging! Hosted by Misty Bonta and Bethany Zoeller, this interactive session will combine practical strategies with shared …

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Position Paper: Affirming Our Professional Ethics in a Time of Uncertainty: The Impact of the Loss of DEI within the Profession of School Psychology

As school psychologists, we operate under IDEA, a federal law built on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Our ethical codes from the California Association of School Psychologists ([CASP], 2021), the National Association of School Psychologists ([NASP], 2020), and the American Psychological Association ([APA], 2017) that guide our practices hold central key principles that underlie the …

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