Arkansas School Psychology Association (ASPA)

Welcome to ASPA - Arkansas School Psychology Association!

The Arkansas School Psychology Association (ASPA) represents School Psychology Specialists who work in the public schools in Arkansas. In addition, licensed mental health professionals such as counselors, psychologists, psychological examiners, and educators serving the mental health and educational needs of children in Arkansas are welcome to join!

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ASPA Fall Conference September 15-16, 2011
AGORA Conference Center, Conway, AR

Our speaker will be Jose L. Martin, J.D. His topic is The modernization of the LD evaluation: An update on special education law and issues related to RTI interventions and evaluation procedures. Mr. Martin will provide case law examples and hard facts relevant to the trends in special education that could challenge current practices in Arkansas.

Clink the save-the-date link for more information!

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Have you read the ASPA Voice lately? It is a great resource to get to know our members and learn something new! Click the link to download your copy!

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***This conference is paper registration only***

Are you ready???

The Summer Conference Series is here!

July 12: Assessment of Executive Functions
Presented by Anise Flowers, Ph.D., Pearson Consultant

July 13: Assessment of Working Memory
Presented by Anise Flowers, Ph.D., Pearson Consultant

July 25: Entering a new age of assessment for learning disabilities- Understanding patterns of strengths and weaknesses
Presented by Kim Dielmann, Ph.D., School Psychologist

Please see attached registration form and directions form for more information

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Click here for a list of area hotels.

Click here for a list of area restaurants.
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ASPA AWARDS 2010

ASPA Spring 2011 Scholarship Recipient
Danielle Reece
UCA Graduate Student
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Take a look at ASPA's
Professional Development
page for additional training
opportunities in your area!

Purpose

The Arkansas School Psychology Association was founded in 1981, and is an affilitate of the National Association of School Psychologists.
The purpose of this organization shall be:

a. To support its members in their delivery of educational and mental health services to children and their families;
b. To support its members in their efforts to advance system-wide strategies for educational service delivery;
c. To advance the professional standards of school psychology;
d. To encourage and provide opportunities for the professional growth of Association members; and
e. To inform the public about the services and practice of school psychology.

Arkansas Licensure Requirements

Seeking licensure in Arkansas as a School Psychology Specialist? Contact the Professional Licensure division at the Arkansas Department of Education:
http://arkansased.org/educators/licensure.html

ASPA Board Members

Click here for a complete list of our Board Members.

Mission Statement:

The Arkansas School Psychology Association is a professional association that serves its members and society by working with schools, communities, and families to promote the educational and mental health needs of children.

For additional information, write to: Rita Philips ~ P.O. Box 739 ~ Melbourne ~ AR 72556 rita.philips@northcentral.k12.ar.us