Welcome to the Iowa School Psychologists Website! The Iowa School Psychologists Association (ISPA) is a nonprofit professional association representing the school psychologists in the state of Iowa. ISPA is an organization of professionals dedicated to promoting quality educational and mental health services to ALL children and youth.
"School psychologists have specialized training in both psychology and education. They use their training and skills to team with educators, parents, and other mental health professionals to ensure that every child learns in a safe, healthy and supportive environment. School psychologists understand school systems, effective teaching and successful learning. Today’s children face more challenges than ever before. School psychologists can provide solutions for tomorrow’s problems through thoughtful and positive actions today."
~National Association of School Psychologists
NEW!!! Please explore our new website to discover more about ISPA and School Psychology in Iowa. Our new ISPA member’s only section includes helpful tools, important legislative and NASP news, archived newsletters, board meeting minutes, School Psychologist blogs, and links submitted by school psychologists around the state.
ISPA MEMBERSHIPBecome a member now or renew your membership Receive these and other benefits of membership:
• Access to the NEW Members Only section of the ISPA website
• Professional Development - Reduced fee for the annual ISPA conference
• Network with other Professionals in Iowa
• Receive the ISPA Newsletter
• Regional and State Representation
• Awards and Recognition
• Job Announcements
ISPA’s mission is to lead, support and advocate for the profession of school psychology and the school psychologists who deliver services to children, youth, families, schools, and communities.
ISPA is committed to:
• Promoting school psychological services that are research based and result in improved outcomes for our customers.
• Supporting the unique role and contribution of school psychology.
• Providing effective professional development for school psychology.
• Collaborating and coordinating with other organizations and agencies to achieve common goals. |
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