The newest issue of NASP’s member-only e-journal, School Psychology Forum, is now available online. Download articles on bridging research to practice, effective leadership practice, and RTI. Find these and past articles at www.nasponline.org/publications/spf/spfissues.aspx.
The Multicultural Affairs Committee has developed a series of articles addressing several key issues, including equity in education, disproportionality, the need for cultural responsiveness, and homeless children. These articles and others on related topics are available at www.nasponline.org/resources/culturalcompetence/cultcomppractice.aspx. Check out the latest, titled Preventing Disproportionality: A Framework for Culturally Responsive Assessment.
The NASP Ethical and Professional Practices Committee has updated the NASP Ethics Resource webpage. I encourage you to visit www.nasponline.org/standards/ethics/ethical-conduct-professional-practices.aspx for helpful resources and suggestions for addressing ethical or professional practice questions.
Purchase your copy of the newest edition of Professional Ethics for School Psychologists and strengthen your professional ethical identity. This resource helps you effectively interpret and put into practice the field’s ethical principles. With over 150 real and fictional cases, you’ll increase your ability to navigate through competing ethical principles and conflicting interests. Order your copy at www.nasponline.org/publications/index.aspx today.
Don’t miss your chance to see Dr. Melody Musgrove, Director of the Office of Special Education Programs for the U.S. Department of Education, speak at the NASP 2011 Annual Convention on Thursday, February 24. Dr. Musgrove will discuss the role that school psychologists will play in addressing the challenges facing special education. Visitwww.nasponline.org/conventions/index.aspx?menu=edu#tab2 for the full list of speakers and to register for the convention.
I look forward to writing to you next month with more NASP highlights.
Sincerely,
Deb Schwiesow, IA Delegate