Kansas Association of School Psychologists

Kansas Association of School Psychologists KASP Empowers

The Kansas Association of School Psychologists is a non-profit, state-wide organization of school psychologists, informally established in 1960-61 and formally incorporated in 1963-64. Its membership includes school psychologists who are employed across the state in both public and private schools and agencies, as well as faculty and students in graduate training programs.

✨ONE WEEK AWAY✨📢 Members Only Webinar – Free!Join us for “Meet the New, All-Digital WJ V: An Introduction to the Woodcoc...
02/27/2026

✨ONE WEEK AWAY✨
📢 Members Only Webinar – Free!

Join us for “Meet the New, All-Digital WJ V: An Introduction to the Woodcock-Johnson Fifth Edition!”

Discover what’s new in the WJ V and how you can effectively use this all-digital assessment tool in your practice.

🗓 March 6, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM (CST)
💻 Virtual
💲 Free for Members

Register today at www.kasp.org

We hope to see you there!

📍 School Mental Health Advocacy Day at the CapitolOn Tuesday, more than 80 school-based mental health providers from acr...
02/26/2026

📍 School Mental Health Advocacy Day at the Capitol

On Tuesday, more than 80 school-based mental health providers from across Kansas gathered at the State Capitol for School Mental Health Advocacy Day.

This annual event is a collaborative effort between:
🤝 KASP (Kansas Association of School Psychologists)
🤝 KSNO (Kansas School Nurses Organization)
🤝 KSSWA (School Social Workers Association)
🤝 KSCA (Kansas School Counselors Association)

We were honored to hear from Senator Ethan Corson, Dr. Beryl Ann New, and Governor Laura Kelly. The focus was celebrating the importance of mental health support in schools, celebrating victories, and discussing priorities moving forward.

The day focused on:
✨ Celebrating the importance of mental health supports in schools
✨ Highlighting recent victories
✨ Discussing shared priorities moving forward

A professional panel representing school psychologists, nurses, social workers, and counselors—from urban, suburban, and rural districts across all grade levels—engaged in a thoughtful Q&A session, sharing real-world insights from the field.

In the afternoon, participants met with elected officials and attended House and Senate Education Committee meetings to continue important conversations about supporting Kansas students.

It was an inspiring day of collaboration, advocacy, and partnership—reminding us that when we work together, we are stronger for Kansas students. 💙

📢 Advocacy Alert: HB 2434 Being Considered Today📢 The Kansas House is considering HB 2434, the state budget bill, which ...
02/25/2026

📢 Advocacy Alert: HB 2434 Being Considered Today📢

The Kansas House is considering HB 2434, the state budget bill, which includes added provisos containing policy language related to tenure and DEI/CRT that were previously introduced in separate House bills earlier this session.

📄 Where to Find the Language

Page 258 (lines 31–43)

Page 259 (line 1)

Because this language is included within the larger budget bill, today is an important opportunity for constituents and education professionals to stay informed and communicate with House representatives.

🗣 How to Advocate Today

✅ Find Your House Representative
Use this link to identify your local rep! https://pluralpolicy.com/open/

✅ Reach Out Quickly
Same-day communication matters. Consider:
🗣Calling the representative’s office
📩Sending a brief email
👥Requesting a short conversation or virtual meeting

📞 Sample Talking Points

Introduction:
“Hello, my name is [Name], and I am a constituent (and school psychologist) from [Town]. I’m reaching out regarding HB 2434.”

Purpose:
“I am asking the Representative to [Support/Oppose] this budget bill when it comes to the House floor.”

Share Your Perspective:
Briefly describe your professional role or community connection and any observations, questions, or considerations you want legislators to keep in mind.

Closing:
“Thank you for your time and for considering feedback from constituents.”

Engaging respectfully and sharing professional insight helps legislators understand how policy decisions affect schools, educators, and communities.

📢 Members Only Webinar – Free!Join us for “Meet the New, All-Digital WJ V: An Introduction to the Woodcock-Johnson Fifth...
02/24/2026

📢 Members Only Webinar – Free!

Join us for “Meet the New, All-Digital WJ V: An Introduction to the Woodcock-Johnson Fifth Edition!”

Discover what’s new in the WJ V and how you can effectively use this all-digital assessment tool in your practice.

🗓 March 6, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM (CST)
💻 Virtual
💲 Free for Members

Register today at www.kasp.org

We hope to see you there!

📣 TOMORROW: School Mental Health Advocacy Day 2026 📣Join KASP at the Kansas State Capitol as we come together to advocat...
02/23/2026

📣 TOMORROW: School Mental Health Advocacy Day 2026 📣

Join KASP at the Kansas State Capitol as we come together to advocate for strong, student-centered school mental health supports across Kansas. Check out the links below for helpful resources to prepare!

📅 Tuesday, February 24, 2026
📍 State Capitol | 1st Floor – North Wing
🕣 Check-in begins: 8:30 AM
🗣️ Morning Session: 9:00–11:15 AM
🤝 Legislator visits & committee meetings: on your own
🕐 Afternoon Session: 1:00–4:00 PM
✅ Important reminder: Please schedule meetings with your legislators ahead of time!

🔹 Kansas School Psychologist Shortages Report & Lawmaker Infographics
https://www.kasp.org/school-psychologist-shortages

🔹 Advocacy 101 & Legislator Information
Learn how to effectively share your message with policymakers.

🔹 School Psychologists as Qualified Mental Health Providers
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqOjbfYEz6bsbUbjWucFdWhF1yQYucg9/view?usp=sharing

🔹 Parking Information
https://www.kasp.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=nlH6X9JaSPFPxeamGuPrkIoRdpRA9JLznDunjdRkOOE7VeIuDD5hTLfD18RotXpvOr%2fuD0UdeRbydXHG%2b%2blX%2b%2fedi3JBWISKosK85FfTtQU%3d

🔹 Contact Script for Legislators
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LtRBoNU_ULTFo1DGEkuFFYYhvszF3pCG/view?usp=sharing

🔹 Who Are School Psychologists?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16s_M4vao4SDYOuheIlNd2PPmB_LsDBub/view?usp=sharing

Together, we can advocate for adequate staffing, expanded mental health supports, and stronger outcomes for Kansas students.

🧠 Every voice matters. Every student deserves support.

✨ Make Kindness the Norm—Everywhere ✨Kindness doesn’t stop at the classroom door. When educators and school staff suppor...
02/20/2026

✨ Make Kindness the Norm—Everywhere ✨

Kindness doesn’t stop at the classroom door. When educators and school staff support one another, everyone benefits—including students.

This Random Acts of Kindness Week, we encourage school teams to model kindness, collaboration, and care in every space.

🎥 Norm’s Mission: Bringing Kindness to the Workplace
🔗 https://youtu.be/nOCc0nS4_XA

🏫 Kindness Transforms School Communities 🏫Kindness isn’t just nice—it’s powerful. Norm’s story shows how intentional act...
02/19/2026

🏫 Kindness Transforms School Communities 🏫

Kindness isn’t just nice—it’s powerful. Norm’s story shows how intentional acts of kindness can transform school culture and strengthen relationships.

As school psychologists, we see firsthand how kindness supports social-emotional learning, positive behavior, and student success.

🎥 Norm’s Impact: How Kindness Transformed a School
🔗 https://youtu.be/wnD2KPM31sc

📣 WE ARE ONE ONE WEEK AWAY FROM School Mental Health Advocacy Day 2026 📣Join KASP at the Kansas State Capitol as we come...
02/17/2026

📣 WE ARE ONE ONE WEEK AWAY FROM School Mental Health Advocacy Day 2026 📣

Join KASP at the Kansas State Capitol as we come together to advocate for strong, student-centered school mental health supports across Kansas.

📅 Tuesday, February 24, 2026
📍 State Capitol | 1st Floor – North Wing
🕣 Check-in begins: 8:30 AM
🗣️ Morning Session: 9:00–11:15 AM
🤝 Legislator visits & committee meetings: on your own
🕐 Afternoon Session: 1:00–4:00 PM
✅ Important reminder: Please schedule meetings with your legislators ahead of time!

📲 Register here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeqLSHzAsV.../viewform...

Let’s show up, speak up, and strengthen mental health supports for Kansas students and schools. 💪🧠🌻

✨ Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day ✨Today is a reminder that small acts of kindness can have a meaningful impact on stu...
02/17/2026

✨ Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day ✨

Today is a reminder that small acts of kindness can have a meaningful impact on student well-being, school climate, and one another 💛

Consider trying one today:
• Write a kind note
• Thank a teacher or school staff member
• Check in with a student or colleague
• Offer a genuine compliment
• Lend a helping hand

Kindness helps create supportive, connected school communities.

🌟 INSPIRE Kindness 🌟Meet Norm—just an everyday hero on a mission to make kindness the norm. One simple act of kindness c...
02/16/2026

🌟 INSPIRE Kindness 🌟

Meet Norm—just an everyday hero on a mission to make kindness the norm. One simple act of kindness can change everything.

In schools, small moments of care, encouragement, and connection can have a lasting impact on students’ sense of belonging and well-being.

🎥 Meet Norm: How One Act of Kindness Changed Everything
🔗 https://www.randomactsofkindness.org

✨HAPPENING THIS TUESDAY✨🧠Have Dyslexia Evaluation Questions? Join our monthly virtual Dyslexia Office Hours to talk thro...
02/15/2026

✨HAPPENING THIS TUESDAY✨

🧠Have Dyslexia Evaluation Questions?

Join our monthly virtual Dyslexia Office Hours to talk through best practices, Kansas Eligibility Indicators, and cases in a collaborative, judgment-free space. Our next one is TUESDAY at 11:00!

👥Who: School Psychologists, Practicum Students, and Interns
🗓When: Monthly, 11:00–12:00 pm
💡Dates: 2/17/26 • 4/21/26 • 5/5/26
🤝Facilitators: Mandy Cundy, Tommie Gonsalez, and Susan Severin

✅Register via Greenbush: https://events.greenbush.org/registration

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McPherson, KS
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