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PSYCHOLOGY RESOURCES

Read our blog, news articles, legislative updates, newsletter archives, and videos and podcasts for school psychologists.

EVENT CALENDAR

KAPS hosts annual events, monthly meetings, and training opportunities for our members and community of school psychologists. See our calendar and register for events online.

KAPS MERCHANDISE

Our KAPS branded merchandise goes to support  our non-profit organization events, advocacy and training opportunities.

KAPS Mental Health Toolkit

The KAPS School Mental Health Toolkit is a resource designed by school psychologists for school psychologists, as well as other school mental health professionals. This toolkit lays out a detailed plan for providing tiered mental health supports within schools.  Included within the toolkit are a detailed description of recommended foundations for a school mental health program, framework for tiered supports,  service delivery models, school and community crises, and a plethora of clickable resources.

Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools

“Promoting educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth in Kentucky.”

About our Organization

The Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools is the professional association for school psychologists in Kentucky. We are affiliated with the National Association of School Psychologists, Kentucky Psychological Association, Kentucky Association of School Administrators, and Kentucky Center for School Safety.

MORE ABOUT KAPS

Positive Change

School psychologists can make a positive, lasting difference in children’s lives by unlocking each child’s potential for success.

Diversity

Psychologists promote appreciation and support for human diversity, by assessing and evaluating individual differences to identify intervention strategies.

Expertise

School psychologists apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.

Success

We work with teachers, families, teachers & administrators  to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments to increase student success.

Join or Renew KAPS Membership

Your membership helps us keep school psychologists’ needs in the limelight at Capital Hill and in the classroom.

Benefits of Membership

RESOURCES FOR PSYCHOLOGY IN SCHOOLS

Executive Council

Meet our executive council members for the 2021-2022 term.

Resources & Lists

Find useful resources, information and legislative updates.

Legislative News

The Legislative updates represents overarching policy goals and recommendations that support the mission and vision of KAPS

Training Opportunities

Upcoming workshops, seminars and online training opportunities.

Archives & Monthly Newsletter

For past newsletter, please visit our archive page. For current  relevant information to keep any school psychologist “up to speed” on Kentucky’s current events, visit our blog.

SUPPORTING OUR PSYCHOLOGISTS IN SCHOOLS

The Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools provides a useful listserv for colleagues to network through important announcements about upcoming events, useful resources and other information.
Subscribe to the NASP listserv. This subscription will allow you to discuss topics of interest to school psychologists across the nation.
Online Training and events for school psychologists in Kentucky from NASP, Schoolpsych.com, iSafe, SRP, UK, and more.
Legislative News, advocacy and representation for psychology in schools. Be Legislatively Active and Improve the Life of your Students and Colleagues!
The Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools periodically distributes a state newsletter that includes relevant information to keep any school psychologist “up to speed” on Kentucky’s current events.

KAPS CORE VALUES

Association’s mission statement and core values

RECENT NEWS & EVENTS

Upcoming PREPaRE Trainings

The Kentucky Center for School Safety in partnership with the Kentucky Association for Psychology in the Schools (KAPS) is offering PREPaRE Crisis Response Training for School Based Mental Health Professionals!   Hopkinsville Registration Link:  https://forms.gle/FdEthbbCJFPL8kWA9 Lexington Registration Link:  https://forms.gle/WgMZt2H2nPDvUCYy7 Please note: –Only 40 slots per training are available so first come, first serve!  –After you register…

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NASP Guidance for Ensuring Student Well-Being in the Context of the 2020 Election

The 2020 election has generated strong opinions, emotions, and disagreements among many Americans, and it is occurring in the context of widespread, ongoing stress and anxiety from the pandemic, economic challenges, and racial injustice and unrest. Regardless of the outcome of the election, we have much to do to heal and move forward as a nation. As parents, caregivers, and educators, we have a critical responsibility to help children and youth feel safe and secure and to help them learn how to engage with others of differing viewpoints in a peaceful, tolerant, and respectful manner.

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KAPS SPOTLIGHT: DR . WILLIAM “BILL” PFOHL

About Dr. Bill Pfohl He was recently informed of being the 2020 recipient of the prestigious APA Division 16: Jack Bardon Distinguished Services Award due to his hard work and dedication as an inspirational change agent in the field of school psychology. Over the years, his leadership has impacted the lives of many individuals and…

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