ACT NOW! Advocate for Social Emotional Learning
Bipartisan legislation supporting students' development through social and emotional learning has been introduced to the 112th Congress by Representatives Judy Biggert (R‐IL), Dale E. Kildee (D‐MI), and Tim Ryan (D‐OH).
The Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning Act of 2011, HR 2437 will expand the availability of programs that teach students skills such as problem‐solving, conflict resolution, responsible decision-making, relationship building, goal‐setting, and self discipline. "This legislation will help teachers provide result‐driven instruction in skills that keep children focused on learning and prepare them to succeed in the real world," says Representative Judy Biggert, a member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee.
Read the Act (HR 2437) | Sample Letter | casel.org
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FASP recently formed a task force of select members to develop advocacy statements that could be used by school psychologists in their respective school districts. FASP is happy to present the first position paper created by this task force and encourages you to use this information to advocate for school psychologists throughout the state of Florida.
FASP would also like to share links to NASP's website that are excellent products with topics spanning across a variety of advocacy topics. You may need to tailor these articles to fit the needs of your individual districts, but their content is well-written and researched where appropriate.
Summary of NASP School Psychology Advocacy Materials
Evidence for the Positive Impact of School Psychological Services
School Psychologists: Improving Student and School Outcomes
Overview of School-Based Mental Health Providers
Position on Mental Health Services in Schools
What Makes a School Psychologist a School Psychologist?
Coalition Efforts
FASP recently partnered with the Florida School Counselor association (FSCA), and the Florida Association of School Social Workers (FASSW) to develop a coalition of advocacy throughout our state and with our state legislative body. The following letters have been developed to date:
Remember, advocacy is everyone's responsibility as a helping professional. Please read the information provided to you and continue your advocacy efforts for the children of Florida.