Minnesota School Psychologists Association

Legislative Update 5-8-2013

Nicole Aune — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:38:31 +0000

To view the word document of the legislative update click here.

Dear MSPA Members,

The following is aLetter to the Editor written by retired MSPA lobbyistRalph Maves and published by the St. Paul Pioneer Press on Sunday, April 28. Ralph continuesto be actively engaged in advocating for the students we serve. His letter advocates in favor of eliminating high-stakes graduation testing in Minnesota and is in support of provisionsin the current House and Senate versions of Omnibus Education Bill, specifically Educational Expectations and Graduation Requirements for Minnesota’s students.

Thank you, Ralph, for your letter to the editor copied below.

Drop High-Stakes GRAD Tests

Last year, a working group on assessment and accountability was formed by the Minnesota commissioner of education. One of the recommendations of that group was to eliminate passage of high-stakes tests ... Read More »

Updated May 3rd: Employment Opportunities

Nicole Aune — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:22:21 +0000

School Psychologist job postings from St. Cloud State’s EdPost from April 29-May 3
School Psychologist – Richfield Public SchoolsPosted on 5/3/2013 School Psychologist, Medium Term Substitute -Posted on 5/2/2013 School Psychologist (2.0 FTE) – 2013/14 School Year – South Washington County SchoolsPosted on 5/1/2013 School Psychologist – Southwest / West Central Service CooperativePosted on 4/30/2013 Duluth Public School District- ISD#709-School PsychologistPosted on 4/29/2013 Teacher – School Psychologist – Osseo Area Schools – ISD 279Posted on 4/29/2013 Itinerant School Psychologist – Central Montana Learning Resource Center CooperativePosted on 4/29/2013 School Psychologist – Red Lake Schools #38Posted on 4/29/2013

June 7: Diverse Perspectives on Everyday Ethics: APA, MPA, and the Minnesota Board of Psychology

Nicole Aune — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:35:31 +0000

Minnesota Psychological Association presents:
Diverse Perspectives on Everyday Ethics: APA, MPA, and the Minnesota Board of Psychology
When: June 7, 2013

Where: Metropolitan State University, St. Paul Campus, 700 E. Seventh St., St. Paul, MN 55106

About the Program: Psychologists in every area of practice inevitably encounter ethical challenges in their work. Requests for letters to the court, “Facebook friendships,” or records for a couple with the permission of only one party are examples. Beyond these common dilemmas, we are all vulnerable to mistakes spawned by a lack of knowledge of evolving ethical standards, and to personal problems and circumstances that may interfere with normally sound judgment. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss case vignettes and to hear diverse perspectives from members of the APA Ethics Committee and Ethics Office, the MPA Ethics Committee, and the Board of Psychology. Panelists will emphasize how ethics codes ... Read More »

May 17: Addressing Bullying and Related Problems in Children and Adolescents

Nicole Aune — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:27:17 +0000

Minnesota Psychological Association presents:
Addressing Bullying and Related Problems in Children and Adolescents
When: May 17th, 2013 Where: Metropolitan State University, Midway Campus in St. Paul, MN

About the Program: This presentation aims to help participants understand the complex factors that often contribute to bullying and the problems that are commonly experienced by children and adolescents who are involved in bullying as aggressors, victims, or both. Participants will learn about school, group, and individual approaches to preventing and treating bullying and victimization, with emphasis on working with individual children and adolescents involved in bullying.

Participants will: 1. Gain understanding about the complex factors that can contribute to bullying problems. 2. Understand problems commonly experienced by children and adolescents who are involved in bullying as aggressors, victims, or both. 3. Become familiar with the characteristics of school-based programs that are successful in reducing bullying. 4. Learn evidence-based approaches to psychological assessment ... Read More »

Employment Opportunities updated 4/26/13

Nicole Aune — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:58:02 +0000

Employment Opportunities from St. Cloud State’s EdPost http://www1.stcloudstate.edu/joblistings/edpost/default.asp
School Psychologist Posting Posted on 4/24/2013 Special Education, School Psychologist — River Falls WI Posted on 4/23/2013 School Psychologist (2 openings) – Intermediate District 287 Posted on 4/23/2013 School Psychologist/ASD Specialist 1.0 FTE – Lionsgate Academy  Posted on 4/23/2013 School Psychologist – Tri-City United Schools  Posted on 4/23/2013 School Psychologist – Northland Special Ed CoopPosted on 4/20/2013 School Psychologist – Austin Public School District #492Posted on 4/19/2013 School Psychologist – Minnesota State AcademiesPosted on 4/19/2013 School Psychologist – Intermediate District 287Posted on 4/19/2013 School Psychologist – Edina Public SchoolsPosted on 4/17/2013 School Psychologist – Edina Public SchoolsPosted on 4/16/2013 School Psychologist – 2013-14 School Year – Fridley Public SchoolsPosted on 4/16/2013 School Psychologist/ASD Specialist 1.0 FTEPosted on 4/12/2013 School Psychologist/ASD Specialist 1.0 FTE – Lionsgate AcademyPosted on 4/8/2013 School Psychologist – Full Time – ... Read More »

2012-2013 Legislative Agenda

Nicole Aune — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 02:04:28 +0000

Minnesota School Psychologist Association

Legislative Agenda

2012-2013

Minnesota School Psychologists Improve Student and School Outcomes

Minnesota School Psychologists believe and work to ensure that every student is ready to learn and every teacher is empowered to teach. School psychologists work with students, educators, and families to support the academic achievement, positive behavior, and mental wellness of all students, especially those who struggle with barriers to learning. School psychologists help schools and families address some of our biggest challenges in education: improving and individualizing instruction to close the achievement gap; increasing graduation rates and preventing dropouts; creating safe, positives school climates and preventing violence; providing meaningful accountability; and strengthening family–school partnerships.

WHO ARE WE?
School Psychologists are highly trained in both education and psychology completing a minimum of a specialist-level degree program. Our training emphasizes: Mental health and educational interventions Learning behaviors Curriculum and ... Read More »

4/4/2013 More employment opportunities

Nicole Aune — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:32:59 +0000

School Psychologist – Hutchinson Public Schools
[Note: on the Ed Post site, Hutchinson has three school psychologist postings. Here is one of them]

Posted on 3/28/2013

Start Your Online Application Now
Date of Availability: 2013-2014 school year Date Closing: Open until filled Hutchinson Public Schools has a school psychologist position available beginning with the 2013-2014 school year.Hutchinson, MN has an excellent school system and is ideally located in South Central MN, just one hour west of the Metro area.

Questions? Contact Lisa Kraft, Director of Special Services, 320-587-2860 or lisa.kraft@hutch.k12.mn.us.

Hutchinson Public Schools uses the AppliTrack system from Aspex Solutions to manage employment applications online

Winona Area Public Schools-Full Time School Psychologist
Posted on 4/1/2013
Winona Area Public Schools is seeking candidates to fill a full-time School Psychologist position for the 2013-2014 School Year. Qualified candidates should hold the ... Read More »

Job Openings 3/28/2013

Nicole Aune — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:18:03 +0000
School Psychologist (1.0 FTE) – Runestone Area Education District
Posted on 3/28/2013

The Runestone Area Education District is accepting applications for a 1.0 FTE licensed School Psychologist to work in the Alexandria, MN area schools starting the 2013-14 school year.

Please submit application materials, along with an application (obtained by calling 320-763-5559) to the Runestone Area Education District, 700 Northside Dr. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308.

Application deadline – open until filled.

School Psychologist – Southern Minnesota Special Education Consortium
Posted on 3/25/2013

Job Posting for School Psychologist for the 2013-2014 school year.

Position Description: Provide school psychological services to students so that educational and social/emotional development can be enhanced, including but not limited to assessing students for identification of special education placement, consult with school staff in planning intervention strategies, attend student evaluation meetings to provide explanation of evaluation results to parents, Must comply with special education rules ... Read More »

Current 2013/2014 job postings (3/21/2013)

Nicole Aune — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:57:25 +0000
School Psychologist Job Postings from the St. Cloud State University Career Service (EdPost) site as of March 21st, 2013 School Psychologist – Intermediate District 287
Posted on 2/28/2013 3:45:26 PM

Start Your Online Application Now

Date of Availability: 08/26/13 Date Closing: Open Until Filled Salary Range: $35,350 - $76,590 DOE and E Start Date:   August 26,2013

Work Week:   40 Hours per week DESCRIPTION: Intermediate District 287 is seeking qualified candidates for a School Psychologist position. This class is accountable for assessing students in order to determine eligibility for special education services or continuing need for special education services. Ensures that proper procedures, methods and timelines are followed in accordance with federal laws, Minnesota statutes, and other guidelines. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: ... Read More »

Join Us! Feb. 28th mtg on Bullying Task Force

Nicole Aune — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:59:40 +0000
Come ensure that your voice is heard as Minnesota legislators discuss implementing the recommendations of the Governor’s Prevention of Bullying Task Force!
Thursday, 2/28, 5:00 PM

House Education Policy Committee Meeting, Basement of State Office Building, next to Capitol in St. Paul

Click here for a map and directions

Click here for more information about HF826, the bill that is being discussed.

If you have questions, feel free to contact MSPA Legislative Committee Chair Marilyn Leifgren (mleifgren@gmail.com) or committee member Dan Hyson (dhyson@hved.org or 612-559-2670).

We hope to see you there!