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• Previously Recorded: School Psychology: A Career that Makes a Difference

  • Start
    11/18/2021
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    2:00 PM
  • End
    10/18/2030
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    3:00 PM
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    A Zoom link will be provided after registration
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  Previously Recorded: School Psychology: A Career that Makes a Difference

  Live-streamed November 18th, 2021

  By: Janna Aupperlee, Tracy Hobbs, Michele Millhouse

  Joe Sbar, and Shelbie Spear

  Free for all

  No SCECHs are available for this offering

  
  

  This event is intended for undergraduate students

  SESSION DESCRIPTION: Do you enjoy helping children with academic, emotional, and social skill concerns?  Do you like to collaborate with others to promote positive outcomes for students?  If so, the field of School Psychology may be an exciting career opportunity for you.  The Michigan Association of School Psychologists (MASP) is hosting a School Psychology webinar.  This will provide an overview of the field of School Psychology with professors from the field and School Psychologists who have worked in a variety of settings.  The webinar will also include a discussion panel with the Michigan School Psychologist of the Year and a School Psychology graduate student.  

  About the presenters:

  Jana Aupperlee:

  Jana is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, a Licensed Psychologist in Michigan, and a Health Service Psychologist. She is Coordinator of the EdS Program in School Psychology at Michigan State University and the Training Co-Director of the Mid-Michigan Psychology Internship Consortium. She teaches a variety of school and practice-based courses and collaborates with local school psychologists in the supervision of practicum students.

  Tracy Hobbs, NCSP:

  Tracy has been a school psychologist for 42 years and currently serves as MASP's Membership Chair; he also serves on the NASP Board of Directors as the Strategic Liaison for Professional Development. Tracy spent the first 30 years of his career employed by the Lake Orion Community Schools, and since "retiring" in 2010, has provided long-term substitute services for several school districts across the state. Tracy lives in Lake Ann and most recently worked for the Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District.

  Michele Millhouse: 

  Michele has worked as a school psychologist for seventeen years in the urban, suburban, and rural setting across all grade levels in two states (Michigan and Pennsylvania).  Michele earned an Ed.S. from Lehigh University and a B.S. in Special Education from Kent State University.  In addition to her work as a school psychologist, Michele has served as the MASP School Psychologist Shortage Committee Chair and has held the position of Region 13 Directors for the past two years.  Michele has participated in committees through the Michigan Department of Education related to supporting parents of children with special needs, diversity/equity in education, and mental health services during COVID-19.  Further, Michele participated in the creation of the Michigan Department of Education Return to School Mental Health Toolkit to support educators, students, and parents during COVID-19.  She also has served as a member of the School Based Mental Health Committee. This organization consists of board members from the Michigan School Counselor Association, the Michigan Association of School Psychologists, and the Michigan Association of School Social Workers.  As a board member of MASP Michele has assisted lawmakers in Michigan in legislation related to suicide prevention, threat assessment and the provision/expansion of mental health support in our state. 

  Joe Sbar:

  Joe Sbar is currently a school psychologist with the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District in Sault Ste. Marie and throughout his career, has served as a clear example of service to children, families, schools, and the profession as both a practitioner and an advocate. His leadership has been evident through his work implementing multitiered system of supports (MTSS) through his participation as a member of the ISD-Level Regional MTSS Implementation Team and the Joseph K. Lumsden Anishnabe PSA District MTSS Implementation Team. Joe has provided leadership in the area of crisis response as the Lead Organizer of Eastern Upper Peninsula PREPaRE Crisis Response Team. Joe has also worked to address the critical shortage of school psychologists in Michigan by developing and providing presentations to undergraduate students to recruit future school psychologists to the field as well as by serving as a highly effective supervisor to school psychology interns.

  Shelbie Spear:

  Shelbie is a second year student in the Doctoral Program in School Psychology at Michigan State University. Shelbie’s current research centers teacher implementation of evidence-based practices for working with refugee youth and refugee youth’s perspectives on their experiences in schools and community-based programs. She received the Summer Research Development Fellowship in 2021 to pursue these interests. Shelbie currently serves on the Student Editorial Board for School Psychology Review, is the president of the Michigan State University chapter of the Student Affiliates in School Psychology, and is the co-chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee within the School Psychology program.

  
  

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• Previously Recorded: Reimagining School Psychologists as Healers

  • Start
    01/10/2023
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    01/07/2024
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    12:00 PM
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    Zoom
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  Previously Recorded: Reimagining School Psychologists as Healers

  Live-streamed January 10th, 2023

  Presented by: Celeste M. Malone, PhD, MS

  Only $10 for members and $20 for non-members

  No SCECHs are available for viewing the recorded version.  

  DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES:

  Ample evidence indicates that marginalized students experience oppression and discrimination in schools. On an interpersonal level, marginalized students experience discrimination in the form of microaggressions and bias-based bullying. Structural oppression emerges as restricted access to educational opportunities and differential treatment by school staff. The ongoing exposure and re-exposure to oppression impact negatively students' mental and physical health leading to traumatic stress. As mental health professionals, school psychologists teach marginalized students coping skills to help them survive invalidating school environments; however, our goal should be to create environments that allow all students to thrive. This requires school psychologists to embrace healing centered approaches that affirm students' identities, empower students to be agents in restoring their own well-being, and correct the unjust practices which marginalize some students.

  As a result of this session, attendees will be able to

  ●      Describe the relationship between oppression and traumatic stress

  ●      Explain the difference between coping and healing

  ●      Apply social justice principles to engage in healing-centered school psychology practice

  PRESENTER INFORMATION:

  Celeste M. Malone, PhD, MS, is an associate professor and coordinator of the school psychology program at Howard University. She received her master’s degree in school counseling from Johns Hopkins University and her doctorate in school psychology from Temple University, and she completed a postdoctoral fellowship in child clinical and pediatric psychology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Celeste’s primary research interest relates to multicultural and diversity issues embedded in the training and practice of school psychology. Specifically, her work addresses the development of multicultural competence through education and training, diversification of the profession of school psychology, and the relationship between culturally responsive practice and pre-K–12 student outcomes. Related to her interest in professional issues in school psychology, Celeste has continuously held leadership positions in psychology professional associations and has been recognized for her ongoing leadership and commitment to social justice in psychology by presidential recognitions from NASP, the Maryland School Psychologists’ Association, and APA Division 16 School Psychology. Celeste is the 2022–2023 NASP President and, notably, is the second person of color to ever serve in this role.

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• Previously Recorded: Overview of the Michigan Dyslexia Handbook

  • Start
    05/11/2023
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    05/11/2024
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    5:30 PM
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    Zoom
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  Previously Recorded:  Overview of the Michigan Dyslexia Handbook

  
  

  Dr. Kim St. Martin, MiMTSS TA Center, Director

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  Ms. Shelly Proebstle, MDE, Literacy Manager

  Recorded May 11th, 2023

  Only $10 for members and $20 for non-members

  No SCECHs are available for viewing the recorded version.  
  

  DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES:

  During this 2-hour professional development participants will hear from contributing authors of the Michigan Dyslexia Handbook, Dr. Kim St. Martin and Ms. Shelly Proebstle, share the definition of dyslexia, causes, and how reading science can help inform educators to intensify interventions.

  Learning Objectives:

  • Be introduced to the Michigan Dyslexia Handbook
  • Develop a shared understanding of best practices to prevent reading difficulties
  • Understand assessment practices needed to inform instruction and intervention

  MATERIALS: 

  • MDE_Dyslexia_Handbook.pdf
  • MDE Dyslexia Guidance Overview.pdf

  REFUND POLICY: 

  Refunds will not be made routinely. All refunds are subject to an administration fee of $10.00. Requests for a refund must be made by email or in writing and postmarked no later than 05/08/23. Allow 3 weeks for refund.

  DISPUTED CHARGES POLICY: 

  Should an individual dispute charges, particularly due to not recognizing the MASP charge on their credit/debit card, the card holder will be responsible for providing a Letter of Acceptance so that MASP may respond to the chargeback claim.  The card holder will be assessed a fee of $25, regardless of the outcome of the chargeback, for having to reverse process the money to the card issuing bank. 

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• Previously Recorded: Career Counselor Webinar-School Psychology: A Career that Makes a Difference

  • Start
    10/12/2023
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    1:00 PM
  • End
    10/24/2030
  • Location
    A recording link will be provided after registration
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  **Career Counselor Webinar**

  School Psychology: A Career that Makes a Difference

  
  

  Live-streaming October 12th, 2023 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

  Jana Aupperlee, Tracy Hobbs, and Michele Millhouse

  
  

  DESCRIPTION:

  The field of school psychology is an exciting and rewarding career that has been consistently voted one of the top social science professions by U.S. News and World Reports. The Michigan Association of School Psychologists is excited to host a webinar for college career counselors about the field of school psychology. This webinar will provide an overview of the field of school psychology with professors from the field and school psychologists who have worked in a variety of settings. It will also include information regarding programs in Michigan and how students can build a successful application for graduate school in the field of school psychology.

  
  

  CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: 

  No SCECHs are available for this session. 

  
  

  PRESENTER INFORMATION:

  Jana Aupperlee

  Jana is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, a Licensed Psychologist in Michigan, and a Health Service Psychologist. She is Coordinator of the EdS Program in School Psychology at Michigan State University and the Training Co-Director of the Mid-Michigan Psychology Internship Consortium. She teaches a variety of school and practice-based courses and collaborates with local school psychologists in the supervision of practicum students.

  Tracy Hobbs

  Tracy is starting his 44th year as a school psychology practitioner. He earned his undergraduate degree at Eastern Michigan University, his graduate degree from Eastern Illinois University, and following his internship in Urbana, Illinois, returned to Michigan where he spent the first 30 years of his career with the Lake Orion Community Schools. Following his retirement in 2010, Tracy returned to the workforce the following year to provide long-term substitute coverage for a school psychologist on maternity leave and has continued to provide these services, in a variety of settings across the state, since that time. He is currently providing long-term school psychology substitute services for Northwest Education Services in Traverse City. Tracy serves as MASP’s Membership Chair as well as the Region 2 Alternate Director and previously served as MASP President. Tracy has also held several leadership positions within NASP (National Association of School Psychologists) including 6 years as a Strategic Liaison and member of the NASP Board of Directors.

  Michele Millhouse

  Michele has worked as a school psychologist for seventeen years in the urban, suburban, and rural setting across all grade levels in two states (Michigan and Pennsylvania). Michele earned an Ed.S. from Lehigh University and a B.S. in Special Education from Kent State University. In addition to her work as a school psychologist, Michele has served as the MASP School Psychologist Shortage Committee Chair and has held the position of Region 13 Directors for the past two years. Michele has participated in committees through the Michigan Department of Education related to supporting parents of children with special needs, diversity/equity in education, and mental health services during COVID-19. Further, Michele participated in the creation of the Michigan Department of Education Return to School Mental Health Toolkit to support educators, students, and parents during COVID-19. She also has served as a member of the School Based Mental Health Committee. This organization consists of board members from the Michigan School Counselor Association, the Michigan Association of School Psychologists, and the Michigan Association of School Social Workers. As a board member of MASP Michele has assisted lawmakers in Michigan in legislation related to suicide prevention, threat assessment and the provision/expansion of mental health support in our state.

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• Previously Recorded: Stay Current: Legal and Policy Issues Pertaining to LGBTQ+ Students and School Staff

  • Start
    10/27/2023
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    10/27/2024
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    Link to the recording will be emailed after registration
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  Stay Current: Legal & Policy Issues Pertaining to

  LGBTQ+ Students and School Staff

  Jay Kaplan

  Live-streaming October 27th, 2023 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  Only $10 for members and $20 for non-members

  DESCRIPTION:

  This hour long session will provide an overview of current law governing LGBTQ students (civil rights laws and legal protections). It will address issues directly impacting LGBTQ students, which include: use of chosen names and pronouns, parental notification policies, and privacy rights of LGBTQ+ students. Time will be dedicated to discussing book banning and addressing harassment and bullying of LGBTQ+ students. The role that GSAs play in providing a safe and supportive learning environment will be covered, in addition to supportive symbols, including the rainbow pride flags. 

  PRESENTER INFORMATION:

  Jay Kaplan has been the staff attorney for the ACLU of Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Project since its founding in 2001.

  He has worked on cases including challenging undercover sting operations targeting gay men, fighting Michigan’s constitutional amendment prohibiting same-sex couples from marrying, defending the validity of second parent adoptions granted in Michigan, and recently advocating for a transgender high school student to be able to run for prom court. Jay was honored with the 2006 Unsung Hero Award from the Michigan State Bar and the 2010 Virginia Uribe Civil Rights Award from the National Education Association (NEA).

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Continuing Education Credit:

  Participants may earn 1.0 SCECH for attending the live event and completing the appropriate SCECH's survey within two weeks.  A link to a recorded version will be provided to all registered guests.  You may register and receive a link to the recording up to one year after the live event. Please note, the recording will not be available until two weeks after the event.  As a result, participants can not earn SCECH's for viewing the recorded version.  

  Refund Policy:

  Refunds will not be made routinely. 

  Disputed Charges Policy:

  Should an individual dispute charges, particularly due to not recognizing the MASP charge on their credit/debit card, the card holder will be responsible for providing a Letter of Acceptance so that MASP may respond to the chargeback claim. The card holder will be assessed a fee of $25, regardless of the outcome of the chargeback, for having to reverse process the money to the card issuing bank. 

  Contact the MASP Conference Chair at Hannah.Barraw@gmail.com with any questions or concerns regarding this event.

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• Understanding and Responding to Adolescents’ Online Sexual Experiences

  • When
    12/12/2023
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Understanding and Responding to Adolescents’ Online Sexual Experiences

  
  

  Megan Maas, PhD
  

  Live-streaming December 12th, 2023 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

  Only $10 for members and $20 for non-members

  
  

  DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES:

  Pornography has never been more accessible to adolescents as it is now, and mainstream media has never been more sexualized. Educators, parents, and practitioners often don’t know how to address this new reality with adolescents. This webinar teaches you everything you need to know about internet pornography use, social media, and sexting during adolescence: From market research on the industry, to how pornography affects the brain, to how and why adolescents are sexting. Finally, we will discuss why marginalized adolescents are more vulnerable to maladaptive outcomes from online sexual experiences. 

  
  

  Participants will leave this session with confidence to 

  (1) help teens develop competencies to navigate these digital spaces; 

  (2) identify specific acts of online sexual misconduct that require action from school staff, and 

  (3) respond with protective policies and procedures that support victims and provide appropriate disciplinary action for perpetrators.  

  
  

  PRESENTER INFORMATION:

  

  Megan Maas, PhD, is an internationally recognized expert in media and sexual behavior. 

  Currently, she is an assistant professor in Human Development & Family Studies at Michigan State University. Her award-winning research, recognized by the American Psychological Association, focuses on adolescent sexual development. Specifically, she investigates how experiences of social media, sexting, and online pornography play a bi-directional role in the development of attitudes and behavior related to sexuality and gender. 

  She received her PhD from The Pennsylvania State University as a pre-doctoral fellow funded by the National Institutes of Health. Born and raised in California, Megan earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Sacramento. She also holds a master’s degree in Human Development & Family Studies from Penn State.

  ​Before pursuing an academic career, Megan worked on film sets in Los Angeles where she developed her passion for storytelling. After gravitating toward education, she worked as a health educator and developed a popular lecture series which integrated peer-reviewed information on pornography use into sexual health behavior for lectures for college students, parents, and mental health professionals. Since then, Megan has served as a facilitator, workshop leader, and speaker on issues revolving around adolescent sexuality, sexualization, pornography use, sexual socialization, pornography use in romantic relationships, and parent-child communication about sexuality at universities and organizations across the country.

  In addition to publishing her research in academic journals, she also publishes her work in mass media outlets such as HuffPost, CNN, and Salon. She also continues her passion for storytelling by translating science to general audiences in documentary films, podcasts, and television interviews. 

  
  

  SCECH/CPD INFORMATION:

  Participants may earn 2.0 SCECHs for attending the live event and completing the appropriate SCECH's survey within two weeks.  A link to a recorded version will be provided to all registered guests.  You may register and receive a link to the recording up to one year after the live event. Please note, the recording will not be available until two weeks after the event.  As a result, participants can not earn SCECH's for viewing the recorded version.  

  Refund Policy:

  Refunds will not be made routinely. 

  Disputed Charges Policy:

  Should an individual dispute charges, particularly due to not recognizing the MASP charge on their credit/debit card, the card holder will be responsible for providing a Letter of Acceptance so that MASP may respond to the chargeback claim. The card holder will be assessed a fee of $25, regardless of the outcome of the chargeback, for having to reverse process the money to the card issuing bank. 

  
  

  Contact the MASP Conference Chair at Hannah.Barraw@gmail.com with any questions or concerns regarding this event.

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• Be SMART: Secure Gun Storage Saves Kids' Lives

  • When
    04/26/2024
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    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Be SMART: Secure Gun Storage

  Saves Kids' Lives

  
  

  April 26, 2023  11:00am-12:00pm

  Live-Stream Only

  
  

  Susan M. Koceski, PhD

  This event is free to MASP Members and Nonmembers.

  Registration is open to all. 

  
  

  DESCRIPTION:

  Be SMART is a national nonprofit educational campaign designed specifically for adults to emphasize the lifesaving importance of secure firearm storage to protect children, teens, and at-risk individuals from unauthorized access to guns, resulting in suicide, unintentional death, injury, and trauma. Be SMART provides simple steps for adults, gun owners and non-gun owners alike, on ways to mitigate gun violence. We encourage adults to follow these 5 steps to help protect children:

  S -  Secure guns in your homes and vehicles

  M - Model responsible behavior around guns

  A - Ask about unsecured guns in other homes

  R - Recognize the role of guns in suicide

  T - Tell your peers to Be SMART

  
  

  Website for more information: https://besmartforkids.org/. 

  SCECHs: 

  No SCECHs will be offered for this session.

  PRESENTER:

  Susan M. Koceski, Ph.D. is a school psychologist, MASP Region #7 Director (Oakland County), PREPaRE Trainer and a Be SMART volunteer.  She will be offering information on the Be SMART program so that you can advocate for secure firearm storage in your area. 

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