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First, in an attempt to reach out to broad, key stakeholders including kids, the community, parents, staff and others I will be driving this Web-page as a resource for all. My intention is that it will be an ideal vehicle, sort of speak, for individuals to ask questions, respond, and become engaged in the forums throughout the year. Just as teachers use various websites to communicate with parents on homework assignments, I will be communicating with parents, teachers and the community on such crucial topics as mental health, child development, neurological development and behavioral management. I look forward to maintaining this Web-page and update it on a regular basis. The more consistent we are as a team and engaged in this endeavor, the more we will be helping our kids become a successful, positive and productive citizens of our society.

Secondly, NASP is introducing the "School Psychologist's Web-page Project" to encourage school psychologists nationwide to create a positive community for children. All children deserve a high-quality, genuinely accessible education that supports their high academic achievement and healthy development which prepares them for a responsible citizenship and success in the global economy. Services and supports that decrease the number of obstacles to learning, i.e. those provided by school psychologists are central to this mission. School psychologists are a unique breed who support teachers' abilities to teach and students' abilities to learn. School psychologists provide direct and indirect educational, behavioral and mental health services for youth, as well as work with medical facilities, families, school administrators, and other professionals in the community to support a critical and creative learning and social environment for all students.

Finally, as I strive to meet personal goals, I feel this endeavor will keep me apprised with current issues regarding the practices of psychology as it pertains to our youth whether it be educational, neurological or clinical. My goal is to practice within the ten domains of school psychology which permeate all aspects of service and delivery. The [|NASP Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychologial Services], also known as the NASP Practice Model, represents NASP’s official policy regarding the delivery of school psychological services. It delineates what services can reasonably be expected from school psychologists across 10 domains of practice, and the general framework within which services should be provided. The recommended ratio for schools implementing this comprehensive Model is one school psychologist to 500–700 students. I currently provide psychological and support services for Bighorn County Districts 17H & 1, where 1,746 students are enrolled. It is a very busy setting, yet with the support of parents, students, staff and the community we can encourage children to achieve their best and become positive, productive citizens of tomorrow.

Regards,

Ms. Richards