National School Psychology Week is recognized during the week of November 6-10, 2023 to highlight the important work school psychologists and other educators do to help all students thrive.
At the OCDSB, school psychology staff are Registered Health Professionals with extensive training in both child and adolescent development, learning styles and processes, behaviour, motivation, counselling and effective teaching. School psychology staff aim to provide culturally responsive and identity affirming care. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
School psychology staff partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community. To discuss access to school psychology staff, please reach out to the principal, vice principal, teacher, or guidance counsellor at your child’s school.
The Canadian Psychological Association has provided the following PDF resources to raise awareness about school psychology: