VASP - About

All Virginia's students thrive in school and in life

VASP supports school psychologists in promoting and advocating for the educational and mental health development of all Virginia's students, schools, families, and communities.

Mission

VASP exists to strengthen the effectiveness of school psychologists in promoting and advocating for the educational and mental health development of Virginia's students and families. VASP members are dedicated to promoting the highest standards of service delivery and positive outcomes for the students, families, and schools we serve.

Our Values

Integrity

VASP is committed to high standards, ethical principles, social justice, honesty, equity, and treating others with dignity and respect.

Continuous
Improvement

VASP promotes the highest standards for service delivery, including evidence-based practices, and evaluates organizational effectiveness to ensure relevancy to members.

Student Centered

VASP prioritizes the needs of children, youth, and families in all activities.

Advocacy

VASP achieves positive outcomes for students by promoting the unique services provided by school psychologists.

Collaborative Relationships

VASP partners with allied organizations, agencies, and others to develop and achieve shared goals.

Diversity

VASP respects individual, cultural, and other contextual differences in our own interactions and how they impact students. VASP acknowledges the impact of race, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression in our interactions with students, families and the school community.

Visionary Leadership

VASP leads with enthusiasm and confidence, while working pragmatically in the present and striving toward an optimistic future.

VASP is Addressing State Challenges

School psychology is a specialized field that requires advanced graduate-level training (minimum of 60 graduate credits and a master’s degree). School psychologists develop deep expertise in child development, systems theory, counseling, assessment, and the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in supporting students, families, and schools.

Because the role varies widely depending on the setting and populations served, school psychology offers a dynamic and continually evolving career path. School psychologists bridge research and practice, creating diverse opportunities for professional growth throughout their careers.

Although the work can be demanding, school psychology is a field in high demand, offering competitive compensation, strong benefits, and—most importantly—meaningful, rewarding experiences that make a lasting impact.