Insights and Innovations in School Psychology

Date(s): 

November 6-7, 2024

Location:

Hilton Columbus/Polaris

Sessions:

Wednesday, Nov 6
Ethics Session
Presenter: Erich Merkle, Ph.D.

Thursday, Nov 7
AM Sessions:
DEW Office for Exceptional Children Update
Presenters: Jo Hannah Ward
Integrating AI in School Psychology: Navigating Ethics, Effectiveness, & Innovation
Presenter: Adam Lockwood, Ph.D.

PM Sessions: 
Dyslexia Panel: Guidebook Compliance, Implementation, & More
Presenters: Chinnon Jacquay, Rebecca Tolson, Jennifer Glenn, John Cook
State Board of Psychology Panel on Licensure Transition
Presenters: Rachel Undercoffer, Rachel Chilton, & Karine Hray

Brochure:

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Pricing:

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Registration Form:

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Handouts:

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 Stipend Request:

Click Here  No additional stipend funds are available for this conference. 

T-Shirts:

We will be pre-selling a T-shirt with a new design for pick up at the conference (see brochure for details and order when registering for the Conference). Click Here to see the design. Orders must be placed by October 15th.  And when ordering be sure to select the $5 shipping option if you are unable to pick up your t-shirt at the conference and would like it mailed to your home.  T-Shirt Pre-Order is NOW CLOSED!  A small number will be available for sale at the conference.

Hotel:

Hilton Columbus/Polaris: Room Rates $175 (1 King Bed Executive Level with Sofa Bed) to October 18th or until sold out. Click Here to book online - SOLD OUT 

Book Club:

The association has received funding through the Ohio Department of Education’s Office of Exceptional Children to create a Community of Practice for you!  One of the ways we are doing that is by creating a monthly book study.  This year’s book is The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System--and How to Fix it. Club sessions will beheld on Zoom, facilitated by Carina Turner with dates and times to be determined by those interested in participating. This book study is offered at no cost and only to OSPA members.  Click Here to sign up and opt to pick up your copy at the OSPA conference or have it mailed to you for free.  Complete form by Oct. 20 to ensure you receive a complimentary book.  Registration is closed.

MCE/CEU Credits:

Continuing education credits will be available each day: 2 ethics hours for Wednesday and 5 hours for Thursday

Exhibitors: 

Vendors interested in an exhibitor table or other sponsorship opportunity during the Thursday conference sessions may request a form by emailing mail@ospaonline.org. Vendors are subject to review and will be granted space on a first come, first served basis.

Raffle Tickets:   
Get your raffle tickets early!  Click Here to donate online to The Valorie Wolcott Mendelson OSPA Scholarship.  It is one of OSPA’s efforts to support and increase the number of school psychologists in Ohio. This scholarship is offered to two students, based significantly on financial need in the amount of $3,000 each. Since its inception, OSPA has given $55,000 to students in Ohio!  All the money in the scholarship comes from YOU!
If donating online, the minimum donation is $20 (which equals 14 raffle tickets) but you are more than welcome to donate more!  You can also mail a check to the OSPA office in any amount.  Tickets are 1 for $2, 3 for $5, and 7 for $10.  Finally, if you donate online be sure to bring your receipt to the conference.  Thank you so much for your generosity!

Online Registration:

Online registration for the fall 2024 conference is closed.  Please click here for more information.