This study focused on professional commitment to school psychology among practicing school psychologists. Burnout, school system reductions, and demographic characteristics were examined with respect to school psychologists' commitment to their profession. The results revealed that burnout had a significant relationship to professional commitment…

The purpose of this study is to determine (1) whether the previously observed vulnerability of WISC subtests to tester effects appeared under ordinary testing conditions, and (2) which subtests were most susceptible to these effects. Results support the presence of both general and differential vulnerability of subtests. (Author)

The author contends that camp psychology is a dynamic area which is closely related to school psychology and an area where the professional school psychologist can offer much help to children and staff. (Author)

When consideration in any state must be given to the relevancy and adequacy of certification standards for specialists, it is often advantageous to survey the practices of other states. Since certification patterns for school psychologists are presently being evaluated in Ohio, it was felt that the practices of other states should be surveyed. On…

Computers, no matter how magnificent their potential, are useless without programs. Programs vary widely in quality and usability. This article presents practical guidelines and cautions regarding selection and evaluation of software prior to purchase. School psychologists are cautioned to define their needs first. (Author/BS)

This paper presents a hypothetical school, along with suggestions concerning the teacher-curricular composition that would help operationalize Maslow's theory in the schools. The aim and objectives of the hypothetical school seek to reduce the animal in man and to produce truly human beings. (Author)

School psychology training programs (N=172) were surveyed. Results indicated that most programs required few courses dealing with specific handicapping conditions, and 25% did not require any courses specifically designed to develop knowledge related to handicaps. (CL)

Describes legend and legacy of Bill Kell, author and director of Michigan State University's Counseling Center from 1957 until his death in 1973, through excerpts from six oral histories collected from former trainees, colleagues, and family members. (Author/CM)

Examines the empirical analysis of assessment instruments currently used by school psychologists. Wechsler Intelligence Scales, Bender-Gestalt, and Draw-A-Person are the instruments most often used by the 251 practitioners surveyed. Data found a strong relationship between training and practice. Discusses the effectiveness of current measures used…

Introduces a journal issue devoted to empirical studies in school consultation. Presents scientific endeavors that examine evidence systematically without concern for where the data lead. The research represents a broad range of issues regarding consultation and does not offer answers, but instead asks a series of questions. (MKA)

Study sought to identify critical cross-cultural competencies for school psychologists. To identify the competencies, an extensive literature search about cross-cultural school psychology competencies was conducted, as well as a questionnaire to ask expert panelists. The 102 competencies identified cover 14 major domains of professional activities…

Focuses on how consultants develop a "high-quality" understanding of a teacher's presenting problem situation from interviewing them. Results indicate that following training consultant use of statements designed to reveal their reasoning to the teacher significantly increased, and was highly correlated with the quality of their subsequent written…

The Invitational Conference on the Future of School Psychology held at Indiana University in 2002 had implications for consultation. It addressed projected shortages in school psychologists that provide a rationale for service delivery models integrating consultation and prevention. The conference discussed the need for effective work with…

This article proposes that pediatric medicine and school psychology are complementary fields. Five professional beliefs are reviewed: (a) the importance of classification, (b) a preference for evidence-based interventions, (c) an endorsement of advocacy in public policy, (d) the importance of working with the whole child including his/her parents,…