The Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania
The Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania was founded in 1979 with the mission to represent and support school psychology through leadership to enhance the mental health and competence of all children.
The Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania is dedicated to ensuring that a continuum of empirically-based, research-validated school psychological services is available to all children and that the highest standard of personal and professional competence as well as professionalism and ethical conduct is practiced at all levels of practice and the association as evidenced by our strategic plan and adherence to the NASP Principles for Professional Ethics.
Diversity is welcomed, respected, and honored at all levels of practice and by the Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania and cultural competence is evident and promoted by the association at all levels of practice.
The Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania is committed to provide high-quality professional development to support this mission.
Recent News
Dr. David Lillenstein Named 2025 PA School Psychologist of the Year
Derry Township school psychologist, Dr. David Lillenstein, is named the 2025 PA School Psychologist of the Year. Dr. Lillenstein is an outstanding advocate, mentor, and leader in his...
School Psychologists on The SPARK Podcast
Drs. Jessica Dirsmith, Rachel Eisenberg, David Lillenstein, and Lydia Emeigh were interviewed during recent episodes of The SPARK, a WITF podcast. These ASPP leaders discussed how school...
PA School Psychologist Federal Advocacy for Mental Health Support
Dr. Julia Szarko co-wrote the Mental Health in School Excellence Program Act with Representative Brian Fitzpatrick. This would allow for more funding to reduce barriers to mental health...