We are school psychologists.
Science Advancing Practice
School Psychology
Division 16’s peer-reviewed journal, School Psychology, publishes empirical studies and literature reviews of the psychology of education and services for children in school settings, encompassing a full range of methodologies and orientations, including educational, cognitive, social, cognitive behavioral, preventive, cross-cultural, and developmental perspectives. Access is free for members. Submit a manuscript or read past issues.
The School Psychologist
Division 16’s newsletter, The School Psychologist, provides a vehicle for the rapid dissemination of news and recent advances in practice, policy, and research in the field of school psychology. Read past issues or submit a manuscript here. Make sure to check out the Student Corner.
Continuing Education
Division 16 provides continuing education (CE) programs for psychologists and other mental health professionals. Available CE options include article reviews and recorded webinars. In addition, APA provides CE programs on a range of topics relevant to school psychologists. provide the opportunity for professional development opportunities while earning CE credits.
APA Convention
Join Division 16 for the APA Convention in August! Attend Division 16 programming, events, and social hours. Engage in presentations related to psychology broadly as well as critical conversations, posters, skill-building, and symposia sessions especially for school psychologists.
Applied Psychology in the School Series
Division 16 publishes an APA series, Applied Psychology in the School. The mission of this series is to increase the visibility of the science, practice and policy for children and adolescents in schools and communities.
Anti-Racism & Anti-Oppression
Unified Anti-Racism Statement & Call to Action
APA Division 16, Trainers of School Psychologists, Council of Directors of School Psychology Programs, Society for the Study of School Psychology, the American Board of School Psychology, and the National Association of School Psychologists reaffirm commitment to ensure current and future school psychologists are empowered to be anti-racist agents of change.
Division 16 Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs (CEMA)
The Division 16 CEMA is a subcommittee dedicated to promoting the recruitment and retention of ethnic minorities in the field of school psychology. We aim to diversify the school psychology pipeline by developing and implementing programs, strategies, and resources to recruit and retain racially and ethnically diverse graduate students in school psychology and promote and cultivate their leadership.
APA Ethnicity, Race, & Cultural Affairs Committees & Associations
The Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs (CEMA) serves as the primary resource to the Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest (BAPPI) on ethnic minority issues and concerns. Ethnic Psychological Associations include resources and publications relevant to specific minoritized communities.
Division 16 Anti-Racism Awards & Grants
Division 16 annually awards a student, emerging professional, and committed professionals for their outstanding commitment to anti-racism. The Student Association of School Psychology (SASP) awards BIPOC Equity in School Training (BEST) Scholarships.
APA Resources
APA publishes resources to facilitate cultural competence, inclusion, and anti-racism including Journal Article Reporting Standards – Race, Ethnicity and Culture (JARS-REC); Racism, Bias, and Discrimination; and Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity. In 2021, APA issued an apology to People of Color for promoting, perpetuating, and failing to challenge racism, racial discrimination, and human hierarchy in the US.
Advocacy & Policy Impact
Psychology can play a key role in public policy by providing essential knowledge that establishes priorities, improves informed decision-making, and resolves policy differences. By speaking up to ensure public policies are informed by psychological science and expertise, you can advance the field of psychology, raise awareness of its contributions, and garner funding for essential programs. Get involved.
APA represents the largest and most visible national presence advocating for psychology at the federal level. APA engages in advocacy related to health and human rights; education and training; research; violence prevention; practice of psychology; and applied psychology. Learn more about advocacy issues and efforts.
Psychology is a diverse discipline grounded in science, but with nearly boundless applications in everyday life. Scientific research conducted by psychologists can inform and guide those seeking help with issues that affect their professional lives, family relationships, and emotional wellness. Learn more about psychology research and resources.
Expanding Career Opportunities
Find your next school psychology job including practitioner positions, faculty jobs, and postdoctoral fellowships.
Career Resources
Review APA resources relevant to career development including Standards and Guidelines; research and practice resources and tools; the Ethics Code; and APA Style.
School Psychology Internship Grants
Division 16 (School Psychology) has developed a Grant Program for School Psychology Internships (GPSPI) to assist in the predoctoral internship crisis in the U.S.