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Arizona Assoc of School Psychologists
Chandler, AZ · EIN 860590467 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE F00C · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Micro (<$100K) · www.aasp-az.org
revenue
$84K
expenses
$72K
net assets
$133K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The mission of school psychologists is to promote educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth by implementing research-based, effective programs that prevent problems, enhance independence and promote optimal learning.-All children and youth deserve a free and appropriate public education in a safe and nurturing school environment that promotes cognitive, physical, social and emotional development and encourages family involvement.-The future well-being of a community depends on the commitment of finances and resources to develop and maintain accessible support systems for children and families today.-Children learn best in communities where educators are valued and treated with respect, and are learners themselves.-All children have a right to at least one caring and capable adult in their lives.-Early effective interventions and collaborative services will best prepare children for success in the future.-School psychologists are change agents and

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional association supporting school psychologists in Arizona through advocacy, professional development, and recognition programs. The organization promotes best practices in school psychology, advances equity and inclusion, and supports members via policy engagement, research initiatives, and continuing education. Operates statewide with a focus on improving outcomes for students and families.

named programs · 8 · from sources

what they call their work

Administrator of the Year Award
Honors school administrators who support and advance school psychology services
Arizona School Psychologist of the Year Award
Annual recognition program honoring outstanding school psychologists for professional excellence and service
Child and Family Advocacy Committee
Focuses on policy and practice improvements to support the mental health and educational needs of children and families
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Committee
Leads initiatives to promote fairness, cultural responsiveness, and inclusive practices within the profession and schools
Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognizes individuals for sustained contributions to the field of school psychology in Arizona
Minority & Diversity Student Scholarship
Provides financial support to graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds pursuing careers in school psychology
Professional Development/Advancement
Offers training, resources, and leadership opportunities for school psychologists at all career stages
Public Policy and Advocacy
Engages in legislative and regulatory advocacy to advance the school psychology profession and student well-being
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Education Stakeholder Collaboration Networks 4 activities
    • Partner for Education Strengthening
      Partners with Expect More Arizona to strengthen education within Arizona schools.
    • Partner for Education Strengthening
      Partners with Expect More Arizona to strengthen education within Arizona schools.
    • Partner for Education Strengthening
      Partners with Expect More Arizona to strengthen education within Arizona schools.
    • Partner for Educational Strengthening
      Partners with organizations like Expect More Arizona to strengthen education within Arizona schools.
  • Board Elections Administration 3 activities
    • Administer Board Elections
      Conducts annual board elections for eligible members using a third-party administrator for confidential electronic voting, with results certified and publicly announced.
    • Administer Board Elections
      Conducts annual board elections for eligible members using a third-party administrator for confidential electronic voting, with results certified and publicly announced.
    • Administer Board Elections
      Conducts annual board elections for eligible members using a third-party administrator for confidential electronic voting, with results certified and publicly announced.
  • Bylaws and Governance Documentation 3 activities
    • Maintain Organizational Governance Documents
      Updates and revises its bylaws and Procedures Manual to ensure effective organizational governance.
    • Maintain Organizational Governance Documents
      Updates and revises its bylaws and Procedures Manual to ensure effective organizational governance.
    • Maintain Organizational Governance Documents
      Updates and revises its bylaws and Procedures Manual to ensure effective organizational governance.
  • Membership Survey Research 1 activity
    • Conduct Member Surveys
      Surveys Members-at-Large to gauge support for various initiatives, such as advocacy involvement.
  • Uncategorized 9 activities
    • Advocate for School Psychologists
      Contracts with a public policy liaison to represent the association at the state level, engaging with state legislators and education staff, and surveys members to gauge support for advocacy involvement.
    • Advocate for School Psychologists
      Contracts with a public policy liaison to represent the association at the state level, engaging with state legislators and education staff, and surveys members to gauge support for advocacy efforts.
    • Advocate for School Psychologists
      Contracts with a public policy liaison to represent the association at the state level, increasing representation at meetings and fostering collaborations with state legislators and education staff.
    • Advocate for School Psychologists
      Contracts with a public policy liaison to represent the association at the state level, engaging with state legislators and education staff, and surveys members to gauge support for advocacy efforts.
    • Advocate for School Psychologists
      Contracts with a public policy liaison to represent the association at the state level, engaging with state legislators and education staff, and surveys members to gauge support for advocacy involvement.
    • Present Awards and Scholarships
      Presents several annual awards including Arizona School Psychologist of the Year, Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement, Administrator of the Year, Max Jones (Practitioner Research), and Ed Argulewitz (Student Research), and awards the Minority & Diversity Student Scholarship.
    • Present Awards and Scholarships
      Presents several annual awards including Arizona School Psychologist of the Year, Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement, Administrator of the Year, Max Jones (Practitioner Research), and Ed Argulewitz (Student Research), and awards the Minority & Diversity Student Scholarship.
    • Present Awards and Scholarships
      Presents several annual awards including Arizona School Psychologist of the Year, Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement, Administrator of the Year, Max Jones (Practitioner Research), and Ed Argulewitz (Student Research), and awards the Minority & Diversity Student Scholarship.
    • Present Awards and Scholarships
      Presents several annual awards including Arizona School Psychologist of the Year, Keith Perkins Lifetime Achievement, Administrator of the Year, Max Jones (Practitioner Research), and Ed Argulewitz (Student Research) awards, and also awards the Minority & Diversity Student Scholarship.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$84K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$45K54%
Investment income$4K4%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$72K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$215K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$133K
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -46.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 4
  • Christine Darnick — Director
  • Jennifer Elliott — Director
  • Lindsay Balles — Director
  • Lisa G Favela — Director
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • AASP Headquarters Partner — Point of contact for inquiries regarding the revised bylaws.
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Collaborates with staff from the Arizona Department of Education
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Has liaisons to the Arizona Department of Education (ADE), Jennifer Ostrom and Jamie Timmerman.
  • Arizona Department of Education Government — Sponsor of workshops and conferences relevant to AASP members
  • Arizona State Board of Education Government — Collaborates with staff from the Arizona State Board of Education
  • Expect More Arizona Partner — Collaborates with AASP to strengthen education in Arizona schools
  • KCA Partner — Third-party business management group that administers elections, verifies nominee eligibility, and manages voting process
  • LD OnLine Network — Resource platform for learning disabilities and ADHD, with NASP as a member organization
  • NASP Network — Has a NASP Delegate, Claudia Weiss.
  • National Association of School Psychologists Network — Has a NASP Delegate, indicating affiliation with the National Association of School Psychologists.
  • National Association of School Psychologists Network — Professional association of which AASP is affiliated and that provides shared resources
  • National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Network — Recognized as an affiliate of NASP since May 1, 1971, and continues to be a state affiliate.
  • National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Partner — Jerry Green, the first President of AASP, also served as the first President-Elect of NASP when it was founded on March 14, 1969.
  • Susie Cannata Partner — Public policy liaison representing the association at the state-level