Welcome to the Official Page of the Strengthening School Psychology Workforce Initiative

An eligible School Psychologist is defined as a professional starting after January 1, 2026 with an Ed. S., or Ph D degree in School Psychology that provides mental health services including direct School-Based Mental Health Interventions within a partnering district.  These professionals must have their Professional Educator License (PEL) in School Psychology or commit to obtaining this within three years of application. 

A School Psychology Re-Specialization Professional is defined as a professional enrolling or attending classes after January 1, 2026 that has worked at least one month full-time in a social service or mental health related role prior to starting at a partnering district.  The School Psychologist in training must be completing their practicum or internship hours within a partnering district to provide a comprehensive array of mental health services in schools. These professionals must commit to obtaining their Professional Educator License (PEL) within three years of application. 

A School Psychology Supervisor is defined as a professional meeting the School Psychologist definition with at least two years of experience and holding a PEL in School Psychology.  Eligible supervisors may also hold a license as a Clinical Psychologist.

A School Psychology Mentor is defined as a professional meeting the eligible School Psychologist definition with at least one year of experience and willing to mentor a new professional. 

School-Based Mental Health Intervention is defined as teaching a skill or skills that are evidence-based, providing additional structure or predictability, must be over time, and must include consistent data collection for progress monitoring 

School-Based Mental Health Service Episode of Care is defined as conducting a comprehensive assessment, providing a mental health diagnosis, creating a treatment plan, and providing direct intervention for students.