Huntington UFSD Celebrates National School Psychology Week

Huntington UFSD is celebrating National School Psychology Week along with its dedicated staff of school psychologists. This year’s theme is “Finding Your Path.”

The week is an annual opportunity to recognize school psychologists' work helping children and youth thrive. Throughout the week, school communities across the United States will participate in activities and initiatives designed to celebrate these essential professionals.

School psychologists partner with families, teachers, school administrators and others to create safe, healthy and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and youth succeed socially, behaviorally, emotionally, and academically.

This year’s theme, “Finding Your Path,” recognizes the ways that school psychologists take an active role in helping everyone in their communities determine paths to learning, growth, and overall well-being that meet their unique needs. Through their expertise and training in consultation, collaboration and evidence-based practices, school psychologists empower others to set their destination and find a route that fits their needs, all while sharing tools to help them thrive along the way.

Huntington UFSD’s lineup of licensed school psychologists includes Dr. Kathleen Mallen Ozimkowski, Andrea Becker, Melody Renick, Christina Martino, Matthew Schultz, Dr. Mary DiBenedetto, Dr. Nancy Devito, Jasmina Nakeveska, Julissa Garris-Shade and Giovanni Mendez.

“National School Psychology Week is a wonderful opportunity to recognize school psychologists for the transformative impact they have on school communities,” said Shawna Rader Kelly, president of the National Association of School Psychologists. “School psychologists are indispensable leaders in their communities who, as suggested by this year’s theme, ensure that all children and youth find their unique path to success in school and throughout life.”