To the School Psychology Community,

I hope this message finds everyone well and excited about the fall 
semester. We are looking forward to a productive and successful academic 
year. As you all know Katherine and Kevin have taken positions down south 
and we wish them all the best. In regards to their leaving, the program 
will be involved in searching for two new positions this year and that 
process has already started. When position updates are available I will 
share them with you through the listserve. 

I would also like to officially welcome Alex Thomas back to the program. 
His presence and energy is felt and appreciated by all. Alex will be with 
us throughout the year so please make a point to welcome him back. In 
regards to department business, the EDP department website will be updated 
as will the school psychology website so look for changes within the next 
few months. I have attached an updated copy of the school psychology 
handbook (thank you Alex) so please keep this handy. Also, the testing 
materials room will be staffed by Sarah Behrle on Mondays and Wednesdays 
from 12-1:30. In the spring, a NCATE team will be visiting our division 
and the school psychology program will be involved. This team visit is 
important since we will be asked to demonstrate the strength and 
effectiveness of our program and the students within it. When more details 
about the visit are available I will send them your way. 

Finally, by request of the EDP chair I will be acting as the coordinator 
for the school psychology program for this year. If any issues or concerns 
arise, please don't hestitate to contact me by email ([log in to unmask]) 
or by phone 529-6611. I am generally in my office every day and I always 
check my email. Once again, I wish each of you an exciting and productive 
school year.

Ray Witte