NvASP By-Laws
ARTICLE I, NAME, ENTITY, AND OFFICE
SECTION 1. Name: The name of the organization shall be the Nevada Association of School Psychologists (NvASP).
SECTION 2.Entity: A majority of Regular and Retired members are the Association, providing normalparliamentary procedures are in effect.
SECTION 3. Office : The Association shall maintain an office at a location approved by the Corporate Board.
ARTICLE II, PURPOSES AND LIMITATIONS
SECTION 1. Purposes: The purpose of the Association shall be:
To support the service of the educational and mental health needs of all students.
To encourage and provide opportunities for the professional growth of School Psychologists.
To inform the public about the services and practice of psychology in the schools and community.
To advance the standards of the profession of School Psychology.
To cooperate with other agencies, offices, and organizations on subjects of common concern.
SECTION 2. Limitations: The Association shall be nonprofit, nonpartisan and nonsectarian in it’s purposes and activities.
ARTICLE III, MEMBERSHIP
SECTION 1. MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES: The Association shall consist of the following membership categories:
Regular Membership, Qualifications: Certification as a School Psychologist in the State of Nevada. Regular members are afforded full privileges in the Association with right of vote and participation in all Association affairs.
Associate Membership, Qualifications: Those serving as consultants or supervisors in School Psychology, but not certified as a School Psychologist may serve as non-voting members of committees. Certified non-practicing School Psychologists may choose an Associate membership. Associate members may not vote or hold office, but may serve as non-voting members of committees or task forces.