Fall Conference
GASP 2008
"Charting the Course
for School Psychologists"
 

Keynote Address

Dr. R. Eugene Cash, NASP President 2008-2009 Make a Difference- Be the Difference!

 

Topics (listed in no particular order)

Some topics offered: NASP PREPaRE Workshop 2 (13.5 hours of crisis intervention training) - Dr. Melissa Reeves (Winthrop University) and Deborah Hatherley (Fulton County Schools)- limited space, $30 fee includes materials Progress Monitoring and Behavioral/Emotional Intervention Guide linked to the BASC-2 and BES - Dr. Randy Kamphaus (Georgia State University) Measuring Social Skills with a Response to Intervention Model - Dr. Steven Elliott (Vanderbilt University) NEPSY - II - Dr. David Schwartz WAIS-IV - Dr. David Schwartz WIIIP - Dr. Kary Jessup/Dr. Tracy Boney Evidence-/Research-Based Interventions for Reading and Written Expression - Dr. David Schwartz The Virtues of Prosocialness, Wisdom, and Hope as Predictors of Academic Achievement in Adolescents (Michael Maier, Gwinnett County Schools) Prenatal Effects of Psychological and Educational Competence of Children - Dr. Roy Martin (U. of Georgia) On-line Social Networking and Its Influence on Youth - Dr. Terry Diamanduros, Dr. Elizabeth Downs, & Dr. Stephen Jenkins Writing Psychological Reports Using an RtI Approach - Dr. Paula Freer (Metro Area GLRS) Identification, Intervention Planning, and Monitoring with the Conners III and Conners Behavior Rating Scales - Dr. Penny Koepsel Grant Writing for School Psychologists - Jack Smith (Smith Group, Atlanta, GA) Compiling a Lifetime of Assessment: An Executive Briefing on Student Assessment - Brent Rhodes/Dr. Tracy Boney Keynote Speech and Workshop - Dr. R. Eugene Cash (President of NASP - 2008-09) Teachers Retirement System Workshop for Upcoming Retirees Ethics - Dr. Leigh Armistead (Winthrop University) NOTE: participants can earn up to 2 PLU's (20  hours) during this conference.

General Schedule

September 30 5pm - 9pm- PREPaRE Training October 1 8:30 - 11:30 am Registration 8:30 - 12:00 am Keynote 12:00 - 1:30 pm Lunch on your own 1:30 - 4:45 pm Break Out Sessions Full Day - PREPaRE Training Region Meetings (Time TBA) Student & New Comers Reception (Time TBA) October 2 8:30 - 11:45 am Break Out Sessions TBA pm Lunch on your own 1:30 - 5:15 pm Break Out Sessions Evening- President's Reception Live Band following reception October 3 8:30 - 11:45 am Break Out Sessions Please continue to check the GASP website for updates on scheduling and speakers.

Entertainment/ Recreation

Presidential Reception: Food will be provided, and a cash bar will be available. Student/Trainer Reception: Time/Location TBA Exhibit Hall: Make sure to visit our vendors for the most innovative, up-to-date products, books and services in the field of school psychology.

TRS Conferencing

TRS Pre-Retirement Counseling at GASP : The Teachers Retirement System of Georgia is offering individual pre-retirement counseling appointments with a retirement planner at the GASP Fall Conference. All members within 5 years of retirement are encouraged to visit www.trsga.com,  click on the Active Members tab, and click on Account Management to log in or sign up for a TRS account. Under your account you may then sign up for a counseling appointment by clicking on “Register for workshop/counseling” (look for "ONLY FOR GASP Conference Event" once you see the upcoming event page). Specific appointment times will be available, on a first-come, first-served basis and registration may close on 9/24/08. If you have any questions or problems during the registration process, please contact the TRS Call Center at 800-352-0650. TRS Retirement Planners look forward to meeting with you! Information Employer Guide Worksheet

WELCOME to the GASP Fall Conference Info Page Sep. 30- Oct. 3, 2008 Marriott Riverfront Savannah, GA     CONFERENCE BROCHURE &     REGISTRATION FORM     Call for Papers     TRS Conferencing Information      Vendor - Exhibitor Contracts

 

Hotel Accommodations

 

HOTEL INFORMATION  Rooms are $155 p/night Reservations - By August 30th (800) 285-0398 or (912) 233-7722 The Savannah Marriott Riverfront is located on the Historic Riverfront connected to world-famous River Street via the Riverwalk. River Street offers over 68 unique shops, taverns, and restaurants. The Savannah Riverfront is within easy walking distance of the Historic District where guests can enjoy the beautiful squares, historic house museums, art galleries and antique shops.

 

 Conference Registration

 

CONFERENCE PRICES  GASP Member  Student Member  Non GASP  Retiree Member  Affiliate   Earlybird Prices $160 $75 $190 $113 $160 EARLY REGISTRATION to August 30, afterward prices increase by $50. Notice------------------------------------------------------------------ If your registration is marked as a GASP member and you are not paid up on dues for the current fiscal year, then you will be required to pay the registration difference at the on-site registration table. If your registration is POSTMARKED after early date, you will be required to pay the registration difference at the on-site registration table. There are NO refunds of the registration fees; however, substitutions will be allowed.   --- Remember --- Make check payable to GASP. (POs are can not be accepted)   Mail to: GASP Fall Conference Gail Exum De Gonzalez 911 42nd Street East Tifton, GA 31794   For additional information contact Co-Chairs: Cindy Barber Dr. Ginny Hall Hospitality: Gina Wiggins Program: Mary Lang  Program: Jeanne Pound Registration: Gail Gonzalez