Bill Text: MI SR0093 | 2009-2010 | 95th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to proclaim November 9-13, 2009, as School Psychology Week in Michigan.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2009-11-05 - Adopted [SR0093 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2009-SR0093-Enrolled.html
SR-93, As Adopted by Senate, November 5, 2009
Senator Cassis offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 93.
A resolution to proclaim November 9-13, 2009, as School Psychology Week in Michigan.
Whereas, Children have a natural desire and propensity to learn and the inalienable right to an education, and it is imperative that society invest in education to adequately support the needs of children and youth; and
Whereas, Children's mental health is closely linked to their successful learning and development. Schools must apply sound psychological principles to instruction and learning; cultivate children's intellectual, social, and emotional development; meet the needs of culturally-diverse student populations; and promote prevention and early intervention; and
Whereas, Schools must ensure a safe, healthy learning environment for all children and be able to recognize and respond to their emotional and psychological needs, including those caused by personal or societal crises; and
Whereas, Appropriate prevention and early intervention strategies and adequate support services minimize negative outcomes, such as academic failure, social and emotional difficulties, behavioral problems, bullying and school violence, mental health problems, suicide, and dropping out; and
Whereas, School psychologists are specially trained to help parents and educators identify and reduce risk factors; create effective, caring schools; access helpful community resources; and implement research-driven prevention and intervention strategies to foster healthy child development and academic success; and
Whereas, School psychologists deliver needed mental health services and academic supports in the natural context of school where children are comfortable and familiar. It is appropriate that the Michigan Legislature recognize the importance and vital role that school psychologists play in the personal and academic development of Michigan's children; and
Whereas, The Michigan Association of School Psychologists have lent their expertise to state policymakers on issues important to children and families, such as parental involvement in education, the appropriate use of psychotropic medications, the prevention of bullying, and access to special education services; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby proclaim November 9-13, 2009, as School Psychology Week in Michigan and commend observance to all our citizens; and be it further
Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Michigan Association of School Psychologists.
