News & Updates

The Colorado Society of School Psychologists is holding the Evergreen High School community in our hearts after yesterday’s heartbreaking tragedy. We grieve with students, families, educators, and all those impacted.

One of our own CSSP board members was present at Evergreen High School and is safe. We are grateful — and at the same time, we mourn alongside all who are hurting.

We also want to make sure support is accessible for everyone in this difficult time. Please share these resources widely:

For Youth & Families
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (https://988lifeline.org) – Call, text, or chat 988 anytime.
I Matter Colorado (https://imattercolorado.org) – Up to 6 free counseling sessions for youth 18 and under.
Safe2Tell (https://safe2tell.org) – Anonymous reporting of threats or safety concerns.
Colorado Crisis Services (https://coloradocrisisservices.org) – Call 1-844-493-8255 or text TALK to 38255, available 24/7.

For Educators & School Staff
Colorado Educator Support Program (https://coloradoeducatorsupportcoalition.org/) – Free, confidential counseling designed specifically for educators, school mental health providers, and staff.

Professional Guidance
NASP: Responding to a Mass Casualty Event at a School (https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/systems-level-prevention/responding-to-a-mass-casualty-event-at-a-school)
NASP: Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Families and Educators (https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/violence-prevention-and-safety/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-families-and-educators)
ASCA: Helping Students After a School Tragedy (https://schoolcounselor.org/Publications-Research/Publications/Free-ASCA-Resources/Helping-Students-After-a-School-Tragedy)
SAMHSA: Tips for Talking to Children and Youth After Traumatic Events (https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/d7/priv/sma12-4732.pdf)
NCTSN: Resources for Community Violence (https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/community-violence)

✨ To our colleagues and community: please remember it is normal to feel a wide range of emotions in the wake of such violence. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength — for students, families, and for us as adults and educators.

Together, we stand with Evergreen. Together, we heal.

Registration Now Open for the 2025 CSSP Fall Conference!
Freedom and the Right to Thrive!!!
Online registration is now closed.
Onsite registration will be available starting at 7:00am on Thursday Nov. 6th

Thursday Pre-conference (8:00-3:30): Addressing Anxiety in Schools: Tools and Strategies for School-Based Mental Health Professionals 
Presenter: Dr. Caroline Buzanko, PhD

BREAK: 3:30-4:00

Thursday Evening Session (4:00-6:00): Shaping the Future of School-Based Mental Health in Colorado: Policy, Practice, and Advocacy*
Presenters: Krista Klabo, EdS; Ben Ellis, EdS, & Heather Travis, PsyD
*This session will fulfill 2 hours of the Law/Ethics requirement for NCSP renewal 

Friday
Breakfast 7:00-9:00
Sessions: 8:00-4:45
Reception & Fishbowl Raffle: 6:00pm-9:00pm

Saturday
Networking breakfast 7:30-9:30
Sessions: 8:30-3:00

See our 2025_CSSP_Fall_Conference_Flyer.pdf  for schedule and additional information.

Registration fees:
CSSP Members: Login and go to Member Event Registration at the top of the page to get the discounted member registration rates!

Pre-Conference: Thursday, Nov. 6th  (8:00am – 6:00pm) lunch on your own 
Includes Thursday evening session!!              
CSSP Reg. Early Career, & Assoc. Members: $190.00 Non-Members: $290.00                        Student Members: $85.00 

Pre-Conference: Thurs. Evening Session ONLY 4:00pm – 5:30pm  
if NOT attending Thursday all-day pre-conference session)        
Members & Nonmembers: $40.00             Students $10.00

Conference Registration: Friday Nov. 7^th : 7:30-4:45 &
Saturday Nov. 8^th: 7:30-3:30
(Includes Breakfast both days)    
CSSP Reg. Early Career, & Assoc. Members $290.00       Non-Members: $490.00       Student Members $120.00

Friday, Nov. 7^th:  7:30-4:45 ONLY Registration (includes breakfast)
lunch on your own 
CSSP Reg. Early Career, & Assoc. Members: $190.00          Non-Members: $295.00      
 Student Members: $85.00     

Saturday, Nov. 8^th 7:30-3:30 ONLY Registration (includes breakfast)
lunch on your own
CSSP Reg. Early Career, & Assoc. Members: $165.00          Non-Members: $265.00                      Student Members: $70.00     

CSSP Members: Login and go to Member Event Registration at the top of the page to get the discounted member registration rates!

LODGING
Book your hotel room at the beautiful Grand Hyatt Vail now to get the reduced conference rate of $169 (plus tax) per night!!

Book via this link: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/EGEGH/G-CSSP

Hotel Amenities:
- Waived resort fee
- Group rates available 3 days pre/post, based on hotel availability
- Reduced valet parking to $20 per vehicle per night
- 10% discount on à la carte spa services at the spa at Grand Hyatt Vail
- Complimentary basic WIFI in meeting space, guest rooms and public areas

in an attempt to end the shortage of school psychologists in Colorado, CSSP now is partnering with CDE to post open school psychologist positions.
Current openings can be found here: School-Based Mental Health Open Positions