WHEREAS, school psychologists are uniquely qualified members of school teams, who support students’ ability to learn and teachers’ ability to teach; and
WHEREAS, school psychologists partner with families, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to create safe learning environments that strengthen connections between the home, school, and community; and
WHEREAS, through an application of expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, school psychologists help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally; and
WHEREAS, school psychologists comprehensively meet students’ needs by providing services to help them overcome barriers to learning; and
WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina recognizes the vital role that school psychologists play in the personal and academic development of our children;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim November 9 – 13, 2020, as “SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY AWARENESS WEEK” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.