• The American Psychological Association is the largest scientific and professional organization respresenting psychology in the United States, working to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare.
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• The American School Counselor Association focuses on providing professional development, enhancing school counseling programs, and researching effective school counseling practices
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• The American School Health Association unites the many professionals working in schools who are committed to safeguarding the health of school-aged children.
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• Communities in Schools connects students to school and community resources .
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• Consortium for Public Education connects schools with community so that students can access the opportunities, resources, and experiences they need to be ready for their futures.
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• Foundation Consortium improves the well being of California's children and their families by making the Community Approach the standard for child and family support programs throughout the state.
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• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)"> professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.
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• National Association of School Nurses improves the health and educational success of children and youth by developing and providing leadership to advance school nursing practice.
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• National Association of School Psychologists promotes educationally and psychologically healthy environments for all children and youth by implementing research-based, effective programs that prevent problems, enhance independence, and promote optimal learning.
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• National Association of Social Workers works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.
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• National Council on Family Relations provides a forum for family researchers, educators, and practitioners to share in the development and dissemination of knowledge about families and family relationships, establishes professional standards, and works to promote family well-being.
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• National Mental Health Association nationally recognized resource for information on mental illnesses and treatments, and referrals for local treatment services.
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• National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives utilizes mentoring, training, and research to lead in the development of strategies in the law enforcement community that fosters diversity, develops community partnerships to reduce crimes, and address professional misconduct.
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• School Based Health Alliance promotes accessible, quality school-based primary health and mental health care for children and youth through interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts.
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• School Social Work Association of America serves school social workers in 50 states. Their mission is to promote the profession of School Social Work and the professional development of School Social Workers in order to enhance the educational experiences of students and their families. An excellent link to state and regional school social work associations.
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• Society for Prevention Research is a professional organization focused upon the advancement of science-based prevention programs and policies through empirical research.
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• Society for Research in Child Development promotes multidisciplinary research in the field of human development, to foster the exchange of information among scientists and other professionals of various disciplines, and to encourage applications of research findings.
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• Teachers Helping Teachers goal is to give practical ideas and resources to be immediately implemented by the everyday classroom teacher..
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