Rebecca Asarnow from MS 144 in the Bronx speaks with her colleagues at the beginning of the day.

Tracy Celestin-Daly (center) shows her psychologist pride with CSC 7 colleagues Lena Perez (left) and Monica Smith.

The packed room held just half of the attendees, about 200, while another 211 joined via Zoom. This is the third year Psychologists Appreciation Day has successfully run as a hybrid event.

Jantzel Garcia (left) from District 6 and Ryan Melhus-Barreno from District 3 smile for the camera during breakfast.

UFT Social Workers and Psychologists Chapter Leader Raul Garcia addresses the group at the beginning of the day, emphasizing the importance of community and self-care.

Psychologists listen attentively to the presenter, Dr. Peter K. Isquith, as he explains different components of executive dysfunction and how to refer students to appropriate services.

School psychologist interns Diana Jadunandan (left) and Wilette Pacheco are eager to hear what their chapter leader and the presenter have to say.

Chapter Leader Raul Garcia (second from right) shares the stage with his chapter’s borough representatives as they welcome psychologists to Shanker Hall.