NSPRA appreciates the efforts of chapter leaders who are dedicated to advancing the practice of school public relations and communication and supporting the professional needs of our members at the state level. 

2009-2010 Chapter Leader Audio Conferences

To encourage networking and learning among chapter leaders, NSPRA annually sponsors three audio conferences specifically for chapter presidents and president-elects. The NSPRA President moderates each of the conferences and NSPRA staff participate to field questions and provide support. Topics for the coming year are still to be determined and will be posted after the Charlotte Seminar. 

Annual Chapter/Committee Leaders' Meeting

NSPRA convenes a meeting for incoming chapter officers and committee leaders at the NSPRA Seminar each year to provide updates and information needed to plan for the coming year. Some additional professional development is also offered. This meeting is held Sunday morning on the first official day of the Seminar.

The Leading Edge

If you missed a Leading Edge e-mail or did not receive it, you can click on the links below to view (link opens a new window in your browser).

• The Leading Edge - August 2009 Issue

Chapter Best Practice Tip Sheets 

• WSPRA - Setting Strategic Direction and Building Capacity to Challenge Your Practice
• MOSPRA Focus Group Consortium
• TSPRA Strategic Planning WithOut Tears (SWOT)

Important Chapter Information for 2009-2010

1. Chapter Deadlines for 2009-10
2. 2009 Cash Flow Report
3. Mark of Distinction Chapter Recognition Program Guidelines/Entry Form
4. NSPRA membership marketing brochure
5. NSPRA membership PowerPoint presentation
6. Sample Member Recruitment Letters
7. NSPRA Foundation Grant RFP
8. Strategic Chapter Strategic Planning Guide
9. Good Business Practices
10. Chapter Policies

• Awards/Scholarship Information and Nomination Forms
  • NSPRA Presidents Award Guidelines and Nomination Form
  • Barry Gaskins Mentor Legacy Award Nomination Form
  • Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award Nomination Form
  • NSPRA Lifetime Achievement Award Nomination Form
  • NSPRA Foundation Seminar Scholarship Application
  • Dawn K. McDowell Memorial Scholarship Application
  • Don Bagin Memorial Scholarship Application

A Guide to Running for an NSPRA Office

While most NSPRA leaders first hold office in their state chapters, that is not a requirement for running for the NSPRA Executive Board. Eligible members interested in serving in a national leadership role may run for NSPRA President-elect, Vice President of Diversity Engagement, or for Regional Vice President (there are seven NSPRA regions). For more information see “A Guide to Running for an NSPRA Office.”