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Awards Award Winners Publications and Digital Media Excellence Winners 2024

2024 Publications and Digital Media Excellence Winners

Annual Report
Excellence
Bennington Public Schools, Bennington, Nebraska
Submitted by:
Stacy Hawn, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Bennington Public Schools 2022-23 Annual Report
Berea City School District, Berea, Ohio
Submitted by:
Cristina Capretta, Director of Marketing & Community Relations
Award Entry:
Berea City School District 2022-23 Quality Profile
BetsyOS PR LLC (VA), Williamsburg, Virginia
Submitted by:
Betsy Overkamp-Smith, CEO
Award Entry:
Goochland County Public Schools Fall Report to the Community
BetsyOS PR LLC (VA), Williamsburg, Virginia
Submitted by:
Betsy Overkamp-Smith, CEO
Award Entry:
Goochland County Public Schools Spring Report to the Community
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (NC), Charlotte, North Carolina
Submitted by:
Jasmine Hager, Internal Communications Specialist
Mary Eshet, Communications Consultant
Vicki Grooms, Media Relations Specialist
Eduardo Perez, Executive Director of Video and Content Production
Susan Vernon-Devlin, Executive Director of Communications
Sidney Evans, Manager of Special Projects and Special Initiatives
Kristen Bernier, Graphic Designer
Sylvia Oben, Digital/Social Media Specialist
Shayla Cannady, Chief Communications Officer
Aba Hutchison
Award Entry:
A Year in Review: 2022-23 Annual Report
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia
Submitted by:
Rachel Haywood, Digital Media Specialists
Chris Vail, Director of Communications
Monica Aguedlo, Webmaster
Matt Graham, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Our Future in Focus: Annual Report
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Theresa Marsden, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
AGSD Annual Report 2022-23
Colchester School District, Colchester, Vermont
Submitted by:
Meghan Baule, Director of Communications
Tim Santimore, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 Colchester School District Annual Report to the Community
Community High School District 155, Crystal Lake, Illinois
Submitted by:
Shannon Podzimek, Director of Communications
Shannon  Podzimek, Director of Communications
Debbie Castro, Spanish Translator/Interpreter and Family Outreach Specialist
Caitlin Rausch, Freelance Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Community High School District 155 Annual Report
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Jennifer Shealy, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023 DASD Annual Report - This is Our District
Elmbrook Schools, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Submitted by:
Eric Hagen, Communications Specialist
Erin Kokta, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2022-23 Annual Report
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES, Fredonia, New York
Submitted by:
Alan Gustafson, Public Relations Specialist
Mike Rukavina, Director of Communications and Development
Award Entry:
2022-2023 E2CCB Annual Report
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
FCASD 2022-2023 State of the Schools
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by:
Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Kyle  Raines, Manager of Media Arts
Tiana  Haile, Manager of Engagement and Partnerships
Award Entry:
FCPS Educational Partnerships Annual Report
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by:
Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
GIPS Annual Report 2023
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by:
John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Ajdina Selimovic, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
HPS Annual Report 2023
Kenosha Unified School District, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Submitted by:
Tanya Ruder, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2024 Kenosha Unified Community Report
Lake Stevens School District, Lake Stevens, Washington
Submitted by:
Jayme Taylor, Executive Director of Communications
Jonathan Sulzbach, Graphic Designer & Webmaster
Award Entry:
2023-23 Annual Report to the Community
Lakewood School District, Marysville, Washington
Submitted by:
Kristina Bowman, Communications Specialist
Rae McNally, Freelance Designer
Award Entry:
2022-23 Annual Report: A Small District Going Big Places
Madison-Oneida BOCES, Verona, New York
Submitted by:
Sapna Kollali, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Madison-Oneida BOCES 2022-23 Annual Report
Monroe School District (WA), Monroe, Washington
Submitted by:
Erin Zacharda, Director of Communications
Tamara Krache, Communications Manager
Daniel Thompson, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2023 Report to the Community
MSD Lawrence Township, Indianapolis, Indiana
Submitted by:
Dana Altemeyer, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Profiles of Excellence
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by:
Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
BOCES Annual Meeting Book 2024
Papillion La Vista Community Schools, Papillion, Nebraska
Submitted by:
Chantelle Green, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2023-24 Annual Report - Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Santa Cruz City Schools, Santa Cruz, California
Submitted by:
Sam Rolens, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
2024 State of our Schools
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Linda Andreassi, Communications Director
Tiffany  Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Marci Belchick, Owner/Creative Director, TUSKDesign
Award Entry:
Reflecting on the Journey
SkyView Academy, Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Submitted by:
Sarah Powell, Communication & Development Manager
Award Entry:
SkyView Academy: Serve. Lead. Inspire.
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by:
Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD 2021-22 Annual Report
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by:
Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
2023 Annual Report: A Legacy of Excellence, a Future of Possibility
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC), Glendale, Arizona
Submitted by:
Jaelyn Leffew, Administrative Assistant
Chris Cook, PR Administrator
Award Entry:
West-MEC Impact Report 2022-23
Whitfield County Schools (GA), Dalton, Georgia
Submitted by:
Kristina Horsley, Communications Specialist
Michelle Caldwell, Director of Assessment and Accountability
Award Entry:
2021-2024 Strategic Plan Year 2 Progress Report
Winchester Public Schools (VA), Winchester, Virginia
Submitted by:
Maggie McCampbell Lien, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Winchester Public Schools 2023 Annual Report
Merit
Battle Ground Public Schools, Brush Prairie, Washington
Submitted by:
Jenna Buescher-Hill, Communication Specialist: Web, Design & Branding
Amanda Richter, director of communications and community engagement
Award Entry:
2023 Report to our community
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by:
Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Matt Sammon, Digital Content Manager
Brian Killgore, Director, Communications and Community Engagement
Curtis Finch, District Superintendent
James Dempsey, Designer
Award Entry:
DVUSD 2023-24 Special Report to the Community
Hawthorn District 73, vernon hills, Illinois
Submitted by:
Samantha Cook, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Hawthorn Annual Report
Hopkins Public Schools, Hopkins, Minnesota
Submitted by:
Jolene Goldade, Communications and Marketing Director
Jolene  Goldade, Communications and Marketing Director
Megan Chillman, Marketing Supervisor
Carrie  Gerard, Enrollment Manager
Michelle Wirth, Communications Specialist
Alex Sukhtipyaroge, Digital Communications Specialist
Erica  Lee, Graphic Design Specialists
Thomas Riley, videographer
Award Entry:
Report to the Community: Our 5-Year Progress on Vision 2031
Jackson County School System, Jefferson, Georgia
Submitted by:
Edward Hooper, Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
2023 Jackson County School System Annual Report
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by:
Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCSS 2022-2023 Annual Report
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Christine Liberaski, Director, School & Community Engagement
Erika Shaedle, Advertising & Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Follow Your Own Compass - 2022-2023 NPSD Annual Report
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by:
Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Marketing and Communications
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
NPS State of the Schools 2023
Pine-Richland School District, Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Erin Hasinger, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Annual Report—Learning in Action
Russellville School District, Russellville, Arkansas
Submitted by:
Samantha Ballew, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
RSD 2023 Annual Report
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by:
Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Expect Excellence 2023 Quality Profile
Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Submitted by:
Adam Mumm, Multimedia & Website Strategist
Patti Lux, Director of Communications and Engagement
Award Entry:
Sun Prairie Area School District Annual Report 2022–2023
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by:
Marisa Vette, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Tia Quirk, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2023 Annual Update
Honorable Mention
Beachwood City Schools (OH), Beachwood, Ohio
Submitted by:
Lauren Meade, Director of Communications
Robert Hardis, Superintendent
Megan Walsh, Board of Education President
Matthew Brown, Treasurer/CFO
Ernest  Richmann, Graphic Designer
Julie Felder, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
Award Entry:
You and Your Schools 2023
Broken Arrow Public Schools, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Submitted by:
Christina Dixon, Director of Communications
Tate DeLana, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Annual Report 2023-2024: This is Home
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by:
Daniel Vehar, Marketing Manager
Award Entry:
Georgia's BEST Annual Report
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by:
Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
2023 CPS Annual Report
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by:
Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Coppell ISD Community-Based Accountability System 2023-2024 Annual Report
Council of the Great City Schools, Washington, District of Columbia
Submitted by:
Joanne Coley, Communications Manager
Tonya Harris, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Annual Report 2022-2023
Fargo Public Schools, Fargo, North Dakota
Submitted by:
BETSY BEATON, Communications & Community Relations
AnnMarie  Campbell, Communications Officer
Tyler Brown, Graphic Web Designer
Adam  Watts, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Annual Report
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KS), Kansas City, Kansas
Submitted by:
Kamron Porter, Marketing Specialist
Kamron  Porter , Marketing Specialist
Francisco  Litardo , Community Engagement Educator/ Government Liaison
Edwin  Birch , Executive Director of Communication and Marketing
Award Entry:
Beyond the Classroom 2023-2024 Annual Report
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by:
Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Amy Knight, Brand, Marketing and Event Officer
Award Entry:
Madison Metropolitan School District Annual Report on the Strategic Framework
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by:
Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Mary  Cornelius, Communication Specialist
JacQui Getty, Executive Director of Communications
Andy Smith,  Audio/Visual Specialist
Award Entry:
Minnetonka Public Schools Annual Report
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by:
Christine Liberaski, Director, School & Community Engagement
Erika Shaedle, Advertising & Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Helping Others Grow - 2022-2023 NPSD Educational Foundation Annual Report
Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by:
Bridget Blevins, External Relations Administrator
Award Entry:
Report to Our Community: Delivering on the Portrait of a Graduate
Orangeburg County School District, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by:
Hatara  Tyson, Communications and Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
OCSD Year in Review | December 2022 to December 2023
Orting School District, Orting, Washington
Submitted by:
Brittany Piger, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Annual Report
Ralston Public Schools, Ralston, Nebraska
Submitted by:
Ashley Nodgaard, Director of Foundation and Internal Communications
Ralston Public Schools Communications Team
Award Entry:
Annual Report to the Community
Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose, California
Submitted by:
Kelly Wylie, Executive Director, Public Affairs
Award Entry:
Annual Report
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by:
Sheila Blanco, Public Information Manager
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
SCCPSS 2022-2023 Annual Report
Sheldon ISD (TX), Houston, Texas
Submitted by:
Emily Conklin, Executive Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Beverly Stephenson, Communications Specialist
Emily Conklin, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Annual Report
Somers Central School District, Somers, New York
Submitted by:
Amanda Bergen, Communications Specialist
Valerie Laudato, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Forward in Excellence Annual Report
St. Lucie Public Schools, Port St. Lucie, Florida
Submitted by:
Lydia Martin, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Year in Review
Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto, California
Submitted by:
Judy Boring, Director II, Communications
Award Entry:
Stanislaus County Office of Education 2023 Annual Report
Torrance Unified School District, Torrance, California
Submitted by:
Sara Myers, Director - Communications
Mallory Beard, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
2023 Torrance Unified State of Our Schools
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by:
Lydia Avant, Director, Public Relations
Eddie McClinton, Video Production Specialist
Dave Crutchfield, Digital Communication Specialist/Webmaster
Award Entry:
TCS Annual Report, 2022-23
Tuscaloosa County School System (AL), Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by:
Terri Brewer, Director of Public Relations
Caroline  Gazzara-McKenzie, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
TCSS 2023 Year-in-Review
Wentzville R-IV School District (MO), Wentzville, Missouri
Submitted by:
Brynne Cramer, Chief Communications Officer
Alexa Albietz, Multimedia Content Producer
Kathy DeLaquil, Community Relations Coordinator
Beth Finder, Executive Assistant
Award Entry:
WSD 2022-23 Annual Report
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by:
Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
2021-22 Annual Report

Branding/Image Package
Excellence
Acton Agua Dulce USD (CA), Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Katie Hawck, Communications & Community Specialist
Award Entry:
Deliverables Rebranding Initiative
Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Internal & External Relations
Award Entry:
Patriot Pride: Maintaining a Strong Brand Identity with Consistent Visuals
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Ryan Novak, Graphic Artist
Franklin Freytag, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Waterville Central School District Logo Design and Branding Guide
Cedar Hill ISD, Cedar Hill, Texas
Submitted by: Tierney Tinnin, Chief of Communications & Marketing
Michael  Sudhalter, Communications Coordinator
Courtney  Erskine, Creative Design & Website Coordinator
Award Entry:
Longhorn Next Chapter
Crown Point Community School Corporation, Crown Point, Indiana
Submitted by: Brooke Allen, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
CPCSC Brand Book and Style Guide
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Will Griffin, Director of Communications
Tondra Kinley, Deputy Director of Communications
Sean Murphey, Lead Graphic Arts Specialist
Frank O'Gara, Volunteer
Lisa Condon, Sr. Director - A Bright Idea Advertising
Johnny Little, Director- eLittle Communications Group
Award Entry:
DoDEA Pentagon Exhibit
Durango School District 9-R, Durango, Colorado
Submitted by: Karla Sluis, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Impact logo has ripple effect on branding
Educational Service District 105, Yakima, Washington
Submitted by: Brittany Kaple, Marketing Program Manager
Award Entry:
Color of Justice Student Conference
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
STEM is MORE
Hickman Mills C-1 Schools, Kansas City, Missouri
Submitted by: Lynn Goehring, Assistant Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Relentless
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools - Outside Banners
Mission CISD, Mission, Texas
Submitted by: Dimitra Trejo, Director of Public Relations
Rolando Garza, Graphic Arts & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Mission Showcase Logo
Multnomah Education Service District, Portland, Oregon
Submitted by: Marifer Sager, Director of Strategic Communications and Public Affairs
Marifer Sager, Director of Strategic Communications and Public Affairs
Tessa Franzese, Senior Communications Specialist
Celine De Clercq , Senior Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
MESD Branding Journey
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Joshua Ezman, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Sauquoit Valley Rebrand
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Frank Pompa, Administrative Coordinator, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
You Belong Here Brand
Roanoke City Public Schools, Roanoke, Virginia
Submitted by: Kelly Sandridge, Chief Communications & Community Engagement Officer
Claire Mitzel, Coordinator of Communications & Public Relations
Virginia Pierce, Content & Digital Marketing Specialist (Former, left in September 2023)
Michele Crim, Content & Digital Marketing Specialist
Sarah McMinn, Marketing & Events Specialist
Award Entry:
Roanoke City Public Schools Rebranding
San Juan Unified School District, Carmichael, California
Submitted by: Raj Rai, Director of Communication
Elysse Fresquez, Communication Specialist I
Award Entry:
San Juan Unified School District’s New Visual Identity
Smyrna School District, Smyrna, Delaware
Submitted by: Jessalynn Kenton, Community Relations and Family Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
Smyrna School District Branding
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Amy Vohwinkel, Graphic Artist/Designer
Award Entry:
Williamsville Central School District Logo
Merit
Battle Ground Public Schools, Brush Prairie, Washington
Submitted by: Jenna Buescher-Hill, Communication Specialist: Web, Design & Branding
Award Entry:
Battle Ground Virtual Academy brand
Beaverton School District (OR), Beaverton, Oregon
Submitted by: Shellie Bailey-Shah, Public Communications Officer
Sean  Van, Graphic Designer
Kara Yunck, Communications Coordinator
Tim  Hurtt, Videographer
Award Entry:
BSD Strategic Plan Branding
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Jordan-Elbridge CSD School Brand Package
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Dryden CSD Brand Package
Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jen Clark, Creative Coordinator
Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Dirk  Tedmon, Executive Director of Marketing & Communications
Award Entry:
EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS: Inspired Journey + Pathways Branding
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Wanda Edwards Walker, Senior Executive Director Community Engagement & Equity
Award Entry:
GCS Family Information Night & Tour
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools - Light Pole Banners
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Isaiah Gomez, Media Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools - See Yourself, Dream Big Campaign
Moore Public Schools, Moore, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Anna Aguilar, Communications & Community  Relations Director
Jason Graham, Contract Artist/Designer
Award Entry:
MPS: New Logo & Branding/Identity Package
Region One ESC, Edinburg, Texas
Submitted by: Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
Patricia Ybarra, Graphic Designer
Avery Arizola, Communication Specialist
Daniel Ledezma, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Ready Region One 2023 Technology Conference
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2023 SISD Convocation – Opportunities Unlocked
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2023 Teacher of the Year Gala
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Place Your Bets on Excellence
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Angela Daviston Dugan, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Future Focus Family Night School Communications Toolkit
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
TASB Rebranding
Torrance Unified School District, Torrance, California
Submitted by: Sara Myers, Director - Communications
Charles Lee, CEO, !deation
Award Entry:
Torrance Unified Updated Branding and Guide
Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Florida
Submitted by: Danielle Johnson, Director of Community Information
John Scott, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Volusia County Schools Logo Rebrand

Honorable Mention

Bayless School District, St. Louis, Missouri
Submitted by: Stephen Terrill, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Four Pillars Retractable Banners
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Midlothian, Virginia
Submitted by: Leigh Ann McKelway, Writer/Editor
Award Entry:
New Logo for Chesterfield County Public Schools
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Wanda Edwards Walker, Senior Executive Director Community Engagement & Equity
Award Entry:
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Magazine Advertisement
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Board of Education Posters
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Graduation Programs
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Literary Anthology, A New Frontier – Writing in the Borderland
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Emily Frederick, SCR Director
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
Bridging Futures, Branding/Image Package

Calendar
Excellence
Berkley School District, Oak Park, Michigan
Submitted by: Jessica Stilger, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023-24 Berkley Schools Calendar: Portrait of a Learner -- Courage
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Pulaski CSD Calendar
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere,
Ben Miller,
Leanna Albrecht,
Janet Elseth,
Shelley Thornton-Simon,
Silvia Lansburg,
Award Entry:
Clover Park School District 2023-24 Calendar
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Adrianna Davies, Digital Media & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Dayton Public Schools Calendar
Educational Service District 105, Yakima, Washington
Submitted by: Brittany Kaple, Marketing Program Manager
Elena  Olmstead, Communications Generalist
Award Entry:
ESD 105 Annual Impact Calendar
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Central Texas Calendar
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Mandi LeCompte, Communications Manager
Kris Miskimens, MISKIMENS DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION
Award Entry:
Highline Family Calendar
Hopkins County Schools, Madisonville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lori Harrison, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Hopkins County Schools 2023-2024 Calendar
Lake Stevens School District, Lake Stevens, Washington
Submitted by: Jayme Taylor, Executive Director of Communications
Jonathan  Sulzbach, Graphic Designer & Webmaster
Award Entry:
2023-24 District Calendar & Family Handbook
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Christine Liberaski, Director, School & Community Engagement
Erika Shaedle, Advertising & Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Blueprint for Student Success - 2023-2025 Activities Calendar
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Utica Calendar 23-24
Piscataway Township Schools, Piscataway, New Jersey
Submitted by: Gary Miller, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
2023-24 School Guide and Calendar
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Tim Tewalt, Graphic Arts Coordinator
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
PWCS Annual Calendar
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Kim Vigars, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Questar III BOCES 2023-24 Print Calendar
Quincy School District, Quincy, Washington
Submitted by: Jessica Blancas, Communications Coordinator
Justin  Blalock, Technology Assistant 1/Photographer
Taylor McCurdy, Technology Assistant/Photographer
Award Entry:
Elevating Student Voice 2023-2024 Calendar
Sandusky City Schools, Sandusky, Ohio
Submitted by: Kerstyn Pou, Marketing and Communications Specialist
Brooke Austin, District Information and Web Communications, Branding, Graphic Design
Award Entry:
2023-2024 School Year Printed Calendar
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Communications Director
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cultivating Curiosity
Stafford County Public Schools, Stafford, Virginia
Submitted by: Sandra Osborn, Chief Communications Officer
Hunter Berry, Assistant Director of Family and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Stafford Schools Family Calendar
Topeka Public Schools, Topeka, Kansas
Submitted by: Dan Garrett, Sr. Communications Specialist
Michael Williams, Communications Specialist
Aarion  Gray, General Director of Instructional Services
Phoebe Nordyke, Communications Specialist
Kylie Fleck-Talley, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Topeka Public Schools Calendar
Wyoming City Schools, Wyoming, Ohio
Submitted by: Suzy Henke, Director of Communications
Sherry Stoffer, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Wyoming City Schools Printed Calendar
Merit
Acton Agua Dulce USD (CA), Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Katie Hawck, Communications & Community Specialist
Award Entry:
24/25 Magnet Academic Calendar
Baldwin County School District (GA), Milledgeville, Georgia
Submitted by: Eric Jones, Coordinator of School and Community Relations
Gina Whitaker, Executive Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
Calendar: Baldwin County School 2023-2024 KFC Calendar
Carmel Central School District, Patterson, New York
Submitted by: Chris Yerkes, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Carmel CSD District Calendar 2023-2024
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
APW CSD Calendar
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Oswego CSD Calendar
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Hannibal CSD Calendar
Citrus County Schools, Inverness, Florida
Submitted by: Lindsay Blair, Public Information Officer
Hillary Hammerle, District Secretary
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Parent Guide & Calendar: Ready, Set, Accelerate!
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Perdue Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Alex Marchante, Digital Communications Specialist
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Dan  Smith, K-12 Fine Arts, Health, & PE Curriculum Coordinator
Award Entry:
2023-24 Student Art Wall Calendar
Community ISD, Nevada, Texas
Submitted by: Christopher Mycoskie, Communications Coordinator
Cooper Welch, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023-24 Academic Calendar
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES, Fredonia, New York
Submitted by: Alan Gustafson, Public Relations Specialist
Mike Rukavina, Director of Communications and Development
Annie Rosenthal, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
2023-2024 E2CCB Annual Calendar
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Two-Page School Calendar
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Aaron Libby, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Aaron Libby, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Horn High School Girls Basketball Schedule
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Scott  Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Michele Kessler, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Rockland BOCES You Belong Here - 2023-24 Calendar
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Expect Excellence 2023-2024 Calendar
Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Adam Mumm, Multimedia & Website Strategist
Patti Lux, Director of Communications and Engagement
Award Entry:
Sun Prairie Schools 2023–2024 School Event Calendar
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by: Marisa Vette, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Tia Quirk, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2023-24 Activities Calendar
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
Amy Vohwinkel, Graphic Artist/Designer
Award Entry:
2023-2024 District Calendar
Zion Elementary District 6, Zion, Illinois
Submitted by: Donelle Staples, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Brian Kibby, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
ZESD 6 District Calendar
Honorable Mention
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Mexico CSD Calendar
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Award Entry:
Desk Calendar
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Aaron Libby, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Aaron Libby, Graphic Designer
Laura Job, Chief of Communications
Award Entry:
MISD 2024-2025 Calendar
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Mary Cornelius, Communication Specialist
JacQui Getty, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Minnetonka Public Schools Annual Calendar 2023-24
Pittsford Schools, Pittsford, New York
Submitted by: Nancy Wayman, Director of Communication
Laurie Everhart, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Pittsford Schools Calendar of Schedules and Events
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jacqueline Dodrill, Public Information Specialist
Michele Kessler, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
North Rockland Central School District 2023-2024 Calendar
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
Spring Lake Park Schools Calendar 2023-2024
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Facility Services 12 Month Calendar

Excellence in Writing
Excellence
Allentown School District (PA), Allentown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Melissa Reese, Communications Manager
Liam  Goldrick, Partner
Award Entry:
Basic Education Funding Commission Testimony
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Jeff Mayo, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Let's talk about Tennessee's A-F School Letter Grade sham
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Award Entry:
Winning Gold: A student's comeback story at the Special Olympics
Ascension Parish Public Schools (LA), Donaldsonville, Louisiana
Submitted by: Jackie Tisdell, Public Information Officer
Taylor Rubach, Public Information Coordinator
Danielle Evans, Digital Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
The Best of Both Worlds
Barrington 220 School District, Barrington, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications
Annie  Loizzi , Graphic Designer/Web and Print Design Coordinator
Award Entry:
50th Anniversary Alumni Stories
Battle Ground Public Schools, Battle Ground, Washington
Submitted by: Chris Brown, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Black History Month recognized by students at Battle Ground and Prairie high schools
Baltimore County Public Schools, Towson, Maryland
Submitted by: Gboyinde Onijala, Director, Communications and Community Outreach
Diana Spencer, Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Face of the Week: Michael Crispens, Patapsco High School graduate and elementary social studies coordinator
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Conor Christofferson, Assistant Director, Communications
Award Entry:
PCSC girls race to victory at tech competition
Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District, Briarcliff Manor, New York
Submitted by: Maytal Wichman, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Senior Angelina Meng Makes history in Winning Presigious Award
Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Internal & External Relations
Award Entry:
BPHS students conducting cutting-edge scientific research
Carmel Central School District, Patterson, New York
Submitted by: Debra West, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Young Doctors of Reading at Kent Primary School
Chappaqua Central School District, Chappaqua, New York
Submitted by: Natalia Baage, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Girl Power: Greeley Athletes Thrive Thanks to Friendships
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by: Barbara Jacoby, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
CCSD Announces 2024 Teacher of the Year Finalists
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
South Seneca CSD: WELCOME TO THE SOUTH SENECA ZOO, AKA MRS. PARSONS'S CLASSROOM
Cobb County School District (GA), Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Nan Kiel, Press Relations
Award Entry:
On Georgia’s BEST One-Year Anniversary, Cobb Educators are Thriving!
Cobb County School District (GA), Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Nan Kiel, Press Relations
Award Entry:
This is Cobb: Hero Bus Driver Saves Student’s Life
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Nan Kiel, Press Relations
Award Entry:
This is Cobb: Cathie Seibert’s Life of Service as Soldier and Educator
Collier County Public Schools, Naples, Florida
Submitted by: Chad Oliver, Chief Communication Officer
Award Entry:
Running and Giving to 'Save One Kid'
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Rachel Cory, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Documenting Ghana: A Trip of a Lifetime
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Rachel Cory, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
National Principal Month: Fort Hayes’ Dr. Ruffin Overcomes Obstacles to Fulfill Lifelong Music Educator Dream
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Tia Wahl, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Whetstone High School Student Receives U.S. Patent for Invention
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The ‘Plot’ Unfolds: Former Westie Student Britt Plotsky Returns to Cms West as its Librarian
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
From Classroom to Cosmos: Challenger Learning Center Provides Hands-On Math and Science Education
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Wendy Liu, Internal Public Affairs Specialist
Cynthia  Forwalder, Information specialist, Ramstein High School
Award Entry:
Creating a culture of reading at Ramstein High School
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Stephen Major, Strategic Writer
Award Entry:
Rota Middle High School Graduation Speech
Department of Defense Education Activity, Peachtree City, Georgia
Submitted by: Michael O'Day, Public Affairs Officer
Award Entry:
Bringing Pixar Magic into the Classroom: A DoDEA School's Innovative Approach to Education
Department of Defense Education Activity, Peachtree City, Georgia
Submitted by: Kenneth Lewis, Public Affairs Specialist
Award Entry:
Murray Elementary selected by Georgia DOE Nutrition Team for Culinary Pilot Program
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Four Generations
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Puzzles to Solve: Welcoming Refugee Students to Dublin
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Natalie Rivera, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Noey Do: State champion tennis player excels on and off the court
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
O'Hara Students Crack the Case of Zero the Hero
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by: Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Madison  Bateman, Web Experience Coordinator
Award Entry:
Celebrating an Aspiring Educator: Sofia Driver, Frederick High School
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
"Guerrero Returns to Alma Mater as GIPS First Pathback Recipient"
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Guilford Dialogues welcome message from Superintendent Whitney Oakley
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Whitney Oakley, Superintendent
Award Entry:
This Must Stop: A letter to the community after the Dudley High tragedy
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Award Entry:
GCS Graduates Earned $180 Million in Scholarship and Grant Awards, Highest Amount Since the Pandemic
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Award Entry:
History in High Point: GCS opens first school named after a Latina in North Carolina
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Award Entry:
GCS Launches New Strategic Direction
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Whitney Oakley, Superintendent
Award Entry:
We need more women in top leadership positions in our nation’s public schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kondria Woods, Director of Communications
Katherine  Frye, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Resourcefulness in the Seckinger Cluster
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Nicole Thompson, Digital Media Manager
Award Entry:
Puget Sound Skills Center: Shaping Future Professionals
Holyoke Public Schools, Holyoke, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Jennie Oesterreicher, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
"You're good at math; you just don't know it yet," says Sullivan math coach
Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District, Honeoye Falls, New York
Submitted by: Leah Shepard, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
The Renaissance of Trades
Hopkins Public Schools, Hopkins, Minnesota
Submitted by: Michelle Wirth, Communication Specialists
Award Entry:
West Junior High Transforms into Community School
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Wendy Castleman, Assistant Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Hard Work, Dedication Helped I.H.S. Senior Overcome Obstacles
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Wendy Castleman, Assistant Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Student's Smile is Best Part of Each School Day, Para Says
Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Juliann Morris, Communications and Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
JCPS Bus Driver’s Kind Gesture Turns a Student’s Bad Day Around
Kalamazoo Public Schools - Kalamazoo, MI, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Submitted by: Susan Coney, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
Linda  Mah, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
KPS's Tim Richmond Helps Students Find Songs in the Key of Life
Liberty Central School District, Liberty, New York
Submitted by: Denielle Cazzolla, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
New technology brings history to life
Liberty Central School District, Liberty, New York
Submitted by: Denielle Cazzolla, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Beyond the rainbow
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Brent Hardin, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Sanders, McArtor honored for decades of service at Huntington
Long Beach USD, Long Beach, California
Submitted by: Marry Gomez-Salinas, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
LBUSD Teacher of the Year
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Ellie Herman, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
An Education for Generations: How Maria Del Rosario Covarrubias Impacted MMSD
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Ellie Herman, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Senior Spotlight: Tomas Gonzalez Reflects on Childhood in Chile as he Heads to Harvard
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Facilities and Funding Fueling Future Referenda Considerations
Madison-Oneida BOCES, Verona, New York
Submitted by: Sapna Kollali, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Partnership Creates English Class at Sherrill Manufacturing
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Family Times - Back to School 2023-2024, August 2023 Issue
Martinsville City Public Schools, Martinsville, Virginia
Submitted by: Callie Hietala, Communications & Community Outreach Coordinator
Angilee Downing, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction
Award Entry:
Martinsville High School Among Top Schools in Area for College and Career Readiness
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Award Entry:
Getting to Know Minnetonka’s New Superintendent
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mary Cornelius, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Minnetonka Theatre and Unified Club Collaborate to Host Sensory-Friendly Sound of Music Performance
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Magic Touch
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
I Love You and I'm Proud of You': TPYA Program Graduates Two
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Fault Line: The Summer Williston Closed
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
In Their House: Bernard Brunson's Year at Williston
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Miss Sarah Don't Play: Legendary Bus Driver Leads with Love
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Executive Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Jennifer  Williams, Coordinator of Community Relations and Marketing
Award Entry:
Basketball season will make history with first female coaching a Peninsula District boys team
North Salem Central School District, North Salem, New York
Submitted by: Sarah Divi, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Breaking Communications Barriers, Forging Extraordinary Friendships
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Silvermine 3rd Grader Inspired by Norwalk Mayor's Hearing Aid
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Shruti Mungi, Web Content Strategist
Award Entry:
Citizens Band Radio Service
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Chelsea Embree, Director of Publications and Engagement Strategy, Communications & Digital Media
Award Entry:
Modern Algebra
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington state, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Chelsea Embree, Communications Strategist
Award Entry:
Content-integrated learning
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Chelsea Embree, Director of Publications and Engagement Strategy, Communications & Digital Media
Award Entry:
Early Literacy
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Rebecca  Walts, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
F-S Elem. School Psychologist Receives School Psychologist of the Year Award
Pattonville School District, Saint Ann, Missouri
Submitted by: Kelly Gordon, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Students work with defense contractor on special project
Pine-Richland School District, Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Erin Hasinger, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Duquesne Light, STA and Pine-Richland Celebrate Electric Bus Pilot Program
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Dan Sherman, Strategic Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Reaction to the NYS Budget
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Gladys Cruz, District Superintendent
Award Entry:
National Test Scores Continue to Drop
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Gladys Cruz, District Superintendent
Award Entry:
Asking Thoughtful Questions About AI
Richfield Public Schools, Richfield, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jennifer Valley, Dir. of Marketing & Communication
Laura Otterness, Digital Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
The Spartan Crew: Supporting New Students
Richland County School District One, Columbia, South Carolina
Submitted by: Ilyssa Weiner, Public Information Manager
Award Entry:
Richland One Employee Profile: District Teacher of the Year Kavon Barger Ensures His Students are Loved and Supported
Richland County School District One, Columbia, South Carolina
Submitted by: Ilyssa Weiner, Public Information Manager
Award Entry:
A.C. Flora Senior Kaden Bagley Encourages Young Amputees to Get Back to Doing the Things They Love
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Playground Improvements at Fairway Make Recess More Accessible for all Students
Rutherford County Schools, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Submitted by: Mealand Ragland-Hudgins, Communications Specialist
Barton Henley, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
‘Heartbeat of our team’: High school bands do more than entertain under Friday Night Lights
Rutherford County Schools, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Submitted by: James Evans, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
John Colemon Elementary education assistant Casey Comer recognized with award for saving life of pre-kindergarten student
South Orange-Maplewood SD, Montclair, New Jersey
Submitted by: Paul Brubaker, Communications Director
Award Entry:
CHS Senior Breaks School Record In The 1600 Set By MMS Principal
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Brian Howard, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
RETIREE SPOTLIGHT: CTE INSTRUCTOR RETIRES, ONE MORE TIME
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
From Dekaney to HBCU to Ivy League medical school, Spring ISD alum pursues a path of excellence
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Overcoming her own challenges, Thompson ES principal inspires and uplifts others
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Celebration of Life for Ruben Estrada
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Huntsman scholarship, internship help Wunsche HS grad build on foundations laid by family
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
For one first-year teacher, there’s no place like Spring ISD
Springdale Public Schools, Springdale, Arkansas
Submitted by: Mary Jordan, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Jenkins Inducted into Hall of Honor
Springdale Public Schools, Springdale, Arkansas
Submitted by: Mary Jordan, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
District Supports Creative Growth
Stephens County Schools, Toccoa, Georgia
Submitted by: April James, School and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Matters of the Heart: A Teacher's Inspirational Story
Stillwater Central School District, Stillwater, New York
Submitted by: Natalie Rowan, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Tumbling towards kindness: elementary students combine community service and STEAM learning for exciting project
TASB, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
In the Zone
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Rock Scholars: Ancient Murals Focus on Unique Science Class
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Strategic Change
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Housing Benefits
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Fulfilling the Future
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Powered Together
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Voices and Choices
Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
David Schleck, Public Relations Coordinator I
Award Entry:
All in good fun: Learning about music, puppets and human character through performing arts
Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
Cyndi Butler Focke, TEA Content Writer
Award Entry:
Students explore nature as part of journaling project
Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
David Schleck, Public Relations Coordinator I
Award Entry:
Science lessons learned: Students discover STEM carnival isn’t just fun and games
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by: Wayne Kazmierczak, Superintendent
Marisa Vette, APR, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Janet Swiecichowski, APR, Vice President | CEL Marketing PR Design
Chelsea Janke, Vice President | CEL Marketing PR Design
Award Entry:
Embracing Change 2023 Convocation
Wylie ISD (TX), Wylie, Texas
Submitted by: Casi Thedford, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Five Generations of Pirates
Merit
AASA, The School Superintendents Association (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Gladys I. Cruz, President of AASA, The School Superintendents Association
Award Entry:
"Walking in the Footsteps of a Tragedy," School Administrator (January 2024)
Acton Agua Dulce USD (CA), Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Katie Hawck, Communications & Community Specialist
Award Entry:
Blog Article Celebrating School Choice Week
Baldwin County School District (GA), Milledgeville, Georgia
Submitted by: Eric Jones, Coordinator of School and Community Relations
Eric Jones, School & Public Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
Distinguished Alumni: Coach Audra Smith Class of '88: A Life of Athletic Excellence and Advocacy
Bedford Central School District, Bedford, New York
Submitted by: Jennifer Garry, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Creativity Soars in Bedford Hills Elementary School’s Art Studio
Central Kitsap Schools, Bremerton, Washington
Submitted by: Josh Horton, Web and Social Media Content Developer
RandaLyn  Novick, Web and Social Media Content Developer
Jane Carter, Communications Specialist
Angela Dice, Web and Social Media Content Developer
David Beil, Executive Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Engineering in Elementary (EiE) in CK Schools
Chardon Local Schools, Chardon, Ohio
Submitted by: Kelly Misch, Communications Director
Award Entry:
PK-7 Raises $5.4K for "No Kid Sleeps on the Floor®"
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Midlothian, Virginia
Submitted by: Leigh Ann McKelway, Writer/Editor
Award Entry:
Let’s resolve to respect educators
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Award Entry:
Dr. Hooker's State of the District address
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
PLC + MTSS = Focused Teaching, Learning and Growth for CMS North Students
Cranston Public Schools, Cranston, Rhode Island
Submitted by: Jennifer Cowart, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Regarding the AES
Dallas ISD (Tx), Dallas, Texas
Submitted by: Anastasia Reed, Director, Communication Services
Molly  Schrader, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Axsel’s journey to opportunity
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Wendy Liu, Internal Public Affairs Specialist
Brent Cogswell, Science teacher, Alconbury Middle High School
Award Entry:
How Alconbury Middle High School grew its outdoor classroom
Eastchester Union-Free School District, Eastchester, New York
Submitted by: Michael Q. Smith, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Waverly Students Thriving in FLES Program
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Tonya Thomas, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Local business owner gives back to Fort Bend ISD, community that raised him
Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Submitted by: Krista Stockman, Director of Communications and Marketing
Julie Hollingsworth, FWCS Board Member
Matthew Schiebel, Executive Director of Safety and Community Partnerships
Award Entry:
SAFER Schools Referendum Op-Ed
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Award Entry:
Jared Boxes' Bring Joy to Ill Children
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Award Entry:
Unified Hackathon Bolsters Inclusivity
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
FCAHS & DMS Polar Plunge Team Tops in State
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Rachel McReynolds, Communications Facilitator
Joshua Durham, Web Designer
Award Entry:
A Day With Tucker the Therapy Dog
Glastonbury Public Schools, Glastonbury, Connecticut
Submitted by: Patricia Renaud, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Behavior Issues at School
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kondria Woods, Director of Communications
Katherine Frye, Multimedia Manager
Amara Lewis, Communications Specialist
Marisol Devarez, Spanish Language Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Empathy in the Meadowcreek Cluster
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony School of Excellence Music Prodigy
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Native Plant Rescue Project
Jackson County School System, Jefferson, Georgia
Submitted by: Edward Hooper, Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Community Focused Daniel Living Out Middle School Dream
Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Juliann Hebert, Information & Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
JCPS Alum Credits Alternative School with Helping her Reach New Heights
Kalamazoo Public Schools - Kalamazoo, MI, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Submitted by: Susan Coney, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
Linda Mah, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Kalamazoo Math and Science Institute Continues to Expand Minds and Opportunities
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Marlenia Thornton, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Maxey families explore various world cultures with Heritage Night
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Marlenia Thornton, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Norwood Park CLC launches Parenting Partners program
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Brent Hardin, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
LPS students net winning moments at CLC basketball games
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Joseph Bakes, Community Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Excellence in Writing
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington state, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Shruti Mungi, Web Content Strategist
Award Entry:
Washington Builds Partnerships for Human-Centered AI in Public Schools
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Meg Gutzwiller, Communication specialist
Award Entry:
Grad Spotlight: Keelie Sorensen
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
Unified gym class connects students through activity
Somers Central School District, Somers, New York
Submitted by: Heather Thurmeier, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Somers High Schooler Going for Gold for Team USA
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
Encouraging Emerging Scientists
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
The Power of Morning Meetings
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Beep Ball
Honorable Mention
Bedford Central School District, Bedford, New York
Submitted by: Jennifer Garry, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Pound Ridge Elementary School Students Explore Art and Poetry
Blind Brook Union Free School District, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Alicia Smith, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
A whale of an event at BMPRSS
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Eric Rauch, Digital Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Top Basketball Talent in the Fight of His Young Life
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Making connections: A look at one elementary school district’s journey to support families new to the United States
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Wendy Liu, Internal Public Affairs Specialist
Mary Longo, Speech-Language Pathologist, Ansbach Elementary School
Award Entry:
Ansbach Elementary celebrates diversity and inclusion with ASL song
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Tonya Thomas, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Quail Valley Middle School's Crochet Club students make connections one loop at a time
Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, California
Submitted by: Diana Diaz, Director of Communications
Anne Ellis , Community Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Helping Students Find Purpose
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kondria Woods, Director of Communications
Katherine Frye, Multimedia Manager
Amara Lewis, Communications Specialist
Marisol Devarez, Spanish Language Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Student Voice in the Lanier Cluster
Hamilton Southeastern Schools (IN), Fishers, Indiana
Submitted by: Emily Abbotts, Director of School and Community Relations
Award Entry:
No Tax Hike, Just High Stakes
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Candice Keutzer, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Virtual Reality Becomes a Reality at Harmony Public Schools
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Ken Blackstone, Assistant Director, Communications
Dylan Garner, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
An esports competition at middle school? For HCPS students, it was a 'Smash' hit.
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Mandi LeCompte, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Fighting Fires and Forging Futures
Hopkins County Schools, Madisonville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lori Harrison, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
HCS State of Education Speech
Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Juliann Morris, Information & Communications Corrdinator
Award Entry:
Back to Their Roots
Kalamazoo Public Schools - Kalamazoo, MI, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Submitted by: Susan Coney, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
Linda Mah, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program Wraps Around Students
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene,  Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Schaefer: Building a KHSD Legacy
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Award Entry:
School Ways Column
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Meghan Kuemmel, Communication specialist
Award Entry:
Graduate Spotlight: Forensic Science Supervisor Steven Swenson
Pattonville School District, Saint Ann, Missouri
Submitted by: Kelly Gordon, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Perez scores first MLS goal with staff, families at match
Public Schools of Robeson County, Lumberton, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jessica Sealey, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
LOCAL STUDENTS ADVANCE TO STATE, REGIONAL ROBOTICS COMPETITIONS
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Yorktown Heights, New York
Submitted by: Karen Thornton, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Regional Assistant Principal Institute Highlights Actionable Equity
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
Teaching Thanksgiving
Somers Central School District, Somers, New York
Submitted by: Heather Thurmeier, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Finding Common Ground with Middle School Mentors
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Cara Tomao, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Students in the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns Spread Kindness
Spokane Public Schools, Spokane, Washington
Submitted by: Ryan Lancaster, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
School staff and families build bridges, break bread
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Excellence in Writing: Spreading love and hope: SBISD School Nutrition Services ignites a spark for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Excellence in Writing: My SBISD Story Series
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
For one Spring High School Class of 2023 top-ten graduate, ‘All the world’s a stage’
Troy City School District (NY), Troy, New York
Submitted by: Jason Laz, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
TMS Students Whip Up Coffee and Confections for Staff
Westerville City Schools, Westerville, Ohio
Submitted by: Charlie Boss, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Living with cancer: Hanby Elementary physical education teacher committed to students, being active amid diagnosis

Financial Publication
Excellence
Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Thornton, Colorado
Submitted by: Bailey Doehler, Marketing & Creative Specialist
Joe Ferdani, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2016 Bond Final Report
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere
Ben Miller
Leanna Albrecht
Janet Elseth
Shelley Thornton-Simon
Silvia Lansburg
Award Entry:
Clover Park School District 2024 Replacement Levy Flyer
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
2023-24 Budget
Glenbrook High School District 225 (IL), Glenview, Illinois
Submitted by: R.J. Gravel, Deputy Superintendent
Vicki Traver-Anderson, Director of Business Services/CSBO
Award Entry:
District 225 2023-24 Budget and Briefs
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Budget 101 Webpage
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist 
Award Entry:
Budget in Brief
Olentangy Local Schools, Lewis Center, Ohio
Submitted by: Christian Ross, Director of Communications
Krista Davis, Chief of Communications
Amanda Beeman, Assistant Director of Communications
Elizabeth Bowers, Assistant Director of Communications
Ryan Jenkins, Treasurer
Award Entry:
2023 Popular Annual Financial Report
Sand Springs Public Schools, Sand Springs, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Lissa Chidester, Director of Communications
Lissa Chidester, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Future-Ready Sandites Student Investment Plan Webpage
Stafford County Public Schools, Stafford, Virginia
Submitted by: Sandra Osborn, Chief Communications Officer
Hunter Berry, Assistant Director of Family and Community Engagement
Christopher R. Fulmer, Deputy Superintendent of Finance and Operations
Award Entry:
School Board Approved FY25 Operating Budget Guide
Whitfield County Schools (GA), Dalton, Georgia
Submitted by: Kristina Horsley, Communications Director
Kelly Coon, Chief Financial Officer
Award Entry:
WCS Values You
Merit
27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
Mikel  Phillipi, Communications Manager
27J Communications ,
Award Entry:
Community Investments Report
Broome-Tioga BOCES, Binghamton, New York
Submitted by: Regina Felice, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Look at Us- School Budget Newsletter
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Central Square School District - Inside the Square/Capital Project Newsletter 2024
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jennifer Shealy, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023-24 Budget Proposal
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by: Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Kyle  Raines, Multimedia and Graphic Arts Manager
Award Entry:
Frederick County Public Schools Adopted FY2024 Operating Budget Book
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Kim Doherty, Communications Specialist
Moriah Banasick, Executive Director of Finance and Budget
Award Entry:
Monthly Financial Report
Honorable Mention
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Director, Communications
Award Entry:
How a Hollywood EMT became the CFO of Bethel
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitter: Carrie McGowan, Director, Strategic Planning, Community Relations and Publications
Award Entry:
Financial Facts
East Irondequoit Central School District, Rochester, New York
Submitted by: Danielle Gorevski, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023-24 Budget Newsletter
Lakewood School District, Marysville, Washington
Submitted by: Kristina Bowman, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
We Are Lakewood: April 23 Levy Information
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Marketing
Award Entry:
NNPS Budget At a Glance
Winchester Public Schools (VA), Winchester, Virginia
Submitted by: Maggie McCampbell Lien, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Winchester Public Schools Capital Improvement Plan 2024-2028
Windham Public Schools, Willimantic, Connecticut
Submitted by: Holly Pattavina, Manager, Executive Services
Award Entry:
Windham Public Schools 2024-25 Board of Education's Recommended Budget Book

Handbook/Guide
Excellence
Broadablin-Perth Central School District (NY), Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2024 Broadalbin-Perth Jr./Sr. High School Curriculum Guide
Community High School District 99, Downers Grove, Illinois
Submitted by: Jill Browning, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Miholic, Communications Specialist
Liz Shields, Principal, Liz Shields Design LLC
Award Entry:
District 99 Communications Guide - 2023-24
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emma Lewis, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
HSI - Euless Brochure
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KS), Kansas City, Kansas
Submitted by: Kamron Porter, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
KCKPS Attend to Achieve Resource Guide
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
OCPS Stellar Customer Service Communication Guide
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
2023-24 Pocket Guide
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
New Board Member Handbook
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
A Guide to Participating in Delegate Assembly
Merit
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services
Award Entry:
Communications Staff Playbook
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by: Carrie McGowan, Director, Strategic Planning, Community Relations and Publications
Award Entry:
Focus on the Future
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott  Thompson, Communications Specialist
Katie Greenwood, Lead District Translator
Award Entry:
2023-24 Back to School Guide
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Andrea Torres, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Parent and Partner Guide to the Local Control Accountability Plan
Danville Public Schools (VA), Danville, Virginia
Submitted by: Lanie Davis, Public Information Officer
O'Dellshalah Wiles, Digital Media Technician
Carllnisha Bullard, Coordinator of Advanced Learning and Choice Programs
Award Entry:
2024-2025 School Choice Guide
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
DPS Communication Manual
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Steve Bailey, Partner
Award Entry:
Malden Public Schools Program of Studies 2023-2024 School Year
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
High School Handbook & Course Catalog
Loudoun County Public Schools (VA), Ashburn, Virginia
Submitted by: Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Kimberly Goodlin, Executive Assistant
Joan Sahlgren, Director, Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Guide and Directory
Region 10 ESC, Richardson, Texas
Submitted by: Rachel Frost, Chief Information Officer
Tom Nielsen, Senior Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Early Childhood Transition Guidebook
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tiffany Lowery, Associate Principal of Operations
S. Matthew Graham, Associate Principal of Operations
Award Entry:
Student and Parent Handbook
Saginaw Intermediate School District, Saginaw, Michigan
Submitted by: Coty Kuschinsky, Chief of Staff & Communications Supervisor
Award Entry:
Saginaw ISD Brand Guidelines Webpage
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harison, New York
Submitted by: Jeffry Braun, Graphic Illustrator
Award Entry:
Ossining Employee Handbook
Upper Grand DSB, Guelph, Ontario
Submitted by: Heather Loney, Communications and Public Relations Manager
Award Entry:
Brand Identity Usage Guidelines for Staff
Honorable Mention
CCSD21, WHEELING, Illinois
Submitted by: Cassandra Young, Director of Communications
Marlen  Rojas, Receptionist
Leticia Del Real, Superintendent's Assistant
Award Entry:
School Welcome Kits
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia
Submitted by: Fallon Graham, Planning, Policy and Research Director
Renee Holland, Administrative Assistant to Fallon Graham
Rachel Haywood, Digital Media Specialist
Leslie Darden, Digital Media Specialist
Tee Bunch-Boney, Supervisor of Planning, Policy & Research
Darlene Gorman, Records Management Specialist
Angie Smith, Chief of Staff/Clerk of the Board
Award Entry:
Legislative Agenda
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations and Communications
Alex Marchante, Digital Communications Specialist
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Katie Greenwood, Lead District Translator
Award Entry:
CCSD Communication and Style Guide 2023-24
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Mandi LeCompte, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Highline Brand Guidelines
Portage Public Schools, Portage, Michigan
Submitted by: Kayla Miller, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
A guide to Community Relations at PPS for staff
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jennifer Citrolo, Senior Public Information Specialist
Hailey  Robertson, Public Information Specialist
Michele Kessler, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
SOCSD Guide to the School Year: 2023-24
Roosevelt School District No. 66, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Will Argeros, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
2023-24 Family and Student Success Handbook
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Student Code of Conduct: District Handbook
Zion Elementary District 6, Zion, Illinois
Submitted by: Donelle Staples, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Award Entry:
Grading Guidelines

Infographic
Excellence
Batesville School District (AR), Batesville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator
Abigail Catacutan, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
Pioneer Joe on the Go
Battle Ground Public Schools, Brush Prairie, Washington
Submitted by: Jenna Buescher-Hill, Communication Specialist: Web, Design & Branding
Award Entry:
PLC Seven-step Infographic
Beaverton School District (OR), Beaverton, Oregon
Submitted by: Shellie Bailey-Shah, Public Communications Officer
Sean Van, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Exit Strategies for Peer Pressure Vaping
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services
Award Entry:
Attendance Matters
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services
Award Entry:
Back-to-School Community Fairs Postcard
Champaign Unit 4 Schools, Champaign, Illinois
Submitted by: Stacey Moore, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Unit 4 Student Assignment Process
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Ali Wade, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
ESSER and Columbus City School District Infographic
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Know the Facts
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"GISH Academies Re-Launch" - Infographic
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Infographic | Hemlock Public School District At-A-Glance
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Ken Blackstone, Assistant Director, Communications
Award Entry:
HCPS Student Registration Process Infographic
Huron Valley Schools (MI), Highland, Michigan
Submitted by: Barbara Roethler, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Kimberly Willis, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Safety and Security Infographic
Lynden School District, Lynden, Washington
Submitted by: Rachel Nakanishi, Education Communications
David VanderYacht, Superintendent
Daniel Thompson, Graphic Designer
Rachel Nakanishi, Education Communications
Award Entry:
Lynden School District Bond Fact Sheet
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
2023 enrollment fact sheet
Roosevelt School District No. 66, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Will Argeros, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
About RSD Infographic
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Comprehensive Support and Improvement Local Control Accountability Plan Prompt Guide
Shawnee Mission School District (KS), Overland Park, Kansas
Submitted by: Kristin Babcock, Communications Coordinator
Mandy LaVelle, Graphic Designer
Michaela Scruggs, Communications Coordinator
David Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Shawnee Mission Shines!
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
Panther Foundation 20th Anniversary Infographic
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
At Your Fingertips
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
Designing Safer Schools
The Winnetka Public Schools, Winnetka, Illinois
Submitted by: Katharine Hughes, Communications & Community Relations Coordinator
Kelly Tess, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Biannual Message: By-the-Numbers
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
 Melissa Verduyn, TSD Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Troy Union at a Glance
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Felisa Hannah, Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Kirk Shrum, Superintendent
Cristina Gutierrez, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Visalia Unified Foundations
Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Florida
Submitted by: Danielle Johnson, Director of Community Information
John Scott, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Strategic Plan Infographic
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
Amy Vohwinkel, Graphic Artist/Designer
Award Entry:
Total Solar Eclipse Flyer
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
Amy Vohwinkel, Graphic Artist/Designer
Award Entry:
2023-2024 District Goals
Merit
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Gerson Paniagua, Assistant Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships
Cindy Centeno, External Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
What Do I Need to Register My Child for School? ACPS Enrollment Infographic
El Dorado Public Schools USD 490, El Dorado, Kansas
Submitted by: Kimberly Koop, Director of Community Engagement and Recruitment
Award Entry:
USD 490 Fast Facts
Geary County Schools USD 475, Junction City, Kansas
Submitted by: Matthew Hoover, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Friday Night Scoreboard
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Survey Results Infographic
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Community Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
School Behavior Matrix
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Mollie Rosenburg, Special Projects Coordinator
Frank Pompa, Administrative Coordinator, Multimedia Design
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
Finish Strong
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Frank Pompa, Administrative Coordinator, Multimedia Design
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
PWCS Workforce Graphic
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Comprehensive Support and Improvement Process Map
Stafford County Public Schools (VA), Stafford, Virginia
Submitted by: Sandra Osborn, Chief Communications Officer
Emily Smith, Assistant Director of Digital Communication
Award Entry:
Secondary Offerings by Grade Level
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Felisa Hannah, Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Dennis  Dyck, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Kirk Shrum, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Core Beliefs and Commitments
West Ada School District / Joint School District No. 2, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Ken Hyde, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
West Ada School District At-a-Glance
West Ada School District, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Josh White, IT Field Services Manager
Award Entry:
West Ada School District - What the Tech.?
Zion Elementary District 6, Zion, Illinois
Submitted by: Donelle Staples, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Award Entry:
ZESD 6 Tier Designations and District Performance
Honorable Mention
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The SEL Ecosystem - When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.
Community Unit School District 300, Algonquin, Illinois
Submitted by: Anthony McGinn, Chief of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
Casey DeFauw, Director of Communications
Kathy Balcazar, Communications Specialist
Shannon Flairty, Graphic Designer
Nallely Coria, District Translator
Traci Magsamen, Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
Winter Weather Infographics
Lake Zurich School District 95, Lake Zurich, Illinois
Submitted by: Jean Malek, Executive Director of Communications & Community Relations
Award Entry:
Empower95 Strategic Plan - Classroom Poster
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Graphic Design
Dr. Jaraun Ransome, Program Administrator, Student Conduct & Discipline
Award Entry:
NNPS SBAR Behavior Chart 23-24
Orangeburg County School District, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: Hatara Tyson, Communications & Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
OCSD Community Report 2023
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Diane Brame, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Portsmouth Public Schools Graduate Profile Infographic
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Frank Pompa, Administrative Coordinator, Multimedia Design
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
Ignite Presentation
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Communications Director
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:

SVIHS Construction Survey Infographic

Magazine
Excellence
Alabama School of Fine Arts, Birmingham, Alabama
Submitted by: Katie Roach Dudley, Director of Marketing/Communications
Award Entry:
Alabama School of Fine Arts Magazine Spring/Summer 2023
Alabama School of Fine Arts, Birmingham, Alabama
Submitted by: Katie Dudley, Director of Marketing/Communications
Award Entry:
Alabama School of Fine Arts Magazine Fall/Winter 2023
Birmingham Public Schools (MI), Beverly Hills, Michigan
Submitted by: Cortez Strickland, Marketing & Communications Manager
Bianca  Hoban, Secretary
Jacob Carroll, Creative & Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
In Focus Magazine
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by: Barbara Jacoby, Chief Communications Officer
Carrie McGowan, Director, Strategic Planning, Community Relations and Publications
Award Entry:
Class Act Magazine
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
CISD Our Story Magazine Spring 2024 Issue
Deerfield Public Schools District 109, Deerfield, Illinois
Submitted by: Eric Steckling, Director of Communications
Katerina Schroeder, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The 109 Way Magazine: Spring/Summer 2023
Deerfield Public Schools District 109, Deerfield, Illinois
Submitted by: Eric Steckling, Director of Communications
Katerina Schroeder, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The 109 Way Magazine
Dysart Unified School District, Surprise, Arizona
Submitted by: Renee Ryon, Director of Communications & Public Relations
Ryan McGinley, Educational Media Coordinator
Carly McVay, Public Relations Program Manager
Award Entry:
Fall 2023 Community Connect Magazine
Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, California
Submitted by: Diana Diaz, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Faces of Fresno Unified - Fall 2023 Edition
Glenbrook High School District 225 (IL), Glenview, Illinois
Submitted by: Christina Salonikas, Communications Manager
Carol Smith, Executive Director of Communications
Alice Kus, Executive Assistant
Award Entry:
The Glenbrooks Community Publication: Winter 2024
Hickman Mills C-1 Schools, Kansas City, Missouri
Submitted by: Lynn Goehring, Assistant Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Around the Mill Fall 2023
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene, Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
KHSD Achieve Magazine - Spring 2023
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene, Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
KHSD Achieve Magazine - Fall 2023-24
Peoria Unified School District, Glendale, Arizona
Submitted by: Danielle Airey, Chief Communications Officer
Erin Dunsey, APR, Communications Manager
Sara  Meredith, Public Relations Coordinator
Angela Toale, Public Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
unifiED
Plain Local Schools, Canton, Ohio
Submitted by: Mary Beddell, Public Relations Director
Award Entry:
Eagle Nation Magazine | Spring 2024
Shattuck-St. Mary's School, Faribault, Minnesota
Submitted by: Alyssa Christian, Graphic Designer/Magazine Editor
Megan Maschoff, MarComm Director/Magazine Editor
Award Entry:
Through the Arch Magazine
Solano County Office of Education, Fairfield, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Leonard, Asst. Superintendent, Communications, Community Engagement & Emergency Management
Ernie Holly, Digital Media Manager
Karin Sturgis, Graphic Media & Community Outreach Specialist
Johanna Borrelli, Executive Assistant II
Award Entry:
SCOE Spotlight- Spring Highlights
Springdale Public Schools, Springdale, Arkansas
Submitted by: Trent Jones, Communications Director
Leslie Orozco, Photographer and Layout and Design
Mary Jordan, Writer and Public Relations
Trent Jones, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Springdale Public Schools Welcome Magazine
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texas Lone Star: The Power of Public Schools
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District, Vinton, Iowa
Submitted by: Kurt Karr, CEO
Kyle Koeppen, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Vinton-Shellsburg We Are Difference Makers
Merit
AASA, The School Superintendents Association, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Jay P. Goldman, Editor, School Administrator Magazine
Liz Griffin, managing editor, School Administrator
Jacqueline Hyman, senior editorial assistant
Award Entry:
School Administrator magazine - January 2024
Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Thornton, Colorado
Submitted by: Bailey Doehler, Marketing & Creative Specialist
Joe Ferdani, Chief Communications Officer
Christina Dahmen, Director of Communications & Marketing
Raquel Williams, Culture & Engagement Manager
Alicia Stice, Communications Administrator
Damian Gonzalez, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The Five Star Focus
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Timra Knox, Manager, Communications
Award Entry:
Bethel Pride
CEL Marketing PR Design, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Submitted by: Chelsea Janke, Vice President
David Lucs, Communications Director, Benilde-St. Margaret’s School
Award Entry:
Crown & Shield Summer 2023
Council Bluffs Community School District, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Submitted by: Diane Ostrowski, Chief Communications Officer
Diane Ostrowski, Chief Communications Officer
Bryce Griffin, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Achieve Magazine - Fall 2023
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
United Newsletter Summer 2023
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Sherry Williams, Communications Director
Rachel Ross, Communications Coordinator
Natalie Rivera, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Fort Bend ISD Magazine
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Coordinator
Award Entry:
IN Fox Chapel Area Magazine Spring 2023
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Mark Kramer, Director of Communications
Shadan Gunonu, Photographer
Allen Reid, Photographer
Dani Marquez, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Ajdina Selimovic, Communications Manager
Candice Keutzer, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Sally Magnuson, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Inspiring Futures
Illinois Association of School Boards, Springfield, Illinois
Submitted by: Heath Hendren, Director-Communications
Theresa Kelly Gegen, Director/Editor Services and Editor, Illinois School Board Journal
Matt Schultz, Graphic Designer
IASB Communications & Production Services ,
Award Entry:
Illinois School Board Journal: 2023 Equity Edition
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene,  Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
KHSD Achieve Magazine - Winter 2024
La Porte ISD, La Porte, Texas
Submitted by: Adam Holland, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Devin Dozier, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
La Porte ISD Insider Magazine
Lincolnwood School District 74, Lincolnwood, Illinois
Submitted by: Jackie McGoey, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Lincolnwood SD74 - The Jaguar, Fall 2023 issue
Lincolnwood School District 74, Lincolnwood, Illinois
Submitted by: Jackie McGoey, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Lincolnwood SD74 - The Jaguar, Spring 2024 issue
Minnetonka Public Schools, Lino Lakes, Minnesota
Submitted by: Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Mary Cornelius, Communication Specialist
JacQui Getty, Executive Director of Communications
Andy Smith, Audio/Visual Specialist
Award Entry:
Minnetonka Alumni Magazine 2023
New Jersey School Boards Association, Trenton, New Jersey
Submitted by: Janet Bamford, Chief Public Affairs Officer
Thomas Parmalee , Manager, Communications and Publications
Ann Marie Smith, Assistant Editor
Award Entry:
School Leader Magazine, Winter 2024
Orangeburg County School District, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: Hatara Tyson, Communications & Graphic Design Specialist
Hatara Tyson, Communications and Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
OCSD ARTS Magazine
Sequim School District, Sequim, Washington
Submitted by: Megan Lyke, Public Information Officer
Regan Nickels, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Kaleidoscope - Sequim School District Magazine
Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Patti Lux, Director of Communications and Engagement
Adam Mumm, Multimedia and Website Strategist
Award Entry:
Sun Prairie Experience Magazine
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texas Lone Star: More Cyber Secure
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texas Lone Star: Voices and Choices
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texas Lone Star: Rock Scholars
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texas Lone Star: Celebrating Service to Texas School Boards
Honorable Mention
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
IN Fox Chapel Area Magazine Summer 2023
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Award Entry:
IN Fox Chapel Area Magazine Winter 2023
Park City School District (UT), Park City, Utah
Submitted by: Colton Elliott, Public Information Officer
Colton Elliott, Public Information Officer
Heidi Mathews, District Spokesperson
Eric Esquivel, Director of Family and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Park City School District Magazine
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
AP Magazine
Royal Oak Schools - Royal Oak, MI, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The District Dispatch
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Public Information Manager
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
In Case You Missed It Magazine
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
2023-24 Back-to-School Guide

Marketing Material
Excellence

27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
27J Communications
Award Entry:
Don't Sweat the Test
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Schools at a Glance
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Theresa Marsden, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Get Reacquainted with AGSD Postcard
Cincinnati Public Schools (OH), Cincinnati, Ohio
Submitted by: Mark Sherwood, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Cincinnati Public Schools All-Schools Guide
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
CiTi BOCES CTE Catalog 2023-2024
Covina-Valley Unified School District, Covina, California
Submitted by: Devina Ortega, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
C-VUSD CTE Flipbook
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Adrianna Davies, Digital Media & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Thurgood Marshall STEM High School Postcard
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Adrianna Davies, Digital Media & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Montessori Postcard
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Sean Murphey, Graphic Arts Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 DoDEA District Teachers of the Year
Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jen Clark, Creative Coordinator
Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Dirk Tedmon, Executive Director of Marketing & Communications
Award Entry:
EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS: Kindergarten Passport Campaign
Elmbrook Schools, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Eric Hagen, Communications Specialist
Erin Kokta, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Food Service Campaign
Fargo Public Schools, Fargo, North Dakota
Submitted by: BETSY BEATON, Communications & Community Relations
Tyler  Brown, Graphic Web Designer
Award Entry:
Singin’ in the Rain Poster
Flight 19 media, Islip, New York
Submitted by: Michael Cravotta, Communications consultant
Award Entry:
Focus on Hawthorne High School
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado
Submitted by: Miranda Lopez, Communication Specialist
Christy  McGee, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
New Soldier Packet Flier
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Bonnie  Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Award Entry:
Strategic Vision: A Framework of Collaboration and Community
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"Be A Sub. Be A Hero." - GIPS Substitute Hiring Audio Ad
Green Bay Area Public School District, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Lori Blakeslee, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
HBCU Recruitment Brochure
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Public Schools-North Texas 2023 Inspire Together Convocation
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Award Entry:
Employee Recruitment Postcard
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Award Entry:
Employee Recruitment Flyer
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Award Entry:
College Pep Rally Save the Date
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emma Lewis, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
HSI - Grand Prairie Enrollment Flyer
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Math Carousel Instruction Video
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
"If You Can Dream It" Bookmark
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Tim Hallila, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Open Enrollment Postcard
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Search No Further | Billboard
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Catherine Carbone-Rogers, Chief Communications Officer
Mandi  LeCompte, Communications Manager
Tove Tupper, Communications Director
Linda  Isguerra, Communications Assistant
Rosie Eades, Communications Specialist
Nicole Thompson, Digital Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Fall 2023 Q-Card
Hutto ISD, Hutto, Texas
Submitted by: Noelle Newton, Exec. Director of Communications and Community Relations
Eliska Padilla, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Go Virtual. - Hutto ISD Virtual Academy Digital Marketing
Kenosha Unified School District, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Tanya Ruder, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Fine Arts Theater Posters
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Award Entry:
HR Campaign for Diverse Hiring
NEW District Office, Fargo, North Dakota
Submitted by: Fargo Report, Communications & Community Relations
Tyler Brown, Graphic Web Designer
Award Entry:
Step Into the Spotlight Brochure
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Newport-Mesa Unified School District Brag Sheet
Oak Ridge Schools, Oak Ridge, TN, Tennessee
Submitted by: Molly Gallagher Smith, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Oak Ridge Schools: Who We Are
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry  Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Program Guide 2024-25
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Open House Flyer
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Early Childhood Education Nursery School Flyer
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
RPathways brochure
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
Spring 2023 community mailer
Royal Oak Schools, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Jaret Grisamer, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Free and Reduced Lunch
San Benito High School District, Hollister, California
Submitted by: Adam Breen, Communications Officer
Emily Popek, Communications Strategist
Award Entry:
Hollister High School Fast Facts
San Bernardino County Office of Education, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Aspire to Inspire Challenge Coin
Santa Clara Unified School District, San Jose, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Phillipa May, Communication Specialist
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Award Entry:
Don Callejon Arts and Design School Rebranding
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Phillipa May, Communication Specialist
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Award Entry:
Early Learning Enrollment Flyer
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Seize Your Opportunity in Team SISD
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
5-day School Week Marketing Materials
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
Early Childhood and Kindergarten Mailing
SWBOCES
Submitted by: Anthony DiNoto, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebrating Thomas Cong's Achievement in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2024
Tippecanoe School Corporation, Lafayette, Indiana
Submitted by: Sue Scott, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Drive a Bus for Us
Watertown Mayer Public Schools Community Education, Mahtomedi, Minnesota
Submitted by: Beth Holsen, Designer
Amy  Dimmler, Director
Award Entry:
Watertown Mayer Community Education Brochure
Wentzville R-IV School District (MO), Wentzville, Missouri
Submitted by: Brynne Cramer, Chief Communications Officer
Alexa Albietz, Multimedia Content Producer
Award Entry:
Recruitment Brochure
Whitfield County Schools (GA), Dalton, Georgia
Submitted by: Kristina Horsley, Communications Specialist
Mike Ewton, Superintendent
Karey Williams, Deputy Superintendent
Award Entry:
2023-2024 WCS Community & School Presentation
Merit
Asheboro City Schools (NC), Asheboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Mikayla Smith, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
ACS Welcome Center School Flyers
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Marketing E-booklet Ad for Recruiting Consortium
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Quarterly Social Media Metric Report Card
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Kayla Meakim, Communications Specialist
Kelsey Kebbel, Senior Communications Specialist
Jennifer Chicosky, Marketing & Community Engagement Manager
Award Entry:
About TCHS Booklet
Cullman County Schools, Cullman, Alabama
Submitted by: Ty Watwood, Media & Communications Specialist
T.J. Franey, Special Projects/Strategic Initiatives
Shane Barnette, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Cullman County Schools Community Report
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: AnneMarie Arnold, Visual Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebrating “PRIDE MONTH” (June 2023)
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Pulling Up: Inspire, Empower, Thrive
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Award Entry:
STEM is More Equitable at Harmony
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Ken Blackstone, Assistant Director, Communications
John Gill, Video Production Coordinator
Award Entry:
2023 Graduation Marketing
Hickman Mills C-1 Schools, Kansas City, Missouri
Submitted by: Lynn Goehring, Assistant Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Summer School 2023 Flyer
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Emily Anton, Communications Specialist
Ryan Simanek, Graphics Manager
Award Entry:
An Educator's Guide to LPS
Long Beach USD, Long Beach, California
Submitted by: Marry Gomez-Salinas, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Equity Leadership & Talent Development Booklet
Madison-Oneida BOCES, Verona, New York
Submitted by: Sapna Kollali, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
School Communication Service Flyer
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Aaron Libby, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Aaron Libby, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Mesquite Promise Brochure
Multnomah Education Service District, Portland, Oregon
Submitted by: Marifer Sager, Director of Communications and Public Affairs
Marifer Sager, Director of Communications and Public Affairs
Tessa Franzese, Senior Communications Specialist
Celine De Clercq, Senior Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
MESD Viewbook - A Recruitment Tool
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Brochure 2024-25
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Patterson, New York
Submitted by: Debra West, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Carmel Reading Program
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Kim Vigars, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Taconic Hills Superintendent Search
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Kim Vigars, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Questar III CTE Brochure
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
College & Career Night promotion
Honorable Mention
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Sean Murphey, Graphic Arts Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 DoDEA Teacher of the Year
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: AnneMarie Arnold, Visual Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebrating “Universal Prekindergarten”
Donovan Group
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Holly Henderson, Lead Graphic Designer
Emily Rojas, Communication Strategist
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Award Entry:
PVPUSD Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten Enrollment
Donovan Group
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Amanda Getgen, Communication Strategist
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Liz Dortone, Operations Manager, Superintendent’s Office
Deirdre Abrahamsson, Communications and Marketing Supervisor
Justin Watson, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
State of Schools (William Penn School District)
Donovan Group
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Melissa Reese, Communications Manager
Emily Rojas, Communication Strategist
Award Entry:
Countdown to Kindergarten (Allentown School District)
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES, Fredonia, New York
Submitted by: Mike Rukavina, Director of Communications and Development
Award Entry:
2023-2024 E2CCB Educational Collaborations
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Aaron Libby, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Aaron Libby, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Cabvengers
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Isaiah Gomez, Media Content Specialist
Rachel Morales, Community Outreach Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Highlights
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Graphic Design
Award Entry:
NNPS McKinney-Vento Poster
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Graphic Design
Award Entry:
Student Spotlight Campaign
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Yorktown Heights, New York
Submitted by: Declan Thornton, Social Media Specialist
Erika Martinez, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Alumni Catch-Up
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Public Information Officer
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
2023 SCCPSS Fast Facts Brochure
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Public Information Officer
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
Attendance Matters Campaign T-Shirt
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
TASB Energy Cooperative advertisement
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
SHARS 2024 Conference Ad
United ISD (TX), Laredo, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Carlson, Executive Director of Public Relations
United ISD Public Relations Department 
Award Entry:
United ISD 8th Annual Golf Tournament

News Release
Excellence
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Beth Edwards, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
BVA History Hikes Press Release
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Press Release: CCSD Receives Leading Edge Award
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
Board of Education selects Dr. David Lawrence as Superintendent
Durango Schools, Durango, Colorado
Submitted by: Karla Sluis, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Navajo language story featured in Colorado Sun and ABC News Live Prime
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mindy Burbach, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
LPS immediately suspends referring accounts to debt collections, Board to consider policy and procedure changes
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
News Release: New School Groundbreakings
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Award Entry:
Newport News School Board Appoints New Superintendent
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Norwalk Public Schools Cuts the Ribbon on New Norwalk Community Health Center's School-Based Health & Wellness Centers
Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Florida
Submitted by: Danielle Johnson, Director of Community Information
Kristie Merklin, Community Information Specialist
Award Entry:
VCS Teacher Celebrates 50 Years
Merit
CCSD21, Wheeling, Illinois
Submitted by: Cassandra Young, Director of Communications
Andrew Steckling, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Joint News Release
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Ashley Boyd, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
CCIU Embarks on Expansion Press Release
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Dublin City Schools to Explore Cardinal Health's West Campus for Educational Use
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Students Donate Modified Electric Cars to Scottish Rite for Children
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Award Entry:
State School of Character
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Dani Marquez, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Science Academy-Midland Expansion
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Candice Keutzer, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
HSA SL 1st Grader Publishes 1st Book
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Chris OBrion, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Human Trafficking Curriculum News Release
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Chelsea Embree, Director of Publications and Engagement Strategy
Award Entry:
WaKIDS PR
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Katy Payne, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
IPP PR
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
KNBC Alternative Education Graduation News Coverage
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Cara Tomao, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Washington Irving embarks on a virtual meet-up journey through the esteemed Global Connections Program by One World
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Grinch-Napping Saga Unfolds Spring ISD Police Saves Christmas
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
For Spring Early College Academy senior, music is a way to give back and uplift others
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Historic moment for Dekaney HS as school celebrates first African-American female valedictorian and salutatorian
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Free school supplies, eSports await YISD students in 23-24 news release
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Ysleta ISD rated No. 1 in El Paso for 3rd consecutive year news release
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
YISD honors De La Torre as 2nd longest-serving superintendent news release
Honorable Mention
Baldwin County School District (GA), Milledgeville, Georgia
Submitted by: Eric Jones, Coordinator of School and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Baldwin County School District Partners with Post-Secondary Institutions to Address Teacher Shortage
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Student Player for Austin FC Academy's U-15 Team Championship
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Candice Keutzer, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Sally Magnuson, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Life-Changing Scholarship Offers for 10 Harmony Public School Students
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Nicole Romanos, Campus Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Texas State Mathematics League
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Science Academy Students win Greenpower F24 Electric Car Competition
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Overcoming Obstacles Event Receives NYSSBA Champions of Change Award
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Relations
Award Entry:
Food Pantry Media Release
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
As newly named Spring ISD Athletic Director, Coach Oliver aims to foster ‘innovation and creativity’

Newsletter
Excellence
Anoka-Hennepin Schools (MN), Anoka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Heather Peters, Assistant Director of Communication and Public Relations
Jim Skelly, Executive Director of Communication and Public Relations
Tim Evans, Communication Specialist
Dax Larson, Communication Specialist
Jessica Sauro, Communications Project Assistant
Award Entry:
Back to school FOCUS e-newsletter
Battle Ground Public Schools, Battle Ground, Washington
Submitted by: Chris Brown, Communications Specialist
Amanda Richter, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Jenna Buescher-Hill, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
BGPS Bulletin
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Conor Christofferson, Assistant Director, Communications
Award Entry:
Staff News
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by: Barbara Jacoby, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
CCSD Connections
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia
Submitted by: Matt Graham, Digital Media Specialist for Broadcast Media
Rachel Haywood, Digital Media Specialist
Monica Agudelo, Webmaster
Chris Vail, Director of Communications
Richard Babb, Supervisor of Public Relations
Heather Hasty, Administrative Assistant to the Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Peake Priorities Weekly E-Newsletter
CH-UH Board of Education, University Heights, Ohio
Submitted by: Cathan Cavanaugh, Supervisor of Communications
Award Entry:
Heights High School Peek at the Week
Clarkston Community Schools, Clarkston, Michigan
Submitted by: Kelly Allen, Director of Marketing & Community Relations
Heidi McClain, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent/Communications Coordinator
Emily Barrett-Adkins, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
CCS Connection
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere
Ben Miller
Leanna Albrecht
Janet Elseth
Shelley Thornton-Simon
Silvia Lansburg
Award Entry:
Inside Schools
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
2023 Quarterly Reports
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Inside 62
Community Unit School District 300, Algonquin, Illinois
Submitted by: Anthony McGinn, Chief of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
Anthony McGinn, Chief of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
Casey DeFauw, Director of Communications
Kathy Balcazar, Communications Specialist
Shannon Flairty, Graphic Designer
Nallely Coria, District Translator
Traci Magsamen, Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
An Update from Superintendent Harkin Newsletter
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
Community Connection Newsletter
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
DPS Connection Newsletter
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Inside DCS Monthly e-Newsletter
Eastchester Union-Free School District, Eastchester, New York
Submitted by: Michael Q. Smith, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Eastchester Eagle e-Newsletter
Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Submitted by: Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Sumeya Jeilani, Marketing & Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Excellence in Newsletters: Eden Prairie Schools Staff Post
Elmhurst School District 205 Administrative Offices, Elmhurst, Illinois
Submitted by: Tonya Daniels, Executive Director of Communications & Community Relations
Garret Garcia, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Community Connections Newsletter
Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Evanston, Illinois
Submitted by: Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Hannah Dillow, Communications Specialist
Melissa Messinger, Chief Communications Officer
Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Fast 5
Federal Way Public Schools, Federal Way, Washington
Submitted by: Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Mary Ann White, Contract Graphic Designer
Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Kylin Oliphant, Director of Multimedia Communications
Michael Ma, Director of Strategic Communications
Paul O'Brien, Multimedia Specialist, Videographer/Writer
Gerardo Fernandez, Multimedia Specialist, Videographer/Writer
Award Entry:
The Scholar Chronicle Redesign
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Award Entry:
Weekly Messages from the Superintendent
Fremont School District 79, Mundelein, Illinois
Submitted by: Nick Brilowski, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Fremont Digest
Gilbert Public Schools, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Tristan Chavez, Communications Specialist
Dawn Antestenis, Director of Marketing and Communications
Jonason Pauley, Multimedia Journalist
Trinity-Lynn Thornhill, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
In This Together Newsletter
Hawthorn District 73, Vernon Hills, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Cook, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
D73 Digest - District Newsletter
High Tech High, San Diego, California
Submitted by: Anthony Millican, Communications Director
Award Entry:
The Backpack - HTH Monthly Newsletter
Holyoke Public Schools, Holyoke, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Jennie Oesterreicher, Director of Communications
Michael Hines, Media Center Director
Kat Johnson, Senior Communications Coordinator
Erin Linville, Chief of Strategy and Turnaround
Award Entry:
Together for Holyoke: Stories and inspiration from our schools
Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District, Honeoye Falls, New York
Submitted by: Leah Shepard, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Inside HF-L Newsletter
Hopkins County Schools, Madisonville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lori Harrison, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
HCS Connections Newsletter
Jurupa USD, Jurupa Valley, California
Submitted by: Jacqueline Paul, Director of Communications
Nidia Rojas Del Real  Rojas Del Real, Communications Specialist
Eduvina Orozco, Communications and Public Relations Assistant
Award Entry:
The Horizon
Lynwood Unified School District, Lynwood, California
Submitted by: Juliette Funes, Public Information Officer
Gudiel R.  Crosthwaite, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Lynwood Unified Community Newsletter
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Award Entry:
MMSD Connect
Mahopac Central School District, Mahopac, New York
Submitted by: Daniel O'Reilly, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Mahopac Matters e-Newsletter
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mary Cornelius, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Around Minnetonka School News Postcard 2023-24
Northbrook School District 28, Northbrook, Illinois
Submitted by: Terry Ryan, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Update 28
Oldham County Schools, Crestwood, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lori Webb, Director of Communications
Heather Peters, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Oldham Insider
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, FL, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Benefits Bulletin
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Orange Peal
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Award Entry:
Insider e-newsletter
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Award Entry:
Connect e-newsletter
Osseo Area Schools: Community Education, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Kathryn Polum, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Community Education Staff E-newsletter
Pattonville School District, Saint Ann, Missouri
Submitted by: Kelly Gordon, Chief Communications Officer
Brian Heyman, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Gracie Wrinkle, Community Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Pattonville Highlights
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Yorktown Heights, New York
Submitted by: Erika Martinez, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Chat CTE
Royal Oak Schools, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The District Dispatch
Russellville School District, Russellville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Samantha Ballew, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
RSD Staff Newsletter
South Orange-Maplewood SD, Maplewood, New Jersey
Submitted by: Paul Brubaker, Communications Director
Award Entry:
The SOMSD Newsletter
Spring ISD
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
5 Good Things in Spring
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Christian Justrabo, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools E-newsletter
SWBOCES
Submitted by: Anthony DiNoto, Public Relations Specialist
Nicole  Reis, Executive Assistant, Office of the Superintendent
Award Entry:
O-News: News, Honors & Achievements from Inside the Ossining School District
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by: Lydia Avant, Director, Public Relations
Eddie McClinton, Video Production Specialist
Dave Crutchfield, Digital Communication Specialist/Webmaster
Award Entry:
TCS Core Notes Newsletter
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Emily  Frederick, SRC Director
Award Entry:
The District Dispatch, Newsletter
West Genesee Central School District, Camillus, New York
Submitted by: Bonnie Russell, School Information Officer
Award Entry:
West Genesee District e-Newsletter-March 15, 2024
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by: Marisa Vette, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Tia Quirk, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Community e-Newsletter
Williamsburg-James City County Schools (VA), Williamsburg, Virginia
Submitted by: Kara Wall, Strategic Communications Officer
Ronnie Showah, Supervisor of Communications & Engagement
Award Entry:
WJCC Schools Community Newsletter
Merit
AASA, The School Superintendents Association, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Jay P. Goldman, Editor, AASA Conference Daily Online
Jacqueline Hyman, Managing Editor, AASA Conference Daily Online
Award Entry:
AASA Conference Daily Online - 2024
Acton Agua Dulce USD (CA), Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Katie Hawck, Communications & Community Specialist
Award Entry:
Email Newsletter (Summer Series & Friday Update)
Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Thornton, Colorado
Submitted by: Alicia Stice, Communications Administrator
Damian  Gonzalez, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The Navigator
Bethlehem Area School District (PA), Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Barbara Clymer, Asst. to the Supt. for Communications
Award Entry:
BASD Enews
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services ,
Award Entry:
Staff Connection
CCSD 181, CLARENDON HILLS, Illinois
Submitted by: Jeffrey Alstadt, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
D181 District Newsletter - Superintendent Message
CESA 8, Gillett, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Dean Leisgang, Director of Communications
Jessica Kaczmarek
Nicole James
Award Entry:
CESA 8 Newsletter
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Phoenix CSD Newsletter
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Katie Greenwood, Lead District Translator
Carolina Fernandez, District Translator
Award Entry:
Better Together Newsletter
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
2023-24 Quarterly Report
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Leah Hunt, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Family Connector
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Rachel Cory, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Coe Report
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Coppell ISD Informed Newsletter
Cranston Public Schools, Cranston, Rhode Island
Submitted by: Jennifer Cowart, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cranston Public Schools Family Community Message
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Alexandra Kincaid, Director, Public Information Office
Award Entry:
PIO News Briefs
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Amplifying District Success
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by: Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Madison  Bateman, Web Experience Coordinator
Award Entry:
FCPS Employee Bulletin Board
Hamilton Community Schools, Hamilton, Michigan
Submitted by: Zach Harig, District Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Zach Harig, District Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Hamilton Community Schools Transcript Newsletter
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emma Lewis, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Here at Harmony
Hawaii State Department of Education, Honolulu, Hawaii
Submitted by: Nanea Kalani, Communications Director
Chanel Honda, Communications Specialist
Sara Miyazono, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
HIDOE Ho‘oha‘aheo Weekly Newsletter
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Chris OBrion, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The Binder: News and notes from Henrico County Public Schools
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Tove Tupper, Director of Communications
Mandi LeCompte, Communications Manager
Nicole Thompson, Digital Communications Manager
Catherine Carbone Rogers, Chief Communications Officer
Linda Isguerra, Communications Assistant
Rosie Eades, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
PROMISE E-Newsletter
Hitchcock Independent School District, Hitchcock, Texas
Submitted by: Jaree Hefner, Digital Marketing & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Dawg Deets: Daily Newsletter for Our Bulldog Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, Illinois
Submitted by: Carla Erdey, Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Jennifer Jones, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
Viking Voice
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Wendy Castleman, Assistant Director of Communications
Kim Doherty, Communications Specialist
Robert Miller, Web Systems Manager
Nica Rondinelli, Communications Intern
Lesha Engels, Executive Director of Communications & Digital Strategy
Beth Egan, (former Communication Specialist)
Award Entry:
Horizons
Lake Stevens School District, Lake Stevens, Washington
Submitted by: Jayme Taylor, Executive Director of Communications
Jonathan Sulzbach, Graphic Designer & Webmaster
Award Entry:
InDistrict News
Lisle School District 202, Lisle, Illinois
Submitted by: Jenna Engler, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Lisle 202 Points of Pride Parent Newsletter
Lisle School District 202, Lisle, Illinois
Submitted by: Jenna Engler, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Lisle 202 Community Mailer
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Emily Kackle, Design Specialist
Isaiah Gomex, Media Content Specialist
Rachel Morales, Community Outreach Specialist
Joseph Bakes, Community Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools "INSIGHT" Newsletter
NEW District Office, Fargo, North Dakota
Submitted by: Fargo Report, Communications & Community Relations
Adam Watts, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The Journey Newsletter
Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by: Bridget Blevins, Administrator of External Relations
Molli Weeks, Public Relations Manager
Award Entry:
Inside the Omaha Public Schools
Piscataway Township Schools, Piscataway, New Jersey
Submitted by: Gary Miller, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Superintendent's Report newsletter
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
RUSD Family & Community eNews
Richmond County School System (GA), Augusta, Georgia
Submitted by: Keisa Gunby, Chief Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Inside RCSS
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
‘We R All In’ DEI e-newsletter
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jennifer Citrolo, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Hailey Robertson, Public Information Specialist
Michele Kessler, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
SOCSD Update - District Newsletter
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jonathan  Clark, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
The Nanuet News
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Kate Moore, School and Community Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Secretaries Corner
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Andrew Shin, Internal Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"5 Things You Need to Know" Staff Newsletter
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Inspiration Monthly Newsletter From County Superintendent Ted Alejandre
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Jeffry Braun, Graphic Illustrator
Award Entry:
UFSD of the Tarrytowns Newsletter
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
The ABCs of SCPPS
TASB, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
Texans for Strong Public Schools
Temecula Valley USD, Temecula, California
Submitted by: James Evans, Marketing, Communication, and Innovation Officer
James Evans, Marketing, Communication, and Innovation Officer
Jodie Mueller, Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Elevating Engagement
Tippecanoe School Corporation, Lafayette, Indiana
Submitted by: Sue Scott, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
TSC Spring and Back-to-School Newsletters
Topeka Public Schools, Topeka, Kansas
Submitted by: Dan Garrett, Sr. Communications Specialist
Michael Williams, Communications Specialist
Aarion Gray, General Director of Instructional Services
Phoebe Nordyke, Communications Specialist
Kylie Fleck-Talley, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Topeka Public Schools Community Newsletter
Troy School District, Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Linda Alfonso, Administrative Assistant
Patrice Robal, Communication Specialist
Thomas Butcher, Creative Content Producer
Adam  Burns, District Media/Production Coordinator
Melissa Verduyn, Senior Graphic/Web Designer & Systems Analyst
Award Entry:
TSD Weekly Newsletter
Winchester Public Schools (VA), Winchester, Virginia
Submitted by: Maggie McCampbell Lien, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Winchester Public Schools Family Newsletter
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
What's Happening @ The District
Zion Elementary District (IL), Zion, Illinois
Submitted by: Donelle Staples, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Award Entry:
Door To D6 Newsletter Publication
Honorable Mention
Austin Public Schools (MN), Austin, Minnesota
Submitted by: Ryan Mayers, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
#492Happenings
Baldwin County School District (GA), Milledgeville, Georgia
Submitted by: Eric Jones, Coordinator of School and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Newsletter: The Baldwin Beat
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cajon Valley Broadcast
CCSD21, Wheeling, Illinois
Submitted by: Cassandra Young, Director of Communications
Andrew Steckling, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Redesigned Newsletter
Chardon Local Schools, Chardon, Ohio
Submitted by: Kelly Misch, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Hilltopper Happenings
Chardon Local Schools, Chardon, Ohio
Submitted by: Kelly Misch, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Topper Talk
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by: Penny Dempsey, Coordinator, Events & Recognition Programs
Award Entry:
District Delegate
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Zachary Alderson, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Weekly Update
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Sharing the Gold - CPS Internal Staff Newsletter
Cranston Public Schools, Cranston, Rhode Island
Submitted by: Jennifer Cowart, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cranston Public Schools Staff News & Notes
Dallas ISD (Tx), Dallas, Texas
Submitted by: Anastasia Reed, Director, Communication Services
Caren Rodriguez, Director
Award Entry:
Dallas ISD’s News Briefing
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Michelle VanValer, Designer
Brian Killgore, Director, Communications and Community Engagement
Sally Kerr, Editor
Award Entry:
The DV Voice
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Michelle VanValer, Designer
Sally Kerr, Editor
Brian Killgore, Director, Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
DVUSD Monthly Parent Updates
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Carrie Sebora, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology
Isaiah Smith, Communication Strategist
Award Entry:
Inside Soledad
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Brian Nicol, Partner
Award Entry:
1Team Playbook - Staff Newsletter
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Liam Goldrick, Partner
Amanda Getgen, Communication Strategist
Award Entry:
Rose Tree Media School District Board Update
Elmwood Park CUSD 401, ELMWOOD PARK, Illinois
Submitted by: Sam Britten, Marketing and Publishing Specialist
Dave Porreca, Communications & Social Media Specialist
Aaron Celmer, Director for Data, Assessment & Innovation
Award Entry:
The Leaflet
Glastonbury Public Schools, Glastonbury, Connecticut
Submitted by: Patricia Renaud, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Community Newsletters "School Report"
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Tracie Seed, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Happenings
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Harmony Connection
Hendrick Hudson Central School District, Montrose, New York
Submitted by: Josh Thomson, Communications Specialist
Valerie Laudato, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Hendrick Hudson District News
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Mandi LeCompte, Communications Manager
Rosie Eades, Communications Specialist
Catherine Carbone Rogers, Chief of Communications
Tove Tupper, Director of Communications
Linda Isguerra, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
"Keeping Our Promise" School Construction E-newsletter
Marion County Public Schools, Lebanon, Kentucky
Submitted by: Jason Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
MCPS Newsletter
Huron Valley Schools (MI), Highland, Michigan
Submitted by: Barbara Roethler, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Kimberly Willis, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Education Matters E-Newsletter
Hutto ISD, Hutto, Texas
Submitted by: Noelle Newton, Exec. Director of Communications and Community Relations
Eliska Padilla, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Hippo Monthly - Hutto ISD Monthly Newsletter
ISD 728, Elk River, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mike Schoemer, Communications Specialist
Melissa McAlpine, Communications Specialist - Graphic Design
Cory Franson, Director of Community Engagement
Londa Chambers, Clerical/Communications Supervisor
Award Entry:
ISD 728 Happenings
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
Kentwood School News
Lake Stevens School District, Lake Stevens, Washington
Submitted by: Jayme Taylor, Executive Director of Communications
Jonathan  Sulzbach, Graphic Designer & Webmaster
Award Entry:
Lake Schools
Lake Stevens School District, Lake Stevens, Washington
Submitted by: Jayme Taylor, Executive Director of Communications
Jonathan Sulzbach, Graphic Designer & Webmaster
Award Entry:
e-News
Lower Merion School District, Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Amy Buckman, Director of School and Community Relations
Dan  Capkin, Multimedia Content Producer
Award Entry:
Community Newsletters 2023
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
FASTfacts
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Graphic Design
Jennifer  Williams, Coordinator of Community Relations and Marketing
Award Entry:
NewsLines Community Newsletter
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Cheri Derdzinski, Supervisor of Graphic Services
Maria Roach, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Whitesboro November 2023 & February 2024 Newsletters
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Rebecca Walts, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Remsen September 2023 & December 2023 Newsletters
Paradise Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Mat Droge, Director, Marketing and Communications
Sarah Hackett, Communications Specialist (PIO)
Zac Strohfus, Digital and Social Media Specialist
Kara Angeli, Website Marketing Specialist
Eric Jakows, Digital Media Specialist
Debbie Theiss, Marketing and Communications Administrative Assistant
Ginny Montano Terry, Translator
Therese Mexas, Translator
Award Entry:
PVSchools Newsletter
Pine-Richland School District, Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Erin Hasinger, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Friday Flash
Pittsford Schools, Pittsford, New York
Submitted by: Nancy Wayman, Director of Communication
Laurie Everhart, Communication Specialist
Elyse  Jones, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Pittsford Central School District Quarterly Newsletter
Pleasantville Union-Free School District, Pleasantville, New York
Submitted by: Virginia Steinberg, Communications Specialist
Valerie Laudato, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Pleasantville Schools District Newsletter
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Yorktown Heights, New York
Submitted by: Karen Thornton, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Bright Spots Newsletter
Region One ESC, Edinburg, Texas
Submitted by: Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
Leslie Howland, Marketing Coordinator
Amaris McIntosh, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Beyond the Binding Librarian Newsletter
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications & Public Relations
Award Entry:
Spring 2023 & Fall 2023 Newsletters
Richfield Public Schools, Richfield, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jennifer Valley, Dir. of Marketing & Communication
Laura Otterness, Digital Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
RPS Staff Newsletters
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Communications Director
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
SV Raider Pride
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
`@Socorro Community Newsletter
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Patrice Rowbal, Communications Specialist
Melissa Verduyn, TSD Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2023 PUBLICATIONS AND DIGITAL MEDIA EXCELLENCE AWARD SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS for the TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWSPAPER
Wanaque Borough Public Schools, Haskell, New Jersey
Submitted by: Patrick McQueeney, Superintendent and Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Award Entry:
Wanaque Borough Public Schools - Curriculum Corner
Wilmot Union High School, Wilmot, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Danielle Fiveland-Scott, Executive Administrative Assistant & Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
WUHS Today - District Newsletter

Photo
Excellence
Amphitheater Public School (AZ), Tucson, Arizona
Submitted by: Samuel Henson, Web & Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Amphitheater High School Graduation 2023
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Director, Communications
Award Entry:
Mad Lib Moment
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Erica Miller, Photographer
Mohonasen Central School District 
Award Entry:
Reunited
Ceres Unified School District, Ceres, California
Submitted by: Beth Jimenez, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Looking Forward/Pensando en el Futuro
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Cazenovia CSD First Day of School Photo
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Pep Rally for Littles
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Zachary Alderson, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Finally Here
Colchester School District, Colchester, Vermont
Submitted by: Meghan Baule, Director of Communications
Tim Santimore, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Empowering Voices, Celebrating Diversity
Colchester School District, Colchester, Vermont
Submitted by: Meghan Baule, Director of Communications
Tim Santimore, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Empowering Voices, Celebrating Diversity
Dysart Unified School District, Surprise, Arizona
Submitted by: Renee Ryon, Director of Communications & Public Relations
Ryan McGinley, Educational Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
Willow Canyon High School Softball Championships
Elmsford Union Free School District, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Alicia Smith, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Elmsford Wreaths Across American Flag
Fort Bend ISD, sugar land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Cameron Hubbard, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Natalie Rivera, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Noey Do: State Champion Tennis Player
Fremont School District 79, Mundelein, Illinois
Submitted by: Nick Brilowski, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Severe Weather Demonstration
Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, California
Submitted by: Diana Diaz, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Every Child is a Reader
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Award Entry:
I did it!---Graduation Celebration
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Celebrating Native Cultures
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Collaboration in Action, James and the Giant Peach
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Katherine Frye, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Can You Believe It?
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Katherine Frye, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Summer Growth and Learning
Hanover County Public Schools (VA), Ashland, Virginia
Submitted by: Justin Work, Communications Coordinator
Brian Capaldo,
Award Entry:
Confident Kindergartener
Hanover County Public Schools (VA), Ashland, Virginia
Submitted by: Justin Work, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Mother and Son Celebrate
Huntington Beach UHSD, Huntington Beach, California
Submitted by: Kayla Holmes, Public Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
Cheers and Embraces on Graduation Day
Mineral Point Unified School District, Mineral Point, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Joëlle Doye, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Yes, Queen!
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Chase Fulton, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Flying
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Chase Fulton, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Levitating
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Alex Cooper, Photographer
Award Entry:
Remsen Fitness Camp
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Alex Cooper, Photographer
Award Entry:
UCSD Winter Fun
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jonathan  Clark, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
"Reading Buddies"
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Karl Weinrich, Coordinator of Web Services
Award Entry:
Celebrating the Past, Excited for the Future
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
San Bernardino Countywide Honor Orchestra
Sandusky City Schools, Sandusky, Ohio
Submitted by: Kerstyn Pou, Marketing and Communications Specialist
Brooke Austin, District Information and Web Communications, Branding, Graphic Design
Award Entry:
Kindergarten Ready
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Graduation Moment
Solano County Office of Education, Fairfield, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Leonard, Asst. Superintendent, Communications, Community Engagement & Emergency Management
Karin Sturgis, Graphic Media & Community Outreach Specialist
Ernie Holly, Digital Media Manager
Johanna Borrelli, Executive Assistant II
Award Entry:
Fostering Connection: A Tribute to Paraeducators
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Cara Tomao, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Baked with Love
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Cara Tomao, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
A Pledge to Kindness and Inclusion
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
You Got This
The Winnetka Public Schools, Winnetka, Illinois
Submitted by: Katharine Hughes, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Young Readers
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Expo Student
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Irving Para
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Irving Siblings, Photo
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Williamsville North Swimming
Wylie ISD (TX), Wylie, Texas
Submitted by: Casi Thedford, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Playing with Fire
Merit
27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
Lauren Zweitzig, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
STEM/CTE Ribbon Cutting Photos
Ascension Public Schools, Donaldsonville, Louisiana
Submitted by: Jackie Tisdell, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Lead. Overcome. Educate. Serve.
Broome-Tioga BOCES, Binghamton, New York
Submitted by: Michelle Buchanan, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Veterans Day
Cedar Ridge School District, Newark, Arkansas
Submitted by: Brianna Goodman, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Reflections of Service: Capturing Veteran's Day Emotion
Cherokee County School District, Canton, Georgia
Submitted by:Carrie McGowan, Director, Strategic Planning, Community Relations and Publications
Award Entry:
Rocket Launch
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Allison Gangl, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
A Goal Achieved
Dysart Unified School District, Surprise, Arizona
Submitted by: Renee Ryon, Director of Communications & Public Relations
Ryan McGinley, Educational Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
Dysart High School Dance Performance
East Irondequoit Central School District, Rochester, New York
Submitted by: Danielle Gorevski, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
An AVID Focus
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Cameron Hubbard, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Natalie Rivera, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Senior to Senior
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
Haynes-Inman Hayride
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Maintenance Workers Keep Things Running
Jackson County Public Schools, Sylva, North Carolina
Submitted by: Shaneka Allen, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
JCPS Special Olympics
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
East Kentwood Diver - Ready to Soar
Madison-Oneida BOCES, Verona, New York
Submitted by: Sapna Kollali, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
So Proud
Madison-Oneida BOCES, Verona, New York
Submitted by: Sapna Kollali, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
First Day of School
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Wade Odom, EMS Production Manager
Award Entry:
Parting Words
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Isaiah Gomez, Media Content Specialist
Isaiah Gomez, Media Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Senior Arts Gala Photo
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Chase Fulton, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Acapella Singer
Piscataway Township Schools, Piscataway, New Jersey
Submitted by: Gary Miller, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Connect Four Delight
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Curtis Brennecke, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Excited for Orchestra
Solano County Office of Education, Fairfield, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Leonard, Asst. Superintendent, Communications, Community Engagement & Emergency Management
Ernie Holly, Digital Media Manager
Award Entry:
Making Magic Happen
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Brian Howard, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Student gardens provide a unique learning opportunity during summer program
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
A Holiday Celebration Selfie
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Wrestling Photo
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
WCC Construction
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Best Buddy Hug
Honorable Mention
Cedar Ridge School District, Newark, Arkansas
Submitted by: Brianna Goodman, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Raindrops and Drives
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Skaneateles UPK Graduation Photo
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Jumping for Joy
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Sheer Happiness
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Mike Myers, Digital Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Summer Joy
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Allison Gangl, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Savoring the Moment
Duluth Public Schools (ISD 709), Duluth, Minnesota
Submitted by: Adelle Wellens, Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Elmhurst School District 205 Administrative Offices, Elmhurst, Illinois
Submitted by: Garret Garcia, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Tonya Daniels, Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
York Community High School Baseball Team Wins 2023 Super Sectional
Freehold Regional High School District, Englishtown, New Jersey
Submitted by: Rebecca Policastro, Communications and District Projects Coordinator
Award Entry:
Medals to Remember
Geary County Schools USD 475, Junction City, Kansas
Submitted by: Matthew Hoover, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Back-To-School Photo
Geary County Schools USD 475, Junction City, Kansas
Submitted by: Matthew Hoover, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Assembly Excitement
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
Weaver Academy Fashion Show 2023
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
A&T Four Legacy Honored
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
East Kentwood - Embracing the Arts
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Chase Fulton, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Leading the Charge
Pelham City Schools (AL), Pelham, Alabama
Submitted by: Nicole Knight, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
You Matter
Pelham City Schools (AL), Pelham, Alabama
Submitted by: Nicole Knight, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
View From the Top
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Relations
Award Entry:
Black History Community Showcase
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Andrew Shin, Internal Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Ready for Takeoff
Roosevelt School District No. 66, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Will Argeros, Multimedia Specialist
Dayara Leyva, Community Engagement Liaison
Award Entry:
Viva La Graduación: A Glorious Moment for a Southwest School Eighth Grader
Sheldon ISD (TX), Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emily Conklin, Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Beverly Stephenson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Excitement
Sheldon ISD (TX), Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emily Conklin, Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Beverly Stephenson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Ready for the Spotlight
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Fine Arts Performance
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Brian Howard, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Special education student enjoys work-based learning experience at a nearby eyeglass shop
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Celebrating Small Victories
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Soccer on the Rise
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Rumble Bee: Student Art Car Project
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Paris Keal, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
First Day Fun
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by: Lydia Avant, Director, Public Relations
Dave Crutchfield, Digital Communication Specialist, Webmaster and Photographer
Award Entry:
Student singer for Studio 106 at Paul W. Bryant High School
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Gold Star Surprise
Whitfield County Schools (GA), Dalton, Georgia
Submitted by: Kristina Horsley, Communications Specialist
Robb Kittle, Human Resources Director
Award Entry:
Welcome to One Whitfield!
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Williamsville South Golf
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Williamsville North Pep Rally

Podcast
Excellence
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Ja'Neair Johnson, Social & Transition Specialist (PEP Talks Co-Host)
Award Entry:
PEP Talks Podcast: The Social Media Brain Drain Part I
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Ja'Neair Johnson, Social & Transition Specialist (PEP Talks Co-Host)
Erin Williams, Social & Transition Specialist (PEP Talks Co-Host)
Award Entry:
PEP Talks Podcast: Insights on ADHD from a Professional & Mom
Hawthorn District 73, Vernon Hills, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Cook, Communications Specialist
Jessica Flores, Admin Assistant
Award Entry:
D73 DRIVE
North Clackamas Schools, Milwaukie, Oregon
Submitted by: Curtis Long, Community Relations Director
Award Entry:
Proud To Be NCSD Podcast
West Ada School District / Joint School District No. 2, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Ken  Hyde, Multimedia Specialist
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Award Entry:
West Ada School District Podcast - Episode 12: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable – A Conversation with West Ada Counselors, Lisa Hale & Sarah Everett
Windsor PS (CT), Windsor, Connecticut
Submitted by: Gianna Gill, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Chat & Chill with Super. Hill
Merit
Banning Unified School District, Banning, California
Submitted by: Lynette White, District & Community Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
Banning USD Real Talk Podcast
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Director, Communications
Conor Christofferson, Assistant Director, Communications
Award Entry:
"The Bethel School District Presents" podcast
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Michael Amadei, Superintendent of Schools
Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
A Few Minutes with Dr. Mike - Episode 2: School Safety and Security
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47, Crystal Lake, Illinois
Submitted by: Kari Firak, Director of Communications and Public Engagement
Dr. Kathy Hinz, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Deep Dive with Dr. Hinz, A D47 Podcast: Lundahl Middle School's Journey to Global Recognition
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Matt Sammon, Digital Content Manager
Curtis Finch, Superintendent
Award Entry:
The 'Supe Scoop
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (AK), Fairbanks, Alaska
Submitted by: Joshua DuVall, Director of Communications
Rebecca Hurbi, Executive Director Communications, Development & Engagement
Award Entry:
Alaska EdVenture: Lessons from the K-12 Frontier with Dr. Meinert
Hopkins Public Schools, Hopkins, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jolene Goldade, Communications and Marketing Director
Thomas Riley , Videographer
Michelle  Wirth , Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Inside Hopkins
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mary Cornelius, Communications Specialist
JacQui Getty, Executive Director of Communications
Andy Smith, Audio/Visual Specialist
Award Entry:
Ahoy, Minnetonka! Podcast Episode 11: Tech & Safety Efforts
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bob Gillmer, Coordinator of Communications Media
Todd Bauer, Superintendent
Christine Liberaski, Director of School and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Educating with E's
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Curtis  Brennecke, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"Rockwood Connects"
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Content Marketing Specialist
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Seneca Valley "Voices" Podcast
The Winnetka Public Schools, Winnetka, Illinois
Submitted by: Katharine Hughes, Communications & Community Relations Coordinator
Kelly  Tess, Superintendent
Eric  Chan, Tech Integration Specialist
Award Entry:
"Winnetka Voices" Podcast
York County School of Technology (PA), York, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Nick Staab, Communications & PR Coordinator
Award Entry:
Inside York Tech Podcast
Honorable Mention
Austin Public Schools (MN), Austin, Minnesota
Submitted by: Ryan Mayers, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Packercast
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Nord, Media Technology Supervisor
Award Entry:
Columbus City League Sports
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Nord, Media Technology Supervisor
Award Entry:
CCS Cinema Club: Elf (Student Podcast)
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Michael Amadei, Superintendent of Schools
Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
A Few Minutes with Dr. Mike - Episode 1: A Year in Review
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Tori Overton, Multimedia Coordinator
Jamie Driskill, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Frisco ISD Podcast: Flourishing in Frisco as a Digital Learning Coach
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Bernard Watson, Director of Community & Media Relations
Bernard  Watson, Director of Community and Media Relations
Award Entry:
"Teaching Gwinnett" podcast—“Social Media Threats: Their Impact on Schools”
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
HCS Talks: Episode 31, Dr. Adolph Brown, III
Kent ISD, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy Walczak, Communications Specialist
Joy Walczak, Communications Specialist
Edith  Reyes, Communications Administrative Assistant
Bob Brenzing, Communications Coordinator
Katie McClintic, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Your Dream is Our Dream: Little learners dream big at Grandville's Central Elementary School
Paradise Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Mat Droge, Director, Marketing and Communications
Sarah Hackett, Communications Specialist (PIO)
Kara Angeli, Website Marketing Specialist
Eric Jakows, Digital Media Specialist
Zac Strohfus, Digital and Social Media Specialist
Debbie Theiss, Marketing and Communications Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
PVBeat
Park City School District (UT), Park City, Utah
Submitted by: Colton Elliott, Public Information Officer
Heidi  Mathews, District Spokesperson
Colton  Elliott, Public Information Officer
Eric  Esquivel , FACE Director
Award Entry:
Park City Podcast
Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto, California
Submitted by: Judy Boring, Director II, Communications
Award Entry:
What’s Brewing in Education EP 11: Attendance Matters Podcast/Video

Social Media
Excellence
Buncombe County Schools (NC), Asheville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Ken Ulmer, Chief Communications Officer
Breanna Hensley, Digital Communications and Marketing Specialist
Michaela Bivins, Digital Marketing Assistant
Award Entry:
BCS Staff Spotlight Series
Chappaqua Central School District, Chappaqua, New York
Submitted by: Natalia Baage, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Greeley Sports Instagram 2023-24: Creating Connection and Care by Championing our Chappaqua Athletes
Cherry Creek School District, Greenwood Village, Colorado
Submitted by: Lauren Snell, Public Information Officer and Social Media Manager
Award Entry:
Quadriplegic Student Walks to Receive Diploma
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Ivana Ivanovic, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Developmental Disabilities Social Media Video - Gordon Early Literacy Center
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Ivana Ivanovic, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Developmental Disabilities Social Media Video - Itinerant Preschool
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Ivana Ivanovic, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Developmental Disabilities Social Media Video - Ridgewood Early Learning Center
Crystal Lake Elementary School District 47, Crystal Lake, Illinois
Submitted by: Emily Buellesbach, Communications Specialist
Kari Firak, Director of Communications and Public Engagement
Award Entry:
District 47 Hall Pass
DCMO BOCES (NY) / On behalf of the Sherburne-Earlville Central School District, Norwich, New York
Submitted by: Dean Russin, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
A Star Is Born!
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Love In GCS: Celebrating Love With our Employees
Hamilton Community Schools, Hamilton, Michigan
Submitted by: Zach Harig, District Communications Coordinator
Zach Harig, District Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Great Things Happen Here' - Hamilton Community Schools Social Media Turnaround
Hitchcock Independent School District, Hitchcock, Texas
Submitted by: Jaree Hefner, Digital Marketing & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Rise Up Bulldog Nation: Rallying A Community Around A Remarkable Group of Young Athletes
Huntington Beach UHSD, Huntington Beach, California
Submitted by: Kayla Holmes, Public Information Coordinator
Noel Adamson, Public Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
2024 Back-to-School Campaign
Huntington Beach UHSD, Huntington Beach, California
Submitted by: Kayla Holmes, Public Information Coordinator
Noel Adamson, Public Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
2024 Social Media Interdistrict Transfer Ads
Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Juliann Morris, Communication and Information Coordinator
Dyuce Woodson, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Seniors Letters to Teachers
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Emily Antone, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Staff Spotlight
Loudoun County Public Schools (VA), Ashburn, Virginia
Submitted by: Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Erin Robinson, Supervisor, Communications
Michael Ferrara, Videographer
Award Entry:
ONE LCPS: Competing Together
Lynwood Unified School District, Lynwood, California
Submitted by: Juliette Funes, Public Information Officer
Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Lynwood High School Reconstruction Social Media Campaign
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Brenda Gonzalez, Bilingual Communications Coordinator
Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Award Entry:
Let’s Get Reel: Mesquite ISD’s Social Media Strategy Shift
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mary Cornelius, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Increasing Social Media Reach and Engagement Through Story-Based Staff Appreciation Spotlights
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCSS Employee Spotlight
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCSS Student Spotlight
Oakland Schools, Waterford, Michigan
Submitted by: Sheri Stuart, Director, Communications Services
Asha Johnson, Communications Generalist
Mark Edwards, Communications Specialist
Brian Beck, Media Production Specialist
Nick Booms, Marketing Specialist
Wen Zeng, Website Specialist
Award Entry:
Career & Technical Education: Facts & Figures
Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by: Bridget Blevins, Administrator of External Relations
Maggie Cunningham, Social Media Manager
Award Entry:
Omaha Public Schools Bond Program at Work
Poway USD (CA), San Diego, California
Submitted by: Brittanie Arnett, Communications Specialist
Christine Paik, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
I am PUSD
Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES, Yorktown Heights, New York
Submitted by: Declan Thornton, Social Media Specialist
Erika Martinez, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Women in Trades Month
Racine Unified School District, Racine, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Stacy Tapp, Chief of Communication & Community Engagement
David Olson, Creative Communication Specialist
Jonalee Kuhn, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Say it Ain't Snow: Social Media Gone Right
Region 10 ESC, Richardson, Texas
Submitted by: Rachel Frost, Chief Information Officer
Max Smith, Digital Marketing Manager
Award Entry:
#MentionAttention
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Gina Carbone, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
#WomenInTradesMonth: Spotlighting the Young Women Enrolled in Our CTE Programs
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
SCUSD Kind
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Public Information Officer
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
First Day of School Social Media Campaign
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Black History Month
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Spring ISD Teachers Rock
Union County Public Schools, Monroe, North Carolina
Submitted by: Justin Thompson, Social Media and Web Coordinator
Christopher Ladika, Multimedia Communications Coordinator
Tahira Stalberte, APR, Assistant Superintendent of Communications and Communications
Yaviri Escalera, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Reel #UCPSGrads
Merit
Ascension Parish Public Schools (LA), Donaldsonville, Louisiana
Submitted by: Jackie Tisdell, Public Information Officer
Danielle Evans, Digital Media Coordinator
Taylor Rubach, Public Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
Education Support Professionals Social Media Campaign
Baltimore County Public Schools, Towson, Maryland
Submitted by: Gboyinde Onijala, Director, Communications and Community Outreach
Sam Lister, Communications Specialist I
Award Entry:
#Back2BCPS campaign, produced by Sam Lister,  communications specialist, August 1 - September 3, 2023
Beaverton School District (OR), Beaverton, Oregon
Submitted by: Shellie Bailey-Shah, Public Communications Officer
Kara  Yunck, Communications Coordinator
Melissa  Larson, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Escape the Vape
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Conor Christofferson, Assistant Director, Communications
Award Entry:
Bond Updates
Central Kitsap Schools, Bremerton, Washington
Submitted by: Josh Horton, Web and Social Media Content Developer
Angela Dice, Web and Social Media Content Developer
Jane Carter, Communications Specialist
RandaLyn  Novick, Web and Social Media Content Developer
David Beil, Executive Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Show & Tell: A Showcase of Student Work
Chappaqua Central School District, Chappaqua, New York
Submitted by: Natalia Baage, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Applauding Their Legacy: Celebrating our 12th-Grade Athletes’ Final Lap with “Senior Spotlights”
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere
Ben Miller
Leanna Albrecht
Janet Elseth
Shelley Thornton-Simon
Silvia Lansburg
Award Entry:
Super School Shoutout
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Daniel Vehar, Marketing Manager
Award Entry:
Corky Kell Classic | Social Media Promotion
Covina-Valley Unified School District, Covina, California
Submitted by: Devina Ortega, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
C-VUSD Amplifying Education Through Social Media
Dallas ISD (Tx), Dallas, Texas
Submitted by: Anastasia Reed, Director, Communication Services
Molly Schrader, Communications Coordinator
Carol Paiz, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
15 Minutes with the Fastest Woman in the World
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Adrianna Davies, Digital Media & Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Black History Month Campaign
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Back to School Campaign
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Teacher of the Year/ESP of the Year
Geary County Schools USD 475, Junction City, Kansas
Submitted by: Matthew Hoover, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Hometown Pride: Alumni Spotlight
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Senior Spotlight Social Media Campaign
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Women’s History Month: Women Advocating for Equity
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Black History Month: Honoring African Americans in the Arts
Gwinnett County Public Schools with KQ Communications, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Hollie Marcus, Director of Recruitment & Retention
Hollie  Marcus, Director of Recruitment & Retention
Joyce McKinney, Vice President of KQ Communications
Amy Rosenberg, Social media director at KQ Communications
Award Entry:
‘Say Yes to GCPS’ Recruitment Campaign
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
Hampton City Schools SEL Day Social Media Campaign
Hanover County Public Schools (VA), Ashland, Virginia
Submitted by: Justin Mattingly, Communications Coordinator
Brian Capaldo, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Brag on a Bus Driver
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
#SchoolSweethearts Series  |  Social Media Campaign
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Nicole Thompson, Digital Media Manager
Award Entry:
Black History Month: Gallery of Heroes
Higley Unified School District, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Jessica Bautista, Director, Marketing & Public Information
Luz Capiral, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
#HigleyHelps Campaign
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KS), Kansas City, Kansas
Submitted by: Kamron Porter, Marketing Specialist
Kamron  Porter, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Reeling in Engagement How KCKPS Proactively Introduced Reels to Enhance their Instagram Presence
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene, Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Foothill Makes History
Middlesex County Magnet Schools (NJ), East Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Rachel Morales, Community Outreach Specialist
Rachel Morales, Community Outreach Specialist
Award Entry:
Middlesex County Magnet Schools Social Media
Northeast Tech, Pryor, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Kristal Adkinson, Public Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
Northeast Tech - Social Media Summary
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Women's History Month
Piscataway Township Schools, Piscataway, New Jersey
Submitted by: Gary Miller, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Social media
Region One ESC, Edinburg, Texas
Submitted by: Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
Avery  Arizola, Communication Specialist
Amaris McIntosh, Marketing Specialist
Matthew Sustaita, Web/Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Educator Preparation Program Digital Media Campaign
Richmond County School System (GA), Augusta, Georgia
Submitted by: Keisa Gunby, Chief Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
National Principal Month Appreciation Posts
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
 Michelle Calcaterra, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
"Mounties on the Move"
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Gina Carbone, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
#BuildingBlocksofthePRSD, Our Instructional Coaches BUILD Our District Up!
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Emily  Neary , Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Made in East Ramapo: Alumni Faculty and Staff Campaign
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Gina Carbone, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
#BehindTheWheel: Spotlighting School Bus Drivers (National School Bus Safety Month)
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Gina  Carbone, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
Say Squeeze! Middle Schoolers Meet STEM Standards Through Engaging Lab Activities
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
SCUSD Spotlights
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Teacher Tuesday Social Media Campaign
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Public Information Manager
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
SCCPSS Women's History Month Social Media Campaign
Scottsdale USD #48, Scottsdale, Arizona
Submitted by: Kristine Harrington, Communications & Marketing Director
Samantha  Schnoes, Social Media Specialist
Award Entry:
#GrowWithSUSD
Sheldon ISD (TX), Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emily Conklin, Executive Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Monica Arredondo, Community Partnership Specialist
Award Entry:
Started in Sheldon
Spokane Public Schools, Spokane, Washington
Submitted by: Theresa Tanner, Social Media/Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 Levy "Q&A" Campaign
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
We Love Our Board of Trustees
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Christian Justrabo, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Employee Spotlights
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Dennis Dyck, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Women's History Month
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Facilities Updates
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Central Welcome Back
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
Public Schools Week-Social Media
Waukegan Public Schools (IL), Waukegan, Illinois
Submitted by: Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Mitchell Riportella, Manager of Communications
Award Entry:
Foreman Frankie
Windsor PS (CT), Windsor, Connecticut
Submitted by: Gianna Gill, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Reigniting Support for our sports programs Post Covid-19
Worcester Public Schools (MA), Worcester, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Daniel O'Brien, Chief Communications Officer
Laraine Weschler, Former Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
WooStars
Ysleta ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Social Media Attendance Campaign

Honorable Mention

Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Jaclyn Goddette, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Alexandria City Public Schools 2023 Titan Graduation Profiles Social Media Campaign
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Gladis Bourdouane, Assistant Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Alexandria City Public Schools 2023 November Family Engagement Month Social Media Campaign
Allentown School District (PA), Allentown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Melissa Reese, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
One Year with Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks
Bayless School District, St. Louis, Missouri
Submitted by: Stephen Terrill, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Bayless CSD Instagram
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Fulton CSD School Champions Program
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Cato-Meridian’s “The SpongeBob Musical”
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Mexico CSD - Mutt Madness & Feline Frenzy Tournament
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Port Byron CSD - Senior Athlete Trading Cards
Cleveland City Schools, Cleveland, Tennessee
Submitted by: KJ Harris, Communication Liaison
Caroline  Corrigan, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Social Media, Cleveland Middle School
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere
Ben Miller
Leanna Albrecht
Janet Elseth
Shelley Thornton-Simon
Silvia Lansburg
Award Entry:
Learning in Motion
Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie Schools, Minnesota
Submitted by: Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Kim Nguyen, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, EP Online
Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Award Entry:
Social Media Communication Campaign:  EP Online, Minnesota’s Best Online School
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Chan'Cellore Makanjuola, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Newman Elementary Vincent Van Gogh Experience
Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School District, Garner, Iowa
Submitted by: Kurt karr, CEO
Ken Kasper, Superintendent
Shawn Miller, Principal
Award Entry:
Attitude of Gratitude
Gilbert Public Schools, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Triniti-Lynn Thornhill, Digital Media Specialist
Dawn Antestenis, Director of Marketing and Communications
Jonason Pauley, Photographer and Videographer
Award Entry:
2023-24 Back-to-School Social Media Campaign
Glenbrook High School District 225 (IL), Glenview, Illinois
Submitted by: Christina Salonikas, Communications Manager
Carol Smith, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
"We Are Glenbrook" LinkedIn Campaign
Hanover County Public Schools (VA), Ashland, Virginia
Submitted by: Justin Work, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
New Teachers Spotlight
Hendrick Hudson Central School District, Montrose, New York
Submitted by: Josh Thomson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Hendrick Hudson Social Media
High Tech High, San Diego, California
Submitted by: Anthony Millican, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Discover the 'Wow' of Project-Based Learning
Ingham Intermediate School District, Mason, Michigan
Submitted by: Stacy Adado, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Month Business Partners Recognition
Jackson County Public Schools, Sylva, North Carolina
Submitted by: Shaneka Allen, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Social Media Engagement
Jefferson County School District 509J, Madras, Oregon
Submitted by: Joseph Prechtl, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Madras High School Athlete of the Month
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene,  Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
KHSD Transportation
Kern High School District, Bakersfield, California
Submitted by: Stan Greene,  Director of School Support Services
Javier Valdes, Coordinator of Public Information
Alejandra Torres, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
KHSD Theater
New Brunswick Public Schools, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Jisette Duran, Digital Branding & Communications Specialist
Jisette Duran, Digital Branding & Communications Specialist
Dorenia Villalona , School Business Administrator
Award Entry:
Publications and Digital Media Excellence Digital Media: Social Media
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Digital Citizenship
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Here’s to the Future - Class of 2023
North Salem Central School District, North Salem, New York
Submitted by: Sarah Divi, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
North Salem CSD Social Media
Oakridge Public Schools, Oakridge, Michigan
Submitted by: Tom Livezey, Superintendent
Ben Kalb, Director of Communications
Sherry Wahr, Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
Show Up | Attendance Campaign
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: PJ Walker, Communications and Media Production Specialist
Hatara  Tyson, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Spotlight on Alumni: Unfolding the Legacy
Prospect Heights School District 23, Prospect Heights, Illinois
Submitted by: Chris Alms, Director of Technology and Information Services
Don  Angelaccio, Superintendent
Award Entry:
D23 At Bat/Home Run Social Media Campaign
Public Schools of Robeson County, Lumberton, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jessica Sealey, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
#LoveWhatYouDo Campaign
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
This is Me in ABC
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Meet Your New Principal / Assistant Principal
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Career Technical Education (CTE) Month Series
Renwick USD 267, Andale, Kansas
Submitted by: Kurt Karr, CEO
Tim Hayden, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Employee Celebration & Recognition
Santa Ana USD, Santa Ana, California
Submitted by: Fermin Leal, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Harnessing Social Media to Power School Communications
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Paris Keal, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Social Media Planning: SBISD Special Days Social Media Plan for 2023-2024
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Black History Month Campaign
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Women's History Month Campaign: Women in Education
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Brian Nixdorff, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Leading for the Future - Social Media Campaign
Stephens County Schools, Toccoa, Georgia
Submitted by: April James, School and Community Engagement Coordinator
Award Entry:
"Love our Tribe" Social Media Campaign
Tippecanoe School Corporation, Lafayette, Indiana
Submitted by: Sue Scott, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Celebrating Our Staff
Valhalla Union Free School District, Valhalla, New York
Submitted by: Natalia Baage, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Increasing Transparency and Sharing Our Viking Spirit through Valhalla’s Facebook Page
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
National Library Month
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Dennis Dyck, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Pride Month
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Lincoln Elementary #BeBold Campaign
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: twitter.com/WaterlooSchools Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna  Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
Black History Month Celebration, Social Media
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Teacher Feature
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Orange Elementary #BeBold
Waterloo Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Award Entry:
Classroom Spotlight, Social Media
Waukegan Public Schools (IL), Waukegan, Illinois
Submitted by: Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Jennifer  Rice de la Sanchez,
Pamela Crowell,
Award Entry:
Teaching & Learning In-Action
West40 ISC (IL), Maywood, Illinois
Submitted by: Chris Coffey, Communications and Media Relations Manager
Monica Medina, Communications Specialist
Heidi Bellm, Director of Communications
Evy Makris, Brand Experience Designer
Award Entry:
Advocate Inspirations


Special Purpose Publication
Excellence
Acton Agua Dulce USD (CA), Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Danielle Carbonetta, Asst. Director of Guidance, Admissions and Records
Award Entry:
23/24 Spring Senior Mailer
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Liz Woo, Graphic Artist
Emily Burkhard, Public Information Specialist
Tim Fowler, Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services, Niskayuna Central School District
Award Entry:
Niskayuna Central School District Continuum of Services Guide
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Margaret Murphy, Graphic Artist
Eliza Lennon, Public Information Specialist
Meghan Piper, School Information Officer, Liverpool Central School District
Award Entry:
Liverpool Central School District High School Pathway Planning Guide
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Craig Clark, Program Manager
BOCES 360 Team ,
Jennifer Sampson, Graphic Designer
Michael McCagg, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical Education (CTE) Course Guide 2024-25
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Marc Raffa, Digital Media Specialist
Kayla Meakim, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
CCIU 2023-24 Editorial Calendar
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
CiTi Gala for the Arts
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Ali Wade, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2023 Professional Development Institute Program
Council of the Great City Schools, Washington, District of Columbia
Submitted by: Tonya Harris, Director of Communications
Kalin Hicks, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Crisis Communications: Before, During, and After a Crisis or Active Shooter Event EVENT A Guidebook for Public Relations Executives In the Council of the Great City Schools December
Crown Point Community School Corporation, Crown Poin, Indiana
Submitted by: Brooke Allen, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
CPCSC Capital Improvement Projects
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
HPSD Strategic Plan 2024
Loudoun County Public Schools (VA), Ashburn, Virginia
Submitted by: Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Dr. Chrsitina Arpante, Coordinator, Communications
Award Entry:
Welcome Center Guide for Front Offices
Monroe School District (WA), Monroe, Washington
Submitted by: Erin Zacharda, Director of Communications
Tamara Krache, Communications Manager
Daniel  Thompson, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2024-2029 MSD Strategic Plan
Mountain Education, Cleveland, Georgia
Submitted by: Debra Moore, Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
A Message From Our Students
Oak Ridge Schools, Oak Ridge TN, Tennessee
Submitted by: Molly Gallagher Smith, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Capital Project Proposal to Sustain Excellence in Oak Ridge Schools
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington state, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: Linh Duong, Visual Communications Strategist
Award Entry:
2023 Art Show program
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Maria Roach, Public Information Specialist
Rebecca Walts, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
BOCES Regional Newsletter
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Cooperative Music Library Brochure
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Rebecca  Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
Utica Superintendent Search
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry  Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
BOCES Service Directory 2024-25
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
2024-25 Magnet Schools & Programs Brochure
Pelham City Schools (AL), Pelham, Alabama
Submitted by: Nicole Knight, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Panther Profiles
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196, Rosemount, Minnesota
Submitted by: Tony Taschner, Communications Supervisor
Allyson Garin, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
2024 Legislative Priorities
Sacramento City Unified School District, Sacramento, California
Submitted by: Alexander Goldberg, Manager II Communications
Brian Heap, Chief Communications Officer
Al Goldberg, Communications Manager
Niki Kangas, Community Engagement Manager
Sean Brainerd, Marketing Specialist
Andrea Starace, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Groundbreaking Booklets
San Diego County Office of Education, San Diego, California
Submitted by: Stacy Brandt, Communications Strategist
Haley  MacKenzie, Graphic Arts Technician
Award Entry:
Building Community Together Program
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Executive Director of Communications
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
Superintendent's Listen and Learn Report
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Jeffry Braun, Graphic Illustrator
Award Entry:
2023 Tech Expo Program
Stafford County Public Schools, Stafford, Virginia
Submitted by: Sandra Osborn, Chief Communications Officer
Hunter Berry, Assistant Director of Family and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Specialty Centers of Stafford County Public Schools
TASB, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
A Toolkit for Effective Parent Conversations
Webster Groves School District (MO), Webster Groves, Missouri
Submitted by: Derek Duncan, Director of Communications
Elizabeth Fox, Communications Coordinator
Shannon Daniel, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Our Schools
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Superintendent 10th Anniversary Banner
Merit
Bay Village City School District (OH), Bay Village, Ohio
Submitted by: Karen Misciagna, Communications Director
Karen Misciagna, Director of Communications
Scot Prebles, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Learn. Launch. Lead. Preparing Students for Their Futures. (A Strategic Plan Booklet.)
Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
2023 Varsity Student-Athlete Recognition Program
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Marj Kline, Graphic Artist
Vanessa Salman, Public Information Specialist
Monica Mahaffey, Director of Public Information, City School District of New Rochelle
Ana Santiago, Assistant to the Superintendent, City School District of New Rochelle
Award Entry:
City School District of New Rochelle Mission Poster
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Marj Kline, Graphic Artist
Jake Palmateer, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Schoharie Central School District Recruitment Brochure
CESA 6 / Green Lake School District, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Courtney Krueger, Communications and Marketing Consultant
Award Entry:
Green Lake Referendum: Maintaining an Environment of Excellence
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia
Submitted by: Christopher Vail, Director of Communications
Chris Vail, Director of Communications
Leslie  Darden, Digital Media Specialist
Rachel Haywood, Digital Media Specialist
Monica Agudelo, Webmaster
Matt Graham, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Teacher of the Year Program
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Weedsport CSD Portrait of a Graduate
Community High School District 99, Downers Grove, Illinois
Submitted by: Jill Browning, Chief Communications Officer
Liz Shields, Principal, Liz Shields Design LLC
Award Entry:
Transition 99 Center Ribbon Cutting
Cumberland County Schools, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Lindsay Whitley, Associate Superintendent Communications & Community Engagement
Award Entry:
United for Student Success: 2023 End-of-Year  Report to the Community
EHOVE Career Center, Milan, Ohio
Submitted by: Kendra Ward, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Senior Recognition Program 2023
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"GISH Academies Re-Launch 2024" - Flyer
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools, Woodmere, New York
Submitted by: Samantha Nasso, Public Information Assistant
Barbara  Giese, Executive Director for Communications, Community Service, Registration, and Grants
Samantha Nasso, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
Happy New Year Newsletter 2024
Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, Illinois
Submitted by: Carla Erdey, Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Viking Voyage Guidebook
New Brunswick Public Schools, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Submitted by: Jisette Duran, Digital Branding & Communications Specialist
Jisette  Duran, Digital Branding and Communications Specialist
Dorenia Villalona, School Business Administrator
Award Entry:
Special Purpose Publication: New Brunswick Public Schools White Paper
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Christine Liberaski, Director, School & Community Engagement
Erika Shaedle, Advertising & Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Meet Your Re-Imagined NPHS Referendum Mailing
Northbrook-Glenview School District 30, Northbrook, Illinois
Submitted by: Elisabeth Mistretta, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Strategic Plan Data Presentation
Northeast Tech, Pryor, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Kristal Adkinson, Public Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
Business & Industry Services Promotional Catalog
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
The Norwalk Education Foundation Impact Report 2023/24
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Maria  Roach, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Placemat
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
BOCES Annual Meeting Presentation 2023
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Rebecca Neary, Senior Public Relations Specialist
Kerry Zegarelli, Graphic Design Specialist
Award Entry:
SABA Breakfast Program 2023
Orting School District, Orting, Washington
Submitted by: Brittany Piger, Public Information Officer
Aaron Lee, Director of Equity and Student Outcomes
Award Entry:
Culture Calendar and Guide
Placer County Office of Education, Auburn, California
Submitted by: Michelle Eklund, Chief Communications Officer
Kelsey Bonnet, Communications Technician
Award Entry:
California PBIS Executive Summary
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Frank Pompa, Administrative Coordinator, Multimedia Design
Maria DellaFave, Supervisor, Multimedia Design
Award Entry:
Legislative Priorities Brochure
Richfield Public Schools, Richfield, Minnesota
Submitted by: Jennifer Valley, Director of Marketing & Communications
Anna  Ingemann, Graphic Designer | CEL Marketing PR Design
Chelsea Janke, Vice President | CEL Marketing PR Design
Craig Holje, Chief Human Resources Officer | Richfield Public Schools
Award Entry:
Your Schools: Community Update
Richland County School District One, Columbia, South Carolina
Submitted by: Karen York, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Spotlight One 2022-2023 Points of Pride Edition
Richmond County School System (GA), Augusta, Georgia
Submitted by: Keisa Gunby, Chief Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
2024-2025 School Choice Guide
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Gina Carbone, Public Information Assistant
Michele Kessler, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2023 Arts in the Park Postcard
San Benito High School District, Hollister, California
Submitted by: Adam Breen, Communications Officer
Emily Popek, Communications Strategist
Award Entry:
K-8 Listening Sessions Summary
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Career and Technology Education Student Spotlight Posters
Somers Central School District, Somers, New York
Submitted by: Amanda Bergen, Communications Specialist
Valerie Laudato, Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Somers CSD 2030 Plan for Excellence
Spokane Public Schools, Spokane, Washington
Submitted by: Kevin Dudley, Content Creation Specialist
Bridget Smith, Graphic Artist
Mark Martell, Supervisor, Printing and Mail Services
Award Entry:
School Talk
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2024 Teachers of the Year Event Program
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Angela Daviston Dugan, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
STPPS Fast Facts
Syntax, Farmingville, New York
Submitted by: Corinne Morton, CEO
Beth  Izzo, Senior Accounts Director
Award Entry:
West Hempstead UFSD District Spotlight
The Winnetka Public Schools, Winnetka, Illinois
Submitted by: Katharine Hughes, Communications & Community Relations Coordinator
Kelly  Tess, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Safety Bulletin, Second Edition
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Felisa Hannah, Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Dennis Dyck, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Jordan  Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Monica Andrew, Senior Executive Assistant to Superintendent
Award Entry:
Employee Appreciation Baseball Event
Wallingford-Swarthmore, Wallingford, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Rachel Riley, Communications & Community Relations Liaison
Award Entry:
5 Schools, 5 Pathways, One Haven
Waterford School District, Waterford, Michigan
Submitted by: Jane Tekiele, Multi Media Coordinator
Sarah Davis, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
WSD Points of Pride Circular Brochure
Waterloo Community Schools (IA), Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
Kindergarten Booklet, Special Purpose
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by: Marisa Vette, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Tia Quirk, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Fall 2023 Bear's Bulletin
Honorable Mention
27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
Lauren Zwetzig, Communications Specialist
Mikel  Philippi, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
2021 Bond Community Report
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Kathryn Mimberg, Volunteer Specialist
Award Entry:
Emergency Communication Protocol
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Timra Knox, Manager, Communications
Award Entry:
Bethel Pride Graduation Issue
Bremen High School District 228 (il), Midlothian, Illinois
Submitted by: Yasmeen Sheikah, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
The Light
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Digital & Creative Services ,
Award Entry:
Strategic Communications Plan: Engaging Our Community in Student Achievement
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Zachary Alderson, Communication Specialist
Robbert Connor, Coordinator
Award Entry:
CCCEPA 2024 Spring Poster
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Partners in Education Brochure
Covina-Valley Unified School District, Covina, California
Submitted by: Devina Ortega, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
C-VUSD Board Briefs
Duluth Public Schools (ISD 709), Duluth, Minnesota
Submitted by: Adelle Wellens, Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Duluth Public Schools Strategic Roadmap
DuPage High School District 88, Addison, Illinois
Submitted by: Dani Brink, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
DuPage High School District 88 strategic plan flyer
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
2023 Engagement Report
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Catherine Carbone-Rogers, Chief Communications Officer
Mandi  LeCompte, Communications Manager
Tove Tupper, Communications Director
Linda  Isguerra, Communications Assistant
Rosie Eades, Communications Specialist
Nicole Thompson, Digital Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Highline Comprehensive Communications Plan
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Daniel Campbell, Creative Director
Award Entry:
Capital Projects Levy Informational Mailer
MSD Lawrence Township, Indianapolis, Indiana
Submitted by: Dana Altemeyer, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Charting the Path to Excellence
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Keli  Slusher, Coordinator of Community Relations and Graphic Design
Award Entry:
NNPS Accomplishments March 2024 4 Pager
Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Jason Smith, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
2024 Crystal Awards Program
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Diane Brame, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Attendance Matters flyer
Richland County School District One, Columbia, South Carolina
Submitted by: Karen York, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Spotlight One 2023-2024 Fall/Winter Edition
Royal Oak Schools, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
What is DK?
Sandusky City Schools, Sandusky, Ohio
Submitted by: Kerstyn Pou, Marketing and Communications Specialist
Brooke Austin, District Information and Web Communications, Branding, Graphic Design
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Back to School Mailer
Sandusky City Schools, Sandusky, Ohio
Submitted by: Kerstyn Pou, Marketing and Communications Specialist
Brooke Austin, District Information and Web Communications, Branding, Graphic Design
Award Entry:
2024 State of the Schools Address
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Celebrating SBISD Educators
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
The InBox
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
HR Hiring, Special Purpose
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Anna Dorsey, Graphic Artist
Award Entry:
Future Freshman Mailer, Special Purpose
Whitfield County Schools (GA), Dalton, Georgia
Submitted by: Kristina Horsley, Communications Director
Award Entry:
#OneWhitfield District Map
Windham Public Schools, Willimantic, Connecticut
Submitted by: Holly Pattavina, Manager, Executive Services
Award Entry:
State of Our Schools
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector , Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
2024 Niche No. 1 Ranking in El Paso banner


Video Series (produced in-house)
Excellence
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Gladis Bourdouane, Assistant Director of Communication
Rubaiyat Rhidoy, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
School Attendance for Student Success Video Series
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Gladis Bourdouane, Assistant Director of Communications
Rubaiyat Rhidoy, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Join Our Equity Journey Recruitment Video Series
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Jeff Mayo, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Snowed Under: A Comedic Take on School Closures with Superintendent Mayo
Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Communications
Gehrig Garner, Communications Specialist
Krissy Tompkins, Digital Content Specialist, Capital Region BOCES
Award Entry:
"Meet a Patriot" Video Series
Capital Region ESD 113, Tumwater, Washington
Submitted by: Kristen Jaudon, Executive Director - Strategy & Engagement
Liz Wuerffel, Communications Director
McKenna Bruner, Communications Specialist
Seley Nemish, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
At The Heart of The Community
Community ISD, Nevada, Texas
Submitted by: Chris Mycoskie, Communications Coordinator
Chris Mycoskie, Communications Coordinator
Cooper Welch, Director of Communications
Scotty Morrison, Chief of Police
Award Entry:
Kindergarten Cops Academy
Crown Point Community School Corporation, Crown Point, Indiana
Submitted by: Brooke Allen, Director of Communications
Rutch Johnson, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Super Things Video Series
Durango Schools, Durango, Colorado
Submitted by: Karla Sluis, Public Information Officer
Paul Maddex, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Website video series markets our schools
Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Evanston, Illinois
Submitted by: Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Dr. Angel Turner, Superintendent
Melissa  Messinger, Chief Communications Officer
Kamika  Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Hannah Dillow, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Turning Up the J-Factor: Welcome Videos
Federal Way Public Schools, Federal Way, Washington
Submitted by: Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Paul O'Brien, Multimedia Specialist, Videographer/Writer
Gerardo Fernandez, Multimedia Specialist, Videographer/Writer
Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Kylin Oliphant, Director of Multimedia Communications
Michael Ma, Director of Strategic Communications
Award Entry:
We are FWPS Video Series
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communication
Cameron Hubbard, Coordinator of Multimedia & Video
Award Entry:
VATRE - Voters Approval Tax Rate Election
Fort Bend ISD, sugar land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Cameron Hubbard, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Michael Lam, Multimedia & video coordinator
Award Entry:
Make an Impact
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Cameron Hubbard, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Michael Lam, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Faces of FBISD
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado
Submitted by: Miranda Lopez, Communication Specialist
Christy McGee, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Fantastic Faces of FFC8 video series
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by: Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Jeremy Eccard, Video Production Manager
Jeremy Johnson, Video Production Specialist
Amelia Ross, Video Production Specialist
Award Entry:
FCPS Essential: Celebrating dedicated employees throughout our system
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
Blueprint in Action
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
Teach Hampton Video Series
Hawthorn District 73, Vernon Hills, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Cook, Communications Specialist
Peter Hannigan, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Hannigan's Shenanigans
Hermiston School District, Hermiston, Oregon
Submitted by: Maryanna Hardin, Communications Officer
Roger  Pope , Graphics Media Producer
Matthew  Eckhardt, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
Beyond the Bulletin: 'FriYay' Videos and the Reinvention of Community Engagement in Challenging Times
Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District, Honeoye Falls, New York
Submitted by: Leah Shepard, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
HF-L Oversimplified Season Two
Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, Illinois
Submitted by: Carla Erdey, Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Rhys McIntyre, Communications and Video Specialist
Catherine Ross-Cook, DEI Coordinator
Award Entry:
The Voyage
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Lesha Engels, Executive Director of Communications and Digital Strategy
Robert Miller , Web Systems Manager, Motion Graphics Designer, Videographer
Lesha Engels, Executive Director of Communications and Digital Strategy
Heather Tow-Yick, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Community Updates
Jefferson County Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Heidi Thiel, Video Coordinator
Jason  Solan, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Our Kids
Kyrene School District, Tempe, Arizona
Submitted by: Erin Helm, Executive Director of Communications & Engagement
Josh Feldhake, Videographer
Award Entry:
Kyrene School Showcase Videos
Lisle School District 202, Lisle, Illinois
Submitted by: Jenna Engler, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Lisle 202 Sports Hype Reels
Loudoun County Public Schools (VA), Ashburn, Virginia
Submitted by: Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Erin Robinson, Supervisor, Communications
Award Entry:
Unified Theater/Sound: Taking Center Stage
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
Faustin Gallegos, Digital Media Producer
Andrew Bradley, Digital Media Producer
Daniela Murray, Digital Media Producer
Russell Hughes, Digital Media Producer
Kelli Brower, Coordinator of Instructional Materials, Special Programs & Media Services
Greg Davis, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Launching Literacy in the Community Video Series
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Kevin Hubbard, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
The Collective
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
National Literacy Month Video Series
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
21 Strong
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: OSPI Digital Media and Communications,
Flora Fu, Video Comms Strategist
Ker Malkin Gesulga, Senior Digital Video Strategist
Stephanie Rexus, Video Media Strategist
Award Entry:
Environmental Literacy
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Madeline Girandola, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
North Rockland Coaches Corner 2023-24
San Diego County Office of Education (CA), San Diego, California
Submitted by: Samantha Womack, Communications Specialist
Rodrigo  Magdaluyo, Videographer/Editor
Haley MacKenzie, Graphic Arts Technician
Pamela Rabin, Ed Tech Coordinator
Award Entry:
Augmented Reality Posters for SDCOE Innovation Center
Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose, California
Submitted by: Kelly Wylie, Executive Director, Public Affairs
Award Entry:
Superintendent's Monthly Minute
Santa Cruz City Schools, Santa Cruz, California
Submitted by: Sam Rolens, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Student Life in Santa Cruz
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
"In Our Classrooms" Video Series
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Executive Director of Communications
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Video Board Brief Monthly Video Series
School District of La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Nick Marcou, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Pathway Journeys
School District of La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Nick Marcou, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Classroom Minute
Spokane Public Schools, Spokane, Washington
Submitted by: Ryan Lancaster, Director of Communications
Brett Allbery, Video Creation Specialist
Taylor Brooks, Video Creation Specialist
Award Entry:
Five High Schools: One Spokane - a new stadium is launched
Syntax, Farmingville, New York
Submitted by: Corinne Morton, CEO
Jamie Stuart, Media Relations
Award Entry:
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Emily Frederick, SCR Director
Award Entry:
One High School Video Series
White Bear Lake Area Schools, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Submitted by: Marisa Vette, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Tia Quirk, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"The Week in 62.4 Seconds" videos
York County School of Technology (PA), York, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Nick Staab, Communications & PR Coordinator
Jordan Collins, Co-Op Student
Award Entry:
Students-of-the-Month Video Series
Merit
Alexandria City Public Schools (VA), Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Julia Burgos, Chief of School and Community Relations
Gladis Bourdouane, Assistant Director of Communications
Rubaiyat Rhidoy, Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Emergency Management Video Series
Arlington Community Schools (TN), Arlington, Tennessee
Submitted by: Tyler Hill, Director of Communications & Planning
Award Entry:
Showcasing Arlington High's new era for the Fine Arts
Battle Ground Public Schools, Battle Ground, Washington
Submitted by: Chris Brown, Communications Specialist
Jenna Buescher-Hill, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Teacher Appreciation Week 2022-23
Baltimore County Public Schools, Towson, Maryland
Submitted by: Gboyinde Onijala, Director, Communications and Community Outreach
Wayne Gilreath, BCPS-TV producer/director
Award Entry:
"The CTE Show," produced by Wayne Gilreath, BCPS-TV producer/director
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Communications Director
Award Entry:
ESA
Birmingham City Schools, Birmingham, Alabama
Submitted by: Sherrel Stewart, Communications Officer
Award Entry:
BCS Under the Lights
Buncombe County Schools (NC), Asheville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Ken Ulmer, Chief Communications Officer
Tim Reaves, Assistant Director of Communications
Breanna Hensley, Digital Marketing and Communications Specialist
Hann Henson, Digital Storyteller
Stacia Harris, Director of Communications (former)
Award Entry:
2024 District Teachers of the Year
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Submitted by: Holly Holland, Public Information Officer
Eloise Boullion, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
CPSB 23-24 Teacher of the Year Reels
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Submitted by: Holly Holland, Public Information Officer
Eloise Boullion, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
National Literacy Month Video Series
Charlotte County Public Schools, Port Charlotte, Florida
Submitted by: Claudette Smith, Public Information Officer
James Romulus, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Teacher of the Year Video Series
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Midlothian, Virginia
Submitted by: Leigh Ann McKelway, Writer/Editor
Award Entry:
The Show Up Series
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Practical Nursing Students Video Series
Collier County Public Schools, Naples, Florida
Submitted by: Chad Oliver, Chief Communication Officer
Sarah Chambers, Communications Specialist
Erin Mauser, Videographer
Award Entry:
2023 Senior Spotlights
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Nord, Media Technology Supervisor
Award Entry:
FACES (Family and Community Engagement Series)
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Marc Galang, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Andrea Torres, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Up & Out Video Series
Covina-Valley Unified School District, Covina, California
Submitted by: Devina Ortega, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Student Voices: CTE at C-VUSD
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Matt Sammon, Digital Content Manager
Award Entry:
DVUSD Athletics "Just Asking!"
Desert Sands Unified School District, La Quinta, California
Submitted by: Mary Perry, PIO
Mary Perry, Public Information Officer
Jan Diaz, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Front & Center
Diamond Lake School District 76, Mundelein, Illinois
Submitted by: Eric Hansen, Director of Technology and Communications
Award Entry:
Microlearning for Modern Parents: Transforming Parent University Sessions into Impactful Short Videos
DVUSD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Matt Sammon, Digital Content Manager
Award Entry:
Portrait of a DVUSD Graduate
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Dialogue with Diana
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo  Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
‘Buenas Noches, El Paso’
Elmhurst School District 205 Administrative Offices, Elmhurst, Illinois
Submitted by: Garret Garcia, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Tonya Daniels, Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Community Connections Video Series
Elmwood Park CUSD 401, Elmwood Park, Illinois
Submitted by: Dave Porreca, Communications & Social Media Specialist
Award Entry:
WE ARE 401
Fremont School District 79, Mundelein, Illinois
Submitted by: Nick Brilowski, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Fremont Feature
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
Coffee with Calvin
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Chris OBrion, Communications Specialist
John Gill, Video Production Coordinator
Will Kaderli, Television Producer Director
Dustin Glasco, Television Producer Director
Sean Connolly, Television Producer Director
Kelly Jackson, Television Producer Director
Jeff Quillian, Television Producer Director
Award Entry:
Heart of Henrico Video Series
Higley Unified School District, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Jessica Bautista, Director, Marketing & Public Information
Mark Quiñones, Multimedia Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Higley Unified School District – “Principal Spotlight”
Hitchcock Independent School District, Hitchcock, Texas
Submitted by: Jaree Hefner, Digital Marketing & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Bulldog Spotlight: Illuminating Excellence in Hitchcock ISD
Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, Illinois
Submitted by: Carla Erdey, Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Rhys McIntyre, Video and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Viking Profiles
Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, Illinois
Submitted by: Carla Erdey, Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Rhys McIntyre, Communications and Video Specialist
Dr. Scott Wakeley, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Walking the Path
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KS), Kansas City, Kansas
Submitted by: Sarah Thacker, Marketing Specialist
Kamron  Porter, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is getting #BetterEveryDay
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
Teacher Features
Long Beach Unified School District, Long Beach, California
Submitted by: Christopher Itson, Assistant Director, Marketing & Media Services
Ruben Sosnowski , Media Technology and Production Supervisor
Gary Marshall , Media Technology and Integrations Manager
Shannon Donley, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
LBUSD Did You Know? Video series
Marion County Public Schools, Ocala, Florida
Submitted by: Gregory Davis, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
2024 Golden Apple Profiles
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Wade Odom, EMS Production Manager
Award Entry:
What is a Promise?
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Wade Odom, EMS Production Manager
Award Entry:
The Mesquite Promise
North Clackamas Schools, Milwaukie, Oregon
Submitted by: Curtis Long, Community Relations Director
Award Entry:
NCSD "North Stars" Employee Celebration
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: OSPI Digital Media and Communications,
Ker Malkin Gesulga, Senior Digital Video Strategist
Stephanie Rexus, Video Media Strategist
Award Entry:
Social Emotional Learning
Olathe Public Schools, Olathe, Kansas
Submitted by: Anthony Rangel, Assistant Director of Visual Media
Holden Potter, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Welcome to My Classroom
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Manuel Beltran, Video Production Technician
Maria Roach, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Recruitment Campaign
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp., Mishawaka, Indiana
Submitted by: Joe Fratena, Multimedia Producer
Curt Rallo, Penn High School Sports Information Director/Sports Journalism teacher
Lucha Ramey, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Penn High School Athletic Hype Videos (football, girls volleyball, boys/girls swim & dive, boys basketball, girls basketball)
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Sonja Avant, Broadcast Programmer
Award Entry:
The Sounds of Portsmouth Public Schools
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Brandon  Mitchell, Lead Multimedia Developer
Award Entry:
Shine Bright Video Series
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jonathan  Clark, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
"Golden Spotlight"
Rutherford County Schools, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Submitted by: Barton Henley, Communications Specialist
James Evans, Chief Communications Officer
Mealand  Ragland-Hudgins, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
RCS Sunday Message
San Diego County Office of Education (CA), San Diego, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Rodriguez, Communications Strategist
Bill Britt, Media Production Supervisor
Tammy Carpowich, Senior Director, Media & Communication Strategy
Award Entry:
I Choose My Future: Educating Students About Drugs and Drug Misuse
San Juan Unified School District, Carmichael, California
Submitted by: Elyjah Wilbur, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Monthly Superintendent Messages
Santa Ana USD, Santa Ana, California
Submitted by: Fermin Leal, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2023 SAUSD Educators of the Year Reels Series
Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose, California
Submitted by: Kelly Wylie, Executive Director, Public Affairs
Award Entry:
News Minute
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
"Did You Know" Video Series
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
"Senior Spotlight" Video Series
Sheldon ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emily Conklin, Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Beverly  Stephenson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Video Series: Get into the Classroom
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Kentucky
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Digital Wellness
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Christian Justrabo, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Lead Strong Award
Utica Community Schools (MI), Sterling Heights, Michigan
Submitted by: Jennifer Kane, Public Relations Coordinator
Kevin Coppa, Video Technician
Tim McAvoy, Director of School and Community Relations
Award Entry:
UCS Champion
Waterford School District, Waterford, Michigan
Submitted by: Jane Tekiele, Producer
Sarah  Davis, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Future is Bright
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC), Glendale, Arizona
Submitted by: Jaelyn Leffew, Administrative Assistant
Chris Cook, PR Administrator
Jonathan Abramovich, Media Productions Specialist
Award Entry:
Why I Hire West-MEC
Honorable Mention
Bethlehem Area School District (PA), Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Barbara Clymer, Asst. to the Supt. for Communications
Award Entry:
Bethlehem Area School District Hispanic Heritage Month Video Campaign
Cedar Hill ISD, Cedar Hill, Texas
Submitted by: Tierney Tinnin, Chief of Communications & Marketing
Michael  Sudhalter, Communications Coordinator
Courtney  Erskine, Creative Design and Website Coordinator
Award Entry:
May 2023 Bond - Just the Facts M'am
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Skaneateles CSD Small Bites Video Series
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTii PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Moravia CSD Senior Year: Road to Graduation Video Series
Danville Public Schools (VA), Danville, Virginia
Submitted by: Lanie Davis, Public Information Officer
Patrick Stowe, Multimedia Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
DPS Weekly
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Katie  Hetrick, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Operating Millage Renewal 101
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Erik Tschiggfrey, Digital Media Supervisor
Award Entry:
Superintendent’s 1 Minute Messages
Elmbrook Schools, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Eric Hagen, Communications Specialist
Erin Kokta, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Mikey's Minute
Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Evanston, Illinois
Submitted by: Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Kamika  Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Melissa  Messinger, Chief Communications Officer
Hannah Dillow, Communications Specialist
Dr. Angel Turner, Superintendent
Award Entry:
The Scoop in 65
Gilbert Public Schools, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Dawn Antestenis, Director of Communications and Marketing
Jonason Pauley, Videographer and Photographer
Tristan  Chavez, Communications Specialist
Triniti-Lynn Thornhill, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
JH and HS Open House Video Reels
Green Bay Area Public School District, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Lori Blakeslee, Director of Communications
Justine  Braun, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
FACES video campaign
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
Special Olympics Student-Athlete Spotlight
Hawthorn District 73, Vernon Hills, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Cook, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Hawthorn Building Superpowers
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Don Killingbeck, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Hemlock Carpool Karaoke | Video Series
KEDC, Ashland, Kentucky
Submitted by: Carla Kersey, Marketing Director
Award Entry:
On the Road with Carla
Merced Union High School District, Atwater, California
Submitted by: Viviana Fuentes, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Bilingual Weekly YouTube News Video Series - MUHSD Minutes
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Glimpse into the Classroom
North Clackamas Schools, Milwaukie, Oregon
Submitted by: Curtis Long, Community Relations Director
Award Entry:
NCSD NEWS Video Series
North Clackamas Schools, Milwaukie, Oregon
Submitted by: Curtis Long, Community Relations Director
Award Entry:
"5 On Friday" With Dr. Shay James
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bob Gillmer, Coordinator of Communications Media
Mary Faikish, TV Specialist
Award Entry:
NP Right Now
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Inside NPS
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: PJ Walker, Communications and Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Fostering OCSD with Dr. Foster
Pulaski County Special School District, Little Rock, Arkansas
Submitted by: Jessica Duff, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Academies of Central Arkansas Playlist
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Relations
Sim Dulaney, TV Studio Instructor
Award Entry:
Weekly Update
Rio Rancho Public Schools, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Submitted by: Bethany Pendergrass, Chief of Communications, Strategy and Engagement
Wyndham Kemsley, Director of Communications
Doug Case, Communications Specialist
Beth Pendergrass, Chief of Communications
Award Entry:
Destination: Graduation
Rochester Public Schools, Rochester, Minnesota
Submitted by: Mamisoa Knutson, Director of Communications
Michael Magambo, Marketing and Communications Analyst
Award Entry:
"Supt in the Halls" Video Series
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Michelle Calcaterra, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
“The Suffern Scoop”
Royal Oak Schools - Royal Oak, MI, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Jaret Grisamer, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Insight Into Learning
Santa Ana USD, Santa Ana, California
Submitted by: Fermin Leal, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
SAUSD Weekly Rewind
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
"Behind the Scenes" Video Series
Sheldon ISD (TX), Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Emily Conklin, Director of Communications and Community Partnerships
Beverly Stephenson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Video Series: Attendance Awareness Month
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Graduation Day in Spring ISD
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Chris  Elliott, Marketing Coordinator
Paul Bryant, Print & Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
VIDEO SERIES: Celebrating Our Educators
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Chris  Elliott, Marketing Coordinator
Paul Bryant, Print & Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
VIDEO SERIES: CAMPUS ENROLLMENT VIDEOS (PSAs)
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by: Lydia Avant, Director, Public Relations
Eddie McClinton, Video Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Everyday Amazing: Employee Recognition videos - Series
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Meet our Board of Education
Washougal School District (WA), Washougal, Washington
Submitted by: Lester Brown, Director of Communications and Technology
Justine Hanrahan, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Mary's Monday Minute
Waukegan Public Schools (IL), Waukegan, Illinois
Submitted by: Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Jeremy Jervis
Andrew Aiello
Oscar DuPuy
Michael Gonzalez
Award Entry:
Spotlight on 60
Waukegan Public Schools (IL), Waukegan, Illinois
Submitted by: Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Nicholas Alatzakis, Director of Communications
Mitchell Riportella, Communications Manager
Andrew Aiello
Calvin West
Award Entry:
60 in Sixty


Video Series (produced with a contractor)
Excellence
Cincinnati Public Schools (OH), Cincinnati, Ohio
Submitted by: Mark Sherwood, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Mike Davison, Freelance Videographer, ALTA Images
Award Entry:
Cincinnati Public Schools Legacy Video Series
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Iowa
Submitted by: Jerry Gallagher,
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Award Entry:
Celebrating Public Schools Week
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Nora Shoptaw, Director of Communications
Rebecca LaPlante, Director of Client Services
Award Entry:
Enrollment Video Series
Medford School District 549C, Medford, Oregon
Submitted by: Natalie Hurd, Communications & Community Relations Director
Award Entry:
Community Emergency Response Exercise Video Series
Perry Township Schools, Indianapolis, Indiana
Submitted by: Elizabeth Choi, Communications Director
Paul Weller, Media Services Director
Award Entry:
We Grow Kids
Placer County Office of Education, Auburn, California
Submitted by: Michelle Eklund, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Yours in Education Video Series
Russellville School District, Russellville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Samantha Ballew, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
RSD School Board Appreciation Month Series
Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto, California
Submitted by: Judy Boring, Director II, Communications
Award Entry:
Every Day Counts Attendance Matters Video Commercials
Merit
Allentown School District (PA), Allentown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Melissa Reese, Communications Manager
Luis Bardales Jr, Chief Creative Officer
Award Entry:
Lighting the Way, Mapping our Strategic Direction
Anoka-Hennepin Schools (MN), Anoka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Heather Peters, Assistant Director of Communication and Public Relations
Jim Skelly, Executive Director of Communication and Public Relations
Tim Evans, Communications Specialist
Dax Larson, Communication Specialist
Jessica Sauro, Communications Project Assistant
Award Entry:
Elementary School Spotlight videos
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Law Enforcement Joint Active Shooter Videos
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Shared Vision Communications
Award Entry:
Student Well-Being Video Series
Honorable Mention
Rio Rancho Public Schools, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Submitted by: Bethany Pendergrass, Chief of Communications, Strategy and Engagement
Matt Smith, Edit House Chief Operating Officer and Co-Owner
Kim Smith, Edit House Owner and Vice President, Media and Marketing
Wyndham Kemsley, Director of Communications
Doug Case, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Destination: Graduation

Video (produced in-house)
Excellence
Austin Public Schools (MN), Austin, Minnesota
Submitted by: Ryan Mayers, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Empowering Futures: A Glimpse into Austin Online Academy
Batesville School District (AR), Batesville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator
Megan Renihan, Communications Coordinator
Abigail  Catacutan, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
Teacher Appreciation Week Video - "Dear Teacher"
Bayless School District, St. Louis, Missouri
Submitted by: Stephen Terrill, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Bayless National District of Character Video
Beaverton School District (OR), Beaverton, Oregon
Submitted by: Shellie Bailey-Shah, Public Communications Officer
Tim  Hurtt, District Videographer
Award Entry:
Pen Pals
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Communications Director
Award Entry:
From PCSC to the Pros
Bloomington Public Schools (MN), Bloomington, Minnesota
Submitted by: Stephen Rydberg, Communications Coordinator
Rick Kaufman, APR, Executive Director of Community Relations & Emergency Management
Kate Martin, Director of Marketing and Communications
Taylor Clement, Multimedia Specialist
Jaylen Lyles, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Let's Be Honest: Tackling Youth Substance Use
Broome-Tioga BOCES, Binghamton, New York
Submitted by: James Buyck, Graphic Assistant
Award Entry:
Community Connection
Broome-Tioga BOCES, Binghamton, New York
Submitted by: Allen Lown, Photographer/ Videographer
James  Buyck, Graphic Assistant
Award Entry:
New Energy Lab Opens at CF
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Submitted by: Holly Holland, Public Information Officer
Eloise Boullion, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
National Custodian Day 2023
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Homer CSD Our Friend Moriah Video
Clover Park SD, Lakewood, Washington
Submitted by: Ben Miller, Community Relations Manager
Siobhan Chachere
Leanna Albrecht
Janet Elseth
Shelley Thornton-Simon
Silvia Lansburg
Award Entry:
CPSD’s Current Replacement Levy in Action
Colchester School District, Colchester, Vermont
Submitted by: Meghan Baule, Director of Communications
Alec Kozlowski, Visual Media Specialist
Tim Santimore, Transportation and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Brake for Safety: Stop for Red Lights
Collier County Public Schools, Naples, Florida
Submitted by: Chad Oliver, Chief Communication Officer
David Delene, Videographer
Award Entry:
Migrant Education Program
Collier County Public Schools, Naples, Florida
Submitted by: Chad Oliver, Chief Communication Officer
Tiffany Myers, Supervisor, Communications
Erin Mauser, Videographer
Award Entry:
Cluster School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Collier County Public Schools, Naples, Florida
Submitted by: Chad Oliver, Chief Communication Officer
Quinton Allen, Videographer
Award Entry:
School News Production
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Submitted by: Diane Taylor, School/Community Liaison
Jamey  Hastings, Media Production Specialist
Ian  Brander, Media Production Specialist
Sean  Leveille, Media Production Supervisor
Award Entry:
Celebrating 150 Years: The History of CSDB
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
JWMSCrime Scene Kitchen
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Blue Ridge Elementary Ag Park Adventure
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Tyler Carter, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Say My Name! 2023 CCS Region II Girls Become Strong Leaders
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Marc Galang, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Soaring to New Heights: Aviation Pathway
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Marc Galang, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
2023 Strategic Plan Implementation Update
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Breaking Barriers: Girls Flag Football Makes Official CIF Debut
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
CNUSD Athletics Hosts Cardiac Arrest Training
Danville Public Schools (VA), Danville, Virginia
Submitted by: Lanie Davis, Public Information Officer
Patrick Stowe, Multimedia Communications Specialist
O'Dellshalah Wiles, Digital Media Technician
Award Entry:
Reading Taught Me
Davis School District, Farmington, Utah
Submitted by: Amy Sather, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Seeing It Through: How a third grader inspires others to see their potential
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Poole, Video Content Coordinator
Award Entry:
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Anderw Holloway, Visual Information Specialist
Award Entry:
2023 DoDEA PERSEC Overview
Department of Defense Education Activity, SOBE, Okinawa
Submitted by: Daniel Ashley, Audio Visual Production Spec.
Bradley Fredericks, Video Producer
Roger Hunter, Audiovisual Production Specialist
Sean Murphey, Photographer
Miranda Ferguson, Pacific Region Communications Director
Ronal Hill, Web Specialist
Award Entry:
U.S. Marine Corps JROTC National Drill Championship
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Allison Gangl, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
We Want YOU to #JoinTeamDASD
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Allison Gangl, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
DASD Middle School Encores
Dysart Unified School District, Surprise, Arizona
Submitted by: Renee Ryon, Director of Communications & Public Relations
Ryan McGinley, Educational Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
Together, Let's Do More
East Irondequoit Central School District, Rochester, New York
Submitted by: Danielle Gorevski, Director of Communications
Doug  Streit, Audio Visual Supervisor
Award Entry:
Feeling Good - Opening Day Video
Eden Prairie, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Submitted by: Brandon Mitchell, Multimedia Storyteller
Grace Becker, Director of Marketing & Communications
Award Entry:
Inspiring Each: Our Mission and Core Values
Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Evanston, Illinois
Submitted by: Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Melissa  Messinger, Chief Communications Officer
Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Hannah  Dillow, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Kindergarten is the Start of a New Adventure!
Fayetteville Arkansas Public Schools, Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
First Day of School
Federal Way Public Schools, Federal Way, Washington
Submitted by: Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Paul  O'Brien, Multimedia Specialist, Videographer/Writer
Kylin Oliphant, Director of Multimedia Communications
Whitney Chiang, Chief of Communications and Strategy
Award Entry:
FWPS Class of 2023 Graduation Video
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado
Submitted by: Miranda Lopez, Communication Specialist
Christy  McGee, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Big Picture Learning at Welte Education Center
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Tori Overton, Multimedia Coordinator
Award Entry:
Winter Guard at Independence High School
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Tori Overton, Multimedia Coordinator
Chan'Cellore Makanjuola, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Your Safety Matters: Crosswalk Encounters
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Chan'Cellore Makanjuola, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Frisco ISD Juanita J. Craft Museum
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
Baby Goats Born at Southern Guilford High School
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
Camp Teach: New Teacher Orientation
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
Academy at Smith Breakroom
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
Connected
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
2024 CTAE Student of the Year
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
I Belong in Gwinnett County Public Schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, Georgia
Submitted by: Kevin Tomlinson, Director of GCPS TV
Award Entry:
Jenna Cloninger, 2025 GCPS Teacher of the Year
Hamilton Southeastern Schools (IN), Fishers, Indiana
Submitted by: Emily Abbotts, Director of School and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Student-run Snack Shop Teaches Real-World Business Skills
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Shadan Gunonu, Videographer
Sally Magnuson, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
HSA- City Place Groundbreaking
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Lights, Camera, Action! A Stop Motion Club's Creative Journey
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Daji Aswad’s Story
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Harmony Public Schools Commercial 2024-2025
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Shadan Gunonu, Videographer
Award Entry:
Harmony Public Schools Commercial 2024-2025 ( Spanish)
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Harmony Science Academy Euless 2023 Graduation
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Service Leadership Society State Conference
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Cubs are F.I.E.R.C.E.
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Allen Reid, Videographer
Award Entry:
Eclipse Aerial Drone Competition
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Shadan Gunonu, Videographer
Award Entry:
Harmony Science Academy San Antonio Science Fair 2023
Higley Unified School District, Gilbert, Arizona
Submitted by: Jessica Bautista, Director, Marketing & Public Information
Mark Quiñones, Multimedia Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Higley Unified School District – “David Nuttall – Higley High School Teacher of the Year”
Holyoke Public Schools, Holyoke, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Jennie Oesterreicher, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
A Model School: Making it Our Own
Huntington Beach UHSD, Huntington Beach, California
Submitted by: Kayla Holmes, Public Information Coordinator
Award Entry:
Student-Athlete Sportsmanship PSA
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Lesha Engels, Executive Director of Communications and Digital Strategy
Robert Miller , Web Systems Manager, Motion Graphics Designer, Videographer
Award Entry:
VOICE Mentor Q with Kaili
Issaquah School District, Issaquah, Washington
Submitted by: Lesha Engels, Executive Director of Communications and Digital Strategy
Robert Miller, Web Systems Manager, Motion Graphics Designer, Videographer
Award Entry:
The Skyline Shooting Stars
Jefferson County Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Mark Hebert, Information & Communications Manager
Dyuce  Woodson, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Iraqi Family Finds Support From JCPS
Jefferson County Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Dyuce Woodson, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Hudson Middle's Curling Team
Jefferson County Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Mark Hebert, Information & Communications Manager
Heidi Thiel, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Dedicated Teachers Take Spanish Lessons
Jurupa USD, Jurupa Valley, California
Submitted by: Jacqueline Paul, Director of Communications
Nidia Rojas Del Real, Communications Specialist
Eduvina Orozco, Communications and Public Relations Assistant
Award Entry:
Top D.O.G.S.
Jurupa USD, Jurupa Valley, California
Submitted by: Jacqueline Paul, Director of Communications
Nidia  Rojas Del Real, Communications Specialist
Eduvina Orozco, Communications and Public Relations Assistant
Award Entry:
Fair Fashion
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KS), Kansas City, Kansas
Submitted by: Sarah Thacker, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Inspiring the Soccer Stars of Tomorrow: New Soccer Mini-Pitch at Banneker Elementary
Lawton Public Schools, Lawton, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Lynn Cordes, Ex. Director of Communications
Morgan Thompson, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Lawton Public Schools: Freedom Teachers Do It All!
Lawton Public Schools, Lawton, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Lynn Cordes, Ex. Director of Communications
Mark Lynn, Communications Assistant
Award Entry:
Lawton Public Schools: Middle School Broadcasting
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Emily Anton, Communications Specialist
Brian Seifferlein, Multimedia and Broadcast Technician
David Koehn, Multimedia and Broadcast Technician
Award Entry:
Classroom Calling - Ben Lytle
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Brian Seiferlein, Multimedia and Broadcast Technician
David Koehn, Multimedia and Broadcast Technician
Award Entry:
Seat Beside You: Anna's Calling
Loudoun County Public Schools (VA), Ashburn, Virginia
Submitted by: Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Erin Robinson, Supervisor, Communications
Laura Cruz, Laura.cruz@lcps.org
Award Entry:
The Renovation of Douglass High School:  A Documentary
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Marti Glaser, Senior Writer and Public Affairs Manager
Award Entry:
MMSD's Tyrone Reese Adds Flavor to School Meals, One Dish at a Time
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Marti Glaser, Senior Writer and Public Affairs Manager
Award Entry:
A Custodian's Three Decades of Dedication Creates Family at Nuestro Mundo
McAllen ISD, McAllen, Texas
Submitted by: Mark May, Director, Marketing & Communications
Award Entry:
District Graduation Highlights 2023 | McAllen ISD
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Wei-Tung Chou, Video Producer
Award Entry:
Mesquite Regional Day School Program for the Deaf
Millard Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by: Jamie Scott, Multimedia Content Creator
Award Entry:
Millard in Motion
Mount Paran Christian School, Kennesaw, Georgia
Submitted by: Molly Lathem, Assistant Director of Communications
Tiffany Westbrook, Director of Marketing and Communications
Daniel  Bastke, Visual Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Move Mountains at Mount Paran Christian School
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Kevin Hubbard, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Emerging Leaders
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
A Night to Remember Prom 2023
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
A Special Tribute to NCSS Superintendent Samantha Fuhrey
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut
Submitted by: Emily Morgan, Media Relations Specialist
Nick Dua, Director of Communications and Marketing
J.D. Freda, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Tough For A Girl
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: OSPI Digital Media and Communications,
Ker Malkin Gesulga, Senior Digital Video Strategist
Stephanie Rexus, Video Media Strategist
Award Entry:
Supporting our Students & Families with Universal School Meals
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: OSPI Digital Media and Communications,
Ker  Malkin Gesulga, Senior Digital Video Strategist
Stephanie Rexus, Video Media Strategist
Award Entry:
Freedom Farmers
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State, Olympia, Washington
Submitted by: OSPI Digital Media and Communications,
Zac Murphy, Director of Multimedia and Information Strategy
Ker Malkin Gesulga, Senior Digital Video Strategist
Stephanie Rexus, Video Media Strategist
Award Entry:
McKinney-Vento
Park Ridge-Niles School District 64, Niles, Illinois
Submitted by: Chris Lilly, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
D64 Feature: Learn-a-Latte, Franklin's Coffee Cart
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Diane Brame, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Because of You
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren  Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Brandon Mitchell, Lead Multimedia Developer
Award Entry:
Happy Holidays from Portsmouth Public Schools
Riverview School District #407, Duvall, Washington
Submitted by: Mike Ward, Director of Communications
Noah  Massengill, Director | Videographer | Editor
Tejasvini Vijay, Producer | Writer
Award Entry:
Being A Kid
Roanoke City Public Schools, Roanoke, Virginia
Submitted by: Kelly Sandridge, Chief Communications & Community Engagement Officer
Claire Mitzel, Coordinator of Communications & Public Relations
Sarah McMinn, Marketing & Events Specialist
Michele Crim, Content & Digital Marketing Specialist
Allen Francis, Multimedia Producer, Roanoke Valley Television
Award Entry:
52 Weeks of Reading
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Trisha  Sullivan , Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
“Leaning Into Literacy”
Roosevelt School District No. 66, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Will Argeros, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Welcome to Kinder
Royal Oak Schools, Royal Oak, Michigan
Submitted by: Amy Murphy, Communications Specialist
Jaret Grisamer, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Windows and Mirrors
Salmon River Central School District, Fort Covington, New York
Submitted by: Zachary Ribert, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Sharing Shamrock PRIDE
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Innovation Expo Logo and Mascot Design Video
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Don Callejon Arts and Design School Video
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Innovation Expo Highlight Video
Santa Clara USD, Santa Clara, California
Submitted by: Jennifer Dericco, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Caitlyn Young, Multimedia Support/Videographer
Phillipa May, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
SCUSD Bus Driver Video
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
Where Are They Now
School District of Lancaster, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Adam Aurand, Media Production Specialist
Ismail Smith-Wade-El, State Representative
Award Entry:
National Special Education Awareness Day
Scottsdale USD #48, Scottsdale, Arizona
Submitted by: Kristine Harrington, Communications & Marketing Director
Emilio Torres, Digital Content Manager
Award Entry:
SCORE: Community Partnerships Creating Professional Development (Video)
Scottsdale USD #48, Scottsdale, Arizona
Submitted by: Kristine Harrington, Communications & Marketing Director
Emilio Torres, Digital Content Manager
Award Entry:
Spanish Dual Language Immersion (DLI) At Pueblo Elementary (VIDEO)
Shawnee Mission School District (KS), Ovlerland Park, Kansas
Submitted by: Michaela Scruggs, Communications Coordinator
David Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Kristin  Babcock, Communications Coordinator
Clayton Turrentine, Studio Production Coordinator
Tom Stephens, Studio Production
Jordan  Kerfeld, Studio Production
Jillian Hodges, Multimedia Specialist
Mandy LaVelle, Graphic Designer
Tash Davis, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Big Game Activity Challenge Video
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
SISD 2023 Business Partner of the Year – El Paso Animal Services
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Military-Connected Families
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Is Hiring
South Orange-Maplewood SD, Maplewood, New Jersey
Submitted by: Paul Brubaker, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Just A Minute With Lynn Irby Hill, SOMS Principal
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Chris  Elliott, Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
VIDEO: We are better together!
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
SHS Valedictorian Zaniah Wheeler Heads to the University of Chicago!
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
Gift of Healing Through Music
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2023 Students of the Year Premiere
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Principal of the Year Spotlight
Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Adam Mumm, Multimedia & Website Strategist
Patti Lux, Director of Communications and Engagement
Award Entry:
The Future is Bilingual/El futuro es bilingüe: Sun Prairie’s Spanish/English Dual Language Immersion Program
SWBOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Anthony DiNoto, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Redefining Success: A Portrait of Greenburgh-Graham School District
SWBOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Anthony DiNoto, Public Relations Specialist
Alicia  Smith , Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Inside Pocantico Hills: Fall 2023 Quarterly Update
Sweetwater Union High School District, Chula Vista, California
Submitted by: Omar De Leon, Web/Video Services Specialist
Award Entry:
Sweetwater Union High School District - 2023 Promotional Video - Building Brighter Futures
Topeka Public Schools, Topeka, Kansas
Submitted by: Dan Garrett, Sr. Communications Specialist
Michael Williams, Communications Specialist
Aarion  Gray, General Director of Instructional Services
Phoebe Nordyke, Communications Specialist
Kylie Fleck-Talley, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
November 2023 Senior of the Month: Jaden Patterson
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Creative Content Producer
Thomas Butcher, Creative Content Producer
Award Entry:
Elevating Voices: In Comfortably Uncomfortable Conversations
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Thomas Butcher, Creative Content Producer
Award Entry:
Why You Should Take a Music Class in Middle School
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Creative Content Producer
Thomas Butcher, Creative Content Producer
Award Entry:
Discovery Kitchen Cookoff
Troy School District, Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Adam  Burns, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Award Entry:
Positive Behavior Incentive Systems at Morse
United ISD (TX), Laredo, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Carlson, Executive Director of Public Relations
United ISD Public Relations Department
Award Entry:
UISD Barbie and Ken Kia PSA
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
CTE Pathways for VUSD Students
West Ada School District, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Ken Hyde, Multimedia Specialist
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Award Entry:
West Ada School District - College & Career READY!
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Student Greenhouse
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Unity in Diversity
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Sources of Strength
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
SpongeBob the Musical!
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
HERO Military Program video
Merit
27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
Lauren  Zweitzig, Communications Specialist
27J Communications , Communications Specialist
Mikel  Phillipi, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
Teacher Red Carpet Video
27J Schools (CO), Brighton, Colorado
Submitted by: Kevin Denke, Communications Manager
27J Communications
Award Entry:
SRO Appreciation Video
Barrington 220 School District, Barrington, Illinois
Submitted by: Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
#Unifiedfor50: Barrington 220 Celebrates 50 Years
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Submitted by: Holly Holland, Public Information Officer
Eloise Boullion, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Music in Our Schools Month Video
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Matt VanValkenburgh, Digital Content Specialist
South Colonie Central School District 
Award Entry:
Charlie's Playground
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Lindsay Quackenbush, Assistant Manager
Award Entry:
Niskayuna CSD: If This Place Could Talk
Centennial School District, Warminster, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Nate Ross, Communications & Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
Level Up: Esports and Education
CESA 8, Gillett, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Dean Leisgang, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Project SEARCH Profile
CESA 8, Gillett, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Dean Leisgang, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Gillett Superintendent Search Video
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Midllothian, Virginia
Submitted by: Leigh Ann McKelway, Writer/Editor
Award Entry:
Chesterfield County Public Schools Teacher of the Year is Kate Doctor of Monacan High School
Chesterfield County Public Schools, Midlothian, Virginia
Submitted by: Leigh Ann McKelway, Writer/Editor
Award Entry:
We’re Marching Toward Winter Break
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Cincinnatus CSD First Day of School Video
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Bill Johnson, Digital Media Producer
Award Entry:
Cobb's Special Needs Programs
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Bill Johnson, Digital Media Producer
Award Entry:
Cobb's New Teacher of the Year!
Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Submitted by: Bill Johnson, Digital Media Producer
Award Entry:
Passionate Mentor and Protector of Students
Colchester School District, Colchester, Vermont
Submitted by: Meghan Baule, Director of Communications
Alec Kozlowski, Visual Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Your Future Starts Here: We Are Colchester
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Hair Cut for a Cause
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Hickman Legacy Hall of Fame 2023
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Welcome back, Miss Missouri!
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Paxton Keeley Geometry
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
The BCNS Council House Dedication
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Beulah Ralph Elementary School Technology Museum
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Parents as Teachers Promotional Video
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Blue Ridge Parade of Flags
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands
Award Entry:
62 Stories: Leigh Radnitzer
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
62 Stories: Plainfield Kindness Ambassadors
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
62 Stories: Paraeducators
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan  Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Gallery 62
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
62 Stories: Mariachi Club
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
CISD 2023 Bond Video
Corona- Norco Unified School District, Norco, California
Submitted by: Liliana Gardner, Communications Manager
Marc Galang, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Peter Camacho, Multi-Media Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Inspiring the Teachers of Tomorrow: Educational Pathway
Croton-Harmon Union Free School District, Croton-on-Hudson, New York
Submitted by: Gregory Cavalieri, Technology/Communications Specialist
Stephen Walker, Superintendent of Schools
Award Entry:
Engaging the Community Around Vision: What School Can Be
Cumberland County Schools, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Lindsay Whitley, Associate Superintendent Communications & Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Family Ambassadors: United for Student Success
Davis School District, Farmington, Utah
Submitted by: Amy Sather, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Strength in Community: School district strengthens collaboration with Hill Air Force Base
Davis School District, Farmington, Utah
Submitted by: Amy Sather, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Different is Great: A Documentary Celebrating Autism Awareness in the Davis School District
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Poole, Video Content Coordinator
Award Entry:
Stivers Teacher Publishes Book with Stories from 51-Year Career
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Poole, Video Content Coordinator
Award Entry:
Mr. C Visits Dayton Public Schools
Dayton Public Schools, Dayton, Ohio
Submitted by: Ryan Poole, Video Content Coordinator
Award Entry:
Building our Future - We Are DPS
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Award Entry:
Student Voice
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Erik Tschiggfrey, Digital Media Supervisor
Award Entry:
Henry Ford Early College - It's Worth It
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Erik  Tschiggfrey, Digital Media Supervisor
Award Entry:
Miller Elementary Kindness Squad
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Brad Fredericks, Audio Visual Production Specialist
Award Entry:
2023 DoDEA ELA Excellence at Brewster Middle School
Department of Defense Education Activity, Peachtree City, Georgia
Submitted by: Kenneth Lewis, Public Affairs Specialist
Brad Fredericks, Audio Visual Production Team Lead
Roger Hunter, Audio Visual Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Excellence in Education Without Barriers
Downingtown Area School District, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Allison Gangl, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
2023-24 Opening Day Video: A Conversation with Superintendent Dr. O'Donnell
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo  Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
The Destination District Video
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Meet Mrs. Rangel-Malandris
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Chapin Boys Basketball
Elmhurst School District 205 Administrative Offices, Elmhurst, Illinois
Submitted by: Garret Garcia, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Tonya Daniels, Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
York High School Dance Program
Fargo Public Schools, Fargo, North Dakota
Submitted by: BETSY BEATON, Communications & Community Relations
Jaryn Homiston , Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
South High Pet the Jet Event
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
Happy Holidays Video
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
FPS Behavior Services Video
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
Middle School Choice Video
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Cameron Hubbard, Multimedia & Video coordinator
Michael Lam, Multimedia & video coordinator
Award Entry:
Malala Yousafzai Visits Malala Elementary
Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Submitted by: Austin Russell, Visual Content Specialist
Krista Stockman, Director, Communication & Marketing
Award Entry:
Club O at Fort Wayne Community Schools
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado
Submitted by: Miranda Lopez, Communication Specialist
Christy  McGee, Director of Communications
Lyndia  Williams , Intern
Award Entry:
Former Welte Student Becomes Youngest Bus Driver in FFC8
Frederick County Public Schools (MD), Frederick, Maryland
Submitted by: Brandon Oland, Communications Manager
Jeremy  Eccard, Video Production Manager
Jeremy  Johnson, Video Production Specialist
Amelia Ross, Video Production Specialist
Award Entry:
We can be Heroes: FCPS Maryland celebrates debut of girls flag football
Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, California
Submitted by: Diana Diaz, Director of Communications
Jonathan  De La Cerda , Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Excellence in Education 2024 Highlight Video
Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, California
Submitted by: Diana Diaz, Director of Communications
Jonathan  De La Cerda , Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Nutrition Services Informational Video
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Chan'Cellore Makanjuola, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Exploring Drill Team: Heritage Highsteppers
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Tori Overton, Multimedia Coordinator
Korinna Kirchhoff, Communications Assistant Director & Project Manager
Jamie Driskill, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Future Ready Focus: Differentiated Instruction and Assessment
Frisco ISD, Frisco, Texas
Submitted by: Tori Overton, Multimedia Coordinator
Award Entry:
A Look at Wortham Intermediate
Gilbert Public Schools, GILBERT, Arizona
Submitted by: Jonason Pauley, Videographer/Photographer
Triniti-Lynn Thornhill, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
International Day of Sign Languages Reel
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"A Book for Every Student at West Lawn Elementary"
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"Let Your Creativity Glow" - SECA Art Show at Shoemaker Elementary
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Dual Language Immersion Program Video
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Allie Lewis, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Black artists of Oregon exhibit fieldtrip
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
GCS Dual Language Initiative 2024
Guilford County Schools (NC), Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jennifer Brooks, Program Manager Broadcast Communications
Award Entry:
The Whirlie Café at Grimsley High School
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
GCS Retirement Video
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
Millis Men: Millis Road Elementary's Male Development Program
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
Sugar and Spice Mentorship Group at Northwest High
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gregory Land, Broadcast Communications Program Administrator III
Award Entry:
Early College at Guilford Ranked #1 Public High Schools in United States
Hanover County Public Schools (VA), Ashland, Virginia
Submitted by: Justin Work, Communications Coordinator
Brian Capaldo,
Award Entry:
Convocation 2023
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Shadan Gunonu, Videographer
Award Entry:
Welcome to Harmony Public Schools
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Campbell, District Director of Communications & Marketing
Award Entry:
Come Join the Harmony Family
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Shadan Gunonu, Videographer
Award Entry:
Harmony School of Science-San Antonio Groundbreaking Ceremony
Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy McMillan, District Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Senior Walkthrough 2023 Video
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Chris OBrion, Communications Specialist
John Gill, Video Production Coordinator
Will Kaderli, Television Producer Director
Dustin Glasco, Television Producer Director
Sean  Connolly, Television Producer Director
Kelly Jackson, Television Producer Director
Jeff Quillian, Television Producer Director
Award Entry:
Henrico 21: Back to the Future Video
Hitchcock Independent School District, Hitchcock, Texas
Submitted by: Jaree Hefner, Digital Marketing & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Heartbeats of Tomorrow: The Story of Hitchcock High's HOSA Program and Ms. Bradley McCreery, LVN
Holyoke Public Schools, Holyoke, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Jennie Oesterreicher, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Cultivating compassion: Sullivan Middle School's social-emotional learning journey
Jefferson County School District 509J, Madras, Oregon
Submitted by: Joseph Prechtl, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Behind The Scenes of Madras High School's Spring Play, 'Bye Bye Birdie'
Jefferson County Schools, Louisville, Kentucky
Submitted by: Dyuce Woodson, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Trash Talk Leads to Bowling League for Elementary Students
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
Summer Learning Lab - Southwood Elementary/What's in Your Forest?
Lancaster ISD, Lancaster, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Simpson, Chief of Communications
Andrew  Tanielian, Visual Media Coorinator
Award Entry:
Lancaster High School Top Ten
Lawton Public Schools, Lawton, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Lynn Cordes, Ex. Director of Communications
Morgan  Thompson, Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Lawton Public Schools: Free college at LPS
Lincoln Public Schools District Office, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: BriAna Wycoff, Communications Specialist
Brian Seifferlein, Multimedia Content & Broadcast Technician
Award Entry:
Recycling Materials Table - Lincoln Southeast
Lincoln Public Schools District Office, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: BriAna Wycoff, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Glimpses of Lincoln Public Schools - Farm to School
Lincoln Public Schools District Office, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: BriAna Wycoff, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 Science and Engineering Fair Promotional Video
Lodi Unified School District, LODI, California
Submitted by: Chelsea Vongehr, PIO/Grant Writer
Janette Franco Jimenez, Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
Lodi USD Kindergarten POV
Long Beach Unified School District, Long Beach, California
Submitted by: Christopher Itson, Assistant Director, Marketing & Media Services
Ruben  Sosnowski , Media Technology and Production Supervisor
Gary  Marshall , Media Technology and Integrations Manager
Chris Figuracion , Production Specialist
Shannon  Donley , Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Vision 2035: Learning From the Past to Look Forward
Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jodi Fiedler, Internal Communications Officer
Marti Glaser, Senior Writer and Public Affairs Manager
Award Entry:
Amid Bus Driver Shortage, MMSD Principal Goes an Extra Mile
Mercer County Technical Schools, Pennington, New Jersey
Submitted by: Nick Sakowski, Community Liaison
Nick Sakowski, Community Liaison
Michael Orfe, Director of Pupil Services
Award Entry:
MCTS Family
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Ted Madden, video producer
Award Entry:
Kingston Barker, State Bound
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Sabreana Smith, Executive Director of Strategic Communications
Wade Odom, EMS Production Manager
Award Entry:
A World Without Teachers
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Andy Smith,  Audio/Visual Specialist
Award Entry:
“Grand Friends” Senior Volunteer Spotlight Video
Minnetonka Public Schools, Minnetonka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Andy Smith,  Audio/Visual Specialist
Award Entry:
“Grand Friends” Senior Volunteer Spotlight Video
Muskegon Area ISD, Muskegon, Michigan
Submitted by: Ben Kalb, Director Of Communications
Award Entry:
Muskegon Head Start Love
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Kevin Hubbard, Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
Happy 90th Birthday to our Wrightsboro Elementary Crossing Guard
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Read Across Newport-Mesa
Newport Mesa USD - Public Info., Costa Mesa, California
Submitted by: Judi Chimits, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
Read Across Newport-Mesa
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCSS Celebrates 2024 School Resource Officer Appreciation Day
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Duke Bradley, Superintendent
Award Entry:
The Opportunity
Northbrook School District 28, Northbrook, Illinois
Submitted by: Terry Ryan, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Northbrook Junior High: A National Blue Ribbon School
Northbrook-Glenview School District 30, Northbrook, Illinois
Submitted by: Elisabeth Mistretta, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Discover District 30
Northeast Technology Center (OK), Pryor, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Brittney Bennett, Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
Reed pursues culinary dream through NT
Northeast Technology Center (OK), Pryor, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Brittney Bennett, Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
Jameson prepares to inherit family legacy
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: Taylor Simpson, Digital Media Comm. Tech.
Award Entry:
The Stories of OCSD: Custodian Appreciation Day
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: Taylor Simpson, Digital Media Comm. Tech.
Award Entry:
In the Spotlight: Sunrise with a School Bus Driver
Papillion La Vista Community Schools, Papillion, Nebraska
Submitted by: Chantelle Green, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Construction Students Experience Hands-On Learning with Local Businesses
Paradise Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Mat Droge, Director, Marketing and Communications
Sarah Hackett, Communications Specialist (PIO)
Zac Strohfus, Digital and Social Media Specialist
Kara Angeli, Website Marketing Specialist
Troy Bales, Superintendent
Debbie Theiss, Marketing and Communications Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
Super Jobs! Dr. Bales Learns to Drive a School Bus
Park Ridge-Niles School District 64, Niles, Illinois
Submitted by: Chris Lilly, Communications Specialist
Chris  Lilly, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
D64 Opening Day 2023-2024
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp., Mishawaka, Indiana
Submitted by: Joe Fratena, Multimedia Producer
Lucha Ramey, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Building a Future in Penn High School's Building & Trades program
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp., Mishawaka, Indiana
Submitted by: Joe Fratena, Multimedia Producer
Lucha Ramey, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Teacher "gets creative" with art
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Annette  Herbert, Multimedia Developer
Award Entry:
Special Education - Speech and Hearing Impaired
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Brandon  Mitchell, Lead Multimedia Developer
Award Entry:
2022-2023 Portsmouth Public Schools Communications Highlight Reel
Poway USD (CA), San Diego, California
Submitted by: Christine Paik, Chief Communications Officer
Brittanie Arnett, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"Magic in Me" Music Video
Prince William County Public Schools (VA), Manassas, Virginia
Submitted by: Diana Gulotta, Director of Communications
Raul Rosado-Burgos, Senior Producer/Writer
Jim  Lepp, Supervisor, Interactive Media and Creative Design
Award Entry:
Jenna Sheehy Inspirational Video
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Dear Class of 2023
Redlands Unified School District, Redlands, California
Submitted by: Christine Stephens, Communications Manager / Public Information Officer
Rebecca Maschack, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Karen  Pineda, Multimedia Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Redlands Instructional Coaching Program
Region One ESC, Edinburg, Texas
Submitted by: Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
Daniel Ledezma, Multimedia Specialist
Leslie Howland, Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
Junior Clinical Research Internship Feature Story
Region One ESC, Edinburg, Texas
Submitted by: Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
Daniel  Ledezma, Multimedia Specialist
Lalo Sosa, Multimedia Specialist
Avery Arizola, Communications Specialist
Leslie Howland, Marketing Coordinator
Award Entry:
National Distinguished Schools Feature - Roma ISD
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Bridget Clark, Senior Public Information Specialist
Jonathan Clark, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Rockland BOCES "Building for Excellence"
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Curtis  Brennecke, Digital Communications Specialist
Kate Moore, School and Community Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Rockwood Celebrates School Board Appreciation Month 2024
Rockwood School District, Eureka, Missouri
Submitted by: David Morrison, Communications Coordinator
Curtis  Brennecke, Digital Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Happy Holidays from the Rockwood School District!
Saginaw Intermediate School District, Saginaw, Michigan
Submitted by: Coty Kuschinsky, Chief of Staff & Communications Supervisor
Award Entry:
Saginaw ISD Preschool Teacher Recruitment Video
Sarasota County School District, Sarasota, Florida
Submitted by: Craig Maniglia, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Award Entry:
National School Lunch Week
School District of Holmen, Holmen, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Travis Judell, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
The Power of Project Search
School District of Holmen, Holmen, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Travis Judell, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Holmen High School Fine Arts Department
School District of Lancaster, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Adam Aurand, Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Tour de Lanc - 2023 All-Staff Video
Shawnee Mission School District (KS), Overland Park, Kansas
Submitted by: Kristin Babcock, Communications Coordinator
David  Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Michaela  Scruggs, Communications Coordinator
Clayton Turrentine, Studio Production Coordinator
Award Entry:
Superintendent of the Year Nomination Video
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
SISD Class of 2023 Highlight
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2023 SISD State of the District: Andrea Hernandez
Southland College Prep Charter High School, Richton Park, Illinois
Submitted by: Monica Fountain, Director of Communications
Eric Lites, Assistant Director of Technology
Richard Barry , Communications Consultant
Award Entry:
Southland Commencement 2023: Unlimited Potential, Unlimited Possibilities
Spokane Public Schools, Spokane, Washington
Submitted by: Ryan Lancaster, Director of Communications
Taylor Brooks, Video Creation Specialist
Brett Allbery, Video Creation Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebrating Title IX: The North Central Class of 1978 women athletes finally get their letters
Springdale Public Schools, Springdale, Arkansas
Submitted by: Michael Arriola, Editor and Cinematographer
Trent Jones, Producer
Amanda Horn, Producer
Tom McFetridge, Cinematographer
Award Entry:
Beyond the Lens: Teen Photography Mentorship
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2023 Employees of the Year
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2023-2024 Welcome Back Video
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
2024 Teachers of the Year Video
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Safety & Security Information
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Employee Beginning of the Year Kickoff Recap
St. Lucie Public Schools, Port St. Lucie, Florida
Submitted by: Lydia Martin, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
It Starts Here
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, Covington, Louisiana
Submitted by: Christian Justrabo, Communication Specialist
Award Entry:
Lead Strong Award Winner Mary Groh from Bayou Woods Elementary
Stafford County Public Schools, Stafford, Virginia
Submitted by: Sandra Osborn, Chief Communications Officer
Jose Ruiz, Multimedia Production Specialist
Award Entry:
It's A Snow Day
Temecula Valley USD, Temecula, California
Submitted by: James Evans, Public Information Officer
Jodie Mueller, Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Summit Academy Groundbreaking Ceremony
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez,
Award Entry:
Beware the Zombie Voucher
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
No Room Video
Topeka Public Schools, Topeka, Kansas
Submitted by: Dan Garrett, Sr. Communications Specialist
Michael Williams, Communications Specialist
Aarion  Gray, General Director of Instructional Services
Phoebe Nordyke, Communications Specialist
Kylie Fleck-Talley, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
March 2024 Senior of the Month: McCall Beall
Topeka Public Schools, Topeka, Kansas
Submitted by: Dan Garrett, Sr. Communications Specialist
Michael Williams, Communications Specialist
Aarion  Gray, General Director of Instructional Services
Phoebe Nordyke, Communications Specialist
Kylie Fleck-Talley, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
KTPS News Ep 9: Holiday Cheer, Veteran Returns to Classroom
Troy City School District (NY), Troy, New York
Submitted by: Jason Laz, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Class of 2023 Graduation Recap
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Creative Content Producer
Thomas Butcher, Creative Content Producer
Award Entry:
Inside TSD with Dr. Machesky - April 2024
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Adam  Burns, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Award Entry:
Why Flexible Seating?
Troy School District, Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Adam  Burns, Teacher and District Media/Production Coordinator
Award Entry:
Magic of Light at Hamilton
Turlock Unified School District, Turlock, California
Submitted by: Marie Russell, Director of Communications, Family Engagement & Outreach
Nick Garcia, CTE Video Arts Instructor
Award Entry:
Made in TUSD
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by: Lydia Avant, Director, Public Relations
Eddie McClinton, Video Production Specialist
Award Entry:
TCS Apple Awards video
United ISD (TX), Laredo, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Carlson, Executive Director of Public Relations
United ISD Public Relations Department  
Award Entry:
United ISD Student Newscast
United ISD (TX), Laredo, Texas
Submitted by: Susan Carlson, Executive Director of Public Relations
United ISD Public Relations Department  
Award Entry:
Dinosaur George Visits Fasken Elementary School
Valdosta City Schools, Valdosta, Georgia
Submitted by: Candacey Griffin, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebrating 130 Years of Excellence in Valdosta City Schools
Ventura County Office of Education, Camarillo, California
Submitted by: David Schermer, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
150 Years of Service
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VA), Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
Award Entry:
VBCPS Holiday Video 2023
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VA), Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
Award Entry:
Backs Against the Wall - Welcome Video for 23/24 School Year
Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
Award Entry:
Dual Language Immersion Program 2023
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Dennis Dyck, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
I am VUSD Recruitment
Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Florida
Submitted by: Danielle Johnson, Director of Community Information
Jerry Orzel, Videographer
Christine Ellis, Community Information Specialist
Leah Pough, Community Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Level Up with School Lunch
Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Florida
Submitted by: Danielle Johnson, Director of Community Information
Chad Goodman, Videographer
Christine Ellis, Community Information Specialist
Leah Pough, Community Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Spreading Holiday Cheer: Timbercrest Elementary's Elves on the Roof
Warren County Public Schools, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lauren Thurmond, Communications Coordinator
Dale  Parker, Voice and Data Communications Specialist
Tracey Young, Director of Grants and Community Outreach
Award Entry:
Award Winning Innovative Teaching with Diverse Learners
Warren County Public Schools, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Submitted by: Lauren Thurmond, Communications Coordinator
Dale  Parker, Voice and Data Communications Specialist
Tracey Young, Director of Grants and Community Outreach
Award Entry:
Warren County Public Schools: Preschool to Profession
Waterloo Community Schools, Waterloo, Iowa
Submitted by: Katrina Hemann, Communication Coordinator
Emily Frederick, SCR Director
Award Entry:
Bridging Futures Video
West Ada School District / Joint School District No. 2, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Ken Hyde, Multimedia Specialist
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Award Entry:
West Ada School District - Signing Santa
Westfield Washington Schools (IN), Westfield, Indiana
Submitted by: Joshua Andrews, Director of Communications
Shawn David, Multimedia Producer
Bailey Ruble, Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
Welcome to Westfield Washington Schools
Westminster School District (CO), Westminster, Colorado
Submitted by: Jeffrey Colebank, Media Manager
Stephen Saunders, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Vietnam Vet Finally Gets His Ranum High School Diploma
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Airmen of Note
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector  Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Immersive Virtual Reality Comes to Ysleta ISD video
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
2024 Career & Technical Center Ribbon-Cutting video
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Locomotives Soccer Camp at Ysleta ISD video
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Service Learning Day at YWLA video
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Ysleta ISD Superintendent 10-Year Anniversary video
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Tracy Garcia, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Christmas with Abe Mac video
Honorable Mention
Amphitheater Public School (AZ), Tucson, Arizona
Submitted by: Sam Henson, Web & Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
This is CTE 2023
Birmingham Public Schools (MI), Beverly Hills, Michigan
Submitted by: Cortez Strickland, Marketing & Communications Manager
Bianca  Hoban, Secretary
Jacob Carroll, Creative & Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
Be Birmingham
Buncombe County Schools (NC), Asheville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Ken Ulmer, Chief Communications Officer
Tim Reaves, Assistant Director of Communications
Award Entry:
BCS Students Go Snorkeling
Cherry Creek School District, Greenwood Village, Colorado
Submitted by: Lauren Snell, Public Information Officer and Social Media Manager
Anna Dolan, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
The Voice of Cherry Creek
Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Ashley Boyd, Communications Manager
Award Entry:
CCIU Campus Expansion - Message to the Community
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
APW CSD Halloween Ghost Hunting Video
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
SCCS International Women’s Day Video
Coahoma County School District, Clarksdale, Mississippi
Submitted by: Virginia Young, Superintendent
LaTasha  Turner, Curriculum Director
Award Entry:
Breaking News - Mississippi 3rd Grade Reading Test
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Jump Start Day 2023
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
SMS AVID Donation Drive
Columbia Public Schools, Columbia, Missouri
Submitted by: Aurora Meyer, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
Scholars Health Clinic Dedication Video and Tour
Community Consolidated School District 21, Wheeling, Illinois
Submitted by: Cassandra Young, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Don't be late to school
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
62 Stories: Terrace News
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Pablo Sands, Technology and Media Specialist
Award Entry:
62 Stories: ELC Centers
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47, Crystal Lake, Illinois
Submitted by: Kari Firak, Director of Communications and Public Engagement
Emily Buellesbach, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Empowering Education: Exploring the D47 Literacy Units of Study
Cumberland County Schools, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Submitted by: Lindsay Whitley, Associate Superintendent Communications & Community Engagement
Award Entry:
CCS High School Seniors Graduate Confident, Competitive and Life-Ready
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Award Entry:
Green Schoolyards at Salina!
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Award Entry:
Green Schoolyards at Salina!
Dearborn Public Schools, Dearborn, Michigan
Submitted by: Jacob Farah, Digital Media Technician
Erik  Tschiggfrey, Digital Media Supervisor
Award Entry:
Be Your Own Chef
Deer Valley USD, Phoenix, Arizona
Submitted by: Kayla Pologa, Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Matt Sammon, Digital Content Manager
Award Entry:
DVUSD Pathways
DoDEA, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Roger Hunter, Video Producer
Brad Fredericks, Video Producer
Drew Holloway, Video Producer
Award Entry:
DoDEA Exhibit Ceremony: Pentagon
DoDEA, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Jarrett Simpkins, Audio Visual Producer
Award Entry:
A Path to Honors: Kerrie Gill
DuPage High School District 88, Addison, Illinois
Submitted by: Dani Brink, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
DuPage High School District 88 college and career pathways
Educational Service District 112, Vancouver, Washington
Submitted by: Monique Dugaw-Greenwell, Executive Director  |  Communications & Public Engagement
Xander Hayes, TV ETC Coordinator
Award Entry:
Outdoor Education at Paschal Sherman Indian School
El Paso ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Liza Rodriguez, Chief Communications Officer
Pablo Villa, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Reconnect El Paso
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
Still the One Video
Fayetteville Public Schools (AR), Fayetteville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Alan Wilbourn, Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations
Julie Brannon, Communications Project Manager/Web Developer
Trey Marley, Communications Project Manager/Media Production
Award Entry:
FPS: We Are The Choice
Fort Bend ISD, Sugar Land, Texas
Submitted by: Kimberly Smith, Chief Communications Officer
Maria Dipetta, Director of Multimedia Strategic Communications
Michael Lam, Multimedia & Video Coordinator
Award Entry:
See to Succeed
Grand Island Public Schools, Grand Island, Nebraska
Submitted by: Mitchell Roush, Director of Communications & Marketing
Kelli Mayhew, Communications Coordinator
Bibi Luevano, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
"2022-23 Year Recap at Grand Island Senior High"
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
Hampton City Schools - Holiday Message 2023
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
Hampton City Schools - 2023 Welcome Back, HCS!
Hawaii State Department of Education, Honolulu, Hawaii
Submitted by: Nanea Kalani, Communications Director
Edgar Ambrosio, Video Production Manager
Award Entry:
First day for Lahainaluna High students at Kūlanihāko‘i High
Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, Virginia
Submitted by: Chris OBrion, Communications Specialist
John Gill, Video Production Coordinator
Will Kaderli, Television Producer Director
Dustin Glasco, Television Producer Director
Sean Connolly, Television Producer Director
Kelly Jackson, Television Producer Director
Jeff Quillian, Television Producer Director
Award Entry:
HCPS Commercial
Holyoke Public Schools, Holyoke, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Jennie Oesterreicher, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
High school is just ahead: Advice for 8th graders
Jackson County School System, Jefferson, Georgia
Submitted by: Edward Hooper, Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Success Lives Here
Kenosha Unified School District, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Tanya Ruder, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Why Our Littles Love Learning
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
Saturday Science School at EK
Lakeland Central School District, Shrub Oak, New York
Submitted by: Heather Novak, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Women of Lakeland - Women's History Month
Lower Merion School District, Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Amy Buckman, Director of School and Community Relations
Dan Capkin, Multimedia Content Producer
Award Entry:
Virtual District Tour
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, Texas
Submitted by: Ted Madden, Video Producer
Award Entry:
Mesquite ISD Hall of Honor - E.H. Hanby
Metro Tech, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Submitted by: Phil Carlton, Manager, Marketing and Communication
Konnor King, Audio Visual Producer
Phil Carlton, Manager, Marketing and Communications
Award Entry:
Logo and Branding Launch Video
Millard Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by: Jamie Scott, Multimedia Content Creator
Award Entry:
Millard West High School Girls Basketball State Championship
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Christina Beam, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Full Circle: Coaches Reunite at Hoggard
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCSS School Resource Officer Visit Heard-Mixon Elementary School
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
Dr. Duke Bradley Visits Fairview Elementary School Students
Newton County School System (GA), Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Video Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
NCCA and City of Covington Celebrate 2024 Georgia Arbor Day
Newton County School System, Covington, Georgia
Submitted by: Sherri Partee, Director of Public Relations
Derrick Barnes, Communications and Visual Media Coordinator
Award Entry:
Newton County Schools 2024 Media Specialist of the Year Surprise Visit
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bob Gillmer, Coordinator of Communications Media
Christine Liberaski, Director of School and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Be Yourself
Omaha Public Schools, Omaha, Nebraska
Submitted by: Bridget Blevins, External Relations Administrator
Adam Innes, Videographer
Award Entry:
Teacher Supports Same Classroom for 42 Years
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Manuel Beltran, Video Production Technician
Award Entry:
Auto Tech - Tomorrows Tech
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: Taylor Simpson, Digital Media Comm. Tech.
Award Entry:
THE STORIES OF OCSD: BEHIND THE BADGE
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp., Mishawaka, Indiana
Submitted by: Joe Fratena, Multimedia Producer
Lucha Ramey, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Get Your Teach On Donates Writing Engagement Lab to Walt Disney Elementary School
Peoria Unified School District, Glendale, Arizona
Submitted by: Danielle Airey, Chief Communications Officer
Erin Dunsey, APR, Communications Manager
Sara Meredith, Public Relations Coordinator
Angela Toale, Public Relations Coordinator
Award Entry:
Every Student, Every Day
Plano ISD, Plano, Texas
Submitted by: Lesley Range-Stanton, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Level Up: Convocation Cold Open
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Annette Herbert, Multimedia Developer
Award Entry:
CTE Internship Program
Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia
Submitted by: Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Lauren Nolasco, Chief Communications Officer
Sonja  Avant, Broadcast Programmer
Award Entry:
2023 Pep Rally Recap
Public Schools of Robeson County, Lumberton, North Carolina
Submitted by: Jessica Sealey, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Find your career pathway at the Robeson County Career Center!
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Candace Krell, Communications Technician
Award Entry:
Questar III Career & Technical Education Programs
Questar III BOCES, Castleton, New York
Submitted by: Brian Radewitz, Director of Communications
Candace Krell, Communications Technician
Award Entry:
Youth Apprenticeship
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Relations
Karen Jones-Hayes, Director of Security
Award Entry:
Security Update Video
Richmond County School System (GA), Augusta, Georgia
Submitted by: Keisa Gunby, Chief Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Back-to-Back Championship Video
Rochester City School District, Rochester, New York
Submitted by: Jaime Smith, Sr. Communications Assistant
Marisol Ramos-Lopez, Chief of Communications and Intergovernmental Relations, Rochester City School District
Award Entry:
Rochester City School District Invest In Tomorrow Kickoff
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Jacqueline Dodrill, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
ACCESS-NR 2024
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Trisha Sullivan, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
ERCSD Welcome Back Video - September 2023
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
James Phillips, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
Haverstraw Elementary “The Amazing Shake”
Rockland BOCES, West Nyack, New York
Submitted by: Scott Salotto, Director of Communications and Governmental Relations
Madeline  Girandola, Public Information Assistant
Award Entry:
NRHS Cheer – The Road to Excellence
Sacramento City Unified School District, Sacramento, California
Submitted by: Alexander Goldberg, Manager II Communications
Brian Heap, Chief Communications Officer
Al Goldberg, Communications Manager
Niki Kangas, Community Engagement Manager
Sean Brainerd, Marketing Specialist
Andrea Starace, Marketing Specialist
Award Entry:
High School Manufacturing Tours Video
San Bernardino County  Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Public Service Announcement Fentanyl Awareness
San Bernardino County  Superintendent of Schools, San Bernardino, California
Submitted by: Jenny Owen, Director Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Angel Mead, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Public Service Announcement Human Trafficking Awareness
San Juan Unified School District, Carmichael, California
Submitted by: Elyjah Wilbur, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
San Juan Unified’s New Logo Launch
Santa Cruz City Schools, Santa Cruz, California
Submitted by: Sam Rolens, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
A Choir's First Performance
School District of Lancaster, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Adam Aurand, Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
A McCaskey Carol
School District of Lancaster, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Adam Aurand, Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Teacher Appreciation 2023
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD School Board Recognition
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
2023 SISD State of the District: Elementary Academies
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Career and Technical Education Program
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
SISD Pre-K Registration Starts April 10, 2023
Spring Hill Schools, Spring Hill, Kansas
Submitted by: Landon Parker, Digital Communication Specialist
Samantha Bishop, Creative Services Specialist
Christopher Villarreal, Director of Communication & Engagement (Former)
Award Entry:
RED CARD KC: Spring Hill Schools Partners with Sporting KC, Children’s Mercy
Springdale Public Schools, Springdale, Arkansas
Submitted by: Omar Gonzalez, Producer, Editor and Camera Operator
Margarita Solorzano, Executive Producer
John Steele Cooper, Director of Photography
Trent Jones, Executive Producer
Michael Arriola, Camera Operator
Award Entry:
Hispanic Women's Organization of Arkansas | Knowledge is Power and Education is Forever
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Recruiting Teachers
Sumner County Schools, Gallatin, Tennessee
Submitted by: Kelly Flood, Communications Coordinator
Kelly Flood, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Sumner Ready
Temecula Valley USD, Temecula, California
Submitted by: James Evans, Public Information Officer
Jodie Mueller, Media Specialist
Award Entry:
TVUSD Celebrates the 100th Day of School
Troy City School District (NY), Troy, New York
Submitted by: Jason Laz, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Varsity Softball Returns to the NYS Tournament
Visalia USD (CA), Visalia, California
Submitted by: Jordan Markham, Digital Media and Content Specialist
Award Entry:
Community PSA
Webster Groves School District (MO), Webster Groves, Missouri
Submitted by: Derek Duncan, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
What inspires you?
West Vancouver Schools, West Vancouver, British Columbia
Submitted by: Tricia Buckley, Manager of Communications and Engagement
Matt Lawson , Social Media Officer
Award Entry:
Ask the Experts - Valentines Day 2024
West40 ISC (IL), Maywood, Illinois
Submitted by: Chris Coffey, Communications and Media Relations Manager
Monica  Medina, Communications Specialist
Heidi  Bellm, Director of Communications
Evy Makris, Brand Experience Designer
Award Entry:
Advocating for Elementary Students
Westfield Washington Schools (IN), Westfield, Indiana
Submitted by: Joshua Andrews, Director of Communications
Shawn Davis, Multimedia Producer
Bailey Ruble, Multimedia Prodcuer
Award Entry:
The Night Before Winter Break
Westminster School District (CO), Westminster, Colorado
Submitted by: Jeffrey Colebank, Media Manager
Award Entry:
Westminster High School Unites in the Spirit of Sportsmanship at 1st Annual 'Turkey Bowl'
Williamsburg-James City County Schools (VA), Williamsburg, Virginia
Submitted by: Kara Wall, Strategic Communications Officer
Ronnie Showah, Supervisor of Communications & Engagement
Award Entry:
2023-2024 School Year Convocation
Williamsville Central School District, East Amherst, New York
Submitted by: Nick Filipowski, Executive Director of Communications
David Morales, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
Art Alive
Worcester Public Schools (MA), Worcester, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Daniel O'Brien, Chief Communications Officer
Christine Wilson, Director of WEA-TV
Award Entry:
WPS News
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Tracy Garcia, Director of Communications
Hector  Saenz, Director of Communications
Award Entry: 2024 Signing Day Video


Video (produced with a contractor)
Excellence
Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Thornton, Colorado
Submitted by: Damian Gonzalez, Digital Communications Specialist
Raquel Williams, Culture & Engagement Manager
Award Entry:
#FiveStarProud Video
Affton School District (MO), Affton, Missouri
Submitted by: Erica Chandler, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Affton Portrait of a Graduate
Alhambra Unified School District, Alhambra, California
Submitted by: Natalie Tee-Gaither, Director - Public Information Officer
Leann Huang, Coordinator, College & Career Preparation
CGI Digital
Award Entry:
Alhambra USD Career Technical Education Program
Anoka-Hennepin Schools (MN), Anoka, Minnesota
Submitted by: Heather Peters, Assistant Director of Communication and Public Relations
Jim Skelly, Executive Director of Communication and Public Relations
Award Entry:
Back to school video: The Power of Purpose
Ascension Parish Public Schools (LA), Donaldsonville, Louisiana
Submitted by: Jackie Tisdell, Public Information Officer
Dusty Cooper, Director of Videography
Award Entry:
Ascension's Career Tech Program Recruitment Video
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Submitted by: Sujata Wycoff, Director of Communications
Big Idea Zoo
Award Entry:
2022-2025 District Plan in 1 Minute
Carroll ISD, Southlake, Texas
Submitted by: Brandie Egan, Communications Coordinator
Zac Morgan, Motive Marketing
Award Entry:
2023-24 Carroll ISD HYPE Video
CCSD21, Wheeling, Illinois
Submitted by: Cassandra Young, Director of Communications
Dylan Pieri, Producer/Owner
Award Entry:
CCSD21 Overview Video
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Tevon Knight, Video contractor
Nick  Haywood, Video Contractor
Award Entry:
MLK Video: Dreams of Harmony and Peace
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Leah Hunt, Communications Specialist
Monty  Corron, (company) TENTMAKERS
Award Entry:
The R.E.E.L.L League
Covina-Valley Unified School District, Covina, California
Submitted by: Devina Ortega, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
C-VUSD's Cinematic Showcase of Educational Excellence
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jerry Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Award Entry:
Welcome to Knoxville Community Schools
Dublin City Schools, Dublin, Ohio
Submitted by: Cassie Dietrich, Public Information Officer
Shared Vision Communications 
Award Entry:
Finding the Joy in Being a Retired Rehiree
Elmhurst School District 205 Administrative Offices, Elmhurst, Illinois
Submitted by: Tonya Daniels, Executive Director of Communications & Community Relations
Garret Garcia, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Journey of Excellence: #WeAreD205
Fraser Public Schools, Fraser, Michigan
Submitted by: Kristin Sommer, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Early Childhood Opportunities in Fraser Public Schools
Fraser Public Schools, Fraser, Michigan
Submitted by: Kristin Sommer, Director of Community Relations
Award Entry:
Five-Year Strategic Plan
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Gabrielle Brown, Media Relations Specialist (Program Administrator)
Tigermoth Creative 
Award Entry:
Notes for Notes at Penn Griffin
Highline Public Schools, Burien, Washington
Submitted by: Tove Tupper, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Seth's Story
Huron Valley Schools (MI), Highland, Michigan
Submitted by: Barbara Roethler, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Kimberly Willis, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Huron Valley Schools Junior Kindergarten Program
Kent ISD, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Submitted by: Joy Walczak, Communications Specialist
Katie McClintic, Communications Director
Edith  Reyes, Communications Administrative Assistant
Bob Brenzing, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Kent ISD: A world of learning for everyone
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
East Kentwood Diver-Elisee Kanda
Lodi Unified School District, LODI, California
Submitted by: Chelsea Vongehr, PIO/Grant Writer
Janette Franco Jimenez, Administrative Secretary
Award Entry:
New Superintendent Introduction Video
Lynwood Unified School District, Lynwood, California
Submitted by: Juliette Funes, Public Information Officer
Gudiel R.  Crosthwaite, Superintendent
Award Entry:
Transforming Lives through Career Exploration
Meridian School District, Bellingham, Washington
Submitted by: Lisa Gilchrist, Director of Public Relations
Lars Kongshaug, Videographer
Award Entry:
Teacher Appreciation Week 2023
Nettleton Public Schools, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Submitted by: Courtney Speer, Communications Director
Lori Mueller, Partner & Educational Consultant
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Award Entry:
Welcome to Nettleton
Pelham City Schools (AL), Pelham, Alabama
Submitted by: Nicole Knight, Communications Manager
Down in Front Productions Cole Mareno, Associate Director of Productions
Award Entry:
Panther Pals: Leading & Learning Together
Rocklin Unified School District, Rocklin, California
Submitted by: Sundeep Dosanjh, Chief of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Career Technical Education at Rocklin Unified
Rocklin Unified School District, Rocklin, California
Submitted by: Sundeep Dosanjh, Chief of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Rocklin Unified's Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) at Whitney High School
Russellville School District, Russellville, Arkansas
Submitted by: Samantha Ballew, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Profile of the RSD Graduate video
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Communications Specialist
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Josh Veon, Owner - Orchard Eight Media
Captivate Media, Consultant
Award Entry:
New to the SV Crew
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Content Marketing Specialist
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Josh Veon, Owner - Orchard Eight Media
Captivate Media, Consultant
Bill  Paterson, Photographer, Owner - Bill Paterson Photography
Award Entry:
SV "Voices" Podcast
Spring Lake Park Schools, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota
Submitted by: Erika Taibl, Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Outreach
Award Entry:
Panther Foundation 20th Anniversary Video
St. Charles Parish Public Schools, Luling, Louisiana
Submitted by: Alexis Cannon, Public Information Coordinator - Special Programs
Award Entry:
Employee Recruitment Video
Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Adam Mumm, Multimedia & Website Strategist
Patti Lux, Director of Communications & Engagement
Award Entry:
Like Nowhere Else - Sun Prairie Schools Brand Anthem
Torrance Unified School District, Torrance, California
Submitted by: Sara Myers, Director - Communications
Paul Kartsonis, CEO
Award Entry:
"Why Torrance Unified?" Online Ad Video
Tuscaloosa County School System (AL), Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Submitted by: Terri Brewer, Director of Public Relations
Brandi Shanklin, Whole Child Implementation Specialist
Award Entry:
Tuscaloosa Whole Child
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VA), Virginia Beach, Virginia
Submitted by: Jason Nichols, Public Relations Coordinator II
Award Entry:
Technical and Career Education Center 2023
Merit
Camden City School District, Camden, New Jersey
Submitted by: Sheena Yera, Senior Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Innovator Academy
CESA 6 / Little Chute Area School District, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Alex Giardina, Videographer/Editor
Jill Aykens, CESA 6 Communications and Marketing Consultant
Award Entry:
Embrace Your Brilliance: Flex Academy Enrollment Information
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Rachel Cory, Communications Specialist
Ako Kambon, Company name: Motivate Communications International - Based on Accra, Ghana
Award Entry:
2023 CAEC Sankofa Abroad Ghana Tour Highlight Video
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Iowa
Submitted by: Jerry Gallagher,
Ben Gallagher, Director of Video Services
Award Entry:
Affirmations Station
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jerry Gallagher,
Award Entry:
65 Years of Public School Service
Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School District, Garner, Iowa
Submitted by: Kurt Karr, CEO
Ken Kasper, Superintendent
Award Entry:
GHV Highlight Video 2024
Huron Valley Schools (MI), Highland, Michigan
Submitted by: Barbara Roethler, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Kimberly Willis, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Huron Valley Schools Adult Education Program
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
ABC Orchestra
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
KPS EKHS Culinary Arts Ribbon Cutting
Kentwood Public Schools, Kentwood, Michigan
Submitted by: Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Tim Hargis, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
Welcome Back - First Day of School 2023/2024 School Year
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Award Entry:
It's Fun to Go Out and VOTE
Pelham City Schools (AL), Pelham, Alabama
Submitted by: Nicole Knight, Communications Manager
Down in Front Productions Cole Mareno, Associate Director of Productions
Award Entry:
Jitterbugs Coffee
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
Celebrating the Robbinsdale Area Schools Class of 2023
Robbinsdale Area Schools, New Hope, Minnesota
Submitted by: Toya Stewart Downey, Executive Director of Strategic Communications, Equity and Inclusion
Award Entry:
Learn more: Plymouth Middle School
Rocklin Unified School District, Rocklin, California
Submitted by: Sundeep Dosanjh, Chief of Communications and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Program at Rocklin Elementary
San Benito High School District, Hollister, California
Submitted by: Adam Breen, Communications Officer
Conner Stevens, Videographer
Award Entry:
Hollister High School Class of 2023 Graduation Highlights
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah, Georgia
Submitted by: Sheila Blanco, Executive Director of Communications
Stacy Jennings, Executive Director of Communications
Kurt Hetager, Chief Public Affairs & Administrative Services
Isaiah Jobe-Winn, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Todd Hagin, Website Manager
Award Entry:
Attendance Matters Campaign Promotional Video
Temecula Valley USD, Temecula, California
Submitted by: James Evans, Public Information Officer
Jodie Mueller, Media Specialist
Award Entry:
2024 Battle of the Burgers
The Winnetka Public Schools, Winnetka, Illinois
Submitted by: Katharine Hughes, Director of Communications
Kelly  Tess
Robert Mazur
Award Entry:
"Portrait of an Educator" video
Honorable Mention
Allentown School District (PA), Allentown, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Melissa Reese, Communications Manager
Luis Bardales, Chief Creative Officer
Award Entry:
Welcome to the 2023-24 School Year (Convocation Highlights)
Bethlehem Area School District (PA), Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Barbara Clymer, Asst. to the Supt. for Communications
George Wacker, Owner - Lehigh Valley with Love Media
Award Entry:
Bethlehem Area School District Superintendent Announcement
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cajon Valley Many Cultures - One Community Video
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Celebration Video 2023 - Dancin' In The Country
Cajon Valley Union School District, El Cajon, California, California
Submitted by: Howard Shen, Media and Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Cajon Valley El Cajon Police Department Shop with a Cop Video
CH-UH Board of Education, University Heights, Ohio
Submitted by: Cathan Cavanaugh, Supervisor of Communications
Roger Frank, Managing Partner/Creative Director, Little Jacket
Award Entry:
Ashawn Sims - A Heights Success Story
Donovan Group, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Jerry Gallagher,
Ethan James, Videographer
Award Entry:
Ballard Cheer
Osseo Area Schools, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Submitted by: Kay Villella, Executive Director of School/Community Relations
Award Entry:
Holding Space with Dr. Hiel
Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Linda Andreassi, Communications Director
Tiffany Hernandez, Content Marketing Specialist
Morgan Waag, Communications Specialist
Josh  Veon, Owner of Orchard 8 Media
Captivate  Media, Consultant
Award Entry:
Happy Birthday, Rowan Elementary School!


Website
Excellence
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland
Submitted by: Kirred Marcano, Web & Digital Media Specialist
Lora Rakowski, Communications Manager
Andre Riley, Executive Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Baltimore City Public Schools is Emphasizing the Student Voice
Baltimore County Public Schools, Towson, Maryland
Submitted by: Gboyinde Onijala, Director, Communications and Community Outreach
Brian Hiles, Design & Digital Media Specialist
Steve Ball, Web Developer
Ruben Montoya, Web Developer
Award Entry:
www.bcps.org
Berrien RESA, Berrien Springs, Michigan
Submitted by: Karen Heath, Director of Communications and Public Relations
Heather Shebly, Social Media/Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
Berrien RESA Website
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Bethany VanVelsor, Graphic Artist
Jesse Gigandet , Program Manager
Ken Petersen, Web Developer
Kelsie Conroy, Public Information Specialist
Conner Dickson, Assistant Program Manager
Hannah Hurley, Public Information Specialist
Dal Orengo, Public Information Specialist
Sarah Pellerin, Public Information Specialist
Vanessa Salman, Public Information Specialist
Award Entry:
Mohonasen Central School District Website Redesign
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, Virginia
Submitted by: Monica Agudelo, Webmaster
Chris Vail, Director
Leslie Darden, Digital Media Specialist
Rachel Haywood, Digital Media Specialist
Matt Graham, Digital Media Specialist
Jackson Tate, Communications Generalist
Award Entry:
Chesapeake Public Schools District Website
Clarke County School District, Athens, Georgia
Submitted by: Cyndee Moore, Executive Director of Public Relations & Communications
Scott Thompson, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
CCSD (GA) Website
Columbus City Schools (OH), Columbus, Ohio
Submitted by: Tia Wahl, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Inside CCS
Coppell ISD, COPPELL, Texas
Submitted by: Amanda Simpson, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Coppell ISD Website
Department of Defense Education Activity, Alexandria, Virginia
Submitted by: Danielle Powell, Web Specialist
Nicholas Cheng, Data Management and Reporting Branch Chief
Award Entry:
DoDEA's School Excellence Reports
Dublin City Schools( GA), Dublin, Georgia
Submitted by: Ashley-Michelle Thublin, Director of Strategic and Crisis Communications
Award Entry:
The New Home of dcirish.com
Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, Orlando, Florida
Submitted by: Kelly Schulz, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement
Skylar Diaz, Senior Administrative Assistant
Nancy Gonzalez, Community Engagement and Marketing Manager
Cori Muller, Communications & Media Specialist
Award Entry:
ELCOC Website
Educational Service District 112, Vancouver, Washington
Submitted by: Monique Dugaw-Greenwell, Executive Director  |  Communications & Public Engagement
Laura Martin, Wordpress Developer/Content Marketing Manager
Award Entry:
Castle Rock Schools Website
Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Submitted by: Krista Stockman, Director of Communications and Marketing
Corey Kling, Webmaster
Emily Jones, Brand Specialist
Scott Murray, Communication Manager
Award Entry:
FWCS Website
Fremont School District 79, Mundelein, Illinois
Submitted by: Nick Brilowski, Director of Public Relations
Award Entry:
FSD79.org
Guilford County Schools, Greensboro, North Carolina
Submitted by: Wanda Edwards Walker, Senior Executive Director Community Engagement & Equity
Award Entry:
Better Together Strategic Direction Website
Humble ISD, Humble, Texas
Submitted by: Jamie Mount, Chief Communications Officer
Yvonne Harris, Assistant Director, Web/Mobile Communications
Lori Maugans, Senior Web/Mobile Communications Coordinator
Kelci Hebert, Web/Mobile Communications Coordinator
Jonathan Frey, Assistant Director, Public Communications
Robin McAdams, Visual Communications Coordinator
Joshua Koch, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
In Our Mobile Era - Humble ISD Unveils a New Website
Huntsville City Schools (District), Huntsville, Alabama
Submitted by: Kevin Redmond, District Webmaster
Craig Williams, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Huntsville City Schools Website
Iowa City Community School District, Iowa City, Iowa
Submitted by: Kristin Pedersen, Director of Community Relations
Allie Moeller, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Strategic Website Redesign
Kershaw County School District, Camden, South Carolina
Submitted by: Julie Putnam, Director of Web & Media Services
Award Entry:
Kershaw County School District Website
Kyrene School District, Tempe, Arizona
Submitted by: Erin Helm, Executive Director of Communications & Engagement
Nicole Ashton, Communications Analyst
Carolyn Wood, Assistant Director of Communications & Engagement
Award Entry:
New Kyrene Website
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Marlenia Thornton, Communications Coordinator
BriAna Wycoff, Communications Specialist
Brian Fitzgerald , Web Communications Manager
Award Entry:
LPS Recap 2022-2023
Lincoln Public Schools, Lincoln, Nebraska
Submitted by: Emily Anton, Communications Specialist
Brian Fitzgerald, Web Communications Manager
Award Entry:
LPS Careers Page
Lodi Unified School District, Lodi, California
Submitted by: Chelsea Vongehr, PIO/Grant Writer
DJ Rabang, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Lodi USD Website Redesign
Long Beach USD, Long Beach, California
Submitted by: Marry Gomez-Salinas, Communications Specialist
Deron Mashburn, Senior Web Applications Developer
Award Entry:
District Website Redesign
Martinsville City Public Schools, Martinsville, Virginia
Submitted by: Callie Hietala, Communications & Community Outreach Coordinator
Award Entry:
Martinsville City Public Schools Website Re-Design
Minnetonka Public Schools, Lino Lakes, Minnesota
Submitted by: Katie Campbell, Creative Director
Award Entry:
Capital Projects Levy Website
Mount Paran Christian School, Kennesaw, Georgia
Submitted by: Molly Lathem, Assistant Director of Communications
Tiffany Westbrook, Director of Marketing and Communications
Daniel Bastke, Visual Communications Specialist
Jaime Russell, Graphic Designer
William Deal, Programmatic Videographer
Lisa Shoch, Communications and Social Media Editor
Award Entry:
Mount Paran Christian School Website
Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, Virginia
Submitted by: Michelle Price, Director of Public Information and Community Involvement
Laura Jennings, Web Coordinator
Award Entry:
NNPS Website
Orangeburg County School District (SC), Orangeburg, South Carolina
Submitted by: PJ Walker, Communications and Media Production Specialist
Hatara Tyson
Cindy Kassian
Taylor Simpson
Award Entry:
OCSD New Website Launch
Roanoke City Public Schools, Roanoke, Virginia
Submitted by: Kelly Sandridge, Chief Communications & Community Engagement Officer
Claire Mitzel, Coordinator of Communications & Public Relations
Virginia Pierce, Content & Digital Marketing Specialist (Former, left division in September 2023)
Michele Crim, Content & Digital Marketing Specialist
Sarah McMinn, Marketing & Events Specialist
Award Entry:
Roanoke City Public Schools Website
Saginaw Intermediate School District, Saginaw, Michigan
Submitted by: Coty Kuschinsky, Chief of Staff & Communications Supervisor
Award Entry:
Saginaw ISD Website Design
San Juan Unified School District, Carmichael, California
Submitted by: Raj Rai, Director of Communication
Award Entry:
San Juan Unified School District's Redesigned Website
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Socorro ISD Website Relaunch - #TeamSISD Seize Your Opportunity
Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Daniel Escobar, Chief Communications Officer
Award Entry:
Now Hiring Special Education Professionals Website
Spring ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Sara Butler, Assistant Superintendent
Award Entry:
2022 Bond
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Kristen  Watts Cain, Web & Media Production Specialist
Award Entry:
Internet/Intranet Website: Homepage news module implementation
Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto, California
Submitted by: Judy Boring, Director II, Communications
Award Entry:
Stanislaus County Office of Education Website Redesign
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District, Sumner, Washington
Submitted by: Allison Hollingsworth, Communications Specialist
Elle Warmuth, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Website
Troy School District (MI), Troy, Michigan
Submitted by: Kendra Montante, Director of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Patrice Rowbal, Communications Specialist
Melissa Verduyn, TSD Graphic Designer
Award Entry:
2023 NSPRA PUBLICATIONS AND DIGITAL MEDIA EXCELLENCE AWARD SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS for TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESS ROOM
York County School of Technology (PA), York, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Nick Staab, Communications & PR Coordinator
Award Entry:
York Tech's New Website
Ysleta ISD (TX), El Paso, Texas
Submitted by: Ysleta ISD, Director of Communications
Hector Saenz, Director of Marketing
Award Entry:
Career Center Website Redesign
Merit
Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, Broadalbin, New York
Submitted by: Michele Kelley, Director of Internal & External Relations
Katie Jensen, Communications Specialist
Gehrig Garner, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
BPCSD.org
Capital Region BOCES, Albany, New York
Submitted by: Karen Pacelli, Program Manager
Jesse Gigandet, Program Manager
Ken Petersen, Web Developer
Danielle Adams, Public Information Specialist
Conner Dickson, Assistant Program Manager
Vanessa Salman, Public Information Specialist
Krissy Tompkins, Public Information Specialist
Emily Popek, Assistant Program Manager
Steve King, Assistant Director of Engagement & Development Services
Award Entry:
Capital Region BOCES School Communications Portfolio Website Redesign
Chappaqua Central School District, Chappaqua, New York
Submitted by: Adam Schoenbart, Associate Director of Technology & Communication
Award Entry:
Chappaqua Central School District Website Redesign
Elmwood Park CUSD 401, ELMWOOD PARK, Illinois
Submitted by: Sam Britten, Marketing & Publishing Specialist
Aaron Celmer, Director for Data, Assessment & Innovation
Sam Britten, Marketing & Publishing Specialist
Dave Porreca, Communications & Social Media Specialist
Award Entry:
epcusd401.org
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado
Submitted by: Miranda Lopez, Communication Specialist
Christy  McGee, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
New Family Information Hub
Gresham-Barlow School District, Gresham, Oregon
Submitted by: Athena Vadnais, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Gresham-Barlow School District Website
Harmony Public Schools, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: John Boyd, Chief Communication & Marketing Officer
Emre Konak, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Harmony Public Schools
Jackson County School System, Jefferson, Georgia
Submitted by: Edward Hooper, Public Relations Officer
Award Entry:
Jackson County School System District Website
Mercer County Technical Schools, Pennington, New Jersey
Submitted by: Nick Sakowski, Community Liaison
Nick Sakowski, Community Liaison
Award Entry:
MCTS Website
New Hanover County Schools, Wilmington, North Carolina
Submitted by: Anita Baggie, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Parents Bill of Rights webpage
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Brian Hauser, Webmaster
Award Entry:
New York Mills Website Re-Design / Re-Platform
Santa Rosa City Schools, Santa Rosa, California
Submitted by: Vanessa Wedderburn, Public Information Officer
Vanessa Wedderburn, Public Information Officer
Award Entry:
University Center @ Elsie Allen - Class of 2023
Spring Branch ISD, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Melissa Wiland, Director of Communications
Chris  Elliott, Marketing Coordinator
Kristen  Watts Cain, Web & Media Production Specialist
Paul Bryant, Print & Multimedia Manager
Award Entry:
Internet/Intranet Website: Northbrook High School
Texas Association of School Boards, Austin, Texas
Submitted by: Christina Velasquez
Award Entry:
tasb.org website redesign
Turlock Unified School District, Turlock, California
Submitted by: Marie Russell, Director of Communications, Family Engagement & Outreach
Award Entry:
TUSD Websites
Valhalla Union Free School District, Valhalla, New York
Submitted by: Natalia Baage, Public Relations Specialist
Award Entry:
Valhalla Schools Website Redesign: Revamping Our Digital Hub for Improved Connection and Navigation
West Ada School District / Joint School District No. 2, Meridian, Idaho
Submitted by: Joint School District 2, Chief of Staff, Communications
Niki Scheppers, Chief of Staff, Communications
Ken Hyde, Multimedia Specialist
Danielle Hannan, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
West Ada School District Website
Westminster School District (CO), Westminster, Colorado
Submitted by: Kelly Brenner, Graphic Designer + Marketing Manager
Stephen Saunders, Chief Communications Officer
Jeff Colebank, Media Production Manager
Justin Adcock, Communications Coordinator
Celeste Zubia Lopez, Communications Administrative Assistant
Award Entry:
WPS - Where Education is Personal Website Redesign
Zion Elementary District 6, Zion, Illinois
Submitted by: Donelle Staples, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications
Brian Kibby, Communication Specialist
Kasondra Van Treeck, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
ZESD 6 Website
Honorable Mention
Austin Public Schools (MN), Austin, Minnesota
Submitted by: Ryan Mayers, Communications Coordinator
Award Entry:
Accelerate Austin
Bethel School District, Spanaway, Washington
Submitted by: Douglas Boyles, Communications Director
Award Entry:
Bethel SD Website
Birmingham Public Schools (MI), Beverly Hills, Michigan
Submitted by: Cortez Strickland, Marketing & Communications Manager
Bianca Hoban, Secretary
Jacob Carroll, Creative & Multimedia Producer
Award Entry:
Birmingham Public Schools website
Cambridge-Isanti Schools, Cambridge, Minnesota
Submitted by: Nate Rudolph, Superintendent
Andrew Hagen, CEL Marketing PR Design
Melanie  Allen, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
Ray Sperl, Technology Coordinator
Award Entry:
C-I Schools Website
Centennial ISD 12, Circle Pines, Minnesota
Submitted by: Krista Bergert, Director, Public Information & Community Outreach
Award Entry:
Centennial ISD12 Website Redesign
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Trumansburg Central School District Website
CiTi BOCES, Mexico, New York
Submitted by: CiTi PR, Public Relations
Award Entry:
Marcellus CSD Website
Community Consolidated School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois
Submitted by: Jennifer Bova, Director of Community Relations
Dan Chianelli, Technology and Digital Media Specialist
Award Entry:
District and Schools Website Redesign
Cook County School District 104, Summit, Illinois
Submitted by: Taylor Garay, PR/Media Specialist
Award Entry:
Cook County School District 104 Website Design
Croton-Harmon Union Free School District, Croton-on-Hudson, New York
Submitted by: Gregory Cavalieri, Technology/Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Croton-Harmon’s New Website: What School Can Be
Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Evanston, Illinois
Submitted by: Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Melissa Messinger, Chief Communications Officer
Stacey  Elliott, District Webmaster
Hannah Dillow, Communications Specialist
Kamika Onwukwe, Multimedia Specialist
Award Entry:
Evanston/Skokie School District 65 Website
Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Jill Leonard, Community Engagement Specialist
Bonnie Berzonski, Coordinator of Communications
Award Entry:
Fox Chapel Area School District Website
Hampton City Schools, Hampton, Virginia
Submitted by: Kellie Goral, Executive Director of PR & Marketing
Award Entry:
Join Our Team (Splash Page)
Harris County Department of Education, Houston, Texas
Submitted by: Oliver Dyke, Web Content Coordinator
Award Entry:
Harris County Department of Education Website
Lakeland Central School District, Shrub Oak, New York
Submitted by: Heather Novak, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Lakeland CSD Equity For All Website
Mahopac Central School District, Mahopac, New York
Submitted by: Daniel O'Reilly, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Mahopac Central School District Website
North Penn School District, Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Submitted by: Bob Gillmer, Coordinator of Communications Media
Award Entry:
Re-Imagine NPHS Website
Oak Harbor Public Schools, Oak Harbor, Washington
Submitted by: Sarah Foy, Communications Officer
Lisa Jones, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Oak Harbor Public Schools Website Launch
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Utica, New York
Submitted by: Jean Palmer, Supervisor of Communications and Printing Services
Brian Hauser, Webmaster
Award Entry:
Sauquoit Valley Website Re-Design / Re-Platform
Rich Township H.S. District 227, Matteson, Illinois
Submitted by: Matthew Shank, Director of Athletics, Activities, & Public Relations
Tammy Gunby, Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Relations
Stephen Walker, District Webmaster
Award Entry:
Rich Township High School District 227 Website
Santa Cruz City Schools, Santa Cruz, California
Submitted by: Sam Rolens, Chief of Communication and Community Engagement
Award Entry:
Gault Elementary
Southern Westchester BOCES, Harrison, New York
Submitted by: Brian Howard, Director of Communications
Award Entry:
Southern Westchester BOCES website redesign
Troy City School District (NY), Troy, New York
Submitted by: Jason Laz, Communications Specialist
Award Entry:
Troy CSD Careers Page

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