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Join colleagues from across the United States, Canada and beyond for the NSPRA 2025 National Seminar on July 20-23 at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., for the largest communications-focused professional development event for school public relations professionals, superintendents and education leaders!
Click the Register button below and select "ATTENDEE." Then, enter the attendee's email address associated with their NSPRA membership account.
Register for NSPRA 2025
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Click the Register button below and select "ATTENDEE." Then, enter the attendee's email address associated with their NSPRA user account. If the attendee does not have an NSPRA user account, please create a login at https://www.nspra.org/Create-Account NOTE: Creating a login does NOT require NSPRA membership.
Or, become a member of NSPRA today and save up to $150 on Seminar registration! Your membership dues will practically pay for itself. And, if you're already a member of a state/regional SPRA Chapter of NSPRA, you can also take advantage of special membership rates. Navigate to our membership page and click "Join."
NOTE: A 3% surcharge applies to payments made with a credit or debit card.
Save on Full Seminar Registration With Special Discounts
Superintendent + Communication Pro Combo: When a superintendent registers first, they will receive a $300 discount code for a district communication professional to use.
Multi-person Communication Team Rates: Register multiple attendees from the same district/organization and save $70 per additional person—just click 'Add Additional Attendees' at checkout.
Guest Registration: Guest registration is available for attendees who would like to bring a guest, spouse, partner, family member, etc. of any age (with the exception of nursing infants, who do not require a guest pass) to Seminar networking and reception events. The guest registration fee helps offset some of the cost of the refreshments, entertainment, activities and facilities enjoyed by registered attendees' guests.
Guest/Spouse/Partner**
$150
NSPRA Member
$325
$650
Non-Member
$380
$760
For additional information, please review the Frequently Asked Questions below.
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If your question is not answered below, please reach out to NSPRA at seminar@nspra.org or at 301-519-0496. For Hotel Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
What forms of payment are accepted?
The Seminar registration system accepts credit and debit card payments (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) and Purchase Orders (PO). The PO number and a PDF of the PO must be uploaded at the time of registration. A 3% surcharge applies to payments made with a credit or debit card.
What is your cancellation policy for Seminar registrations?
All cancellation requests for Seminar registrations must be submitted to seminar@nspra.org for approval. Cancellation fees help offset administrative costs for the Seminar and are as follows:
Do I need to wait to register for the Seminar if I applied to present a session or applied for a Seminar scholarship?
No, you do not need to wait. If you’ve applied to be a speaker or for a scholarship, there’s no need to wait to register for the Seminar as required in previous years. Register as soon as registration opens to take advantage of Early Bird rates or whenever you are ready. Please note that if selected for a scholarship, recipients will be refunded for registration fees as applicable to their award.
How do I make a hotel room reservation for the Seminar?
Please visit the Hotel & Travel page.
Are attendee substitutions permitted?
All substitution requests must be submitted to seminar@nspra.org for approval. Substitutions will only be considered if the substitute is from the same organization:
What food and beverages are served during the Seminar?
What does Guest Registration include, and why is there a $150 fee?
Guest Registration ($150) is available for family members or other guests who are not participating in professional sessions but want to attend select communal and celebratory events with a registered attendee. It includes access to:
Sunday’s Annual Meeting and Celebration of Achievement
Sunday’s Opening Reception/Gala
The Seminar Marketplace
Continental breakfasts on Monday and Tuesday
The fee reflects a portion of the actual per-person costs for food, venue and audio-visual services associated with these events. Guest fees are part of NSPRA’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality conferences in a financially sustainable and equitable way.
Are any complimentary guest passes available?
Yes. To honor our top individual award winners, NSPRA provides the following honorees with a limited number of complimentary guest passes for the Tuesday General Session where they are being recognized:
Can I have a guest drop into Monday's General Session during the School Communicator of the Year award presentation, then leave before the keynote speaker?
We understand that friends and family may want to be present to see someone they know recognized during the School Communicator of the Year (SCOY) chapter winner presentation. While SCOY finalists are welcome to bring a guest as part of their recognition (see above), we’re unfortunately not able to accommodate additional guests or guests of non-finalists in the General Session. To ensure a smooth experience for everyone and meet required security protocols, only registered Seminar participants with badges may attend. Thank you for your understanding!
Can I purchase a guest ticket just for the Opening Reception and Gala instead of the full Guest Registration?
À la carte guest tickets for individual events, such as the Opening Reception/Gala, are not available for purchase. Attendees who would like to bring a guest to the Opening Reception and Gala and other select events should purchase a Guest Registration ($150), which includes access to:
This bundled approach allows NSPRA to provide meaningful value for guests while also managing event logistics, security protocols and overall costs effectively.
What is the dress code for the Seminar?
Most attendees wear business casual attire during Seminar sessions. This year's Opening Reception and Gala, in partnership with Finalsite, on Sunday evening is formal optional—from black tie to business casual or relaxed attire, you pick your preferred style.
How do I let NSPRA know if I need special accommodations for a physical disability?
Please contact the Seminar Manager, Colleen Lewallen, CMP, at clewallen@nspra.org.
How can I join the online conversation about the NSPRA 2025 National Seminar?
On Facebook, join the NSPRA National Seminar Facebook group. On X or Instagram, use #NSPRA2025 to follow and join in an online conversation about the Seminar.