Unrest and fear caused by recent federal immigration enforcement actions have impacted many school communities and the work of school communicators to support their students, families and staff.

Each year, we invite every member to consider stepping forward as an NSPRA volunteer, contributing to the growth and impact of your association.

Nominations for the 2026 Barry Gaskins Mentor Legacy Award, Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award, NSPRA Presidents Award and Learning and Liberty Legacy Leaders Recognition are now open.

Thirty leaders from school systems across the United States were selected for the 2025-26 honor, which recognizes innovative superintendents in their first five years for outstanding leadership in fostering meaningful, two-way communication and strengthening community engagement.

Join NSPRA and colleagues from across the United States, Canada and beyond for NSPRA 2026, the premier professional learning experience for school communicators, superintendents and education leaders.