At the NSPRA Seminar in New Orleans, Tove Tupper, APR, was named the 2026 NSPRA National School Communicator of the Year, one of the association’s highest individual honors.

What captured the attention of school communicators this year? From digital accessibility and school finance communication to member-exclusive benefits and professional development tools, these were the most-accessed NSPRA resources of the 2025-26 school year.

Four candidates are seeking election to the NSPRA Executive Board in 2026. Meet the candidates and learn more about the upcoming election process.

NSPRA  is proud to announce recipients of the 2026 National School Communication Awards! This year, districts and education organizations from across the country submitted work showcasing the creativity, strategy and impact of school communication professionals and education leaders.
 

This year, 29 outstanding professionals were nominated by their state or regional chapters for this national honor. To be eligible, each nominee was first recognized at the chapter level as a Communicator of the Year or equivalent.