NSPRA is governed by an Executive Board, responsible for setting strategic direction, upholding NSPRA’s mission, and ensuring the association continues to serve its members and the field of school communication effectively.

Four of the board positions are up for election in 2026. In accordance with NSPRA Bylaws:

• If a race is uncontested, the Executive Board may affirm the candidate by acclamation during the Annual Meeting at the NSPRA 2026 National Seminar in July.

• Elections for any contested positions will be conducted in August, with voting open to all professional members in good standing.

• Terms for newly elected board members will begin on October 1, 2026.

Meet the candidates running for each office:

	President-elect Candidate Curtis Campbell Director of Communications Edmonds (Wash.) School District
	Vice President for Diversity Engagement Candidate  Shayla Cannady Chief Communications Officer Chiefs for Change
	South Central Region Vice President Candidate Danielle Clark, APR Chief Communications Officer Harris County (Texas) Department of Education
	North Central Region Vice President Candidate  Mike Schoemer Communications Specialist ISD 728 - Elk River Area (Minn.) Schools