Candice Grose, chief of communications for Portland Public Schools in Oregon, shares a powerful reflection on identity, voice and how a teacher’s belief helped transform personal storytelling into a lifelong calling.

Drawing on the work of Carter G. Woodson, NSPRA Vice President of Diversity Engagement Janine Thorn reflects on identity, history and why inclusive storytelling in schools still matters today.

Each November, school communications offices across the country work to recognize Native American Heritage Month. That concern is valid and commendable. Good intentions matter. Thoughtful communication about Native people is possible and appreciated when it’s approached with care, accuracy and relationship.

As Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 draws to a close, Immediate Past President Heidi Vega, APR, reflects on her tenure as the organization's first Latina president.

2025 CALSPRA Communicator of the Year and NSPRA National Communicator of the Year Finalist Anakaren Cárdenas Ureño reflects on Hispanic Heritage Month and the power of human-centered school PR.