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NSPR Academy

Choose Your Academy Experience

Academy Signature Series

Go deeper. Lead further.

Immersive, cohort-based experiences that build advanced skills, deepen expertise and expand participants' professional networks.

Best for: Professionals seeking sustained learning, peer connection and deeper skill development.

Format:
Multi-month learning experiences

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Academy Focused Series

Focused learning. Practical impact.

Short, topical learning experiences designed to address timely challenges and provide ideas participants can apply immediately.

Best for: Professionals seeking targeted learning in a specific area.

Format:
Four-session learning series

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Academy Signature Series

Build advanced expertise through a guided learning experience that combines expert instruction, real-world application and meaningful connection.

School communication professional working at a laptop

New Professionals

Build a strong professional foundation while exploring the real-world skills and core topics essential to school communication.

September–May
Monthly virtual sessions
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Communication professionals reviewing a strategic plan

Strategic Communications

Designed for experienced professionals and district leaders ready to strengthen strategic thinking and approach communication as a leadership function.

Four extended sessions
Case studies, assignments and strategy exchanges
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Microphones prepared for a media briefing

Crisis Communications

Develop a practical framework for communicating before, during and after a crisis, with an emphasis on planning, trust and real-world application.

January–July
Interactive virtual sessions
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Aerial view of a small school district campus

Small District Superintendents

Navigate the distinct communication realities of small districts, including visibility, trust-building, board communication and community relationships.

September–May
Monthly virtual sessions
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What Makes the Signature Series Different?

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Cohort-Based Learning

Learn alongside a consistent group of peers and build lasting relationships over time.

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Advanced Skill Development

Move beyond introductory concepts through guided practice, discussion and application.

Real-World Expertise

Learn from experienced practitioners addressing today's school communication challenges.


Academy Focused Series

Choose a short, four-part learning series centered on a specific role, responsibility or communication challenge.

Regional Services

Strengthen communication across regions and multi-district partnerships.

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Solo Communicator

Build systems, manage competing demands and find support for doing it all.

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Workforce Communications

Strengthen employer branding, recruitment communication and staff engagement.

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Communication Team Leadership

Lead people, projects and priorities with greater clarity and purpose.

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Principals

Help school leaders communicate effectively with staff, families and their communities.

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Customer Service

Create consistent service and response practices across your organization.

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Family & Community Engagement

Build trust, strengthen relationships and create more meaningful engagement.

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Which Academy Experience Is Right for You?

Signature Series
Focused Series
Best for
Deeper development and sustained learning
Targeted learning around one topic
Experience
Immersive and cohort-based
Short and focused
Format
Multi-month series
Four-session series
Primary benefit
Build advanced expertise and a professional network
Gain practical strategies you can apply immediately

NSPRA Members Save

NSPRA members receive discounted registration for Academy Signature Series and Academy Focused Series programs.

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“NSPRA Academy changed my approach to the strategic communication planning process. I highly recommend enrolling!”

— Past NSPRA Academy Participant


"NSPRA Academy changed my approach to the strategic communication planning process. I highly recommend enrolling!"

- Past NSPRA Academy Participant



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