Mark of Distinction Chapter Recognition Program

The Mark of Distinction chapter recognition program offers multiple recognition opportunities for NSPRA chapters of all sizes. There are two entry sections: membership building and special focus areas. Each eligible chapter can enter for one or all of the special focus areas as well as for membership building.

Through the program, recognized "exemplary chapters" have an opportunity to receive incentives such as free professional-level NSPRA memberships, discounts on Seminar and pre-Seminar workshop registrations, and more. (Prize packages are valued at $89 to nearly $700!) Recognized chapters also can use the Mark of Distinction logo, naming them as an exemplary chapter, on their chapters' print publications and digital platforms. 

Learn more about the criteria, requirements and incentives for Mark of Distinction chapters.

Submit an entry for 2022 using the new online application form. Entries are due by Friday, May 27.

2021 Mark of Distinction Chapter Recognition Awards for Exemplary Chapters

Membership Building

• Kansas School Public Relations Association (KanSPRA)

Special Focus Area: Coalition Building/Collaborative Communication Efforts

• Michigan School Public Relations Association (MSPRA) - Return to School Communication Toolkit

Special Focus Area: Professional Development/PR Skill Building

• Georgia School Public Relations Association (GSPRA) - Monthly Webinar Series
• Indiana School Public Relations Association (INDSPRA) - Virtual Support and Professional Learning Network
• Kansas School Public Relations Association (KanSPRA) - KanSPRA Connect
• Michigan School Public Relations Association (MSPRA) - Virtual Annual Conference, Fall Drive-in Conference and Summer Idea Hours
• New York School Public Relations Association (NYSPRA) - Speaker Series, Virtual Panel Discussions, Communications Awards, Social Media and Email Engagement
• North Carolina School Public Relations Association (NCSPRA) - Communications Response and Support (Various Programs)
• Washington School Public Relations Association (WSPRA) - Virtual Professional Development 2020-21

Special Focus Area: Special PR/Communication Program, Project or Campaign

• Illinois School Public Relations Association (INSPRA) - Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Task Force

View past Mark of Distinction award winners.