Recognizing a NYSPRA member who is helping to advance the school public relations profession by serving as a mentor to colleagues.
Award Deadline for 2026 Award
Nominations must be submitted on or before Friday, November 13, 2026. The award winner will be notified in the winter of 2026 and recognized at the 2027 NYSPRA Annual Conference in March.
Criteria
The nominee:
- Is a current NYSPRA member in good standing.
- Demonstrates a commitment to mentoring and supporting school communications professionals.
- Shares knowledge, expertise and professional guidance with colleagues.
- Encourages professional growth and development within the profession.
- Serves as a trusted resource, advisor and advocate for fellow communicators.
- Makes meaningful contributions to strengthening the school public relations profession through mentorship and leadership.
Nomination Process
Nominations may be made by anyone. An individual may submit more than one nomination; however, each nomination must include its own specific set of nomination materials and nomination form.
To nominate someone:
- Submit an application using the Official Nomination Form.
- Write a narrative outlining how the person or organization has met the award’s criteria.
- The submission may include supporting documentation. That can include up to 10 pages including, but not limited to, data demonstrating the nominee’s effectiveness in meeting the award criteria, samples of the nominee’s communications work, measures of effectiveness, and letters of support.
- Each nomination will be confirmed by a personal response via email. Please send an email if you do not receive a reply acknowledging receipt within 48 hours.
