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06/16/2026

LAST CHANCE to register for the summer drive-in PD event! Join your school PR colleagues on Thursday, June 25 at the MELG Building in Lansing for an outstanding learning opportunity that will help you "Soup up your videos" and give you a chance to hear from State Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko. The session runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You'll also have the opportunity to network and share scenario-based communication strategies during this interactive learning session. Now that school is out of session, use this time to strengthen your skills! Register by Wednesday, June 17! https://www.mspra.org/events/summer-drive-in/

05/08/2026

School communicators ROCK! Happy School Communicators Day, May 8, 2026.

05/07/2026

Karen Heath, Director of Communications and Public Relations at Berrien RESA, highlights MSPRA’s culture of collaboration, where members freely share resources, encourage one another, and stay focused on what matters most: supporting students.

05/01/2026

Each year, MSPRA honors the professionals who are positively impacting public education through strategic communication efforts, as well as the best work in school public relations. As a member, Michigan school communications professionals may submit their best work from the 2025-26 school year for the opportunity to win various awards of recognition. Learn more about the awards, eligibility, application expectations and requirements at https://www.mspra.org/awards/

04/24/2026

MSPRA receives rewards for earning a NSPRA Mark of Distinction award as well as the large number of NSPRA members we have. This year, MSPRA received four rewards for our members:
Two $200 coupons for the NSPRA Seminar - Awarded!
One complimentary non-member registration for a NSPRA PR Power Hour, Leaders Learn or Mini Labs webinar
One digital copy of the latest issue of Rubrics of Practice and Suggested Measures
One complimentary NSPRA professional-level membership for a new NSPRA member.
Would you like to earn any of these benefits? If yes, fill out this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8c-Q-oLK-b-P-ffi2ixzUlkZ2c10Ij1gnjvJtx1_AhCKjYg/viewform?usp=dialog

The MSPRA Board will conduct a raffle to award the winners.
Reminder: The application window will close on April 29th.

04/20/2026

Happy Monday! News recently released indicates that the Department Of Justice is extending the ADA Title II deadline by an additional year for all covered entities.

The compliance date for State and local government entities with a total population of 50,000 or more is extended from April 24, 2026, to April 26, 2027. The compliance date for entities with a total population of less than 50,000 is extended from April 26, 2027, to April 26, 2028.

We are so grateful for this additional time to ensure our digital resources are truly inclusive. Let’s use this extra year wisely! Progress, not perfection!
While the deadline has shifted, our commitment to accessibility has not. It is a marathon, not a sprint!

04/17/2026

Save the Date for Your Regional Membership Meeting

MSPRA members, mark your calendars to join a great virtual gathering with local school communicators.
5 - Southeast (purple) » Tue., Apr. 28, 2026, at noon
2 - Western (green) » Wed., May 13, 2026, at noon
4 - Central (red) » Wed., May 13, 2026, at noon
1 & 3 - Northern & UP, Northeast (yellow & blue) » Fri., May 15, 2026, at noon

Not a member yet? Learn more about the benefits of membership at https://www.mspra.org/

04/09/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN!

Ready to boost your videos, even if you’re short on time, staff or resources? Looking for ADA compliance tips? Want to hear from the State Superintendent? Join us on June 25 for the MSPRA Summer Drive-in Conference at the MELG Building in Lansing!

This all-day, in-person event, “Soup up your Videos; Hear from the State Supt” kicks off with Lights, Camera, Connection: Using Film to Strengthen School Communications, followed by tips for Tackling new ADA Compliance Audio and Video requirements. After lunch, we’ll exchange insights with fellow school comms pros on 5 different scenarios in an interactive session called: What would you do? And, finally, we’ll hear from Michigan’s new State Superintendent Glenn M. Maleyko, Ph.D.

Registration ends: 06/17/2026 or when seats are filled. Don’t miss out! Learn more on the MSPRA website: https://www.mspra.org/events/summer-drive-in/

03/06/2026

Mentors Rock!
There are times in life where people come along and make a lasting impact on you. For me, this is Gerri Allen, Executive Director of Michigan School Relations Association. She has been a mentor to me and a true friend. She is always the first one to check on me when she has a hunch work life is getting tough. She is the most kind and generous soul and a light in every room. And, she is a brilliant professional. I love her so much as a colleague but I love her more as a friend!

03/05/2026

Our MSPRA network is just bursting with new ideas, new ways to connect and a plethora of resources. Beyond the BAYsics: Connecting our Communities is delivering as promised! Awesome PD for School PR. Thanks to all our presenters for a great first day! Looking forward to what tomorrow brings!

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1001 Centennial Way
Lansing, MI
48917

Telephone

(517) 327-5910

Website

http://www.mspra.org/

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