OHSPRA and OSBA are teaming up once again to provide a virtual Fall Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. You won't want to miss these timely and information-packed sessions as your communication conundrums are de-mystified!
We are excited to have these workshop features:
School Board and Levy Campaigns
During this portion of the virtual workshop, Sara Clark, OSBA's chief legal counsel, will discuss guidelines for communication professionals about requests to work with candidates on their school board campaigns and navigating the newly released guidelines from the Auditor of State regarding levy campaigning. During her presentation, Sara will provide an overview of the guidelines, practical applications and answers to questions specific to workshop attendees’ own situations.
Finding and Disseminating Positive Stories and Keeping Stakeholders Engaged
If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em! OHSPRA “Best-of-the-Best” Award-winning communications pro, Dan Rajkovich, runs his Communications & Marketing Department at Fairview Park City School District like a newsroom. He collects information on the positive news in his district, writes his own stories, and publishes the articles where he knows his stakeholders are reading. Join Dan as he shares how this approach helps him to not only stay “in the know” on positive stories across his district, but also keep his stakeholders engaged in what’s happening in his schools. Dan will provide samples of his award-winning work and data to back up that it’s working!
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The OHSPRA Spring Conference agenda is now live on our website! View session times, speakers, and activities here.
Don't miss out on this jam-packed, two-day conference. Space is limited and we're already seeing a record number of registrations. If you haven't already, snag a spot and get ready to learn best practices, hear from seasoned PR pros, and connect with school communicators from around the state.
View OHSPRA Spring Conference Agenda
OHSPRA is excited to welcome Scott D. Henry as an OHSPRA Spring Conference keynote speaker.
From a self-described “incredible nerd” who was bullied as a kid; to a construction superintendent, TikTok sensation (with 1.5 million followers!), a contestant on CBS’s “Tough as Nails and husband, dad and stepdad as an adult; Scott D. Henry has evolved into a sought-after (if somewhat reluctant) motivational speaker, bringing his audiences from chuckles to tears to belly laughs as he spreads his message of positivity. Henry uses his own personal experiences to illustrate how taking the negatives we encounter and turning them around into a positive attitude can make all the difference in our personal and professional lives.
Join us for the 2023 OHSPRA Spring Conference at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel at 409 Altair Parkway in Westerville on April 27 and 28, 2023.
Additionally, we will celebrate the winners of this year's OHSPRA Achievement Awards and recognize the hard work that school public relations professionals do around the state.
Pricing:
At the February OHSPRA Board of Directors meeting, the board voted to streamline pricing for the 2023-2024 school year. As you begin preparing your budget for the following year, be sure to plan for these new prices:
1 Member: $100
2 Members: $175
3 Members: $250
4 Members: $325
5 Members: $400
6+ Members: $25 off each additional member
More information about membership and pricing for future conference and awards submissions can be found here.
Every other year, NSPRA's 35 Under 35 program recognizes professional and professional partner members who are making a difference for their school districts or education-related employers. Ohio was well represented this year as three of our members were selected for the 2022-23 class. Congratulations to:
Be sure to check your inboxes as NSPRA will recognize Olivia, Alexandra, and Kelsey with a profile piece in upcoming issues of its monthly Member Memo e-newsletter.
A room block is available at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel, call call +1 614-882-6800 or book online at this link https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1660837196586&key=GRP&app=resvlink
Registration is now open for OHSPRA's January Virtual Lunch and Learn. Join us on Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 12-1 p.m. for a power-hour of learning and networking.
Hear from members of the Indian School Public Relations Association (INDSPRA) about how to welcome a new superintendent to your district. Then, we'll show you around OHSPRA's new website and highlight the tools and features that will help make your membership even better.
This January Virtual Lunch and Learn is sponsored by Class Intercom and free for OHSPRA members only.
Register here: https://www.ohspra.org/events
We are proud to share more about one of our five 2022 PowerPRo recipients: Staci Adelman Vincent as she answered our slate of questions in her own words.
I have always enjoyed participating in the various conferences throughout the last decade-plus, and it has been a joy to meet so many fascinating colleagues from around the state who all offer inspirational ideas. Engaging with these colleagues as a Power Pro candidate was particularly memorable for me. We had spent the better part of the last two years in a two-dimensional world on Zoom, and now I had the unique opportunity to create multiple ice-breakers and getting-to-know-you sessions that allowed everyone to collaborate without feeling stuck in a box, literally and figuratively. The exchange of ideas at the Spring Conference is phenomenal; the professional development is amazing; and I always leave the conference feeling motivated and inspired with huge takeaways. I am so very grateful to all who volunteer their time and effort to be a part of the Board and offer such a wonderful range of experiences for all of the OHSPRA members. I am honored to be a part of this incredible organization.
OHSPRA is planning our 2023 Spring Conference and we're seeking sponsors! Check out the full menu of sponsorship levels on our website!
Know of a great vendor partner we should contact? Please forward the company name, primary contact email and phone number to Cristina Capretta at ccapretta@bereaschools.org. If you send us contact info and the vendor signs on as a sponsor, you will win extra OHSPRA swag at the Spring Conference!
We love our Ohio PR community! Have you ever thought of expanding your reach further than Ohio? Grow your professional community, expand your knowledge, learn best practices and more by joining National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). Reap the benefits of belonging to OHSPRA and NSPRA! Become a Chapter + National member today!
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