Hemlock Public School District is proud to announce that it has been honored with six prestigious awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). These awards recognize excellence in publications, digital media, and public relations projects, underscoring the district's commitment to effective communication and engagement.
Superintendent Don Killingbeck expressed his pride, saying, "We are immensely proud to be recognized by the National School Public Relations Association for our team's outstanding communication efforts. Special recognition goes to our Communication Specialist, Joy McMillan, and our team for their exemplary work. These accolades reflect our team's creativity and impact in connecting, informing, and inspiring every member of our school family."
The 2024 NSPRA Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards program received a record number of entries this year, subjecting Hemlock's communications team to rigorous evaluation by school PR experts from across the country. After a thorough review and stringent criteria, Hemlock Public School District emerged as a standout, receiving recognition in multiple categories.
The NSPRA awards bestowed upon the district are as follows:
Infographic (Award of Excellence): HPSD At-A-Glance
Special Purpose (Award of Excellence): 2024 HPSD Strategic Plan
Marketing Materials (Award of Excellence): The ‘Search No Further’ Billboard
Video (Award of Merit): Graduation Walkthrough 2023
Social Media (Award of Merit): The #SchoolSweethearts Series
Video Series (Honorable Mention): Hemlock’s Carpool Karaoke
Board President Matt Wesener notes, "At Hemlock Public School District, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of communication. Our focus is always on delivering the best information and outcomes for our students, staff, and families. This recognition from the National School Public Relations Association is a testament to our ongoing dedication to excellence in all facets of our district’s outreach and engagement."
The team at Hemlock Public School District extends its gratitude to NSPRA for their consistent support of effective school public relations and for this significant recognition. Joy McMillan, the district’s Communications Specialist, expressed her delight, stating, “I am thrilled and humbled by this national recognition. These six awards speak to the incredible creativity and dedication of our team, the accomplishments of our students, and the strength and beauty of this community. We remain committed to celebrating our students and staff by sharing the inspiring stories of our Huskie family.”
Hemlock Public School District remains committed to providing consistent communication in the best mediums possible for our stakeholders. These awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) are an affirmation of the work we do here every day.
The 2024 award winners will be recognized at the Annual NSPRA Conference in Bellevue, Washington, in July 2024.