Missouri School Public Relations Association (MOSPRA)

06/15/2026

MOSPRA Members: Please consider the request below. Several of these PRSA members help MOSPRA with judging.

We Need Your Help: Join Us in Judging the Southern Public Relations Federation Awards!

We’re excited to share a meaningful volunteer opportunity for our chapter. PRSA Nationals has paired us with the Southern Public Relations Federation to assist in judging their prestigious annual awards—and we need experienced professionals like you.
If you’re willing to review and score entries from their program, please reach out to Susan Seilnacht at [email protected] with your name and email address no later than June 25.

Judging will take place roughly July 1–31 and can be completed on your own schedule. We need at least 20 judges, though we would welcome even more. This is a great way to give back to the profession while gaining fresh ideas and inspiration for your own work.

Bonus for APRs: Judging is an excellent way to earn credits toward APR renewal. If you’re considering the APR or simply want a refresher on RPIE and other core concepts, this is a valuable hands‑on opportunity.

Thank you for helping uphold professional excellence and making this year’s awards a success.

Send a message to learn more

06/09/2026

We're Hiring! The Lindbergh Schools Foundation is looking for a Foundation Support Specialist to join our team!

This full-time position provides direct support to the Foundation Director and serves as the primary administrative support for the Lindbergh Schools Foundation. We're seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented individual to assist with communications, donor records, event coordination, and day-to-day Foundation operations. If you're passionate about supporting students, educators, and the Lindbergh community, we'd love to hear from you.

Who We're Looking For: A highly organized, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and customer service skills who enjoys building relationships, managing projects, and making a difference through nonprofit work.

To view the full job description and apply, visit: https://lindbergh.schoolspring.com/ (Job ID #5761697)

05/15/2026

Normandy Schools Collaborative has an opening for Multimedia Specialist. https://normandy.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5704174

05/08/2026

It’s School Communicators Day! For professionals who spend so much time celebrating others in their districts, today is your day to take a well-deserved bow. And while you’re at it, show some appreciation for your fellow school communicators, too!

One way MOSPRA is celebrating our member districts is by offering a FREE submission to the Communication Awards Program. Entries will be judged by school public relations professionals and communication experts from across the country, with valuable feedback provided for every submission.

Visit this link for more details and entry instructions. https://www.mospra.org/awards/communications-awards-program

Again, thank you for everything you do to support the students, staff, families, and communities you serve!

05/07/2026

Congratulations to Jennifer Jolls and her team at Francis Howell School District (FHSD), and to the Nixa Public Schools, for being featured in School CEO Magazine. Francis Howell's "Citizens In Our Schools" program and Nixa's’ "One Nixa" community classes are great examples school communicators can "Admire and Acquire."

As communities age and birth rates fall, districts need new ways to build trust and support. See how two districts engaged residents without kids, turning community members into advocates and volunteers.

05/05/2026

The Francis Howell School District has an opening for Communications Manager. https://www.applitrack.com/fhsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Communications

05/01/2026

The Columbia Public Schools has an opening for Communications Manager
https://columbia.schoolspring.com?jobid=5677650

04/30/2026

From our Kansas friends:

Chief Communications Officer
Leavenworth USD 453

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Early submission is encouraged, as the posting may close without notice once a candidate is selected. Desired start date is July 1, 2026.

More info: https://leavenworth453.schoolspring.com/

04/30/2026

The 2026 MOSPRA Communication Awards Program will officially open Friday, May 1! This is your opportunity to get expert feedback on your work in school communications, and to bring recognition of excellence in communications, marketing and public relations to your department and district.

First entry is FREE!
For the first time, MOSPRA is offering members to enter their first submission at no cost. Additional entries are $35/each. (Note -- One free entry per district.)

Among the categories:
Newsletter
Video (One-Person)
Video (Multi-Person)
Marketing Materials/Magazine/Special Purpose Publication
Social Media
Writing
Photography/Photo Series
Infographic
Calendar
Golden Achievement Award (2 categories: 1-person shop and multi-person department)

Entry window: May 1 – August 7, 2026

Entries must have been published after July 1, 2025 and on or before June 30, 2026.

VISIT THIS LINK TO LEARN MORE! https://www.mospra.org/awards/communications-awards-program

04/21/2026

South Central Region Movers and Shakers
Thank you to the following South Central Region members who recently presented an NSPRA virtual learning session:

Marci Orr
Marci Orr, APR, director of communications, Mexico School District #59 (Mo.)
Board Communications: Module 5 of NSPRA Academy's Superintendents Track


Kristyn Cathey
Kristyn Cathey, APR, chief of communications and public relations, Alief Independent School District (Texas)
RPIE Part III: Implementation: Module 5 of the Spring 2026 APR Cohort


Lori Buselt and Raquel Greer
Lori Buselt, executive director of communications, and Raquel Greer, Ed.D., superintendent of Maize Unified School District 266 (Kan.)
A Collaborative Approach to District Communication: Module 3 of the Leadership in School Communication program


Sheba Clarke and Stephanie Smith
Sheba Clarke, APR, public relations director at Grandview C-4 School District (Mo.) and Stephanie Smith, APR, director of public relations for Fort Osage School District (Mo.)
Special Member Webinar: Adding the RPIE Process to Job Descriptions
▶️ Stream On-Demand on NSPRA Plus


Jessica Duff
Jessica Duff, APR, co-founder, SheSpeaks Communications (Ark.)
RPIE Part IV: Evaluation: Module 6 of the Spring 2026 APR Cohort



Nydia Natividad
Nydia Natividad, director of media and communications, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD (Texas)
Expanding Communication Capacity: Module 6 of NSPRA Academy's Superintendents Track


Janaca Scherer
Janaca Scherer, communications director, Special School District of St. Louis County (Mo.)
Mini Lab Webinar: ADA Title II and Digital Accessibility
▶️ Stream On-Demand on NSPRA Plus


Julie Thannum
Julie Thannum, APR, senior strategist, CESO (Texas)
Special Member Webinar: Hiring Through the RPIE Lens
▶️ Stream On-Demand on NSPRA Plus

If you know an NSPRA member in the South Central Region who deserves recognition, email me at [email protected]!