ASPRA*tion Awards Luncheon

A record 309 entries for the 2025 ASPRA*Tions Awards led to one of the largest award celebrations in ASPRA history! Districts from all over the state convened at the Arizona Broadway Theatre to celebrate school public relations professionals and their hard work. A total of 211 entries were awarded with Merit or Excellence. Congratulations to all award-winners. A special congratulations to the following:

ASPRA School Communicator of the Year:

Joseph Ortiz, Tolleson Union

ASPRA Rising Star:

Ramiro Alvarez, Pendergast Elementary School District

Superintendent for Contributions to Public Relations:

 Dr. Betsy Hargrove, Avondale School District

Governing Board for Contributions to Public Relations:

Florence Unified School District

Copper Medallion Awards:

Peoria Unified School District
Kyrene School District
Arizona School Board Association

 

ASPRA members may view all past award winners and entries through the membership portal on our website.