Save the Date for the
2026 ASPRA Summer Conference
June 7-9th at Little America Flagstaff
Submit a Proposal
Submit your Presentation proposals today!
Do you have a great topic to present at this year's conference?
The Arizona School Public Relations Association (ASPRA) annually requests proposals for presentations at its summer conference, which gathers professionals in public relations, communications, marketing, engagement, and public education.
The call for proposals occurs each year and will close at the end of February. Proposals submitted after February's end may not be considered until the following year. ASPRA's Vice Presidents of Programming will notify applicants if their proposal is accepted, with notifications anticipated by late February.
Presenting at the Summer Conference
The Arizona School Public Relations Association (ASPRA) annually requests proposals for presentations at its Summer Conference, which gathers professionals in public relations, communications, marketing, engagement, and public education.
The call for proposals occurs each year and closes at the end of January. Proposals submitted after January's end may not be considered until the following year. ASPRA's Vice Presidents of Programming will notify applicants if their proposal is accepted, with notifications anticipated by late February.
All presenters accepted through the call for proposals must register for the Seminar in order to present. However, registration is not required before submitting a proposal. ASPRA membership is also not required to submit a proposal. Multiple proposals may be submitted, but due to limited session capacity a maximum of one proposal per individual presenter will be accepted.
Vendor submissions are not accepted through the call for proposals. However, a school district or educational organization may submit a proposal with a vendor co-presenter if the presentation does not include a sales pitch.
For more information on vendor presentations, contact ASPRA’s Vice Presidents of Programming.
What proposals are perfect for the ASPRA Summer Conference
To help you decide on a presentation topic, consider these questions:
- What challenges has your profession recently faced?
- What strategies have you used in the past year to overcome those challenges?
- What unique professional insights can you share with others in your field?
Past attendees expressed interest in:
- Strategic Planning: For example, setting organizational direction, goals, and RPIE-based communications plans.
- Crisis Communications: Handling difficult situations, media relations, and protecting organizational reputation.
- Community Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with the community, stakeholders, and the public.
- Recruitment/Retention: Attracting and keeping talented employees.
- Social Media: Harnessing the power of social media for communication, outreach, and engagement.
- Website/Photography/Video: Improve online presence and visual communication skills.
- Internal Communications: Effective communication within the organization.
- Bond/Override Elections: Navigating the complexities of school finance and public support.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Applications and implications of AI in public relations work.
- Media Relations: Developing strong relationships with the media and effectively conveying messages.
- Alumni Relations: Staying connected with former students and leveraging their support.
- Event Planning: Organizing successful events.
- Governing Board Support: Working effectively with the governing board.
- Balancing New Leadership: Navigating leadership transitions and supporting new leaders.
What should my proposal focus on?
Each proposal should align with one of the the following focus areas:
- Career: Career path skills, knowledge, and resources.
- Chapters: Strategies, tactics, and training for state/regional SPRA chapter leaders.
- Engagement: Internal/external stakeholder engagement (research, strategies, programs, campaigns, activities).
- Ethics: PR/communication ethics and law.
- Leadership: PR/communication leadership (strategic counseling, reputation management, relationship building, organizational dynamics, mentoring, professional development).
- Marketing and Branding: Marketing and branding for school systems.
- RPIE: Research, planning, implementation, and evaluation, including strategies and tactics.
What is required as part of my proposal?
To be considered for the upcoming Summer Conference the following is required.
- Presenter contact information
- District/organization details
- Presentation experience
- Focus area and target audience
- Presentation title and description
- Presentation outline and methods
- Expected learning outcomes for attendees
Submit a Proposal
Please complete the following form in order to be considered for the ASPRA Summer Conference presentation series.
Register for the Conference
Book Your Room
Book your room at the Little America Hotel
Book your room before May 8, 2026, for discounted hotel rates. Hotel room rates for the summer conference block will be $180.00 plus tax per night for all standard room types available from June 7 through June 10, with a checkout date no later than June 11.
Little America Hotel
2515 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
To book your room, call Little America's reservation line at 1-800-352-4386 or
The Storybook Summit takes place in the beautiful Little America Inn and Conference Center. Main presentations and keynotes as well as breakout sessions will be located in Ballroom AB, Ballroom C, Spruce, and Aspen.
Hiking on the Hotel Property
Looking for something to do after the professional day?
The Little America Loop trail, located behind the hotel and conference center, is a short, easy, hike that starts directly from the Little America Hotel. This 2.3-mile loop offers a pleasant way to stretch your legs, adjust to Flagstaff's elevation, or simply enjoy some relaxed time in nature.
While it may not boast the dramatic scenic views of other Flagstaff trails, it provides a peaceful walk through the ponderosa pine forest, with opportunities to spot wildflowers and local wildlife like deer and elk. The trail is mostly a wide, smooth gravel surface with one steeper section. It's a popular choice for hotel guests looking for convenient access to the outdoors, and generally experiences light traffic, making it a serene escape.