May 6, 2023 — Congratulations to our Chardon Schools Communications Director Kelly Misch on earning THREE 2023 Mark of Excellence Awards from the Ohio Schools Public Relations Association this year in the categories of Social Media, Writing, and e-Newsletter!
Each year, OHSPRA honors individuals, school districts and others for their outstanding contributions in school communications.
A participating member of OHSPRA, Mrs. Misch was presented with the 2023 awards at the association's annual spring conference held on April 27 in Westerville, Ohio:
- SOCIAL MEDIA — Mark of Excellence Award 2023
Chardon Schools Facebook page
The District Facebook page shares school and district news several times each day throughout the calendar year and has amassed over 3,200 followers in the four years since Mrs. Misch’s hiring in 2019.
- WRITING — Mark of Excellence Award 2023
"Volunteerism and Generosity Pump Up Heart Day"
A December 13, 2022 news article covering the Chardon Middle School "Heart Day" educational event.
- e-NEWSLETTER — Mark of Excellence Award 2023
Hilltopper Happenings
The District's staff newsletter, which launched this past fall and has had a very positive reception among Hilltopper staff.
Mrs. Misch stated, "Chardon Schools is proud to have its communications work recognized with honors from nationally recognized OHSPRA. We are committed to delivering high-caliber communications to our valued school community and ensuring open lines and ease of connection to our news."
The District’s Topper Talk community e-Newsletter is also an award-winning publication, garnering an OHSPRA Mark of Excellence Award in 2022!
OHSPRA comprises education public relations professionals, administrators, and school personnel who work within school communications. The mission of OHSPRA includes facilitating support for school districts' comprehensive communications, public relations, and marketing efforts.
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