GCPS’ Engagement team earns 10 NSPRA awards
The Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Engagement Team earned 10 awards in the 2025 National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) awards program, including four writing recognitions, five honors for in-house video productions, and one award for the newly revamped GCPS website. These awards commend the team's commitment and enthusiasm for illuminating the daily effort and success stories taking place in Gwinnett classrooms.
Each year, NSPRA celebrates communications professionals who highlight the inspiring strides in school public relations and public education. GCPS’ 10 awards stand as a confirmation of the team’s hard work and commitment. “These honors are a powerful reflection of the creativity, collaboration, and passion our Engagement Team brings to every story we tell,” shares Chief Engagement Officer Melissa Laramie. “Whether it’s a 60-second snapshot or an in-depth feature, our goal is always the same—to spotlight the incredible people and moments that make Gwinnett County Public Schools so special. I’m proud of our team and grateful for the opportunity to share our district’s story with authenticity and heart.”
The following awards were earned by GCPS:
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Writing: College and Career Readiness: Fine Arts Organizations, Teach STEM Africa
Website: Gwinnett County Public Schools Website
Video (Produced in-house): 2025 CTAE Students of the Year
Video (Produced in-house): GCPS Impacts Lives
Video Series (Produced in-house): 2024-25 Blueprint in Action Series: High-Impact Implementation Areas
- Video 1 – JonesDash Delivering Skills for Future Success
- Video 2 – Future Leaders in Formation - The GCPS JROTC Program
- Video 3 – Mountain View HS Engineering Program
AWARD OF MERIT
Writing: Communication in the Archer Cluster, Excellence in the Berkmar Cluster
Video (Produced in-house): Connected September 26, 2024
Video Series (Produced in-house): GCPS in :60