School Bell Award 2026
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Eligible: News media professionals
This award recognizes exceptional work by news media professionals who support the philosophy of ISTA and public education. Eligible nominees include newspapers, broadcast and radio as well as individual reporters with the entry submission having been published/aired during the 12-month period preceding the March 1 deadline. Nominations must be made by an individual member through your local association president or District Council chairperson. One nomination each may be submitted for newspaper, broadcast and radio.
Nomination deadline is March 1 with the award presentation to be scheduled at an ISTA event, to be determined by the ISTA President. The Issues and Concerns Committee communications subcommittee will evaluate the nominations and make recommendations based on accuracy, objectivity, depth of reporting and the submission’s contribution to public education and/or school employee advocacy.
Questions? Contact John O’Neal.