Awards

Hemlock, MI - The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) has recognized Hemlock Public School District for excellence in Publications and Digital Media. Hemlock's multifaceted communication strategy has been acknowledged with three prestigious awards and an honorable mention.

Superintendent Killingbeck expressed his pride, stating, "These honors reflect the dedication, innovation, and spirit of our entire Hemlock Public School District family. Our collective commitment to excellence is on display in every award, every piece of content, and every achievement. We are proud of this national recognition, but most importantly, we are proud of the stories these accolades tell about our exceptional students, our devoted staff, and our vibrant community."

The NSPRA recognized the following submissions from Hemlock Public School District:

  • The compelling "Hemlock is #LessLame" video by Principal Joshua Chase.

  • The fun and informative “OTS 5.3: Holiday Special Edition” video crafted by Superintendent Don Killingbeck, and starring Jeremiah Allen, the “Cooking Custodian”.

  • The comprehensive “2023 Hemlock Branding Guide” skillfully designed by Communications Specialist Joy McMillan.

  • The dynamic “Hemlock Girls Basketball | State Champions 2023” video created by Communications Specialist Joy McMillan.

Board President Matt Wesener notes, “These awards attest to the unique, national-level achievements of our district. I'm immensely proud of the staff, students, and community members who make Hemlock truly outstanding.”

The awards are indicative of the diligent and innovative work of the entire Hemlock team. Joy McMillan, the District Communications Specialist, expressed her gratitude, stating, “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our staff, far beyond just our communications team. From our custodians to our principals, we all get to play an active part in telling the unique stories of Hemlock Public School District in creative and compelling ways. It has been an honor and delight to be part of this journey and to showcase our remarkable students, staff, and community.”

Hemlock Public School District remains committed to providing consistent communication in the best mediums possible for our stakeholders. These awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) are an affirmation of the work we do here every day. 

For more information about this or other positive happenings at Hemlock Public School District visit us on the web at hemlockps.com or give us a call at (989) 642-5282.