Queensbury Union Free School District has been recognized by the New York School Public Relations Association in its annual communications contest.
More than 45 communications professionals from across the country served as judges to evaluate the 472 entries in this year's contest. About 144 awards will be presented for outstanding work in school communications.
Queensbury UFSD won an award for excellence in photography. The photograph depicted a student participating in the William H. Barton Intermediate School’s annual AirBand lip-syncing contest.
In the photograph, a student dressed in a shimmering gold jacket waving blue and gold pom-poms strikes a triumphant pose with arms outstretched, capturing the excitement and spirit of the beloved event.
Fellow performers in matching outfits mirror the high-energy routine in the background, while vibrant stage lighting enhances the lively atmosphere. The image showcases the creativity, confidence and teamwork that make AirBand a fun and memorable school tradition.
Public Information Specialist Gretta Hochsprung took the award-winning photograph.
“Gretta does a fantastic job capturing the stories of our district through her photography,” said Superintendent of Schools Kyle Gannon.
Hochsprung will accept the NYSPRA award at the NYSPRA Spring Conference in March. NYSPRA, a state chapter of the National School Public Relations Association, is a non-profit membership organization that serves school communications professionals and administrators in New York State.