Donovan Group Launches 2025-26 National Communications Academy
The Donovan Group is proud to announce the launch of Communications Academy I, a national professional learning opportunity designed for school and district leaders looking to strengthen their communication skills and expand their leadership impact.
This cohort-based course features nine recorded online sessions released monthly from September 2025 through April 2026, providing a flexible and practical learning experience that fits into even the busiest school leader’s schedule.
Tailored for K–12 Education Leaders
Led by a team of experienced former superintendents, principals, and school PR professionals, each session explores real-world strategies grounded in the unique challenges and opportunities of today’s education environment. Whether you’re new to school communications or looking to refresh your approach, this academy delivers timely, relevant insights and tools you can apply immediately in your district or school.
Course Highlights:
- Flexible, learn-at-your-own-pace format
- Monthly recorded sessions held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. CST (recordings are shared
- afterward)Peer connection and professional support
- Practical tools and templates to use right away
2025-26 Communications Academy I Schedule:
- September 10 – Basics of School Communication
- October 15 – Communications PlanningNovember 19 – Working with the Media
- December 17 – Social Media
- January 7 – Crisis Communication
- January 28 – Video Best Practices
- February 18 – Marketing and Branding
- March 18 – Internal Communication
- April 15 – Special Topics in School Communication
Each participant will need a LearnWorlds account to access the course materials and video recordings.
Registration Details:
- Cost: $1,000 per individual
- Register anytime: All sessions and resources are available on demand after release
- Register at: dg-pd.com/course/2025-26-school-communications-academy
Special Registration for State Association Members:
If you are a member of one of our partner state associations, please register directly through your association for exclusive pricing:
- Arizona School Administrators (ASA)
- Central Indiana Education Services Center (CIESC)
- Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA)
- Marquette-Alger RESA (MARESA)
- Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators (WASDA) and Wisconsin School Public Relations Association (WSPRA)
- Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS)
For more information and to register through a state association, visit: donovan-group.com/professional-learning