Strategic and Creative Services for NREA Members
The Donovan Group is proud to serve rural school districts nationwide.
Who We Are
Donovan Group is a national communications firm dedicated exclusively to public education. We partner with school districts and education organizations across the country to help them communicate with clarity, build trust, engage their communities, and navigate challenges.
Our clients choose us because:
Services & Opportunities for NREA Members
NREA members have access to special pricing on Donovan Group services and professional learning opportunities.
Get immediate access to experienced communications professionals during emergencies and crises. Support can include strategic counsel and rapid development of parent and staff communications, media statements, talking points, social media messaging, and more.
Our most comprehensive communications partnership provides ongoing support throughout the year, including strategy, content creation, social media, graphic design, advocacy support, and communications counsel.
Districts receive direct, daily access to a dedicated Donovan Group Communication Strategist who collaborates with our team of 30+ communications experts to develop content, solve challenges, and bring new ideas to your district.
Build the skills and strategies needed for effective school communications through this nine-session virtual professional learning series focused on communication strategy, community engagement, crisis readiness, and leadership communications.
NREA members receive $300 off the regular $800 registration price. Use code NREACOMMS500 at checkout.
We can also customize professional learning experiences to meet your district or organization’s specific needs, including:
- Conference presentations
- Webinars
- Regional workshops
- Communications training sessions
- Leadership development focused on school communications
Topics, formats, and delivery methods can be tailored to your goals and needs.
NREA members also receive preferential pricing on a range of customized professional and creative services.
We also provide the following services:
- Social Media Management
- Bond & Referendum Campaigns
- Video Production & Editing
- Strategic Planning Facilitation
- Surveys & Research
- District Advocacy & Communication Toolkits
- Graphic Design Retainer
- Brand Development
- Informational & Promotional Communication Campaigns
- Communications & Website Audits
- Customized Solutions
- Every district has unique needs and financial realities. If you have a specific project or budget in mind, we can develop a customized communications plan designed to maximize your impact within available resources.
Donovan Group’s State & Regional Association Partnerships
In addition to our partnership with NREA, Donovan Group works with state and regional education associations across the country to provide professional communication support to districts of all sizes.
If your district is a member of one of our partner associations below, you may be eligible for additional discounts on services and professional learning opportunities.
- Arkansas Association for Educational Administrators (AAEA)
- Arizona School Administrators (ASA)
- Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS)
- Central Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC)
- Delaware School Board Association (DSBA)
- Marquette Alger RESA (MARESA)
- Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA)
- Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA)
- North Dakota Small Organized Schools (NDSOS)
- School Administrators of Iowa (SAI)
- Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS)
- United School Administrators of Kansas (USA Kansas)
- Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS)
- Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators (WASDA)
- Wisconsin School Public Relations Association (WSPRA)
Already a member of one of these organizations? Contact us to learn more about your member benefits.