[Gillett, WI.] Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA) 8 proudly announces that Director of Communications Dean Leisgang has been recognized with three national awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) as part of the organization's annual Publications and Digital Media Awards competition.

Leisgang received national recognition for his work with social media and video communications, highlighting the impact of educational storytelling and strategic communications across Wisconsin schools and organizations.

The award-winning projects include:

• Social Media: People with Purpose

  — An internal communications initiative focused on highlighting CESA 8 teammates and celebrating the individuals who support schools and students throughout Northeastern Wisconsin.

• Video: Everyone, Every Day: Clintonville Public Schools

  — An identity video showcasing the positive impact Clintonville Public Schools has on students, families, and the community.

• Video Series: Individualized Programs, Shared Success

  — A video series produced for the Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services (WCASS). The series highlights the transformative impact of public schools in supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and reinforces trust in special education services.

"I'm honored to receive this recognition from NSPRA and grateful for the opportunity to work alongside outstanding educators, school leaders, and organizations throughout Wisconsin,” said Leisgang. “These projects demonstrate the power of storytelling to build understanding, celebrate success, and strengthen trust in public education."

NSPRA's Publications and Digital Media Awards recognize outstanding tactical communications materials, including publications, newsletters, videos, podcasts, websites, social media campaigns, and other communications tools. Entries are judged against organizations of similar size and type, with evaluators assessing overall excellence, quality, effectiveness, and execution within each category.

Award recipients will be recognized during NSPRA's Annual Meeting and Celebration of Achievement on July 19, 2026. To view the full list of award winners, click here.

For more information about the awards or CESA 8 services, contact Dean Leisgang at dleisgang@cesa8.org.