Fast facts

700

Student journalists and their advisers

75

Schools, both middle school and high school

35

Nationally recognized faculty members including 12 national advisers of the year.

6

Sequences include advisers, design, digital, newspaper, photography and yearbook offering 16 specialized courses.

Join us June 29-July 2, 2026

with bonus classes on June 28

Registration is now open for the 2026 Gloria Shields NSPA Media Workshop. The deadline is Friday, June 19. 

The deadline to reserve hotel rooms is Monday, June 8.  

Consult the Registration Costs & Checklist. Having this information ready will make the registration process easier.

The Gloria Shields NSPA Media Workshop brings together the nation’s top workshop faculty and scholastic-journalism experts to propel you and your staff into the year ahead.

For full information, visit the 2026 Workshop menu above. Check back often for frequent updates.