Representative Manning Receives BASA 2026 Warren Russell Award

COLUMBUS—State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today received the Buckeye Association of School Administrator's (BASA) 2026 Warren Russell Award.

The Warren Russell Award is presented to an individual who has made a significant impact on the legislative and rulemaking processes that shape BASA’s statewide efforts.

“It is an honor to receive this award,” said Manning. “I will always be a strong advocate for our public schools.”

BASA supports school superintendents and other administrators and advocates for Ohio’s public education system.