Betty Roper lived only a short time after her arrival in Idaho in 1979. But in that short time, she created a legacy that endures to this day. Betty cared passionately about the members of the IEA. Her particular passion was public relations. The Betty Roper Public Relations Award is awarded to a local or region organization that carries on Betty’s commitment to furthering the cause of public education and the work of the association through public relations activities.