Presented to a member of the association whose continued service has been distinguished by leadership, loyalty, contribution, and support.

Presented to an outstanding theatre educator whose contributions to theatre education go above & beyond what is expected of them. This includes significant and valuable contributions made to encourage, promote, and develop the highest standards in theatre education.

An award category broad enough to recognize a specific event, workshop, authorship, or chairmanship of an event or committee.

Recognition for outstanding contributions to theatre education by an individual or organization outside the discipline.

Honors a teacher who has made a significant impact in less than 5 years in the field of theatre education.

Honors an individual, organization, institution or company who has made a significant contribution to theatre education in regards to multiculturalism. This includes reaching diverse audiences and constituencies, incorporating multicultural issues into their work, promoting multiculturalism & diversity through theatre, etc.

Honors an administrator who has played a significant role in the advancement of theatre education.

Presented to a professional artist or organization for assistance to and support of theatre education.

Honors an artist or organization in recognition of significant contribution to theatre and theatre education through a body of work.

(This award may be presented outside of the Awards Ceremony and be given as special recognition to a special guest at the conference. First awarded in 2017 and again in 2024.)