Registration Window:
December 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024

TEXAS THEATRE SCHOLAR DISTINCTION AWARD 

Texas Thespians is pleased to recognize theatre students who demonstrate high academic success in overall coursework through the Texas Theatre Scholar Distinction Award program. 
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To be designated a Texas Theatre Scholar, a student must meet the following criteria:
  • Currently enrolled in the school and is a member in good standing with the campus theatre department or similar program. 
  • Has actively participated in theatrical activities/programs during that school year.​​
  • ​Has earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its local equivalent for all academic coursework. Students with a 3.5 cumulative GPA become Vice President’s List Scholars, and students with a 4.0 GPA are awarded the President’s List Scholar distinction.
  • ​Has fulfilled any additional local criteria required by the theatre program or similar campus requirements.
  • Exhibits behavior and good moral character, which brings honor to the program, school and community.
  • The Texas Theatre Scholar form is available December 1, 2023 to February 1, 2024.
​In order to honor our Texas Theatre Scholars, the student shall:
  1. Complete the Scholars Forms and upload the required documentation.
  2. Please use the checklist provided on the website to help ensure all required documents are submitted.​ (See Checklist Icon) 
  3. ​This is a free event! No funds are needed to participate.
Nominations must be submitted by the student from December 1 - February 1. Before the deadline of February 1,

Students must not only enter their desire to be recognized as a Texas Theatre Scholar, but also submit a verification of GPA form (LINK) signed by the school counselor or principal.

A committee will review applicants’ submissions before awarding Scholar status. Recipients will be notified by email after February 1, 2024 and awarded the distinction of Texas Theatre Scholar.

Awards:
  • Texas Thespians Scholar Certificate & Pin mailed to Troupe directors for distribution​
  • Press Release for campus/district use
  • Letter to campus principal and district superintendent
Please note this is an award, not a scholarship, or other offer of monetary value.

​For more information on Texas Thespian Theatre Scholars, contact Carla Schumann.

Texas Theatre Scholar Pins