Rising Star – Presented to an arts educator demonstrating excellence in his or her first 3 years of teaching.

Distinguished Service to the Profession – Presented to an educator who has not only provided outstanding service to his or her students but also to his or her colleagues and the field of arts education.

Arts Teaching Excellence Awards – Presented to an elementary, middle and high school arts teacher who has gone above and beyond in their field.

The Kay Arms Lifetime Achievement Award –  Presented to an educator who has dedicated his or her life to arts education.
In 2019, we renamed our most prestigious award. Founding board member and supporter, Kay Arms has dedicated her life to Young Audiences and the success of the students in Northeast Texas; she has been diligent in making sure the arts were, and remain a part of the core curriculum.

Regi Fowler
Distinguished Service to the Profession 
Douglas Elementary (TISD)

Angela Jennings
 Distinguished Service to the Profession
Caldwell Arts Academy (TISD)

Ricardo Rodriguez
Rising Star 
Ramey Elementary (TISD)

Amanda Dunn-Meelkop
Arts Teaching Excellence: Elementary
Dixie Elementary (TISD)

Bobi Jo Friesen
Arts Teaching Excellence: Middle
Moore Middle School (TISD)

Kelly Laminack
Arts Teaching Excellence: High School
Harmony High School (Harmony ISD)