Awards and Recognition

The Texas Public Safety Association takes great pride in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of its members. Our awards and recognitions are designed to honor the hard work, dedication, and skills demonstrated by competitors. Below are the details of the awards and recognition you can expect at different levels of competition.

Award Categories

Regional Awards

• Competitors: Each competitor who places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in their event will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement.
• Advisors: One advisor per winning entry/team will also be honored with a medal, recognizing their invaluable guidance and support.

State Awards

• Competitors: Medals will be awarded to each competitor who excels in their respective events.
• Advisors: Each winning entry or team will receive a trophy to be displayed at their school, symbolizing their collective excellence and teamwork.

Award Criteria

For each competitive event, awards are awarded to 1st place, 2nd place, and 3rd place unless otherwise noted in the respective competitive events guidelines. Competitors must meet these criteria to be eligible for the aforementioned awards.

Award Ceremony

The award ceremony is an integral part of both the Regional and State Conferences. It is highly recommended that all participants and advisors attend the ceremony to celebrate the achievements of all involved.

Shipping Policy for Awards

If you choose to leave the conference prior to the award ceremony, you will be responsible for any shipping charges incurred to receive your medals or trophies. Please notify the event organizers in advance if you will be unable to attend the ceremony.