Awards

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The Power of Awards: A Call to Recognition

Awards are more than just a trophy or a certificate; they are a celebration of excellence, a recognition of achievement, and an acknowledgment of hard work and dedication. Here’s why we should all consider the importance of awards:

Recognition of Excellence

Awards are a public acknowledgment of the effort and achievement that individuals or organizations have made in their respective fields. They validate the skills, efforts, and dedication put into a project or task.

Motivation

Awards serve as a motivation for the recipients to continue their good work and strive for greater heights. They also inspire others to aim for such accolades, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Benchmarking

Awards set standards for aspirations or performance in a field. They establish a benchmark for what is valued in that particular domain, encouraging others to strive for the same level of excellence.

Enhancing Reputation

Winning an award can significantly enhance the reputation of the recipient. It’s a testament to their excellence in the field, which can boost their standing among peers and in the wider community.

Promotion

Awards can bring attention to overlooked work and help promote the recipient to a wider audience. This increased visibility can open up new opportunities and avenues for growth.

While awards are significant, they are not the only measure of success or value. Many valuable contributions go unrecognized in terms of awards, but they are no less important. However, the power of awards in recognizing and celebrating these achievements is undeniable.

So let’s embrace awards – not as the end goal, but as milestones on our journey towards excellence. Let’s celebrate each other’s successes and continue to strive for growth and improvement. After all, every achievement deserves recognition.

Awards Committee

Awards are handled by the Texas Division Awards Committee.

The committee is who your camp will communicate with submitting for awards.

Award Forms

Texas Division Awards Manual

The Texas Division Awards Manual aims to supplement the National SCV Awards and Insignia Guide, outlining eligible awards for Texas Division members and non-members, and more.

Texas Division Awards Nomination Form

Use this form to nominate your camp members for an award.

Nomination for Lucy Pickens Award

Use this form to nominate a camp member for the Lucy Pickens Award

Nomination for 4 Star Camp Award

Use this form to nominate your camp for the 4 Star Camp Award

Nomination for Best Division Newsletter

Use this form to nominate your camp for the Best Division Newsletter Award

Nomination for Best Division Website

Use this form to nominate your camp for the Best Division Website Award

Nomination for Best Division Scrapbook

Use this form to nominate your camp for the Best Division Scrapbook Award

Nomination for Distinguished Camp Award

Use this form to nominate your camp for the Distinguished Camp Award

2024 Reunion Attendance Streamer Order Form

2024 Reunion Attendance Streamer Order Form

Individual Awards Record Form

Individual Awards Record Form

Texas Division Camp and Brigade Medal Order Form

Camp and Brigade Medal Order Forms

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