Teaching principles and practice profiled in the book, Signs of Change: New Directions in Secondary Theatre Education by Joan Lazarus (Intellect Books).

Teaching principles and practice lauded in Teach Like A Champion author Doug Lemov's "Field Notes" blog as a "true virtuoso performance of dynamic teaching, passion, and the fact that there is no substitute for rigorous content.”​​

Recipient, Commission of Kentucky Colonel — Given for exemplary strength of character, leadership, selflessness, dedication to the welfare of others, and ongoing contributions to the local community and the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Recipient, Thomas Jefferson Volunteer Award — Given for meritorious community service.​​​​​​

Nominee, Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre Education

Teacher of the Year (Grady Middle School, Houston ISD)

​American Advertising Federation ADDY® Awards — Club Achievement Award, 3 Gold, 2 Silver, 5 Bronze

Telly Awards — 2 Gold

Texas Marketing Council Lone Star Awards — People's Choice Award, 2 Gold, 4 Silver, 1 Bronze