Davis High School Theatre Earns Statewide Award of Distinction for Second Consecutive Year

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Recognition from the Texas Educational Theatre Association highlights excellence in theatre education and student opportunity.

Davis High School Theatre is once again taking center stage statewide.

For the second consecutive year, Davis High School Theatre has received the Award of Distinction from the Texas Educational Theatre Association (TxETA), recognizing the program as an Exemplary Campus for its outstanding contributions to theatre education in Texas.

The Award of Distinction honors schools and districts that demonstrate excellence in theatre achievement, advocacy, diversity, student engagement and resource development. The recognition places Davis among a select group of programs across the state setting a high standard for theatre education.

The Award of Distinction recognizes schools and districts at different levels of achievement, with Davis earning Exemplary Campus recognition this year.

To earn the award, schools complete a detailed application highlighting the strength of their theatre program, including theatrical productions, student participation in University Interscholastic League contests, theatre technology, access to performance spaces, and community support.

For Davis High School, the back-to-back recognition reflects a program built on consistency, creativity, and opportunity, where students develop skills both on stage and behind the scenes.

“This recognition speaks to the commitment of our students, staff, and community to building a theatre program rooted in excellence,” said Dr. Cliff D. Alexander, theatre and technical director at Davis High School. “To earn this distinction for a second straight year shows the heart, discipline, and passion our students bring to the craft every day. Their story remains one of growth, resilience, and artistry — a true #AldineStory.”

The award comes as qualifying theatre students from Davis High School, Aldine HS, Carver HS, Eisenhower HS, Eisenhower Ninth Grade College Prep, and Nimitz HS prepare to compete at the International Thespian Festival 2026, held June 21–26 at Indiana University Bloomington.

TxETA officials said honorees are selected based on demonstrated achievement, thoughtful curation of resources, dedication to advocacy, and a strong commitment to diversity in theatre arts.

Davis High School will be formally recognized during TxETA’s TheatreFest awards ceremony on Oct. 2 at Moody Gardens.

The honor underscores Aldine ISD’s continued investment in fine arts programs that help students find their voice, express themselves, tell their stories, and develop skills beyond the stage.