Certificates are presented to talented Senior High School students in recognition of creative talent demonstarted in Art, Dance, Drama, Literature and Music. An engraved Jefferson Cup is presented to the student who is the outstanding creative senior student.

LUCILLE CAUDILL LITTLE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Financial scholarship grants are made to deserving young artists in the five artistic disciplines. Recipients are selected by member nominations at the discretion of the Kentucky ChapterÕs Executive Board.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD

Recognition of exceptional motivation and courage is awarded to young artists who overcome great difficulties in pursuit of artistic development. Nominations from members, community, friends or family are all considered.

OUTSTANDING ART EDUCATOR AWARD

This award was instituted in 1998 to recognize and reward the work of dedicated mentors and teachers of young artists. recipients are selected by an NSAL nominating committee.

THE KATHERINE CALDWELL MEMORIAL AWARD

This award honors the memory of Kentucky Chaopter member Katherine "Kitty" Caldwell, who was a faithful and generous patron of the arts in Lexington. Kitty attanded as many performances of ! all the arts that she possibly could, and gave great encouragement an d support to young artists. The award is a scholarship to the Lexington Shakespeare FestivalÕs Apprentice Program for a deserving apprentice actor.

ARTIST PROMOTION

Performance opportunities in a variety of formats: showcases, gallery displays, and concerts provide a way to encourage and support young artists. NSAL Kentucky strives to provide a variety of resources, networking venues and mentorship possibilities to the developing artists of the Commonwealth.

BALLET UNDER THE STARS

A young dancer in the Pre-Show of this annual production by local and regional ballet dancers is awarded an Apparel Scholarship at a local store. This is in recognition of this developing artist's talent and hard work.