HASA bestows four awards annually to members who have contributed dedication and leadership to the Hillsborough Public Schools and to their professional organization.

The DR. EARL J. LENNARD LEADERSHIP AWARD is presented to a HASA member who has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability.

The HASA PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT AWARD is given to a member who has advanced the professional image of the school administrator by action, word, or deed.

The HASA PUBLIC RELATIONS AWARD is presented to any person or organization whose efforts have resulted in a significant increase in public knowledge of the services or accomplishments of the Hillsborough County Public Schools.

The RAYMOND O. SHELTON AWARD is given to the person who has made contributions to the Hillsborough County Public Schools in an outstanding manner.

Only current members of HASA may submit nominations for these awards. No current member of the HASA Executive Committee may be nominated for these awards. These awards are made at the Annual Spring social which is usually held during the last week of May. Members wishing to nominate someone for any of these awards should contact their HASA Board Representative or Alternate and request a nomination form.

The LYLE FLAGG LEADERSHIP AWARD is presented at the discretion of the president of the association for leadership displayed over the course of the year by any member of the Board of Directors, special project consultants, and/or newsletter editor.  This award is based on leadership, commitment, and service given well beyond the call of duty as determined by the President.

The BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR AWARD is presented to the HASA Business Partner who has demonstrated outstanding service to HASA and its members within the current year.