Trophies and awards are sources of pride for many schools. Whether they’re for sports championships or chess competitions, displaying the accolades your school has received will make students, parents, and staff feel honored to be part of the community. Here’s a guide to displaying your trophies to best highlight different achievements.

Features of an Ideal Display Case

Cases with glass doors are the most common, as they offer complete visibility and can be opened or locked to keep items secure. Depending on the display’s placement, opt for corner cabinets, towers that stretch from floor to ceiling, or wide cabinets that cover an entire wall.

The cabinet should have both hooks and shelves for hanging sashes and placing trophies. Add some LED lights to the interior to make the awards look more prominent. The effect will impress parents and visitors who come to the school for games and conferences.

How to Organize Trophies & Awards

How you arrange your students’ awards is a matter of personal preference. You might group sports-related trophies in cabinets outside of the gymnasium, and keep performing arts awards near the auditorium.

Some schools prefer to have pieces displayed in chronological order, with the oldest staying in the upper lefthand corner of each case. Others display their largest trophies or most notable achievements at the center as focal points, with smaller items strategically placed around them based on complementing features, such as similar colors or materials. Alternatively, place more eye-catching glass trophies at the center of the case, keeping small wooden plaques in the background.

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