Question about meaning a phrase

[Shamsiyan]

Hello
I am a student . What is the meaning of "On top of that accolade" in the following sentences :

The committee chair made a speech in which she praised the student for his dedication and achievements. On top of that accolade, he was awarded a substantial scholarship grant.

[billmcd]

Hello
I am a student . What is the meaning of "On top of that accolade" in the following sentences :

The committee chair made a speech in which she praised the student for his dedication and achievements. On top of that accolade, he was awarded a substantial scholarship grant.

In addition to/besides/or in this case something more substantial.

[TheParser]

Hello
I am a student . What is the meaning of "On top of that accolade" in the following sentences :

The committee chair made a speech in which she praised the student for his dedication and achievements. On top of that accolade, he was awarded a substantial scholarship grant.

NOT A TEACHER


I believe that it means "besides," or "in addition to." In other words:

The chair lavished praise on the student. Even better, the student received a scholarship, too. (Words are nice; money is even better!)

[Barb_D]

In addition to that praise.

On top of = in addition to something

EDIT: I need to stop leaving windows open for 15 minutes before hitting post!