Medina “Oscars” voting starts on April 22

Gala on May 16 will honor many community leaders, school supporters

MEDINA – The Medina Community “Oscars” is less than one month away, with voting next week.

The Medina school district congratulates all nominees for their dedication and contributions toward the continued growth of the Medina community, said Daniel Doctor, director of Community Partnerships for the school district.

The district sought nominations in many categories, and next week will have ballots on the school website for the community to vote.

The categories include: Volunteer of the Year, Community Leadership Award, Community Collaboration Award, Arts and Culture Award, Organization of the Year (under 10 employees), Organization of the Year (11 or more employees), Lifetime Achievement Award, Community Service Award, Unsung Hero Award, Best Event of the Year, Community Impact People’s Choice Award, Girl Scout Troop Award, Boy Scout Troop Award, Outstanding Student Award (K-2), (3-6) & (7-12), Student Spotlight, and Inspirational Educator Award.

Doctor, who is also a minister, performer and entrepreneur, will host “The first Medina Community Oscars Red Carpet event” at 6:30 p.m. on May 16 at Bent’s Opera House. Admission is $10. All proceeds will go to a local service organization. Seating is limited.  Please contact ddoctor@medinacsd.org for ticket reservations.

The two hours will highlight Medina Oscar nominees, performers, presenters, and provide an experience of the red carpet arrivals, giving a can’t-miss moment from  a “Hollywood” flavor, Doctor said.

Voting for nominees will open April 22 and close April 26. The link will be posted on the Medina Central School Website.

“The Medina Oscars” is produced by the Medina school district and sponsored by Daniel’s, the Medina Rotary and West Side Academy of Visual Arts & Dance.