Medina Today

Medina, Ohio, February 6, 2023 –  Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities is proud to offer a scholarship opportunity for local Medina County high school students. The scholarship was founded to recognize and support young persons who are considering a career which may serve individuals with developmental disabilities. The field of developmental disabilities is faced with a growing crisis in its workforce. Finding and recruiting trained professionals for positions that range anywhere from administrators and therapists to educators and direct care workers is a daily struggle in the field. The Medina County Board of DD hopes to address this workforce shortage by encouraging students to make an impact through public service and help improve the lives of thousands of individuals with developmental disabilities.

The Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities Donor Scholarship is offering one (1) $1500.00 scholarship this year. Applicants must be a current Medina County high school senior and have been accepted into an accredited program in a field which may provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities. (i.e. special education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work, behavioral sciences, etc.). Applicants must also demonstrate involvement in, or provided services to, individuals with developmental disabilities through activities such as Special Olympics, classroom activities, volunteering, job shadowing, etc.

Interested students must complete and submit a Medina County Board of DD Donor Scholarship application form before Friday, March 31, 2023, to be considered. Forms are available by calling 330-725-7751 ext. 273 or at www.mcbdd.org.

About the Donor Scholarship

The MCBDD Donor Scholarship is administered by the Donated Funds Committee of the MCBDD. Its purpose is to encourage and support quality education while promoting advocacy and training for future generations of professionals in the field of developmental disabilities. It is funded by private donations and fundraising events.

About MCBDD

Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities is the community resource responsible for connecting, coordinating and funding services for individuals of all ages with developmental disabilities. We help with everything from early intervention and education opportunities for children to employment and community inclusive living for adults. The mission of the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to promote and empower over 1450 individuals with developmental disabilities, from birth to death, to live, learn work and socialize in their communities. 

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