BY LEON B. CREWS
Sentinel Staff Writer

Candi Taylor has always been thrilled watching young people involved with dance and step teams. She said she’s seen so many of them perform, it’s a shame they don’t compete.

“That’s when I came up with the idea to create “Rep Yo School.” My plan was to give step and dance teams an outlet to compete.

“Along with the step and dance team competitions, “Rep Yo School” has a television and award show. The award show is voted on by students, teachers, and parents.”

This year’s awards show will be held Sunday, May 20th at Centro Asturiano, 1913 North Nebraska Avenue.

“I believe it’s important our teachers and students get the recognition they deserve,” said Ms. Taylor. “It’s also good to have the students, teachers, and parents nominate who they believe is deserving of an award.”

“Rep Yo School” has 19 awards that are voted on, and 2 awards that are voted on by the Rep Yo School staff.

“We also have award that is given to the football state champions,” said Ms. Taylor.

“We will be holding auditions for the new versus old school dance off for the awards. The new school dancers must be in kindergarten through 12th grade, and old school dancers must be over the age of 30. We are also having a singing/rap contest for the student who can come up with the best lyrics for the theme music. The winner will perform at the award show.

For more information, contact Ms. Taylor at (813) 850-4115.