Winning janitor to receive $5,000 cash and $5,000 in products and services for school
CINCINNATI – [Feb. 21, 2017] – There’s only one week left to nominate your favorite school janitor or custodian for the fourth-annual Janitor of the Year contest from Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) The winning Janitor will receive a $5,000 cash prize along with $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid® Commercial products and services for his or her school.
Nominations are being accepted at www.cintas.com/JOTY through Wednesday, March 1. The submissions will be narrowed down to the top 10 finalists by a judging panel from US Communities and Rubbermaid, which will be revealed on March 15. The contest will then be open to public voting through April 14.
“The Janitor of the Year contest aims to shine a spotlight on those who are often overlooked,” said John Engel, Director of Marketing, Cintas. “Working year-round to make schools a healthy and safe space for students and staff, the role of school janitor often goes above and beyond normal cleaning duties as they’re often the heart of the school.”
The contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school, college and university janitors who have worked at their school for at least two years. Nominations must be 500 words or less on why the janitor is deserving of the award and submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on March 1.
Cintas Corporation helps more than 900,000 businesses of all types and sizes get READY™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing a wide range of products and services that enhance our customers’ image and help keep their facilities and employees clean, safe and looking their best. With products and services including uniforms, mats, mops, restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety and compliance training, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas’ recognizes excellence among school and university janitors
CINCINNATI – [Jan. 30, 2017] –Do you know a school janitor who goes above and beyond each and every day for students and staff? Starting today, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) is accepting nominations for its fourth annual Janitor of the Year contest which recognizes the best-of-the-best amongst school janitors and custodians. Nominations for the $10,000 prize package will be accepted online at www.cintas.com/JOTY through March 1, 2017.
Created to shine a spotlight on their hard work and dedication, the contest will award $5,000 to the winning janitor and $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid® Commercial products and services to the winning janitor’s school. A $500 cash prize will be awarded to all additional top nine finalists.
“Imagine a school year with no winter or summer breaks and no summer vacation – that’s the life of school janitors and custodians,” said John Engel, Director of Marketing, Cintas. “Often the first to arrive and the last to leave, school janitors work tirelessly year-round to make sure the school environment is a clean and safe place for students, teachers and staff.”
After nearly 500,000 votes were tabulated following last year’s contest, Jerome Lewis of Crestline Elementary in Birmingham, Ala. was crowned the 2016 Janitor of the Year. Described by one student as “a breath of fresh air even when the day stinks,” Jerome captured the hearts of his community as well as nearly 30 percent of the votes.
Cintas’ Janitor of the Year contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school and university janitors and custodians who have worked at their school for at least two years. Nominations must be 500 words or less on why the nominee is deserving of the award.
As a premier sponsor in this year’s contest, Rubbermaid Commercial Products’ Divisional CEO Mike Halak said, “Rubbermaid Commercial Products is proud to partner with Cintas to recognize the Janitor of the Year. We know school janitors play a crucial role in providing a clean and safe environment for students, faculty, and visitors. RCP is committed to delivering solutions that make the cleaning process easier, safer and more efficient.”
The deadline for Janitor of the Year nominations is March 1, 2017. The top 10 finalists will be announced on March 15, at which time the public will be asked to vote for their favorite through April 14. The finalist receiving the most votes will be crowned Janitor of the Year.
Cintas Corporation helps more than 900,000 businesses of all types and sizes get READY™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing a wide range of products and services that enhance our customers’ image and help keep their facilities and employees clean, safe and looking their best. With products and services including uniforms, mats, mops, restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety and compliance training, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
About Rubbermaid Commercial Products:
Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), headquartered in Huntersville, NC., is a manufacturer of innovative, solution-based products for commercial and institutional markets worldwide. Since 1968, RCP has pioneered technologies and system solutions in the categories of food services, sanitary maintenance, waste handling, material transport, away-from-home washroom and safety products. RCP, an ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer, is part of Newell Rubbermaid’s global portfolio of leading brands and continues to develop innovative products. Visit www.rubbermaidcommercial.com.
Jerome Lewis, a custodian with terminal cancer, takes home this year’s national title
Birmingham, Ala – [May 2, 2016] –There’s a new custodial crown in town! After a record 488,000 votes from across the nation, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today named Jerome Lewis of Crestline Elementary in Birmingham, Ala. the 2016 Janitor of the Year. Jerome captured nearly 30 percent of the votes and will receive a $5,000 cash prize. His school will also receive $5,000 in products and services from Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products.
Described by one student as “a breath of fresh air even when the day stinks,” Jerome has been cleaning Crestline for the past eight years, always with a smile on his face. In Feb. 2013, Jerome was diagnosed with terminal appendiceal cancer, but he has never allowed it to slow him down at work or dampen his spirits.
“Jerome is so deserving of this award, and we’re ecstatic that our community rallied around him to recognize his work ethic and the positive impact that he has on our students and faculty, as well as the appearance of our school,” said Laurie King, principal, Crestline Elementary.
While Jerome will receive the grand prize, the nine contest runners up will each be awarded a $500 cash prize from Cintas as well as cleaning tools and products from Rubbermaid Commercial Products to beautify their schools.
“Many school janitors work long hours and often go beyond their cleaning responsibilities, taking care of maintenance and security tasks and acting as friends and mentors to students and staff,” said John Engel, Senior Marketing Manager, Cintas. “It’s inspiring to see the votes pour in for these dedicated individuals who are often the first to arrive at school and the last to leave.”
“This year, we received an abundance of heartwarming stories about janitors from current and former students, staff and parents,” said Neil Eibeler, President, Rubbermaid Commercial Products. “We’re thrilled to celebrate Jerome’s win, as well as the everyday contributions of the other nine finalists.”
The top 10 finalists were chosen based on the number and quality of nominations by a panel of judges from Cintas Corporation, Rubbermaid Commercial Products and U.S. Communities.
For more information about the Janitor of the Year contest, visit www.cintas.com/JOTY.
Cintas Corporation helps more than 900,000 businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing a wide range of products and services that enhance our customers’ image and help keep their facilities and employees clean, safe and looking their best. With products and services including uniforms, floor care, restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety and compliance training, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday™. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
About Rubbermaid Commercial Products:
Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), headquartered in Huntersville, NC., is a manufacturer of innovative, solution-based products for commercial and institutional markets worldwide. Since 1968, RCP has pioneered technologies and system solutions in the categories of food services, sanitary maintenance, waste handling, material transport, away-from-home washroom and safety products. RCP, an ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer, is part of Newell Rubbermaid’s global portfolio of leading brands and continues to develop innovative products. Visit www.rubbermaidcommercial.com.
Cincinnati— [April 6, 2016] – Take a break from the presidential race and cast your vote in Cintas Corporation’s (NASDAQ: CTAS) 2016 Janitor of the Year contest. The candidates have been narrowed down to the nation’s top 10 janitors, with representatives from across the U.S. The polls close at midnight on Friday, April 15, so hurry to www.cintas.com/JOTY to vote for your favorite school janitor!
“This year’s janitors each have remarkable stories and endearing personal qualities,” said Jillian Bauer, Marketing Manager, Cintas. “To date, more than 230,000 votes have been received from communities across the U.S. We’re thrilled that so many students, parents, teachers and faculty members are showing their appreciation of school janitors whose work often goes unrecognized.”
The winner of the 2016 Janitor of the Year contest will receive a $5,000 cash prize and $5,000 in products and services from Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products for their school.
The top 10 finalists (in alphabetical order) include:
Saeed Amin – Robinson Elementary School (Beloit, Wis.) After retiring from a career as a factory worker, Saeed Amin came to the education field to “make a difference.” When asked why Saeed returns to Robinson Elementary School after work to attend special events and concerts, he says: “These kids have to know people care about and support them.”
Charles “Chuck” Arvin – Monocacy Middle School (Frederick, Md.) In an effort to achieve his district’s “superior” rating, Chuck Arvin spent his extra summer hours stripping 15 years of debris off the Monocacy Middle School floors and rewaxing them with the help of his crew. In addition to a floor restorer, he’s also considered a technical expert, and has been invited to give several presentations to students regarding his electronics knowledge.
Elisa V. Bridges – Model Elementary School (Rome, Ga.) While most students and staff are enjoying summer vacation, Elisa Bridges is busy preparing a welcoming environment, all while the air conditioning is turned off to save energy. During her 11 years at Model, Elisa has been known for her sweet, positive attitude and for always being willing to give an extra hand.
Keith Ciesielczyk – Midview Middle School (Grafton, Ohio) Keith Ciesielczyk arrives at Midview Middle School by 4 a.m. each day, even after working until 9 p.m. at his second job. He frequently goes the extra mile, making the school secretary a cup of coffee before she arrives each day and often donating time, money and goods to various school drives and charity events.
Andre Hearn – Detroit Cristo Rey High School (Detroit) For the past 7 years, Andre Hearn has served as lead custodian of Cristo Rey High School, as well as a mentor to students. During this past winter break, Andre volunteered to strip, wax and seal the school’s tile floors. But most impressively, several former students who were home from college break jumped at the chance to help him!
Louis “Bo” James IV – duPont Manual High School (Louisville, Ky.) Bo James’ joyful spirit and open heart light up the halls of duPont Manual High School. Whether he’s dressing up for spirit week, offering emotional support or maintaining the old high school building, Bo always has a smile on his face. He doesn’t just do his job, he makes an effort to have a conversation with everyone he meets and is a confidant and friend to many of the students.
Jerome Lewis – Crestline Elementary School (Mountain Brook, Ala.) Described as the heart of Crestline Elementary School, Jerome Lewis has seen, smelled and cleaned it all – from bathrooms to locker rooms to the cafeteria – with a smile on his face. Two years ago, Jerome battled esophageal cancer; but never allowed it to slow him down at work or dampen his spirits. As one student puts it, “Jerome is a breath of fresh air even when the day stinks.”
Enrique Mendez – J.L. Long Middle School (Dallas) Enrique Mendez is the backbone of J.L. Long Middle School, often working 12-hour days and even some weekends due to a limited custodial staff. When Dallas experienced a large ice storm last year, Enrique maintained the heat in the building to keep pipes from breaking, and took care of the school’s two guinea pigs, turtle, four aquariums and plants.
Jerry Ottosen – Liberty High School (Spangle, Wash.) For the last 38.5 years, Jerry Ottosen has managed to create a clean and healthy environment at Liberty High School. It’s not always an easy task because the school is located in the middle of a wheat field, meaning that students and staff track in dust and mud. Described as a team player and relentless worker, Jerry is constantly trying to help students, staff and community members.
Bill Sanders – Wright Brothers Elementary School (Huber Heights, Ohio) Each Friday, Bill Sanders delivers over 100 “Love in a Bag” treat bags to the students of Wright Brothers Elementary School. In addition to keeping the school clean, he can often be seen walking teachers to their cars at night and after conferences. Bill also brings a lot of school spirit, dressing as a Leprechaun on St. Patrick’s Day and as a gingerbread man, in a homemade costume, each December.
For more information, please contact Jess Messenger at 312-664-1532 or [email protected].
About Cintas Corporation:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
CINCINNATI – [March 15, 2016] –From the janitor who uses his own money to buy supplies to the janitor who greets every student by name, the top 10 individuals named as finalists in the 2016 Janitor of the Year contest go above and beyond every day to create a clean and healthy learning environment for students. Hosted by Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), the Janitor of the Year Contest shines a spotlight on those who work behind the scenes year round to make schools a clean, safe and positive place. Now it’s time for you to cast your vote for this year’s winner.
“It was hard narrowing down the hundreds of heart-warming nominations to just 10 finalists,” said Jillian Bauer, Marketing Manager, Cintas. “These 10 janitors do much more than clean their schools. They work weekends, set up for dances, encourage students to learn, provide school supplies and much more. Their selfless acts have a profound impact on children, teachers, faculty and the community.”
The 2016 Janitor of the Year will receive a $5,000 cash prize along with $5,000 in products and services for his or her school from Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products– not to mention bragging rights. A $500 cash prize will be awarded to each of the remaining nine finalists.
After receiving nearly 630 nominations, the top 10 finalists include:
Saeed Amin – Robinson Elementary School (Beloit, Wis.)
Charles “Chuck” Arvin – Monocacy Middle School (Frederick, Md.)
Elisa V. Bridges – Model Elementary School (Rome, Ga.)
Keith Ciesielczyk – Midview Middle School (Grafton, Ohio)
Andre Hearn – Detroit Cristo Rey High School (Detroit)
Louis “Bo” James IV – duPont Manual High School (Louisville, Ky.)
Jerome Lewis – Crestline Elementary School (Mountain Brook, Ala.)
Enrique Mendez – J.L. Long Middle School (Dallas)
Jerry Ottosen – Liberty High School (Spangle, Wash.)
Bill Sanders – Wright Brothers Elementary School (Huber Heights, Ohio)
To read more about the finalists and cast your vote, please visit www.cintas.com/JOTY. Voting will be open through Friday, April 15. Visitors to the site can cast one vote per day.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
Winning janitor to receive $5,000 cash and $5,000 in products and services for school
CINCINNATI – [Feb. 22, 2016] – Shine a spotlight on a deserving school janitor by nominating him or her for Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) Janitor of the Year contest. Only one week remains to nominate your favorite school janitor for a chance to win a $5,000 cash prize along with $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid products and services for his or her school. A $500 cash prize will be awarded to an additional top nine finalists.
Nominations are being accepted at www.cintas.com/JOTY through Tuesday, March 1. Submissions will be narrowed down to the top 10 finalists by a judging panel from US Communities and Rubbermaid, which will be revealed on March 15. The contest will then be open to public voting through April 15.
“We created this contest to recognize those that work behind the scenes year-round to create a clean, safe and positive learning environment for our children,” said John Engel, Senior Marketing Manager, Cintas. “School janitors do much more than clean our schools. Many mentor students and develop relationships that impact children in positive ways throughout their lives. However, they often go unnoticed for all that they do, and we’re hoping to change that with this contest.”
Cintas’ Janitor of the Year contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school, college and university janitors who have worked at their school for at least two years. Nominations must be 500 words or less on why the janitor is deserving of the award and submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on March 1.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
Cintas’ recognizes excellence among school and university janitors
CINCINNATI – [Feb. 1, 2016] –Often the first to arrive and the last to leave, school janitors work behind the scenes year-round to create a clean, safe and positive learning environment. To honor the best-of-the-best among school janitors, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) is accepting nominations for its annual Janitor of the Year contest which honors the best-of-the-best amongst U.S. school janitors. Nominations will be accepted online at www.cintas.com/JOTY through March 1.
Created to shine a spotlight on janitors who often receive little recognition for their hard work and dedication, the contest will award $5,000 to the winning janitor and $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid products and services to his or her school. A $500 cash prize will be awarded to an additional top nine finalists.
“Janitors are often the heart of the school and as much a part of the school experience as teachers and students,” said John Engel, Senior Marketing Manager, Cintas. “We want to highlight the important work janitors do in not only improving the well-being of students and staff, but in getting students and staff ready for their days by creating a clean and safe place for our children to learn.”
After nearly 100,000 votes were tabulated following last year’s contest, Sherry Albright of Trine University in Angola, Ind. was crowned the 2015 Janitor of the Year. Albright accepted her award during a campus-wide parade complete with a marching band, police cars, cheerleaders, a housekeeper drill cart line and a community-wide ice cream social.
Cintas’ Janitor of the Year contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school and university janitors who have worked at their school for at least two years. Nominations must be 500 words or less on why the janitor is deserving of the award.
As a premier sponsor in this year’s contest, Rubbermaid Commercial Products’ President Neil Eibeler had this to say, “Rubbermaid Commercial Products is proud to partner with Cintas in showcasing the Janitor of the Year. We realize how important their hard work is to our communities and we are committed to providing innovative solutions that make their jobs easier and safer.”
The top 10 finalists will be announced on March 15, at which time the public will be asked to vote for their favorite janitor. The janitor receiving the most votes will be crowned Janitor of the Year. Voting will be open until April 15.
For more information regarding the Janitor of the Year contest, please contact Jennifer Petersen at [email protected] or 312-664-1532.
About Cintas Corporation:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
About Rubbermaid Commercial Products:
Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), headquartered in Huntersville, NC., is a manufacturer of innovative, solution-based products for commercial and institutional markets worldwide. Since 1968, RCP has pioneered technologies and system solutions in the categories of food services, sanitary maintenance, waste handling, material transport, away-from-home washroom and safety products. RCP, an ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer, is part of Newell Rubbermaid’s global portfolio of leading brands and continues to develop innovative products. Visit www.rubbermaidcommercial.com.
Housekeeper Sherry Albright faces challenges with a smile at Trine University
Angola, Ind – [May 6, 2015] –The polls have closed and nearly 100,000 votes have been tabulated. Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), today announced that Sherry Albright of Trine University in Angola, Ind., is the winner of its 2015 Janitor of the Year Contest. Sherry will receive a $2,500 cash prize and Trine University will receive $2,500 in Cintas cleaning products and services.
A housekeeper in the residence halls at Trine University, Sherry is no stranger to challenges – particularly those posed by cleaning up after college students. With a wheelchair bound husband who suffers from advanced Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Sherry also works a second job as a waitress to help support her family.
“Sherry shows that no matter the trials and tribulations, you can always put on a smile, take pride in your work and make a positive difference in the lives of those around you,” said housekeeping/training manager Leah Helmick in her nomination. “She’s an inspiration to us all.”
Treating Trine students as though they were her own children, Sherry regularly talks with students, listens to their problems, offers hugs and is often called upon for her sewing skills. Always exuding positivity, Sherry takes great pride in keeping the university dormitories and halls clean. Sherry will be presented with the award following a special parade and ceremony held in her honor today, May 6, at 11:45 a.m. CDT on the Trine University campus.
While Sherry will receive the grand prize, the nine runners up for the award will also receive prize packages for themselves and their schools. Cintas is presenting each finalist with a $500 cash prize and Rubbermaid Commercial Products is donating more than $1,000 in cleaning tools for finalists to use at their schools.
“The response to this contest shows what an important role janitors play in our schools,” said Dave Mesko, Senior Director of Marketing and Strategy, Cintas. “Janitors are often the unsung heroes of our communities. We are honored to host a contest that brings these amazing individuals some much deserved recognition.”
“We would like to thank Rubbermaid, U.S. Communities, the hundreds of nominees and all of the voters that have helped make this competition a success,” added Mesko. “We look forward to hearing the stories and celebrating the amazing work janitors do across the nation as we continue this contest in the future.”
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
CINCINNATI – [March 23, 2015] –From the dancing janitor to the custodian who opens the school early to provide homeless students with a warm place to stay before class, to the college “mom,” to the man who drives past the school on nights and weekends to make sure it’s secure, these are only four of the top 10 amazing finalists named in the 2015 Janitor of the Year Contest. Sponsored by Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), the Janitor of the Year Contest shines a spotlight on those who work behind the scenes year-round to make schools a clean, safe and positive place. Now it’s time for you to cast your vote for this year’s winner.
“We received nominations for hundreds of amazing janitors across the nation who go above and beyond every day to help make their schools a better place,” said Dave Mesko, Senior Director of Marketing, Cintas Corp. “These 10 finalists truly are standouts – not only because they do their jobs well, but because they do it with kindness, selflessness and a smile.”
The 2015 Janitor of the Year will receive a $2,500 cash prize along with $2,500 in products and services for his or her school from Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products– not to mention bragging rights. The top 10 finalists are:
Sherry Albright – Trine University (Angola, Ind.)
Rick Bergum – Tahoma Senior High School (Covington, Wash.)
Kenny Bruce – Alden Road Exceptional Student Center (Jacksonville, Fla.)
Les Chapman – Peach Plains Elementary School (Grand Haven, Mich.)
Mack Jackson – Washington Elementary STEAM Magnet (San Diego)
Bobby Miller – Sharon Elementary School (Charlotte, N.C.)
Luis Cruz Rodriguez – Westminster Community Charter School (Buffalo, N.Y.)
Cedric Stroy – Carter G. Woodson Elementary (Jacksonville, Fla.)
Dave Terbush – Dakota Valley Elementary School (Aurora, Colo.)
Barbara Watson – Pinewood Elementary School (Charlotte, N.C.)
To read more about the finalists and cast your vote, please visit www.cintas.com/janitoroftheyear. Voting will be open through Friday, May 1. Visitors to the site can cast one vote per day.
For more information, please contact Jennifer Petersen at 312-664-1532 or [email protected].
About Cintas Corporation:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, first aid, safety and fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.
Know an amazing janitor? Cintas’ second-annual Janitor of the Year contest kicks off Feb. 9
CINCINNATI – [Feb. 9, 2015] –Do you know a janitor who works tirelessly to keep school grounds clean and safe for students, administration and staff? Want to show them some love? Starting today, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) will once again hold a nationwide Janitor of the Year contest to recognize the best-of-the-best amongst school janitors. Created to shine a spotlight on those who work behind the scenes year-round to make schools a clean, safe and positive place, the contest will award $2,500 to the winning janitor and $2,500 in Cintas and Rubbermaid products and services to the school.
“Janitors are as much a part of the school experience as are teachers and peers,” said Dave Mesko, Senior Director of Marketing and Strategy at Cintas. “With this contest, we hope to highlight the important work they do each day in keeping the school environment a clean and safe place for our children to learn.”
After receiving more than 30,000 votes during last year’s contest, Patrick Peterson of North Valleys High School (NVHS) in Reno, Nevada was crowned the winner. Peterson accepted his award during a special ceremony held in the NVHS auditorium – complete with student-made signs, a special cheer squad performance and an honor guard ceremony.
Cintas’ Janitor of the Year contest is open to all elementary, middle, high school and university janitors who have worked at their school for at least two years. Nominations must be 1,000 words or less on why the janitor is deserving of the award.
Nominations will be accepted online at www.cintas.com/janitoroftheyear and via e-mail at [email protected] through March 9. The top 10 finalists will be announced on March 23, at which time public voting will be opened until May 1.
For more information regarding the Janitor of the Year contest, please contact Jennifer Petersen at [email protected] or 312-664-1532.
About Cintas Corporation:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, first aid, safety and fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.