Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (May 9, 2006) – Shining a spotlight on students that demonstrate outstanding character and achievement, Walt Disney World Resort today honored three Central Florida students as recipients of the DisneyHand Shining Star Award during a ceremony at Epcot. 

The three winners – one each at the elementary, middle and high school level – were chosen from more than 500 students in Orange, Lake, Polk, Osceola and Seminole Counties.  During the ceremony, 100 finalists were also honored. Schools nominated hundreds of students. A select panel of community leaders and Walt Disney World Cast Members chose the top 3 winners and finalists.