A popular school fair for families returns to Toledo this month with a new twist: This year, families can both explore a variety of school options and catch a glimpse of animals in the winter at the Toledo Zoo.
The free event will take place on Saturday, January 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Toledo Zoo’s Malawi Event Center and is open to all community members. Families will have the opportunity to meet representatives from traditional public, charter, magnet, private, online, home and nontraditional schooling options, all in the pursuit of finding the perfect educational fit. This familyfriendly event also will include complimentary food, face painting and balloon artists, making it an enjoyable and informative experience for attendees of all ages.
Ohio has a long history of prioritizing school choice, including recently expanding eligibility for private school scholarships like the EdChoice Scholarship, Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Scholarship. The state has also increased funding for both traditional public and charter schools.
“With so many educational choices available, this event is the perfect opportunity for families to find the right fit for their children’s educational future. From public to private, charter to online schools, there’s something for everyone,” said Ann Riddle, director of provider outreach at School Choice Ohio, the event’s organizer. “We are happy to host this event in a familyfriendly environment that celebrates both the joy of education and the wonder of the Toledo Zoo. It’s a chance for families to meet fantastic school leaders and have a lot of fun in the process.”
The event is timed to coincide with National School Choice Week, from January 26 to February 1. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the week, which will include more than 27,000 events and activities nationwide aimed at celebrating and raising awareness of educational opportunities for families.
School Choice Ohio works to ensure that families across the state know about the education options available for their children.
The Toledo Zoo is at 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. Families should head to the Malawi Event Center for the fair.
For more information, visit northwestohioschool fair.com.
