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NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Saturday, February 3rd, 2018, the Urban League of Louisiana's Parent Information Center will host its 12th annual Schools Expo at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Schools Expo provides an opportunity for families to apply to schools onsite and visit representatives from over 95 public (direct-run and charter), private, and Catholic schools, in addition to over 25 early childhood centers, all under one roof. The Expo provides families with a convenient and efficient method to assess schools that meet their needs and values.
As its main goal, the Schools Expo empowers parents with information so they can make informed school choice decisions and apply to schools before the February 23, 2018 deadline. Urban League partners such as the EnrollNOLA will be in attendance to offer parents assistance with the OneApp process, including the Scholarship Program, and will also be available to answer questions about parental rights relative to special education and ESL (English as a second language). In addition to visiting with schools, families will have an opportunity to meet with over 90 resource providers including LSU School of Dentistry and Excealth, all offering health and wellness services.
To help inspire youth innovation, the 2018 Schools Expo has partnered with STEM NOLA and 4.0 Schools to offer students hands on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) projects. Billed as a family affair, the Schools Expo offers something for everyone including free school supplies, uniform vouchers, backpacks and refreshments. Entertainment will also be provided by local school dance teams, marching bands, majorettes, cheerleaders and choirs. Other fun activities include indoor rock climbing, inflatable sports games and a Mardi Gras challenge obstacle course where children can channel their competitive spirit. Parents are encouraged to bring their children and take advantage of free quality childcare while they shop for schools. Translation services will be available for Vietnamese and Spanish speakers.
2018 Expo sponsors include Cox Communications, Louisiana Federation for Children, EnrollNOLA, Orleans Parish School Board, United Health Care, Healthy Blue, New Orleans Campaign for Grade Level Reading, and Communities in Schools.
The event is open to the public and free Superdome parking will be available at Garage 6 on Sugar Bowl Drive. For more information on the Schools Expo, contact Arielle McConduit at 504.620.2332 or email amcconduit@urbanleaguela.org or visit
www.urbanleaguela.org/ulla/2018expo
