What is the MCPSBack-to-School Fair?

Family Fun

Get Information

Community Resources

Meet MCPS Staff

Health Screenings

Get School Supplies

Entertainment

Kick Off the New School Year

What People Say About the Fair…

“Everything was great. I could not believe how friendly everyone was.”

“There was lots to find out about and lots of fun too.”

“Loved the wealth of information.”

“People really were nice and helpful.”

“It was very informative and had information in different languages.”

“Questions were answered and staff members were friendly.”

“Great way to start school.”

“You helped my family by giving us free school supplies—thank you.”

“The school supplies, school information, and community resources all in one place with fun for kids—wow.”

“Everybody was so happy and looking forward to school.”

“Fun, fun, fun!”

Sponsorship

• Cosponsor of Back-to-School Fair (including recognition/logo in publicity materials) • Special thank-you announcements on MCPS TV• Onstage recognition and photo with Superintendent and Board of Education members• Commemorative DVD of Back-to-School Fair • Commemorative plaque• Name of organization listed in Back-to-School Fair program • Recognition on MCPS website• Thank-you letter

Platinum Level$20,000 and up

Gold Level($10,000 and up) • Special thank-you announcements on MCPS TV• Onstage recognition and photo with Superintendent and Board of Education members• Commemorative DVD of Back-to-School Fair • Commemorative plaque • Name of organization listed in Back-to-School Fair program • Recognition on MCPS website • Thank-you letter

Silver Level($5,000 and up)

• Onstage recognition and photo with Superintendent and Board of Education members• Commemorative DVD of Back-to-School Fair • Commemorative plaque • Name of organization listed in Back-to-School Fair program • Recognition on MCPS website • Thank-you letter

Community Partner ($1,000 and up)• Copy of commemorative program• Name of organization listed in Back-to-School Fair program • Recognition on MCPS website• Thank-you letter Community Advocate ($500 and up)• Name listed in Back-to-School Fair program• Recognition on MCPS website• Thank-you letter Friend (Under $500)• Recognition on MCPS website • Thank-you letter

Why Sponsor?

• Transportation—Buses to and from Fair• Crossing Guards• Security Guards • Backpacks and School Supplies

• Tents and Stages• Portable Restroom Facilities• Water and Snacks for Attendees• Volunteers • Supporting Services Staff

Other Ways to Help• Benefits Days• Serve as Backpack/School Supply Drive Sponsors and Collection Sites• Donate Backpacks and School Supplies• Donate Items for Free Door Prizes

See You in 2011!