The annual Minneapolis public school showcase of district and charter school choices happens on Jan. 25 at the Minneapolis Convention Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Families can meet with representatives of public schools located in Minneapolis, learn about school choices for their area, and gain information about pre-kindergarten to high school programs.

Free parking paid for with vouchers from the fair will be available at city ramps at 1111 Marquette Av. and 1001 2nd Av. S. Shuttle service will be available from 10 locations in the city, with details posted on the district's web site.

The deadline for submitting a school choice card for the 2014-2015 school year is Feb. 28.