Minneapolis public schools are turning on the charm to attract prospective students and parents at the annual School Information Fair.
What
At the fair, families can learn about the school options from prekindergarten to eighth grade that are in their attendance zone and citywide. Teachers and other staff members will be available to answer questions.
Child care, parking
Child care will be available. Parking at the Hyatt/Loring parking ramp will be validated for up to two hours.
When
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.
Where
Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1300 Nicollet Mall, Mpls.
Deadline
School request cards are due Feb. 29.
For more information
Contact Student Placement Services at 612-668-1840 or visit www.mpls.k12.mn.us.
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