Parents interested in exploring different educational options for their children are invited to the 2017 Education Fair of Smyth County, where they can learn about area public and private schools and homeschooling.

WHAT:

  • An education fair highlighting schools and educational options in Smyth County

WHO:

  • Reps from area public and private schools and homeschooling groups
  • Parents of school-age children

WHEN:

  • 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017 (snow date: Jan. 31)

WHERE:

  • Chilhowie Christian Church

Event planners include the Chamber of Commerce of Smyth County.

Held every January, National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness effort designed to shine a positive spotlight on effective education options for every child. Through thousands of independently planned events across the country, National School Choice Week raises public awareness of all types of educational choices available to children. These options include traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, online learning, private schools, and homeschooling.