COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents across Central Ohio can learn about all of the different school options available for their kids on Saturday, Jan. 24–all in one room. The Greater Columbus K-12 School Fair starts at 11:00 AM at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, and more than 46 public, charter, and private schools will have representatives available to talk with families about their school options as well as the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.

The event, organized by School Choice Ohio in collaboration with the nonprofit National School Choice Awareness Foundation, is timed to coincide with National School Choice Week. It will take place at the Africa Events Center at the Columbus Zoo from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 24, 2026. In addition to searching for schools, attendees can enjoy an interactive photo booth, face painting, and complimentary snacks. 

"School Choice Ohio is excited to host the Greater Columbus K-12 School Fair at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium," said Ann Riddle, Director of Provider Outreach at School Choice Ohio. "This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to explore the many different school options available in Franklin County—all in a fun and engaging setting."

National School Choice Week runs Jan. 25–31 and includes 28,000 events across America. The goal of the week is to raise awareness about the various education options available to families, empower parents to find the learning environment that best suits their child's needs, and help them feel confident in navigating those choices.

For more information, visit  schoolchoiceweek.com/events/greater-columbus-k-12-school-fair 

The National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We show parents how K–12 school choice can change their children's lives, and then guide them through the process of finding schools that best meet their children's needs. Our three charitable programs––National School Choice Week, Navigate School Choice, and Conoce tus Opciones Escolares––raise equal awareness of the public, charter, magnet, private, online, home, and nontraditional education options available for families. We are nonpolitical and do not advocate for or against legislation at any level of government.

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