April 16 – 26, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Contact: Launa Rabago

Phone:   520-762-9100 x 14

Email:    Launa@Pimacountyfair.com

 

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS and OPPORTUNITIES

Information and registration forms can be found on our website at www.PimaCountyFair.com

 

Read and Ride Program -Pima County Fair, and Ray Cammack Shows push for literacy!  Kids read three books, complete a summary on the Read and Ride form and receive a free carnival ride pass (good for 3 rides).   There is a limit of one Read and Ride Pass per child.  Read and Ride forms have been mailed to school libraries, school districts and can be emailed or mailed upon request.  Read and Ride forms are also available at all Pima County Libraries.   For more information, please visit www.PimaCountyFair.com or call 762-FAIR.

 

Pima County Fair Super Student Program - To recognize students, K-12 who go the extra mile by making the Student of the Week/Month, and/or perfect attendance second semester.  The program is also for students who have made behavioral modifications and/or efforts to improve grades.   Honored students only will receive free admission to the fair, parents and siblings are not included in the promotion.   Requests must come from the School Counselor and be signed by the school Principal.   On school letterhead, fax request for Student Honors Program to Attn:  Super Student Program 762-5005.  Deadline:  April 1, 2009. 

 

Student Art Program – Student artwork on display.  For more information, contact Peggy Bauernfeind at

762-9100 x 16.  For more information, visit www.PimaCountyFair.com.  The deadline for student entries has been extended through the fair and will be granted space upon availability.

 

Student Performer Program - Students of all ages and skill levels are provided an opportunity to perform before a paying audience at an outdoor venue, with experienced professional sound, light and stage technicians.   Contact Launa Rabago x 762-9100 x14 to receive a performer application.  If leaving a message, please be certain to include your school fax number.   Deadline:  April 1, 2009

 

Pima County Fair Field Trip Program – Field trips are free but require pre-registration.   On school letterhead, fax a written request for Student Field Trip Application to Attn:  Field Trips:  762-5005.  Deadline:  April 1, 2009.

 

FIELD TRIP ACTIVITIES:

4-H and animal barns - Learn about agriculture and animal husbandry.  For more information, contact Bob Peterson at the 4-H Extension office, 626-5161.

 

Interactive Science Center for Kids – located in Old Pueblo Hall and open during regular building hours.  Includes a physics center, appropriate for ages K – 8th grade.  Open during Old Pueblo Hall hours.

 

Agricultural Center for Kids – located in Old Pueblo Hall.  Appropriate for ages 2 – 10.  Children can pick “produce grown” on the Farm, “milk” a “cow”, and climb on the tractor.  The agriculture center provides children the opportunity to experience agriculture in a fun and educational experience.  Open during Old Pueblo Hall hours.

 

World Vision Experience:  AIDS.  An interactive, walk through exhibit designed to raise awareness about the affects of the international AIDS pandemic on children in developing countries.  The exhibit profiles 4 real children and is inspired by their own, real experiences.  This exhibit has been on display in churches, schools and other venues across the country and is appropriate for ages 10 and up.  Parents and teachers can preview the exhibit at, www.worldvisionexperience.org, prior to visiting the exhibit.

Located in Pima Hall, noon – 9:00.