January 24, 2026

Maryland School Choice Fair

THE SCHOOL CHOICE FAIR IS A FORUM FOR FAMILIES TO LEARN ABOUT SCHOOL CHOICE with more than 40 schools including public schools, public charter schools, specialty schools, faith schools, micro schools, on line schools, boarding schools and home schooling. The Fair will also feature representatives from more than 20 summer programs and activities and a HBCU expo. For entertainment, the Fair will showcase the National School Choice Week Dance, DC Retro Jumpers (Double-Dutch), facepainting, a raffle, as well as a children’s book give-away and an "old school" CD & LP record give-away. Complimentary Chair Massages will be offered by Columbia Chiropractic Center.

St. Mary's Catholic School
7201 Annapolis Rd,
Landover Hills, MD

Join us at St. Mary's Catholic School, located off the BW Parkway in Landover. The Fair is easily accessible from various communities, and our venue ensures convenience for all attendees. We're thrilled to be a nexus where diverse communities converge to explore and celebrate independent education.

Plan Your Metro Route

The Maryland School Choice Fair will feature Higher Learning: A Taste of the American HBCU tradition. With alumni admissions tables from more than 20 HBCUs, a Step-And-Scroll Drumline and an HBCU academic demonstration featuring the only HBCU platform showcasing the academic offerings of HBCUs; this event is an HBCU extravaganza.

National School Choice Week

National School Choice Week (NSCW) informs, inspires, and empowers parents to discover the K-12 education options available for their children, while generating widespread public awareness of the importance of opportunity in K-12 education. PGPAEO and BSF are proud to Partner with National School Choice Week.

Tips for Attending:

Get the Most Out of Your School Fair Experience

Attending the School Choice Fair is an exciting opportunity to explore various educational options for your child. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your visit.

It is completely free!

Have a Plan

Text below is a list of participating schools. Start research on difference schooling models (here). Create a list of schools and schooling options to visit before the event.

Think of Significant Questions

Be honest and consider what types of questions your child might ask.

Visit as many areas as possible

Our event will utilize spaces across St. Mary's space. Check out the Expo, the schools, the entertainment, etc.

Make it Fun!

Make sure to stop by the information tables, where you can find various organizations offering education services.