ACADEMIC INITIATIVE
Resource Fairs
Resource Fairs support students and families at key educational transitions—from entering kindergarten to planning for college. These in-person events connect families with schools, programs, and support services to help children thrive from early learning through postsecondary education.
ACADEMIC INITIATIVE
Resource
Fairs
Resource Fairs support students and families at key educational transitions—from entering kindergarten to planning for college. These in-person events connect families with schools, programs, and support services to help children thrive from early learning through postsecondary education.
Academic Initiatives offer programs and supports that strengthen students’ skills, knowledge, and confidence in core academic areas.
Our Programs > Resource Fairs
Smooth Transitions, Strong Foundations
Big changes happen at key points in a student’s journey—starting kindergarten, moving into middle school, and beginning high school. These milestones can be exciting but also challenging for students and their families. On the first day, every student should walk into school feeling confident, prepared, and supported by their family, school, and community.
shift_ed believes that smooth transitions at these pivotal stages create lifelong benefits. That’s why we host annual Pre-K to 12th Grade Resource Fairs across Guilford County, connecting families with essential services—from academic support and mental health care to before- and after-school programs, summer opportunities, healthcare, and food resources.
By bringing together schools, nonprofits, faith communities, and local service providers, shift_ed helps build a strong network of support so students can approach each new chapter with confidence and the tools they need to succeed.
What You’ll Find at Our Resource Fairs
Our resource fairs bring together everything students and families need to start the school year ready and confident, including:
Applications for kindergarten, middle school, and high school
Information about school transportation
School location assignment based on your address
Access to school nutrition resources
Physicals
Immunizations
Hearing & vision screenings
Information about after-school programs
Dental checks
Guilford County students attended a resource fair in 2024-2025.
Kindergarten Resource Fairs
shift_ed hosts annual Kindergarten Resource Fairs to help families prepare for the transition into kindergarten. A smooth start to kindergarten supports long-term success in school. Fairs are typically held each spring.
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College Resource Fairs
Our College/Postsecondary Resource Fairs connect high school students with hundreds of colleges and universities to explore admissions, programs, financial aid, and scholarships—empowering them to make informed decisions about their future.
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Amanda Mehl
As shift_ed’s Vice President of Collaborative Education, I’m excited to lead our Resource Fairs, connecting students and families with the tools, services, and confidence they need to navigate key educational transitions and thrive at every stage.
Program Focus
Elementary School
Middle School
High School
