We occasionally receive questions about National School Choice Week’s celebration supplies. If you have received an activity packet for National School Choice Week and you have questions about next steps, check out the FAQ’s below. If you have additional questions, email us at participation@schoolchoiceweek.com.
How can I best use National School Choice Week supplies?
The sky’s the limit! There are so many different ways to celebrate, and how you participate is completely up to you. Here are some celebration ideas to get you inspired. Regardless of how you choose to participate, we are very grateful for your participation.
How can I receive free supplies for National School Choice Week?
There are two ways to receive free NSCW supplies. First, schools and homeschool groups may receive a free activity packet when you sign up to participate. These supplies include signage, wristbands, placards, stickers, and other activity-focused materials. In addition, any school, homeschool group, or organization can apply to receive a free Deluxe Event Planner Kit. This kit includes 75 of our signature yellow fleece scarves, signs, posters, banner, pennant and more. To receive the kit, you must provide details of your qualifying NSCW event or activity using our online form.
Can I purchase additional National School Choice Week supplies?
Yes. By popular demand, we have added an online store which includes items for sale that can supplement the free materials we send to all participants. All of the proceeds from the sale of NSCW merchandise benefit NSCW’s charitable purposes.
I requested supplies from NSCW. When will I receive them?
Items purchased in our store will ship immediately. Free supply orders will be shipped by mid-January, ensuring that all materials will arrive in time for National School Choice Week.
Why did I receive a box of free NSCW supplies?
We send free celebration supplies to schools, homeschool groups and organizations who meet one of the following criteria:
- you, or someone at your organization or school, specifically requested the supplies from us via email, mailing, or fax;
- you have previously registered for NSCW and your participation has been renewed automatically, with notification by us , or
- an organization that supports your work asked us to send you supplies.
Please note: these supplies are completely free, and we encourage and invite you to keep them! If you still feel that you have received this free gift in error, please refer to our return page for instructions.
Can I return my box of supplies?
We encourage and invite you to keep the supplies and enjoy them! They are completely free, and there are so many ways to participate. Don’t feel pressured to plan a big event or activity with the supplies; simply handing out scarves and other materials to your coworkers, students, and others can go a long way towards raising awareness of opportunity in education! If you still would like to return the supplies, you may please visit our returns page here: Returns Page. Purchases in our online store are not eligible for return but you may cancel your order within 24 hours of placing it by emailing participation@schoolchoiceweek.com or calling 202-480-2927.
How do I opt out from future shipments?
Please fill out the following form to opt out from our mailings and/or shipments, by clicking here: Opt Out Form