The details
Jag Fest will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the school, 12333 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin.
Wristbands for Jag Fest can be purchased here for a suggested donation of $10 each. All proceeds from the fundraising event will go toward the school and the school's Parent Teacher Association.
Some of the day's activities will include:
- Bounce houses
- Obstacle courses
- A rock wall
- A costume contest
- Balloon animals
- Face painting
- Games
- Vendor booths
- Food and drinks
NYOS—which stands for Not Your Ordinary School—is a free, public charter school.
Community Outreach Specialist Blanca Martinez said the school was started in 1998 by a group of parents who wanted to provide a better education for their children. Twenty-five years later, the school has grown to serve more than 1,700 prekindergarten through 12th grade students.
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School officials said they welcome families and friends who are looking to help.
Some ways to assist include:
- Signing up to donate time or items, such as bottled water, desserts or other concession items
- Checking with school clubs or sports to see if they need assistance
- Offering to donate items to the silent auction
- Hosting a vendor booth
Those with questions can email [email protected] or call 512-583-6967.
