Fort Bend Fabulous! 4th Annual International Festival & Model Search
The 4th annual festival presented by the Fort Bend Education Foundation is scheduled to take place Saturday, November 7, 2009, from 10:00 am to 3:00 p.m. in Sugar Land Town Square. The event celebrates the tremendous diversity of cultures in our school district by highlighting their unique traditions, arts, and foods.
The Fort Bend Education Foundation is partnering with Page Parkes Corporation to conduct a model search. Page Parkes is the largest model and talent agency in the southwest United States and has been instrumental in launching the careers of many famous faces. The model search is open to children 5 - 18 years old residing in Fort Bend County. For application information email the Foundation at fbef@fortbend.k12.tx.us. We will accept applications on September 26th at Wheeler Field House located at 16403 Lexington Blvd. in Sugar Land. The model and talent search finale will take place from 12:00-1:00 during the festival. Representatives from Page Parkes will judge the contestants on the runway during a fashion show and on their speaking presentation. Six winners will each receive a $1,500 scholarship to Page Parkes and a professional photo shoot complete with hair, makeup, and three looks.
The international festival will showcase booths from 18 different countries from all over the world. Entertainment will be provided on the steps of City Hall by talented artists and students of FBISD schools as well as various local dance and music programs. Area restaurants will provide a sampling of international cuisines. Students will enjoy the "Learn and Play Booth" where they can experience toys and games of different cultures. Elementary age children will receive a "Passport" for visiting each country and an international goody bag when they leave.
Any individuals or groups interested in representing their country at this event should contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281-634-1110. Booths are limited and will be assigned on a first come basis.
Model and Talent Search
The Fort Bend Education Foundation is partnering with Page Parkes Corporation to conduct a model search. Page Parkes is the largest model and talent agency in the southwest United States and has been instrumental in launching the careers of many famous faces. The model search is open to children 5 - 18 years old residing in Fort Bend County. We will accept applications on September 26th at Wheeler Field House located at 16403 Lexington Blvd. in Sugar Land. The model and talent search finale will take place during the international festival. Representatives from Page Parkes will judge the contestants on the runway during a fashion show and on their speaking presentation. Six winners will each receive a scholarship to Page Parkes and a professional photo shoot complete with hair, makeup, and three looks.
Sponsorship
If you would like to also be a sponsor of the international, please complete and return our sponsorship form. Should you have any questions, please contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281.634.1110 or lisa.kulhanek@fortbend.k12.tx.us
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Country Booths
At the Passport to the World international festival you will be offered a feast for all your senses as booths from 16 different countries display their cultural traditions and décor. Elementary age children will want to be sure to visit the cultural booths where they can record their travels in their "Passports". After visiting booths they can turn in their passport and receive a goody bag.
If you would be interested in having a country booth at the festival please complete and return the Country Booth Form. These forms are considered on first-come-first-serve basis. Should you have any questions, please contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281.634.1110 or lisa.kulhanek@fortbend.k12.tx.us.
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Food Booths
To accentuate the cultural experience at the Passport to the World international festival, various ethnic restaurants will offer international cuisine that you can buy. The delicious smells alone will make you want to try a sampling from various cultures.
If you would be interested in having a food booth at the festival please complete and return the Food Booth Form. These forms are considered on first-come-first-serve basis. Should you have any questions, please contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281.634.1110 or lisa.kulhanek@fortbend.k12.tx.us.
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Performances
During the Passport to the World international festival, you will be entertained from the steps of City Hall with talented artists and students from FBISD and a host of regional dance and music schools. If you have a performance group that would like to participate in the festival please complete and return the Performance Contract. These contracts are considered on a first-come-first-serve basis. Should you have any questions, please contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281.634.1110 or lisa.kulhanek@fortbend.k12.tx.us.
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