Homemade kites of all shapes, colors and sizes will take flight. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Highest Flying, Largest, Smallest, Most Original, Prettiest, and Best All-Around. To qualify for an award, a kite must be homemade and must have a continuous flying time of at least one minute.
In case of inclement weather April 12, the kites will be judged in Woody Auditorium in all the above categories except Highest Flying.
The public is invited to attend and encouraged to participate in the free activities.
David Weech, who recently moved to Seymour, and whose children attend The King’s Academy, is directing the event. Weech organized kite festivals in The Bahamas where he previously resided. He is available to assist in kite design and construction.
Sponsorships are sought for the event. Businesses or persons interested in sponsoring participants for $100, or who wish to provide prizes, are advised that such gifts are tax deductible.
Proceeds from the event will be divided evenly to benefit the academy’s 2007-2008 Annual Fund, Investing in Students for Today and Eternity, and the middle school baseball program.
Registration forms are available by calling (865) 573-8321 or emailing development@thekingsacademy.net. Persons seeking additional information about sponsorships may contact TKA’s Director of Development Bob Deatherage at (865) 573-8321. David Weech may be contacted for answers to kite building questions or other information at (865) 560-6729.
The King’s Academy is located in Seymour, one mile from Chapman Highway, just off Boyds Creek Highway (338) at 202 Smothers Road, Seymour, TN 37865. Concessions will be available for purchase.