The 1st Bell Luncheon 2026

Join the Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce as we welcome and celebrate the newest educators joining Portage Township Schools for the upcoming school year!

The 1st Bell "New Teacher" Luncheon is an opportunity for new teachers, school administrators, community leaders, business professionals, and residents to come together and build connections that strengthen our community. As educators begin their journey with Portage Township Schools, we invite the community to help make them feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Attendees will enjoy lunch while networking with new teachers, school staff, local businesses, elected officials, and community organizations. This event serves as a bridge between our schools and the greater Portage community, fostering relationships that benefit students, families, educators, and local businesses alike.

Whether you attend, sponsor, or both, your participation helps demonstrate the Portage community's commitment to supporting education and welcoming those who will help shape the next generation.

We look forward to celebrating and welcoming the newest members of the Portage Township Schools family!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting Sponsor – $1,000 (1 available)

• Event named: “1st Bell Luncheon Presented by BUSINESS NAME”
• Opportunity to Welcome Attendees
• Logo on All Marketing
• 2 Event Tickets
• Promotional item at each seat (provided by sponsor)
• Group Photo opportunity
• Everything in Teacher, Teacher Champion & Supporting Sponsorships.

Supporting Sponsor – $500 (4 available)

• Everything in Teacher & Teacher Champion Sponsorships, with enhanced logo visibility
• 1 Event Ticket
• Recognition during program
• Promotional Item in Teacher Survival Bags (provided by sponsor)

Teacher Champion – $100

Covers two teachers attendance, name listed in event program, name on table tents, plus Everything in Teacher Sponsorship.

Teacher Sponsor – $50
Help welcome a new educator by sponsoring their complimentary luncheon attendance. Teacher Sponsors will be recognized on event web page and in sponsor thank you post on social media.