INDIANAPOLIS---As a new academic year quickly approaches, the NCAA Hall of Champions is opening its doors to Indianapolis-area students to get them excited about heading back to school. On Saturday, August 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central time, children from around central Indiana are invited to attend a "Back to School Bash" for $1, at the NCAA Hall of Champions.

As part of the festivities, children attending the event will receive complimentary school supplies including notebooks, pens, rulers, and lunch/art boxes. The children also will have the opportunity to experience the challenges and triumphs of NCAA student-athletes through interactive exhibits and displays located throughout the NCAA Hall of Champions.

The "Back to School Bash" not only gives students the opportunity to learn about the NCAA experience and share in student-athlete success stories, but also offers an array of other activities including:

• A Radio Disney live broadcast
• Autographs by Disney