Banners & Signs

  • Oak Park Unified School District (OPUSD) desires to promote positive relationships between schools and community organizations. Just as community organizations can build support for the schools, the schools can cooperate with these groups under certain circumstances by publicizing services, special events, and public meetings of interest to students and parents.

     

    Banners are only permitted for vendors approved by OPUSD for facility use on specific school sites. 

     

    Banners and Signs for Events: We encourage school groups, booster groups, parent organizations, community groups, civic groups, and recognized community youth organizations to promote their activities through banners and signs on our facilities. However, certain conditions must be adhered to:

    1. Approval: Before installing any banner sign, the applicant group must obtain approval from the District (Application Link). This ensures proper coordination and adherence to guidelines.

    2. Quality and Professionalism: Banner signs must be fabricated using quality materials and professionally designed. The aim is to maintain a visually appealing environment that reflects positively on our district.

    3. Size Limitation: Banner signs should not exceed 32 square feet in size. This limitation ensures that the signage remains proportional and not overly obtrusive.

    4. Safety Considerations: Banner signs should not obstruct the line of sight for motorists or pedestrians. Safety remains a paramount concern.

    5. Relevant Promotion: Banner signs are intended for Oak Park and OPUSD-related functions, nonprofit organizations, or community service entities that cater to our district's residents.

    6. Duration: Banner signs advertising events or activities can remain posted on District facilities for up to 14 calendar days before the event.

    7. Removal Process: It is the responsibility of the applicant group to remove the banner sign within one business day following the approved removal date. Failure to do so will result in removal by District personnel.

    Banners and Signs for Advertising/Fundraising: Non-school-related organizations can place fundraising banners to support school organizations (i.e., athletic teams, clubs) and parent organizations. However, the following guidelines must be followed:

    1. Approval: Before installing any fundraising banner sign, an applicant group must obtain approval from the site principal or designated school official (Application Link).

    2. Quality and Size: Similar to event banners, fundraising banner signs should be of high quality and not exceed 32 square feet in size.

    3. Placement Restrictions: Fundraising banner signs from supporting or sponsoring businesses can be placed around field fences, facing the field only. They should not be visible from public access streets, community streets, or sidewalks.

    4. Duration: Fundraising banner signs are permitted for a maximum of one season or one semester, as per the school site's schedule.

    5. Removal Process: Following the seasonal or semester schedule, fundraising banner signs must be removed within one business day. Failure to comply will result in District personnel removing the banner.

    Please adhere to these guidelines to ensure the appropriate and effective use of banners and signs on our facilities. By working together, we can create a positive visual environment that benefits our schools and the community.

     

    For more information, please contact Annette Segal at 818-735-3254.