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The Military Child World Expo "Showcase"

April 26, 2026

Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (A Simon Mall)

1100 South Hayes St, Arlington, Virginia 22202

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Showcase Nomination/Entry Form

Performer Information

Performer / Group Name*

Performer Information*

First name*

Last name*

Email*

Phone

City/State/Country

Age & Category

Age (or Average Age of Group*

Grade Level (if applicable)*

Performer Type (check all that apply)*

Military Child (Youth/Teen)

Military Child (Adult/Alumni)

Civilian Youth

Civilian Adult

Group (Mixed Military & Civilian)

Parent/Guardian Contact (if performer is under 18)

Parent/Guardian Name

Parent/Guardian Phone

Parent/Guardian Email

Award Categories Entering

America's Celebration Recognition

Best Vocal Performance

Best Dance/Movement Performance

Best Instrumental Performance

Best Spoken Word/Poetry/Drama

Crowd Favorite Audience Vote

Unbreakable Crowns Awards

Youth Leadership & Resilience

Innovation & Creativity Award

STEM/ Entrepreneuship/Digital Media Project

Cultural Excellence Award

Cultural Heritage/Global Pride

Performance/Project Details

Title of Performance/Project*

Short Description (50-100 words)*

Performance Length (Minutes)*

Age-Appropriate Audience Level*

Elementary

Middle

High School

All ages

Technical & Production Needs

Audio Needs

Microphone

Music Playback

Other

Visual/AV Needs

Screen

Projector

Lighting Effects

Other

Space Needs

Stage Space Only

Table

Power Outlet

Internet Access

Props/Equipment You Will Bring

Preferred Scheduling Window (if any conflicts)

Media & Headshot

Headshot/Photo Upload Link or File

File upload

Optional Perfomance Video/Audio Link

Acknowledgement & Consent

I agree that all content will be family-friendly, safe, and free from pyrotechnics, fire, alcohol, tobacco, or prohibited items.

I will attend the scheduled sound check/rehearsal and arrive on time for the performance.

I grant the Military Child World Expo 2026 (MCWE 2026) permission to photograph, record, and share my image and performance for promotional and archival use.

Performer / Parent / Guardian Signature

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Date

Month

Day

Year

Submit your completed form and attachments to: awards@themilitarychildworldexpo.com Subject: Showcase Awards Entry - [Performer Name]

The Military Child World Expo (MCWE 2026) is a mission-driven, nonprofit educational initiative dedicated to supporting the entire military-connected community, including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, veterans, retirees, Department of Defense/War, civilians, and their families.

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2461 Eisenhower Avenue

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Phone: 703-646-8410

Email: info@themilitarychildworldexpo.com

Open To The Public

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Entry: Free Entry

Psalm 127:3–4 (NIV) — Legacy & Generational Promise “Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth.”

© 2026 by The Military Child World Expo Foundation

The Military Child World Expo is the flagship national convening of the Military Child World Expo Foundation (MCWEF), The National Association for Military-Connected Children. A 501 (C) (3) Organization

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