Noble Crossing Elementary teacher Amanda Thorner runs a game at the school’s booth July 26 at the annual Back to School Bash at Federal Hill Commons. The event served as the official kickoff to Noblesville Schools 150th anniversary celebrations. Nearly 100 community and school booths, featuring art, athletics, music, food, games and other activities, made up the event. (Submitted photos)

Noblesville High School cheerleaders and dancers perform.

Conner Prairie historical interpreters show visitors what school used to be like in years past.

Tania Stultz, an English language collaborative teacher at Hinkle Creek and Hazel Dell Elementary schools, leads a project at her booth.