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In this role, you will work with our school customers to drive bookings, maximize the performance of every fair, and build long-term partnerships that support student learning and literacy development.\nScholastic Book Fairs are wondrous in-person experiences that empower kids to discover books for themselves. Taking place in schools and rooted in Scholastic’s greater mission to use the power of books for the betterment of all kids, Fairs bring entire communities together.\nWe’re here to deliver an experience that inspires kids toward greatness. 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