Discovery High School will host Gwinnett County Public Schools’ 2020 Transition Fair for students with disabilities, their families, and educators. This is the 14th year of the event that will provide information about community services and resources for young people who have disabilities and may need assistance as they transition to adulthood.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with local agency representatives regarding various options available for school-aged students as well as transitional services to post-school activities and employment.
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Jackie McNair, a parent mentor with Gwinnett’s Office of Special Education, has a special needs child who has used some of the services offered when she transitioned from a student to an adult.
“I let parents know that I’m in the trenches with them,” said McNair. “I’ve gone through the same experiences.”
Breakout sessions will cover topics including day programs, community living supports, vocational and career services, transition resources, and recreation and leisure opportunities. The fair takes place 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14 at Discovery High, 1335 Old Norcross Road, Lawrenceville.
Information: 678-301-7110 or Transition_Fair@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
