Parent Mentors around the state work with their districts and regional partners to provide information on transition programs, supports, services and decision-making. Want to add your event to the calendar? Send to info@parentmentors.org

March Events

Date and time: Thursday, March 12, 2020 11 am to 2 pm

Location: 755 Old Newnan Rd Carrollton, GA. 30116 

Description: Carrollton City Schools, Carroll County Schools, and Haralson County Schools are hosting a transition and job fair  for our Juniors, Seniors, previous students, and parents. Contact Missy Sullivan (770) 834-7077 ext. 7416.

Date and time: Saturday, March 14, 2020 10 am to 2 pm This event was cancelled. A new date will be announced.

Location:  Greene County High School

Description:  Tour Greene College and Career Academy, meet with representatives from Extra Special People, learn about local resources and programs. Child care will be available. Contact: Jacqueline Evans at jacqueline.evans@greene.k12.ga.us or 706-927-9192.

Date and time: Saturday, March 14, 2020 8:30 am to 12:30 pm This event was cancelled. A new date will be announced.

Location: Discovery High School 1335 Old Norcross Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Description: Gwinnett Public Schools Transition Fair. Information regarding day programs, community living supports, vocational and career services, transition resources, and recreation and leisure will be available to parents. For more information contact: https://parentmentors.org/mentor/gwinnett-county/

Date and time: Monday, March 23, 2020 9 am to 11 am and 6 pm to 8 pm Cancelled due to school closure

Location: HCBOE Perry Annex Auditorium 1600 Macon Rd, Perry, GA 31069

Description: Getting It Together Forever IEP organization and preparation tools For information contact Marina Jones, Houston County Parent Mentor (478)218-4618 Ext.27822 or marina.jones@hcbe.net

April Events

Date and time: Wednesday, April 15, 2020 10 am to 1 pm is postponed. Keep watching for updates.

Location: Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport International Concourse

Description: Wings for All Wings for All is an airport “rehearsal” specially designed for people with disabilities, their families and aviation professionals. The event is designed to alleviate some of the stress that families who have a loved-one with a disability experience when traveling by air. The program provides families with the opportunity to practice entering the airport, obtain boarding passes, go through security and board a plane. For information: https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/

Date and time: Thursday, April 16, 2020 9 am to 11am and 6 pm to 8 pm

Location: Houston County High School  920 GA-96, Warner Robins, GA 31088

Description: Learn about ESY, Extended School Year For information contact Marina Jones, Houston County Parent Mentor (478)218-4618 Ext.27822 or marina.jones@hcbe.net

Date and time: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 5:30pm -7:30 pm

Event: CCSD Transition Resource Fair

Location: Hawthorne Center 1595 Hawthorne Ave. Smyrna, Ga

May Events

Date and time: Monday, May 4, 2020 9am to 11 am and 6pm to 8 pm

Location: Perry Middle School 495 Perry Pkwy, Perry, GA 31069

Description: What to Do with Your Child this Summer For information contact Marina Jones, Houston County Parent Mentor (478)218-4618 Ext.27822 or marina.jones@hcbe.net