Post-Grad Fair for Special Needs Students Set for Thursday at Calhoun

Bellmore-Merrick students with disabilities will explore their post-secondary options Thursday at the 2014 College and Trade School Fair, sponsored by SEPTA.

Experts from more than 50 colleges and trade schools will present on their highly successful programs Attendees will hear from professionals, as well as students and parents on their experiences since leaving high school.

The conference will give step-by-step recommendations on the application process to college for individuals with a wide range of disabilities and abilities, including learning, emotional and motor impairments.

The program will run from 6-8 p.m. Registration begins at 6 p.m. before tables open at 6:30 p.m. Breakout sessions will begin at 7 p.m.

Contact Cheryl Gitlitz, the district-wide transition coordinator, at (516) 992-1349 or cgitlitz@bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us for more information.