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In complian ce with federa l l aw, Charl otte -Me cklenbur g Sch ools administers a ll edu cat ional programs, empl oyment act iv it ies a nd adm issions
without dis cr iminat ion against any p erson on the basis of ge nder, ra ce, color , r el ig ion, nat i onal or i gin, ag e or disab il ity.
Programs for Exceptional Children
4421 Stuart Andrew Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28217
MEMORANDUM
TO: Middle and High School Principals
THRU: Brian Schultz, Chief Academic Officer
FROM: Ann Stalnaker, Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Children Programs
Tracy Hales, Transition Coordinator (contact, [email protected] or 980-343-5328)
DATE: February 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Programs for Exceptional Children (EC) Post-Secondary Transition Fair ACTION: Share Invitation to Post-Secondary Transition Fair for Students with Disabilities with EC
Department Chairs and EC Teachers, ask them to share with Parents of Students with Disabilities
Programs for Exceptional Children will host the Twenty-First Annual Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Post-
Secondary Transition Fair for students with disabilities. The fair will be held at the East Mecklenburg High
School Cafeteria on Thursday, March 22, 2018 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The purpose of the Transition Fair is to
inform parents, students and educators of the services available in Mecklenburg County for persons with
disabilities.
Service providers, colleges and local organizations that are responsive to students with disabilities will be
represented. Parent and student mini sessions (English and Spanish) will be held on Guardianship, Navigating
Services, Social Security and Vocational Rehabilitation.
Please encourage parents of students with disabilities, teachers and related services staff to attend this event. EC
teachers should use the attached parent letter and informational flyer to inform parents and students of the
upcoming event. If you have any questions, contact Tracy Hales, EC Transition Coordinator, at (980)-343-5328
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Programs for Exceptional Children
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28217
In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without
discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Accessibility: If auxiliary aids for communication are necessary for participation in a CMS program or service, participants are encouraged to notify the
ADA coordinator at least one week prior to program commencement at 980-343-6661 (voice) or [email protected].
Dear Parent or Guardian,
The Exceptional Children Department will host Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Twenty-First
Annual Post-Secondary Transition Fair at East Mecklenburg High School on Thursday, March
22, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The purpose of the Post-Secondary Transition Fair is to inform
parents, students and educators of the many services for persons with disabilities in
Mecklenburg County and North Carolina.
The Transition Fair will include:
● Approximately fifty agencies will display information and answer questions regarding
services available to students and adults with disabilities.
● A variety of schools and colleges will discuss post-secondary educational opportunities.
● Information sessions will be held on:
Social Security and Vocational Rehabilitation Services
6:00-6:30 hallway across from cafeteria
Guardianship and Navigating Services 6:30-7:00 hallway across from cafeteria
● Appetizers and desserts will be served.
Please contact Tracy Hales, Exceptional Children Transition Coordinator, at 980-343-5328 or
[email protected] for any additional information.
Sincerely,
Tracy Hales
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Twenty-First Annual Transition Fair
2018: Next Steps to Success
Thursday March 22, 2018
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
East Mecklenburg High School
6800 Monroe Road
CMS welcomes Charlotte area Transition Agencies, Community Support, Residential
Services and Colleges to participate in our resource fair to support students with
disabilities in the transition process.
Parent/Guardian Mini Sessions (English and Spanish) Time
Social Security and Vocational Rehabilitation Services 6:00-6:30
Navigating Services and Guardianship 6:30-7:00
Refreshments Provided
For more information contact: Tracy Hales @ 980.343.5328 or [email protected]
Programas Para Niños Excepcionales
4421 Stuart Andrew Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28217
En cumplimiento de la ley federal, las escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg administran todos los programas de educación, actividades laborales y admisiones sin discriminación contra ninguna persona en
base a género, raza, color, religión, origen nacional, edad o discapacidad. Accesibilidad: Si se necesitan ayudas auxiliares para la comunicación para participar en un programa o servicio de CMS, se
anima a los participantes a notificar al coordinador de la ADA al menos una semana antes del comienzo del programa al 980-343-6661 (voz) o [email protected].
Estimado Padre/Tutor,
El Departamento de Niños Excepcionales de Charlotte-Mecklenburg será la sede de la Vigésima
Primera Feria Anual de Transición después de la Secundaria en la Escuela Secundaria de East
Mecklenburg que tendrá lugar el jueves 22 de marzo de 2018 de 5:00 a 8:00 p.m. El propósito
de la Feria de Transición Post Secundaria es informar a los padres, estudiantes y educadores de
los muchos servicios para personas con discapacidades en el Condado de Mecklenburg y
Carolina del Norte.
La Feria de Transición incluirá:
● Aproximadamente cincuenta agencias que mostrarán información y responderán
preguntas sobre servicios disponibles para estudiantes y adultos con
discapacidades.
● Una variedad de escuelas y universidades discutirán las oportunidades de educación
postsecundaria.
● Las sesiones de información se llevarán a cabo en:
Servicios de Seguridad Social y Rehabilitación Vocacional
6:00-6:30en el pasillo cruzando la cafetería
Servicios de tutela y navegación 6:30-7:00en el pasillo cruzando la cafetería
● Se servirán aperitivos y postres.
Favor comuníquese con Tracy Hales, Coordinadora de transición de niños excepcionales, al 980-
343-5328 o [email protected] para cualquier información adicional.
Sinceramente,
Tracy Hales
Escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Vigésima Primera Feria Anual de Transición
2018: Próximo paso para el éxito
Jueves 22 de marzo de 2018
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Escuela secundaria East Mecklenburg
6800 Monroe Road CMS agradece a las Agencias de Transición, Apoyo Comunitario, Servicios Residenciales
and Universidades por su participación en nuestra feria de recursos que apoyar el
proceso de transición de los estudiantes con discapacidades.
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Mini sesiones para Padres / Tutor (Ingles y Español)
Tutela y Alternativas
Servicios de navegación: Exención de innovaciones y Servicios B3
Refrigerios serán servidos
Para más información contactar: Tracy Hales @ 980.343.5328 o [email protected]