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BCPS Students with Disabilities Prepare for Their Futures at HiREe Job Fair on Saturday, March 28 Posted on February 26, 2020 Jump to Section Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. February 26, 2020 MEDIA ADVISORY WHO: Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) students with disabilities, local business partners and community agencies. WHAT: HiREe (High School Recruitment Event) Job Fair WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2020, 9 a.m. – Noon WHERE: Nova Southeastern University – Rick Case Arena, Don Taft University Center, 3301 College Avenue, Davie, FL 33314 WHY: BCPS is hosting the HiREe Job Fair to provide students with disabilities an opportunity to connect with area businesses and community agencies, to explore career options and future employment opportunities. More than 200 students, representing all BCPS high schools, are expected to participate in the HiREe Job Fair. The event provides a venue for students to meet and greet with prospective employers, learn about job possibilities and participate in mock interviews. Participating businesses and agencies include Walgreens, Broward County government, Broward College, Florida Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, The Arc Broward and many more. The District’s transition programs for students with disabilities offer support to students as they prepare for life after graduation. From career and technical education to independent living skills, students are provided the resources and supports needed to achieve success. The HiREe Job Fair is an integral part of the transition planning process. ### ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS “Committed to educating all students to reach their highest potential.” Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is committed to educating all students to reach their highest potential. BCPS has over 271,500 students and approximately 175,000 adult students in 241 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 91 charter schools. BCPS serves a diverse student population, representing 177 different languages. Connect with BCPS: Visit the BCPS website browardschools.com Follow BCPS on Twitter @browardschools and Facebook facebook.com/browardschools Listen to WSBR Radio 740 AM