Next Step Education's 12th Annual College, Career & Services Fair
Join us on September 13, 2025
Join us for the Next Step Education Foundation’s 12th Annual College, Career, and Services Fair! It's an exciting and impactful event designed to connect high school students and their families with the resources, opportunities, and guidance they need to confidently take their next steps after graduation.
This dynamic fair brings together a wide range of colleges and universities, career pathway programs, scholarship providers, and student support services under one roof. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with college admissions representatives, industry professionals, financial aid experts, military recruiters, and community resource organizations who are ready to answer questions, share insights, and offer support.
Whether you’re planning for college, exploring career options, or seeking essential services and scholarships, this event is your one-stop shop to get informed, inspired, and equipped.
Event Highlights Include:
Who Should Attend: High school students, recent graduates, parents, educators, and youth-serving organizations.
Come discover your next step—college, career, or beyond—and leave with actionable tools and connections that can transform your future.
This dynamic fair brings together a wide range of colleges and universities, career pathway programs, scholarship providers, and student support services under one roof. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with college admissions representatives, industry professionals, financial aid experts, military recruiters, and community resource organizations who are ready to answer questions, share insights, and offer support.
Whether you’re planning for college, exploring career options, or seeking essential services and scholarships, this event is your one-stop shop to get informed, inspired, and equipped.
Event Highlights Include:
- College & university booths from across the country
- Career and technical education program representatives
- On-the-spot admissions and scholarship opportunities
- Access to student services including mentorship, test prep, and other resources
Who Should Attend: High school students, recent graduates, parents, educators, and youth-serving organizations.
Come discover your next step—college, career, or beyond—and leave with actionable tools and connections that can transform your future.
Location
Morrow High School
4930 Steele Rd, Ellenwood, GA 30294, USA
4930 Steele Rd, Ellenwood, GA 30294, USA
Date & Time
September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Past Highlights
Next Step Education, in partnership with the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation and College Readiness 101, hosts an annual College, Career & Services Fair in Clayton County. This is one of the first major fairs of the recruitment season in the metro Atlanta area. In the past 7 years, students have received $6.2 million in on-the-spot scholarship offers and have connected with college recruiters from all over the country.
College Readiness 101
Our Executive Director has curated an award-winning college preparatory curriculum designed to assist families with their high school to college transition. Used all around the country, College Readiness 101 is making an impact for students, parents, and college access programs.
Getting into college is about more than just good grades... it’s about having the right guidance, tools, and confidence to make informed decisions. That’s where College Readiness 101 comes in. With Netflix-style college preparatory video libraries, award-winning workbooks, and college access events, College Readiness 101 meets students and parents exactly where they are, on their phones, laptops, or tablets.
We take a 2-generational approach to college preparation, educating the entire household. Whether you're just getting started or preparing to hit submit on applications, our self-paced content puts the power of preparation in your hands. You can explore our Parent University, Student Success Academy, and other resources today!
Coming Fall 2025!
The Parent University is an on-demand, video-based course designed to equip parents of 8th–12th grade students with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to support their child’s journey to college. Through short, easy-to-follow lessons, parents will learn how to navigate academic planning, financial aid, scholarships, campus visits, applications, and more. Whether you’re new to the college process or looking to stay informed, Parent University empowers you to be an active, informed partner in your student’s success anytime, anywhere.
