Wesley Chapel, Fla. – The Able Trust awarded the Champion of Opportunity Award to Tina Pepin, Executive Director of the Pepin Family Foundation. The award, presented during a celebration luncheon at Saddlebrook Resort, recognized an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, compassion, and commitment to expanding opportunities for young people with disabilities. At the heart […]
After struggling in school while living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder, postsecondary education was just about the last thing on Zach Staubitz’s mind as graduation drew closer. “I loved school, but I wasn’t really looking at college when I was a senior,” said Staubitz. “I was like ‘let me just graduate […]
(Editor’s note: This narrative was contributed by Alexandra “Axel” Garcia, a High School High Tech student from Broward County. The following is Axel’s personal story of the impact participating in the High School High Tech program has had on her career goals, aspirations, and self-confidence.) High school was never easy for me. Living with ADHD […]
After crossing the stage at their high school graduation ceremonies, many alumni of the Florida High School High Tech program for students with disabilities either enter the workforce right away or pursue additional education at a college, university, or technical school. Gulf County’s Aden Hortin heard a different calling when he graduated in 2024. “When […]
CategoriesHigh School High TechFor students and educators alike, the end of the school year is a time for reflection—on lessons learned, relationships forged, and goals achieved. The Madison County High School High Tech program’s end-of-year celebration Tuesday was no exception. With students, parents and local education officials in attendance, the celebration honored Madison’s 2024-25 High School High Tech […]
Dr. Alexis Doyle is the director of national accounts for Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. Doyle also serves as a member of the Board of Directors for The Able Trust, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating as the direct support organization for the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Tina Pepin is the executive director of the Pepin […]
The Able Trust President and CEO Allison Chase recently appeared on the Aegis Biz & Tech Podcast to discuss the history of the organization and her personal journey to lead it. Chase also discussed the Florida High School High Tech program, which is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary. Watch the video below to listen and […]
Tallahassee Democrat Op-Ed Allison Chase Your TurnAugust 20, 2024 As high school seniors across the region begin their last year of education before crossing the graduation stage, The Able Trust is celebrating a milestone of our own—the 30th anniversary of our High School High Tech (HSHT) program for Florida students with all kinds of disabilities. In […]
