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Welcome to the March 2025 edition of The Able Trust's Empower newsletter. Read on for news about our recent event celebrating some of our most passionate supporters, updates on the successes of our youth programs, and more!

At our recent Crossing the Stage celebration, The Able Trust recognized Florida Senator Nick DiCeglie and the late John Pettingill as Legislator and Philanthropist of the Year, respectively, for their outstanding support of our programs for students with disabilities.

In early March, The Able Trust helped facilitate the fifth annual Tallahassee State College Transition Fair for high school students with disabilities. This event was an outstanding example of the longtime partnership between The Able Trust and TSC.

Now in its second year, The Able Trust Futures in Focus program continues to grow and expand local career and postsecondary exploration opportunities to more Florida students with disabilities. Futures in Focus students from Jackson County recently toured Lively Technical College in Tallahassee and learned about vocational training in a range of fields including culinary arts.

Duval Students Take to the Waves on Coast Guard Tour

A group of students from Duval County High School High Tech recently had an awesome day learning about the wide range of careers and benefits of enlisting in the U.S. Coast Guard--all while out on the water!

Broward Sheriff's Office Fire Station Welcomes HSHT Students

At Broward Sheriff's Office Fire and Rescue Station 102, Broward County High School High Tech students took part in a hands-on exploration of what it takes to succeed as part of a firefighting crew. See more photos and get additional information on our Student Impacts and Highlights page.

Interested in Strengthening

High School High Tech?

- Would you host a tour of your business or industry for your local High School High Tech students?

- Interested in speaking to HSHT students about college or training programs?

Let us connect you to your local HSHT program coordinator so you can make a difference in the lives of students with disabilities.

Invest in Florida's Future Workforce

Investing in preparing students with disabilities for post-secondary success helps nurture a stronger talent pipeline for Florida at large.

As our state’s workforce continues to evolve, it is imperative that we focus on opportunities to provide students with disabilities with the tools to adapt, grow, and advance in their chosen fields.

The Able Trust, also known as the Florida Endowment Foundation for Vocational Rehabilitation, is a 501(c)(3) public charity established by the Florida Legislature in 1990 as a direct support organization for the 

Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Its mission is to advance employment for Floridians with disabilities through engagement, investment, and collaboration.