Growth, Empowerment and Community Service
On Friday, October 4th, the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. team had a fun outing to Publix to gather supplies for the Harvest Drive! The students teamed up in groups of 3 to 4, each armed with a $25 gift card to shop for specific items from the Harvest Drive list. This annual event is always a highlight for our class, and this year was no different. Everyone worked smoothly together, tackling the shopping challenge with creativity and teamwork to find all the items on their lists.
Meanwhile, our other HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. class was busy lending a helping hand to the local church, Hope at Miami Lakes United Methodist Church. They put together gift bags that will be distributed at the Miami Lakes Pumpkin Patch throughout October. The students carefully filled each bag with the items provided by the church, ensuring everything was in order.
Through these activities, the students honed their skills in Growth and Empowerment, as well as Social Skills. They learned the value of community service while enjoying some quality time with their friends. It was a wonderful day of learning and giving back!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
️ October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month ️
Join HDS Foundation to raise awareness, support survivors, and encourage early detection. Every step we take helps in the fight against breast cancer. Whether it’s sharing information, getting screened, or supporting loved ones, we all have a role in this important cause. Together, we can make a difference!
National Disability Employment Awareness Month!
It’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month! This month, we celebrate the incredible contributions of workers with disabilities and raise awareness about the importance of creating inclusive work environments for everyone.
At HDS, we believe in the power of diverse talent. People with disabilities bring unique skills, perspectives, and creativity that help drive innovation and success in every field.
Let’s champion equal opportunities, break down barriers, and build workplaces that are truly inclusive. When we create space for everyone, we empower individuals and strengthen our communities.
Join us in celebrating the achievements of employees with disabilities and advocating for more inclusive hiring practices. Together, we can create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
American Women’s Business Day
American Women’s Business Day honors the accomplishments and contributions of women in business in the United States. It highlights the growing number of women entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals who continue to break barriers in the business world. “You can often change your circumstances by changing your attitude.” – Eleanor Roosevelt, Former First Lady of the United States
Happy Birthday, Temple Grandin!
Happy Birthday, Temple Grandin! Your brilliance and compassion inspire us all. Here’s to another year of making a difference! Thank you for leading the way for those of us in the neurodivergent community. You are truly an inspiration.
HDS BRIDGES Student & U.S. Army JROTC Lightning Battalion Cadet, Katelyn Promoted to Cadet Sergeant
Katelyn is a Junior in our HDS Broward County Public High School B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Program. She enlisted in the U.S. Army JROTC Lightning Battalion in her Freshman year to fulfill a PE required credit, but she soon came to appreciate the program's leadership and sense of...
It’s Movie Time!
The HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students had a fantastic time on their Community-Based Instruction (CBI) field trip to the local movie theater to enjoy the movie Stranger World. Since each student is given a gift card as part of our HDS Grant to use during their weekly CBIs,...
“Tis the Season to Give”
This past week, both of our Cypress Bay HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. programs celebrated the holiday season at Chili's Bar & Grill, enjoying friendship and a delicious lunch. They all ordered burgers, chicken nuggets, chicken fajitas, and more. But the one thing they all...
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Students Bowl for the Lucky Strike
The HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students headed out for fun with their peers to practice their bowling skills; their motto was "Be bold and go for the strike!" When students arrived at the bowling alley, they first had to find their correct bowling shoe size and then change...
Our Chairman and President featured this week in Voyage MIA Magazine’s “Shout Out Miami” series
We were featured this week in Voyage MIA Magazine's “Shout Out Miami” series. Thank you to Voyage MIA for showcasing how our programs are preparing young people with Autism and related abilities to succeed. Read more at http://bit.ly/3HiSQTV.
Giving Is Better Than Receiving!
Today the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students headed on a shopping trip to Walmart to purchase holiday gifts for their siblings. This Community Based Instruction is designed to help students practice their budgeting skills as students are given a specific budget. One of the...
Ice Cream Sundae Challenge!
The B.R.I.D.G.E.S. class participated in an Ice Cream Sundae Challenge for their Community Based Instruction activity this week. The day before the event, students were put in teams of 3-4. They had to work together to decide what flavor ice cream and 3 toppings...
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students take on the “Secret Elf”
This holiday season, the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students took on the "Secret Elf" title for the morning as they headed out to Walmart to do some holiday shopping for their friends! The mission was: to stay under $25 (including tax) and purchase the items that were listed...
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Students Carry Out Acts of Kindness
Today's Community Based Instruction (CBI) trip for the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students was fantastic. The goal of this CBI was to purchase gifts for the senior citizens receiving care at the Daniel D. Cantor Senior Center as well as the children who would be spending the...
A heartfelt THANK YOU for your support on Give Miami Day.
A heartfelt THANK YOU for your support on Give Miami Day. Your generosity allows us to expand our programs at the local high schools and make a difference in the lives of students with autism spectrum disorder in gaining life skills in their journey to post-secondary...