by Liz Falk | Dec 5, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
The HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students participated in a hands-on learning experience at Color Me Mine, where they selected and painted their own holiday ceramic figures. Each student chose from a tree, snowman, or cat and thoughtfully planned the colors and designs they...
by Liz Falk | Dec 2, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., College Mentors, HDS Cares, HDS Foundation
Join us in supporting a great cause and promoting acceptance, inclusion, and opportunities for individuals with Autism! Our dedicated HDS Foundation Board Members proudly champion the Florida Autism License Plate Program, helping raise awareness and strengthen vital...
by Liz Falk | Nov 26, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Students had a chance to enjoy a fun and educational day outdoors before Thanksgiving break started, enjoying the beautiful weather while practicing important skills! The focus of the day was conversational skills and teamwork. At the baseball field, students went to...
by Liz Falk | Nov 25, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Cares, HDS Foundation
Last week, our students enjoyed a fun, hands-on experience when Scentsability, a nonprofit that creates artisan scented candles and provides meaningful workplace opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), visited the school to...
by Liz Falk | Nov 24, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students came together to celebrate Friendsgiving with a special lunch from Chick-fil-A! They enjoyed great food, shared conversations, and spent meaningful time building connections with their peers. Students were excited for Thanksgiving Break...
by Liz Falk | Nov 21, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students had a blast at Round USA, for a day full of fun and friendship! Each student received a game card and got to play the games of their choice. From claw machines to sports and simulation games, students explored activities that matched...