by Liz Falk | Feb 3, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students powered through a challenging workout at Cross Fit led by trainer Vanessa and gym owner Dominic, who shared great insights on staying active, eating well, and building healthy daily routines. The session included a full warm‑up, strength...
by Liz Falk | Jan 29, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
This week, our students enjoyed a fun and engaging leisure day at Monster Golf. After learning the rules, they played alongside their classmates, practiced teamwork, and built social skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. The excitement didn’t stop there, the...
by Liz Falk | Jan 28, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students enjoyed a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) visit to Outback! Students practiced real-world skills by previewing the menu and planning their meals within a set budget.At the restaurant, students ordered independently, used polite manners,...
by Liz Falk | Jan 27, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Our students practiced real-world skills with a Publix online ordering adventure! In class, they completed a scavenger hunt to navigate the website and used the “order ahead” feature to pick their lunch, all while staying under a $15 budget. Students entered their...
by Liz Falk | Jan 22, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
As part of a new year initiative, HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students took an important step toward workplace readiness by shopping for professional attire to wear during worksite visits. Students visited Ross Dress for Less, where they practiced real-world skills by...
by Liz Falk | Jan 20, 2026 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students hit the ice at Pines Ice Arena for a day of skating, socializing, and building confidence!Each student received ice skates and a skating aid, giving them the chance to try a new leisure skill in a safe, supportive environment. Many students...
