Official Bank Account Owners!
This past weekend was definitely a busy one for our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students. On Saturday morning, the students visited Bank of America with their parents as part of our Community Based Instruction (CBI) to open their first bank account. Funds from our Foundation’s grant make it possible for each student to receive $100 to open an account. They will use the money as they venture out on their CBI field trips each week during the school year.
Thanks to all of you and our donors who gave during Give Miami Day last year, we can continue to expand our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. program and fund the activities that will help these students learn life skills as they transition to their post-secondary journey.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tara Rowe, Founder, and Director of UNF THRIVE
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tara Rowe, Founder, and Director of UNF THRIVE, on being named an honoree of the NBC First Coast News 12 Who Care Award, which recognizes local residents who make a difference in the lives of others. Cristina Miranda, our Chairman and CEO had the honor of nominating Dr. Rowe (Tara), the creator and developer of the THRIVE Program. It supports the University of North Florida’s Degree Seeking Students on the Autism Spectrum. Few people can match Dr. Rowe’s commitment to empowering young women and men on the Autism Spectrum. We’ve had the privilege of learning from her and collaborating closely with her and the organizations involved in this cause to improve these outcomes with great success. The HDS Foundation is pleased to support the THRIVE Program, and we appreciate Dr. Rowe’s (Tara’s) tremendous dedication to her students.
12 Who Care: Dr. Rowe | firstcoastnews.com
Homecoming Week
Students in our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. program participated in various activities during Homecoming Week. The students deserve so much praise for participating in Tacky Tourist, PJ Day, Favorite Sports Team, Color Wars, and Homecoming. Homecoming was attended by every program participant for the first time this year. We love seeing our students thrive as they participate in social events with their peers.
B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Students Support the Local Harvest Drive
The B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students went to Publix to purchase items for the local Harvest Drive. The class was split up into 4 teams. Each team had to purchase six items from a list that was provided by the Student Council Club. Prior to going to Publix, students discussed with their team members what responsibilities each member would have (pushing the cart, writing down the prices/checking off the list, calculating the cost, and paying for the items at checkout). They also reviewed how to determine tax; in case they purchased an item that charged tax. The students did a fabulous job working together to locate the items. Most teams had to access employees of Publix to help them find an item. This was a great activity that taught the students teamwork, problem solving and the meaning of giving back to the community.
HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Program Expands to Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School!
HDS Foundation had a chance to meet the students who were chosen to participate in the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. class this year. We are so excited to begin our program at Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School and look forward to the significant progress the students will make! Go Trojans!
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