Pathways Academy
Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program
What is Pathways Academy?
Pathways Academy is an inclusive Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program for adult students with intellectual disabilities. Pathways Academy supports students in their efforts to gain the knowledge, skills, and training needed to reach their educational and employment goals. All eligible students will receive a scholarship to cover all tuition and fees.
Want more information?
Contact Brook Spires, Program Facilitator, at Email Brook Spires or by phone at 850-892-1240 x 5109.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants to Pathways Academy must demonstrate the behaviors conducive to the postsecondary campus and the employment setting. While Pathways Academy staff will support students in transitioning to the postsecondary setting, applicants must meet the eligibility requirements. Applicants must have a desire to be enrolled in Pathways Academy and adhere to the Pathways Academy policies regarding attendance, participation, and behaviors, as well as, a willingness to follow all rules and regulations included in the ECTC Student Handbook and Walton County School District Code of Conduct.
Pathways Academy students must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements:
Documentation of intellectual disability (may be an IEP or documentation from qualified provider, or agency such as Vocational Rehabilitation)
High school diploma or the equivalent prior to enrollment
Minimum of 18 years prior to enrollment
Must be able to Independently and safely navigate the campus
Must demonstrate basic math, literacy, and computer skills
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*Applicants must submit all required documentation via email, mail, or in person. Applications will not be considered complete until all documentation is received. Please see the application checklist to make sure you have provided all necessary documentation.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Pathways Academy will partner with Vocational Rehabilitation to provide services to students. Go to Rehab Works website for more information on becoming a Vocational Rehabilitation client.
Scholarships
Students who are eligible for Pathways Academy will qualify for Florida Comprehensive Transition Program Scholarships. The Program Facilitator will complete scholarship applications on behalf of eligible students once the enrollment process is complete.