FAU Academy for Community Inclusion

The FAU Academy for Community Inclusion is a comprehensive transition program for individuals with developmental disabilities

The FAU Academy for Community Inclusion is a program for individuals who have graduated from high school who had been diagnosed with developmental disabilities. The program will allow these students to earn certificates in supported employment, supported community access, and supported academics. These certificates will be offered in an inclusive environment on the Jupiter campus of FAU. The progr

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Academy for Community Inclusion's Zach Hoffman WPBF Interview 07/16/2024

Check out ACI student Zach Hoffman’s interview with WPBF! If you would like to support the Academy for Community Inclusion, please use the link in comments to make a donation. Thank you!

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07/12/2024
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Each summer, the ACI team has the opportunity to collaborate about program improvements, help newer transition programs grow, and visit with some very special friends! 🦉 💝

Oh, and Deena was a superstar on the graduate panel! 💫

06/27/2024

Can't wait to see our graduate, Deena Chachkes at the FCSUA 2024 Florida Postsecondary Education Program Planning Institute!

We are excited for this year's graduate panel during the 2024 Florida Postsecondary Education Program Planning Institute.

Read these incredible student's biographies by downloading our Whova app: https://whova.com/portal/fpep_202407
FAU Academy for Community Inclusion, IRSC - Indian River State College, Okaloosa Up Okaloosa Technical College

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 06/11/2024

Kerri and her friends know how to celebrate.
Go Owls!🦉

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 06/06/2024

Thank you Stephen's Karate & Kickboxing Center for having an amazing self-defense class for our summer residents.

06/06/2024

Getting creative with Sara Bookspan and the Shapes Collective during Residential Experience this week!

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 06/06/2024

A few more proud FAU Owls!🦉🦉🦉

06/05/2024

Welcome to college Christopher!

06/05/2024

Way to go ACI residents on creating vision boards for their future independent living goals!

Photos from Stephanie Susskind WPTV's post 06/04/2024
06/03/2024

Big thank you to the FAU Police Department, Officer Castro for presenting to our summer experience residents on being safe on-campus.

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 06/02/2024

Move-in day was a success!

05/31/2024

Congratulations to our ACI alumnus (graduate), Jessica for her position at aZul studio!

05/29/2024

Students in Getting Around the Community explored Mizner Park today 🦉

05/25/2024

Grads…consider participating!

In case you missed it! Calling all college alumni – we’re looking to gather some perspectives from students who have graduated from a college or postsecondary education program. Interested in participating? Reach out to Olivia at [email protected]!

05/22/2024

Getting around the community this summer on the city bus! 🚌

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 05/21/2024

Make sure to take time to care for yourself and to practice mindfulness like the students below in their Effective Living course.

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 05/05/2024

Sincere gratitude to all who celebrated with us at ACI Appreciation Day! It was a pleasure to reunite with familiar faces and commemorate the achievements of our 50th and 51st graduates. Let us continue to uplift and support one another on our journey towards excellence! 🦉 👩‍🎓 🎉

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 05/03/2024

Congratulations Whitney and Michael. ACI Spring 2024 Graduates!

Application and Admissions 04/01/2024

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03/12/2024

Big thank you to Tamsyn French, Director of the FAU Financial Aid and Student Success for presenting financial budgeting skills to our students.

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 02/26/2024

Dr. Miller's Health and Fitness class with students assessing their peers current levels of flexibility and correct form fitness performance. Well done!

Application and Admissions 01/20/2024

Applications for the Fall 2024 cohort are now available on our website! Due April 5th! 🦉

Application and Admissions Applicants must:...

Photos from FAU Academy for Community Inclusion's post 01/12/2024

8 years!
49 graduates!
Many wonderful memories!

12/15/2023

Jakayla did it! You're now an FAU-ACI Graduate. So proud🥹

12/15/2023

Jakayla is ready for graduation!

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Our Story

The FAU Academy for Community Inclusion is a program for individuals who have graduated from high school who had been diagnosed with developmental disabilities. The program will allow these students to earn certificates in supported employment, supported community access, and supported academics. These certificates will be offered in an inclusive environment on the Jupiter and Boca campuses of FAU. Students are part of the university and can participate in all campus and university events.

All students begin in the Supported Community Employment certificate but may add other certificate if they choose. A central elements of the employment track is to help the students understand their career goals and find an occupation that suits their interests and skills. While the Academy does not deliver industry certifications, like culinary, auto mechanic, or landscaper certificates, the program courses help students develop clear goals and the soft skills to succeed in most career fields

Applications for the next cohort of students will be available in February and close in mid May. Once the application is received, it is reviewed and eligible students are contacted for a personal interview. The selection of students occurs in July and classes begin in mid August.

Application can be found at the FAU ACI website: http://tinyurl.com/fauaci


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Welcome Michael and family!
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