Chart Your Path, Navigate Your Future with Bright Futures
Bright Futures is more than just a program—it’s a personalized journey to help students with disabilities achieve independence and success beyond school. By offering a blend of real-world job experiences, skill-building, and comprehensive mental health support, we pave the way for a brighter future. Whether you’re a young student starting to dream or a youth ready to step into the world, Bright Futures is here to guide you with a plan tailored just for you.
Partner Collaboration: Connects vocational experts, educators, employers, and families to provide comprehensive support during the transition from school to work.
Personalized Programs: Offers tailored services based on each student’s unique needs, including job training, social skills, and technology education.
Mental Health Focus: Provides integrated mental health resources, peer mentoring, and support from professionals to promote well-being and resilience.
Real-World Experience: Includes hands-on work opportunities for youth aged 10-21, from career exploration to paid job experiences.
Eligibility: Bright Futures is open to students with disabilities aged 10-21 in eligible school districts, including those in traditional schools, home-schooling, trade schools, or recent graduates. Eligible students must have a 504, IEP, or a suspicion of a disability. Not sure if you qualify? Contact us—we’ll help you find the right support!
This website was developed with funding from grant number H421E230013 provided by the U.S. Department of Education. While the content reflects our goals and efforts, it does not necessarily represent the Department’s policies. The Federal Government does not endorse the contents of this website. (Authority: 20 U.S.C. §§ 1221e-3 and 3474).