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District seeks FCSUA grant to expand postsecondary transition program to Travis Technical College

Polk County School Board · January 14, 2026

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Summary

Staff updated trustees on a two‑year postsecondary transition program (serving adults with intellectual disabilities) at Ridge Technical College and requested board approval to submit an FCSUA grant application to start a similar, small cohort program at Travis Technical College in August 2026; presenters outlined recruitment, advisory boards and employer partnerships.

Presenters described the district's postsecondary transition program (presented as a two‑year model serving adults with intellectual disabilities) that operates at Ridge Technical College and is supported by a Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) grant. The program provides inclusive technical coursework (culinary/hospitality), soft‑skills instruction,…

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