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Ablr Futures Academy
Ablr Futures Academy is a virtual transition and career readiness program designed specifically for students who are blind or visually impaired. Students build confidence, independence, self-advocacy, leadership, and career readiness through engaging virtual instruction, hands-on projects, workplace experiences, professional mentorship, and individualized planning. Whether a student’s goal is college, employment, or greater independence, Ablr Futures Academy provides the tools and experiences needed to take the next step with confidence.
We partner with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agencies, families, and schools to provide concrete, skills-based programming that prepares students for college, careers, and the evolving world of work.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Discover your strengths.
Build your future.
Launch your next chapter.
Students can join Ablr Futures Academy at any point during high school. We’ll help place each student in the program that best matches their goals, skills, and transition plan. Whether exploring careers or preparing for graduation, students gain the skills and confidence for life after high school.
The Ablr Futures Journey
Instead of transition planning happening during senior year, Ablr Futures supports students throughout high school by developing skills that build year after year.
Discover
Explore Your Interests. Discover Your Future.
Students begin their transition journey by learning more about themselves and the many opportunities available after high school. Through career exploration, self-discovery, and workplace readiness activities, students build confidence while identifying their interests, strengths, and future goals.
Students leave with:
- Career interest assessment results
- Career research portfolio
- Personal strengths profile
- Self-advocacy plan
- Accommodation request script
- Initial post-high school action plan
Build
Build the Skills for Life After High School
Students strengthen the skills they’ll need for adulthood while developing greater independence and preparing for employment or postsecondary education. This program focuses on leadership, financial literacy, independent living, and professional preparation.
Students leave with:
- Professional resume
- Cover letter
- Job search tracker
- Recorded mock interview
- Employment action plan
- LinkedIn or professional profile Personal budget plan
Launch
Launch Your Future. Choose The Pathway That’s Right For You.
College Launch Lab
Students preparing for college or postsecondary education develop the tools needed to successfully transition into higher education.
Students leave with:
- Completed college applications
- Personal statement
- Scholarship tracker
- Disability services transition plan
- SAT/ACT preparation plan College success action plan
Employment Launch Lab
Students preparing to enter the workforce gain real-world experiences while building workplace readiness and career skills.
Students leave with:
- Internship experience
- Updated resume and cover letter
- Professional references
- Informational interview experience
- Employer evaluations
- Professional portfolio Updated career action plan
Lead
Hands-on experiences that prepare students for work and life.
The Ablr Fellows Leadership Program is an invitation-based opportunity for students who have successfully completed an Ablr Futures pathway and are ready to take the next step as leaders.
Fellows work alongside Ablr staff to mentor younger students, support virtual classes, facilitate small-group discussions, assist with program development, and help create meaningful learning experiences for future participants.
Students leave with:
- Teaching Assistant internship experience
- Leadership portfolio
- Professional references
- Mentorship experience
- Leadership presentation experience
- Add New Section: Students Graduate With
- Professional Resume
- Career Portfolio
- College or Employment Plan
- Leadership Experience
- Self-Advocacy Skills
- Financial Literacy Skills
- Professional Network Real-World Experiences
Flexible by Design
Program Format
Busy schedule? No problem. We offer make-up sessions, office hours, and individualized support to help students stay on track.
Our programs are virtual and accessible – verified by people who use accessible technology.
Interactive and Community-Based – Students engage with peers from across their state and beyond, reducing isolation and increasing exposure to diverse perspectives
- 24-week program (starts each September)
- One-hour virtual class each week
- Interactive projects and Real-world activities
- Guest speakers and employer connections
- Individualized support
- Peer networking opportunities
- Flexible office hours
- Make-up sessions available
Students Graduate with:
We want students to leave Ablr Futures with more than just knowledge, they should have tools they can actually use. Depending on the curriculum, students may leave with a resume, cover letter, career research, career plan, self-advocacy plan, accommodation request script, job search tracker, mock interview, personal budget, college application materials, scholarship tracker, disability services plan, internship experience, professional portfolio, and more.
- Professional Resume
- Career Portfolio
- College or Employment Plan
- Leadership Experience
- Financial Literacy Skills
- Self-Advocacy Skills
- Professional Network
- Real-World Experiences
- Curiosity – asking questions, exploring interests, and seeking new perspectives
- Critical Thinking – evaluating information, solving problems, and making informed decisions
- Collaboration – working effectively with peers, mentors, and professionals
- Courage – trying new things, taking risks, and advocating for oneself
- Compassion – understanding others’ experiences and building inclusive communities
“Ablr has not only helped me improve my communication and leadership skills, but also given me belief in my capabilities and dreams. Ablr not only gives inspiration and support—but also something much more important—hope.”
Anna, Student
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Whether you are a VR Counselor, educator, parent, or student, Ablr Futures is designed to meet students where they are and support them as they prepare for what’s next. Contact us to learn more, view a sample schedule, or make a referral.