After crossing the stage at their high school graduation ceremonies, many alumni of the Florida High School High Tech program for students with disabilities either enter the workforce right away or pursue additional education at a college, university, or technical school. Gulf County’s Aden Hortin heard a different calling when he graduated in 2024.
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CareerSource Gulf Coast coordinates the Florida High School High Tech program in Gulf County. High School High Tech, a youth program administered by The Able Trust, provides Florida students with disabilities access to career exploration experiences, postsecondary education options, and key resources to help them plan for success after graduation. The program helps prepare students for a smooth transition from high school to their next postsecondary endeavor, whether that be attending traditional or technical college, workforce training or, in Hortin’s case, military service.