Support Our Classrooms

Every student has dreams. The young people at ACCEL are no different.

The students pictured above are part of our Community Classroom — and most mornings, you'll find them out in the community, volunteering and building the social and work skills that will carry them toward meaningful employment after graduation. Watching them grow into confident, capable young adults is one of the greatest joys of what we do.

At ACCEL, we serve students from Kindergarten through age 21, and we believe every single one of them deserves the chance to learn, thrive, and succeed on their own terms. That's why we individualize instruction for each student — meeting them where they are, and celebrating every milestone along the way.

One of those milestones belongs to a student named Kyle. When Kyle first came to us, his behavior challenges made it hard for him to be in a classroom with other students. But with the consistent support of a dedicated 1:1 Aide and our behavioral therapy team, Kyle found his footing. He discovered new ways to express himself, began forming friendships, and now spends a full school day in the classroom. His parents beam with pride — and so do we.

Stories like Kyle's are why we do this work. And with your help, there are so many more stories waiting to be written.

This giving day, please consider making a gift to ACCEL. Your generosity allows our teachers to provide each student with the individualized materials and support they need to experience real, meaningful success. Together, we can ensure that students and adults with developmental disabilities live lives full of independence and dignity — the lives they deserve.