Wesley Chapel, FL – The Focus Academy Dragons lit up the field this past Saturday, bringing home two big wins in Special Olympics flag football action. The team’s energy, teamwork, and determination helped the Dragons power their way to 2–0. The Dragons demonstrated their stamina, playing with energy and heart throughout both games. Their back-to-back...
The new school year is here once again. You’re trading your sunscreen and flip flops for books and uniforms. While this is an exciting change for some students, others may struggle to adjust. Transitions can be tough, especially for students who thrive on predictability. Long summer days often come with more flexibility, later bedtimes, and...
Temple Terrace, Fla., July 17, 2025—Focus Day School, a new private school dedicated to serving students with learning and developmental disabilities in grades 3-6, is proud to announce its new scholarship program. In partnership with Step Up For Students, our private institution has become an approved provider for the Step Up For Students Family Empowerment...
As summer settles in and school routines take a back seat, it’s easy for physical activity to fall by the wayside. But movement isn’t just something we encourage during the school year, it’s a vital part of every child’s well-being all year round. Exercise supports health in countless ways. It helps improve motor skills, build...
Summer break is a time for fun, rest, and relaxation, but it’s also a chance to keep building upon reading skills. For students with learning and developmental differences, regular reading practice over the summer months can make all the difference in maintaining progress and preventing the “summer slide.” The good news? Keeping up with reading...
In sunny Tampa Bay, where pools, beaches, and water parks are part of everyday life, water safetyisn’t just a seasonal concern; it’s a year-round necessity. For children with special needs,learning proper water safety can offer both joy and growth, supporting skills such as coordinationand confidence. While every child benefits from learning how to be safe...
Temple Terrace, FL (June 2, 2025) —The Founders of Focus Academy and Focus Day School are proud to announce the promotion of Elisabeth Kraft-Radka to the newly created role of “Head of Schools”, overseeing both “Focus Academy” and “Focus Day School” in Temple Terrace, Florida. “This strategic leadership appointment reflects Mrs. Kraft-Radka’s longstanding commitment to...
Temple Terrace, FL (May 22, 2025) — The founders of Focus Academy are proud to announce the launch of Focus Day School, a new private school dedicated to serving students with learning and developmental disabilities in grades 3-6. The school will officially open its doors in August 2025, expanding the proven educational philosophy of Focus Academy...
