P8. BETA Teen Parent Connection Continuing the Tradition
P9. Meeting the Need
P10. Board of Directors
P11. Miracles Members
P12. Annual Report
P13. Education Gaining Knowledge
P14. Campus Locations
P15. UCP Healthy West Orange Recap
P16. Help for the Holidays Cheer & Delight
P17. Volunteers Connected By Community
P18. 2021-2022 Fundraising
P20. Get Involved
DEAR FRIENDS
What an EXTRAordinary year we’ve had at UCP of Central Florida! We were ecstatic to finally have all of our campuses back in person 100% for this school year. From our second first day of school at our beautiful new Healthy West Orange Campus to an extravagant return of our annual gala to all of the everyday miracles and accomplishments of our staff and students, we really made the most of 20212022.
By definition, EXTRAordinary means “very remarkable” and “greater than usual” and is exactly how we would describe our team, families and the services we provide at UCP. With a $40+ million budget and a 15% increase in enrollment, we are unlocking our own potential in providing an environment where our children can grow, learn and play together with access to all of the resources they need.
We faced more challenges this year with the lingering effects of COVID-19 and staff shortages, but we persevered and are forever grateful for our families and team members who have navigated this new path of life with us.
Through it all we kept our focus and have a vision for a brighter future for UCP and are purchasing land so we can better serve our current and future families in Osceola County. The need there is great and we are excited to still have so many dedicated donors, volunteers and supporters on board to make it just as EXTRAordinary.
We’re stronger together and we are hopeful that our campuses will continue to thrive as we better equip our staff to help provide the education, support and therapy services our families deserve. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us as we strive to UNLOCK CHILDREN’S POTENTIAL.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ilene Wilkins President/ Chief Executive Officer
Jessica Behmer UCP Board Chair
OUR MISSION
To empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education, and therapy services in an inclusive environment.
OUR values
ETHICS & INTEGRITY
We are responsible for our clients, their families, our team members, our Board of Directors, and our community at large. We do not take professional or ethical shortcuts. Our interactions with all of our stakeholders must reflect the highest standards we profess.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Our ability to meet our responsibilities to the community depends on being fiscally responsible and efficient. We strive to optimize our operations by “working smarter not harder”
TEAMWORK
We recognize that the ability to excel and meet our clients and community’s needs depends on our ability to foster a diverse team. We strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork; an environment that rewards commitments and performance and is responsive to the needs of our team members.
COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS
We strive to create a community of learners and we support team members in their growth and development. We provide opportunities to apply new knowledge and strive to utilize best practices at all times
PROGRAMS
EDUCATION
Our Education Program utilizes project-based learning, technology and art integration, and customized instruction. Our instruction is intended to be customized for each student.
UCP of Central Florida has re-imagined the elementary school experience by giving children with and without disabilities the opportunity to learn, grow, and play together at our inclusive campuses. With this re-imagined program we still maintain accountability and are SACS/ COGNIA accredited.
We strive in cultivating a culture that celebrates diversity and empowers children to find their strengths and talents.
SUPPORT THERAPY
Our team of therapists provides individualized Physical, Occupational, and Speech-Language Therapy to clients and students from birth to age 21.
Our therapy services are crucial to achieving a child’s optimal functionality according to their abilities.
We provide individualized support services for families navigating some of life’s biggest challenges. We believe that social and emotional health is vital in a child’s development.
Our team of social workers and clinical counselors work with families as they raise their children and create a strong foundation for a brighter future.
BETA TEEN PARENT
CONNECTION PROGRAM TRANSITIONAL LEARNING ACADEMY
UCP’s BETA Teen Parent & Connection Program is a unique program in our community supported by Orange County Public Schools. Adolescent mothers can be faced with the dilemma of raising a family at the expense of their education. The demands of motherhood, and social stigma among peers, make teen moms vulnerable to dropping out of school. Our program provides these young moms a community where they can finish their school education while their babies receive free childcare and developmental screenings all on the same campus.
Mothers also receive counseling services, parenting labs, and, college and career coaching. These services help young mothers transition into motherhood while creating a path to success for themselves and their children.
Our TLA Campus gives young adults with disabilities, delays, and IEP’s a traditional Middle, High School, and Post Graduate experience in an environment that is accessible, and tailored to their abilities.
TLA students have access to a standard Middle/High School Curriculum with customized instruction to fit their abilities and learning styles. We also offer job training, internship opportunities, and life skills for students transitioning into adulthood.
Inclusion
The premise that teaching students of all abilities in the same classroom creates meaningful, academic, social, and emotional growth. Some of the benefits of inclusion are listed below!
Leadership opportunities for students of all abilities based on individual strengths
Real-world model for learning based on collaboration through exchange of knowledge and talents
Cultivates essential interpersonal skills that students can carry into college and career
Celebrates diversity and destigmatizes disabilities
BOARD OF Directors 2021-2022
CHAIR
Jessica Behmer AdventHealth
PAST CHAIR
Andrew Sellers
Arborguy Business Group
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Butch Devlin
ABC Fine Wine and Spirits
Goose Lopez-Torres
Complete the Pair, LLC.
Bill McCorey
Universal Parks and Resorts
Phil Handy
Winter Park Capital
Tony Sos
Dellecker, Wilson, King, McKenna, Ruffier, & Sos
CHAIR ELECT TREASURER
Kim Doud Littler Mendelson P.C.
MEMBERS
Angela Alban SIMETRI, Inc.
M aureen Brockman
EMBRACE Families
Cathryn DeCecco Florida Blue
J ohn Dimino Orlando Health
Rachael Frohardt PCL Construction Services, Inc.
Steve Garner, One Lodging Management
Mark Heimendinger Lowndes
C arla Holomon JHT, Inc.
Sean Kelly
ABC Fine Wine & Spirits
Erik Sand Director of Strategic Partnerships University of Central Florida
David Loy One Affiniti
Sean Lyles Unboxted, LLC
Didier Menard JACOBS
Michele Morales
Cole, Scott, & Kissane, P.A.
Patrick Rauch
SchenkelShultz Architecture
Louis Shinaman
Carson Wealth
Katherine Thie The Walt Disney Company
Will Wellons Wellons Communications
The Miracles for Children Society consists of individuals and corporations who have pledged to provide unrestricted gifts to UCP of Central Florida over a five year period.
These gifts are used to unlock the potential of thousands of children with and without disabilities each year.
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
Charles & Jackie Bailes, lifelong friends of UCP of Central Florida
CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE $25,000 annually
ABC Fine Wine & Spirits*
Dr. & Mrs. N. Donald Diebel
Breakthru Beverage Florida
Charles & Kim Bailes*
Jess & Betsey Bailes
The Glassman
RA Rogers Construction Company
R.D Michaels, Inc.
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Daniel & Terri Thill
Antonio & Ginger Arias
Bailes Family Foundation
JC Newman Cigar Company
Janet Larue
David Loy
Mackoul Distributors
Pernod Ricard USA
Republic National Distributing Company *
Tom & Debra Tschopp
Vestal & Wiler CPAs
&Barr
Advanced IT Concepts
Advanced Integration Systems
Applied Materials Trading
Jessica Behmer
Adam Bojara
Jennifer M. Botting
Paul & Kathy Brown
Maria Caban
John Cash, III
Patrick Cassidy
Castro Realty Group
Chad & Scarlet Chieffallo
Deep Eddy Vodka
Gabe & Rachel DeJesus
Darian Demetri
William & Stacey Demetriades
Brianne Drewry
Butch & Kristie Devlin*
Robert & Kristy Dixon
Kimberly Doud
Suzanne Downey
Robert Drane
Scott & Jane Gabrielson*
Steve Garner
Jerry Griffing
Susan Heard
Blair & Sarah Howard
Howard Wholesale
Susan Howells
Infinium Spirits
Randy Jacobs & Bessie Acosta
Beat Kahli
Kim & Greg Kainz
Christine Kalogris
Ashley & Sean Kelly
Gerri Kilberg
KPM Franklin
Doug & Debbie Krenzer
Jack & Cynthia Kuykendall
Dave & Tina Larue
Lawton Brothers
Mike & Robin Lloyd
Goose Lopez-Torres
Dr. Minta Lopez-Torres
Bill & Jennifer McCorey
Nancy Mireles
Chris Morris
Terry Murphy
Anthony & Kathy Picciano
Maegen Pierce
Yvette Pue
Bill Reuter
Sonia & Julio Robles
Anthony & Pamela Ruben
Erik & Lynn Sand
Andrew & Amy Sellers
Serralles USA
Donald & Siviah Sherman
Lou Shinaman
Tony & Rebecca Sos
Dr. Teresita Sotomayor
Chris Starkey
Alan & Lulie Swan
Dan & Bena Tarczynski
Alex & Vanessa Vinicombe
DZ & Ayana Washington
Brad & Marissa Wilkins
Dr. Ilene Wilkins *
of Goods Sold Total Support and Revenue $30,968,876 $2,197,151 $6,447,783 $22,608 $762,502 - $266,138 $40,132,782
What a The Healthy West orange Campus first year recap
Thanks to the support of friends, community leaders, donors, and volunteers, we opened our newest facility in Winter Garden, UCP’s West Orange Charter School located at our Healthy West Orange Campus’ serving children from toddler to 6th grade!
5,500 students enrolled for the 2021-2022 school year students received therapy services Charter Therapy sessions provided
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UCP’s Breakfast was a portrait of success showing all of the incredible achievements that happen each and everyday at UCP of Central Florida.
Miracles Breakfast
$448,952
325 $72,109 raised in pledges and one-time gifts
One time donations
YEC Putt for Brighter Futures
Putt for Brighter Futures is a fun-filled night at Top Golf benefiting UCP, featuring food and fun raffle prizes.
Attendees
Morning at the Museum
$14,000
Raised for support services for the BETA Teen Mothers
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$9,000 Attendees Raised Over
Guests attended
Morning at the Museum celebrated the UCP BETA Teen Parent Connection Program and was held at the Orlando Science Center. Guests came to learn about the program, listen to inspiring speakers, and take in the science center.
Journey to the Emerald City
UCP’s Gala was celebrated back in person and took a Journey to the Emerald City. Hosted by Cheryl Hines, Rachael Harris and RJ Mitte, with fantastic performances by UCP’s students, and an enchanting silent auction. 2022
$762,099
697 raised in sponsorships, contributions, & silent auction Attendees
Poker at the Palace
Poker at the Palace returned after a two-year pause. In addition to Texas Hold ‘Em, guests could try their hand at Black Jack, Roulette, and Craps this year
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YEC Toast for Brighter Futures
Toast for Brighter Futures is a fun-filled night of networking benefiting UCP, featuring food, drinks, and raffle prizes.
Sponsor an upcoming event as an individual or corporate partner.
Join Buddy the Bookworm
Join Buddy to inspire a love of reading in our students. Stop by by a classroom for story time!
Join UCP’s YEC
Make connections and an impact while working together to support UCP of Central Florida.
Scan the QR code to make an impact today!
Become a Volunteer Hero
Give some of your time to help in a classroom, the cafeteria, front desk or special event!
Meet the Mission
Tour a campus to see our kids and mission in action!
Leave a Legacy
Include UCP of Central Florida in your will or real estate plan
Since 1955 we have grown from a small program started by a group of parents, to serving students and families in Central Florida at We support students ages
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We have provided Support, Education & Therapy to families for of every dollar goes directly to Programs and services