Campus | Ability 2 Believe

Future Campus

Ability 2 Believe is dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs by creating a safe, inclusive community. We plan to build a multi-use facility offering education, therapies, respite care, adaptive sports, and day camps within 3–5 years. Through partnerships and community support, we aim to help individuals build skills, confidence, and meaningful connections.

The selected property will be custom-designed or renovated to include:

Grade-Level Classroom Wings: Divided by K–3, 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12
Integrated Therapy Spaces: For speech and occupational therapy
Adaptive Recreation Gymnasium
Commercial Kitchen and Janitorial Zones: For employment training
Safe, Calming, and Sensory-Friendly Design Elements
Outdoor Play and Exercise Areas

The facility will be purpose-built to support personalized education plans, behavioral interventions, vocational programming, and inclusive employment opportunities, all within a unified, accessible campus.

Opportunity

With 7.5 million U.S. students in special education (NCES) and one of Minnesota’s largest special education populations, the demand for individualized instruction and therapy is rising.

Public schools lack resources, creating a gap Ability 2 Believe will fill. IDEA grants and vocational training partnerships ensure financial sustainability, while employer demand for skilled workers strengthens job training programs, positioning the school for long-term impact.

Solutions

Addressing Gaps in Special Education

Challenge: 7.5M U.S. students need special education, but many schools lack resources and trained staff.

Challenge: Over 50% of districts & 80% of states report special teacher education shortages.

Challenge: Families struggle with fragmented education, therapy, and job training services.

Challenge: Students with disabilities face major learning loss during long school breaks.

A2B Solution: Personalized education plans tailored learning plans for individualized support.

A2B Solution: Small Class Sizes & Specialized Staff - low student-to-teacher ratios with trained educators.

A2B Solution: One-Stop Support - integrated education, therapy, and vocational programs.

A2B Solution: Year-Round Continuous Learning

Location

Ability 2 Believe intends to establish its permanent facility or around Hastings (Cottage Grove, Rosemount), Minnesota that meet its core facility requirements—adequate space for classrooms, therapy areas, and employment zones; ADA compliance; and zoning compatibility. Final site selection will be based on the best fit for the organization’s vision, budget, and long-term sustainability.