Advanced Sacred Hope Academy Expands to New Fort Walton Beach Campus

Staff Reports
August 26, 2025
4:47 pm
Charities and Nonprofits, Fort Walton Beach, Schools and Education

In Brief:

Advanced Sacred Hope Academy is moving to a larger campus at 106 Racetrack Rd NE this fall.
The school now serves 75 students, up from seven in 2018, reflecting growing demand for specialized education.
ASHA is seeking Classroom and Playground Sponsors to support adaptive learning spaces and a sensory-friendly playground.

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FORT WALTON BEACH, FL — Advanced Sacred Hope Academy (ASHA), a private school serving autistic and neurodiverse students in Okaloosa County, will open a new campus at 106 Racetrack Rd NE this fall to accommodate a growing student population.

The school, which began in 2018 with seven students, has registered 75 students for the 2025–2026 school year. The new facility includes adaptive classrooms, dedicated therapy spaces, and plans for a sensory-friendly playground designed to support the specific learning and social needs of neurodiverse students.

“As we move into this next chapter, we are building more than a school. We are creating a comprehensive environment where our students can grow, learn, and develop skills that prepare them for meaningful engagement in their families, communities, and future workplaces,” said Robert Hruska, ASHA’s Director of Operations.

ASHA is seeking support from the community through Classroom and Playground Sponsorships. Sponsors receive naming rights, recognition on campus, and visibility in ASHA’s community events. Hruska said community support has been “the backbone” of the school’s growth.

Individuals and organizations interested in sponsorship or learning more about ASHA can contact Robert Hruska at roberthruska.abhatherapy@gmail.com or visit https://advancedsacredhopeacademy.org/.

Founded in 2018, ASHA offers individualized education programs, therapeutic support, and structured socialization for autistic and neurodiverse students. The school’s programs aim to prepare students for academic achievement and life readiness in a supportive environment.