EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMY FOR DIFFERENTLY
Data sourced from IRS 990 public filings
EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMY FOR DIFFERENTLY NOW ENROLLING 8557 Commerce Centre Dr. Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 772-777-4830 for more info contact kerice@exceptionalacademypsl.com A K-8 Private Learning Academy Specializing in Custom Learning for Children with Unique and Special Needs"Differently StructuredNews & Events Baron Academy's New Year's Afterglow Autism Awareness Fundraiser Thank you to everyone who supported and attended our inspiring "New Year's Afterglow" Fundraiser!! On January 16, 2026, Baron Academy School for Autism proudly hosted its New Year's Afterglow Autism Awareness Fundraiser at 500 Orange Event Center in Fort Pierce. The uplifting event brought the community together to celebrate Autism Awareness and the life-changing work Baron Academy provides to the community for children who learn differently. The evening was both fun and inspiring filled with energy, connection and heartfelt moments made possible by the incredible support of the community. Guests gathered in a spirit of unity and compassion, demonstrating the powerful impact of collective support for inclusive education. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported and helped make the evening such a meaningful success!! Custom LearningTogether, with our team of experienced teachers, working together with therapists and families, a custom learning plan is created for each of our students to maximize progress and potential.Life and Social SkillsIn addition to the essential educational curriculum, social skills and life skills are taught daily. These skills will help children to become more independent and empower students to move towards the mainstream of society. TherapyWe are an ABA Therapy centered facility. For children who need extra or one on one support throughout the school day, RBT's are welcome in the classroom. 2026-2027 School Year Open Enrollment and School Tours Open enrollment and school tours for the Baron Academy 2026-2027 school year will begin on April 1, 2026. Baron Academy has very limited openings in all of our K-8 classrooms for the 26-27 school year. For all Kindergarten enrollment, per the FL state requirements, students must be age 5 by Sept. 1, 2026 for Kindergarten enrollment consideration for the 26-27 school year. A school tour is required for enrollment consideration, as well as a child's current IEP/504 plan and/or ABA behavior plan. A scheduled face to face meet and greet with the child is also required before any enrollment determination can be made. Please check out our website under the "Our Services" tab to find important additional information about our educational services and requirements for enrollment. Please send an email to kerice@exceptionalacademypsl.com for questions and to schedule a school tour for the upcoming 26-27 school year. Baron Academy Staff enjoys the evening at the New Year's Afterglow Autism Awareness Fundraiser.Baron Academy and the Erice-Saxton Family were featured in the December 2024 issue of PGA Village Living Magazine highlighting the school's expansion from 2020 and their continued commitment to exceptional education for students who learn differently. Our First Year (2020) - Oh How We've Grown Through the Years!! Please check out our interview that aired on WPTV news:Email Us: kerice@exceptionalacademypsl.comCall Us: 772-777-4830 8557 Commerce Centre Dr. Port St. Lucie, FL 34986ThanK You to our sponsors Program PARTNERS
Annual Revenue
$532,718
Known Funders
2
Grants Received
2
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $532,718 | $616,721 | $1,050,707 |
| 2023 | $545,666 | $612,430 | $1,182,791 |
| 2022 | $481,697 | $572,257 | $641,211 |
| 2021 | $449,355 | $167,451 | $351,330 |
Top Funders
Key Personnel
From 2024 IRS 990 filing
RONDA ATKINSON
BOARD MEMBER
MAUREEN CARUOLO
SECRETARY
MATTHEW SAXTON
TREASURER, CFO
JEREMIAH BARON
VICE CHAIR, VP
KRISTINE ERICE
CHAIR, PRESIDENT
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