At age 18, Antwan is an easy-going high school senior. He likes watching basketball and anything to do with auto racing, especially video games. But don’t let his casual style fool you. Despite having Optic Nerve Coloboma and Nystagmus, a condition where the optic nerve is not completely formed before birth as well as involuntary eye movements, he is already prepared for the next stage in his life.
Thanks to the Teen Transition Program at Lighthouse of Pinellas, Antwan discovered his passion for cars. He plans to begin training to become a mechanic after he graduates in May. The Transition Program is a rigorous curriculum of activities that prepares students for a successful transition to life after high school.
Antwan explained, “I learned how to live on my own: cook for myself, clean and do laundry. The teachers helped us look at different careers, write resumes, search for a job and interview.” While Antwan may have a vision impairment, his future looks decidedly clear from here.