Built With Heart. Backed by Experience.

LaunchKids Academy was born from the simple belief that all children thrive when they're supported, celebrated, and given space to grow through play. This isn’t just a school. It’s the culmination of years of work, hope, and a mission we refuse to compromise.

Meet Our Founder

Hi I’m Lee. Founder of LaunchKids, husband to the love of my life, and proud dad to three wild, wonderful, endlessly curious daughters. They’re my favorite test subjects… and my greatest teachers.

This school exists because I’ve spent years working directly with children diagnosed with Autism, families, and incredible educators. As a Registered Behavior Technician, I saw the gaps, not in how hard people worked, but in what children really needed to thrive: play, connection, confidence, and room to be themselves.

I’ve led social skills groups, launched summer programs, written curriculum with my wife sitting on the couch with me (sometimes while watching “Love is Blind”), and worked directly with or spoken to families who just want their child to feel seen. That’s what this school is for.

As a proud Hispanic founder and fluent Spanish speaker, it’s important to me that all families feel welcome, heard, and supported from day one.

I believe in teaching play as a skill. I believe in family-centered education. I believe in structured days that leave space for wiggle breaks, feelings, and big questions like “Can a rock be your best friend?” (The answer is yes. Ask my daughter.)

LaunchKids Academy isn’t a business to me. It’s a mission I’ve built with the people I love most, for the people who need it most.

Come grow with us.

Our Values

LaunchKids Academy exists to prepare young children, especially those who are neurodiverse, for Kindergarten and life by nurturing their growth through play, connection, and purpose. We create a learning environment rooted in compassion, inclusion, and joy, where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to become their best self. Through a structured, play-based curriculum and strong family partnerships, we equip children with the skills, confidence, and emotional readiness they need to thrive in school and beyond.

This is WHY We Do It

Every smile, every breakthrough, every high-five moment, this is why I do what I do. These snapshots tell the story behind my mission, from my earliest programs to working directly with children. LaunchKids is built from hands-on experience, deep care, and a love for seeing children grow through connection and play. We hope these moments give you a glimpse into the heart behind it all.

This is where it all began. The very first child I ever worked with. His family gave me this note, and I’ve kept it ever since. It reminded me that this work, done with love, can change lives. It still gives me chills.
This was the first social group I ever led. I was nervous, excited, and completely hooked. That day I realized that this is what I want to spend my life doing.
Learning doesn’t have to stay inside the classroom. It was hot, the kids were soaked, and a local fire crew showed up to turn our day into a memory they’ll never forget. We invited the community into our program and the impact was powerful.
Moments like this remind me what it’s all about. Trust. Presence. Helping a child feel seen while learning something new. This is how relationships are built.
This little classroom setup became the testing ground for what would one day become LaunchKids Academy. A place where structure meets creativity, and kids feel safe being themselves.
This was taken while I was building the Social Pathway Curriculum—pulling from years of hands-on work to create something any provider could use to run powerful social groups.
The day I held the final printed version. A mix of pride, disbelief, and drive to keep going. LaunchKids is built from this kind of love and persistence.

Join the Journey

At LaunchKids Academy, we don’t just teach. We grow with our students and families. If our story resonates with you, we’d love to meet you and learn more about yours.

Whether you're a parent searching for the right program or a community partner looking to collaborate, our door is always open.

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Built With Heart. Backed by Experience.

Meet Our Founder

Our Values

This is WHY We Do It

This is where it all began. The very first child I ever worked with. His family gave me this note, and I’ve kept it ever since. It reminded me that this work, done with love, can change lives. It still gives me chills.

This was the first social group I ever led. I was nervous, excited, and completely hooked. That day I realized that this is what I want to spend my life doing.

Learning doesn’t have to stay inside the classroom. It was hot, the kids were soaked, and a local fire crew showed up to turn our day into a memory they’ll never forget. We invited the community into our program and the impact was powerful.

Moments like this remind me what it’s all about. Trust. Presence. Helping a child feel seen while learning something new. This is how relationships are built.

This little classroom setup became the testing ground for what would one day become LaunchKids Academy. A place where structure meets creativity, and kids feel safe being themselves.

This was taken while I was building the Social Pathway Curriculum—pulling from years of hands-on work to create something any provider could use to run powerful social groups.

The day I held the final printed version. A mix of pride, disbelief, and drive to keep going. LaunchKids is built from this kind of love and persistence.

Join the Journey

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