Creative Programs for Neurodivergent Students in Eau Claire and La Crosse
Using art, creativity, and creative technologies to spark connection, self-confidence, encourage independence in neurodivergent individuals.
Islands of Brilliance…a Place to Thrive
We are bringing our innovative creative technology programs to Eau Claire and LaCrosse! IOB’s program offerings:
Are created for neurodivergent youth as young as 8 and through the young adult years.
Offer a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment.
Engage students in creative projects that celebrate THEIR interests.
Provide a mix of opportunities spanning different skill sets, needs, and objectives.
Founded in Milwaukee by parents of an neurodivergent child, IOB uses creative project-based learning that allows our students to grow their intrinsic capabilities and practice communication, increasing their likelihood of independence as adults.
In Person Workshops
Sandbox @ Eau Claire
These in-person, 90-minute workshops combine art, storytelling, and STEaM-based projects. YES, siblings are welcome to join in the fun! Most recently, the Pablo Center hosted Islands of Brilliance for a workshop during which we worked together to create a miniature town and characters, then learned about stop motion animation!
Stay tuned for future dates! Want to be the first to know about future programs, we are just an email away!
The Fellowship
We’re coming to your part of the state with a new in-person program for neurodivergent youth and young adults 16+! Launching in January 2024, programs will take place at libraries in Eau Claire and Rice Lake and offer a safe and creative space for building community and confidence among peers. Registration opens in November.
Online Programs
Sandbox Programs
Our most frequent and accessible options, Sandbox Programming provides a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for your child to learn, create, and connect.
Foundation Programs
1:1 mentorship, technical software instruction, and guidance on social and emotional development are the hallmarks of our Foundation Programming, which requires specific hardware and software for participation.
Academy Programs
The most rigorous IOB program for students over age 14, Digital Academy (DA) provides apprentice-style instruction in a product-based learning environment. Students collaborate with their peers as well as industry professionals.
Program Registration is Open!
New to Islands of Brilliance?
We’d love to chat and learn a little bit about your child. It is part of our concierge approach to IOB programming. Please connect with Us before registering!
Returning Student?
We are excited to see you return for another workshop! Be sure to check out our expansive program offerings!