Creative Programs for Neurodivergent Students
Using art, creativity, and creative technologies to spark connection, self-confidence, encourage independence in neurodiverse individuals.
Islands of Brilliance…a Place to Thrive
By engaging students in a creative project celebrating their interests, we build:
Self-confidence
Self-advocacy
Self-determination
Connection to a vibrant, welcoming community
Building independence changes self-perceptions of ability and expectations of what is possible. At Islands of Brilliance, we witness our students’ brilliance becoming unlocked.
IOB's program offerings are student-centered solutions that provides a mix of opportunities spanning different skill sets, needs, and objectives.
The Concierge Approach
Our concierge process is here to help. Islands Of Brilliance (IOB) works closely with parents to ensure we understand your student's areas of interests, passions, learning styles, communication, strengths and challenges. We want to know as much about each student so we can provide the best experience possible.
The Concierge Approach: How it Works
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STEP 1: Complete the Connect Form
Fill in and submit the Connect Form. Once completed, a member of our team will contact you to develop a full understanding of your child’s strengths, needs, and interests. We may also want to discover the learning objectives that have been identified for your child at school as well as your vision for their future.
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STEP 2: Find the right fit
By leveraging our multi-layer programming opportunities—AKA The Program Pyramid—we are able to provide a learning path recommendation that is in alignment with your child’s individual needs, goals, and desires. Whether that plan focuses on IEP goals or simply finds a “happy place” for a student, different program options exist to meet objectives.
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STEP 3: Prepping your student
Getting your student ready to go on day #1 is mission critical for future success. Whether that be conducting virtual staff introductions, walking through technical applications, jumping on a Zoom call to answer any student questions, or creating a social story that helps a student learn more about walking into an unfamiliar situation, IOB will work with parents to identify any preparation needed to ensure their student is ready.
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STEP 4: Ready. Set. Enroll!
Program registration is easy. Head over to our Program Pages to enroll your child. If applicable, now is also the time to work with your child’s case manager to determine if programming can be covered. Questions? Please reach out to connect@islandsofbrilliance.org and we’ll provide speedy assistance.
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STEP 5: Watch your child grow!
It’s program time! Students will find a place that is familiar, welcoming, and lets them think and create in an outcome-focused environment. We hope they get excited to participate and are proud to share their accomplishments. And for parents, we hope you’re just as excited too!
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Get started today!
Our concierge process is designed to provide the best fit for your student and there is no obligation to enroll. We can’t wait to meet you!
Meet our Concierge Team
Our team is excited to meet you and your child! After filling out the connect form, you’ll hear from Christina, our Program Coordinator, to set up a meeting with one of our Educators, Margaret or Kate. We can’t wait to hear about all the things that make your child Brilliant! Together, we’ll find the best fit to open a world of exploration, community, and learning.
Margaret Fairbanks
Cofounder, Chief Education Officer
Dr. Kate Siekman
Director of Learning & Outcomes
Explore Our Programs
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Open Lab Programs
Our most frequent and accessible options, Open Lab Programs provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for your child to learn, create, and connect…including our Daily Doodle Lounge!
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Foundation Programs
Led by a certified educator, students are paired with a professional design mentor to learn technical software skills using various creative technologies and build social and emotional development skills.
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Academy Programs
The most rigorous IOB program, Digital Academy provides apprentice-style instruction in a product-based learning environment.
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Community Programs
Whether you’re a young adult living with autism or is someone who loves and supports them, we know life can be challenging. Our Community Support programs provide professional and peer guidance to help along the journey.