Sandbox@ • June 27 • Milwaukee • 10:30am - 12:00pm CST

Sandbox@ Ages 8+

Islands of Brilliance (IOB) is packing up our art supplies, hitting the road, and heading to the Sherman Phoenix in Milwaukee!

Sandbox@ introduces autistic students and their families to IOB's in-person versions of our three virtual Sandbox programs.

Participants will have the chance to learn, create, and connect with other students in a safe and supportive environment through art, storytelling, and STEaM-based projects. Each workshop is 90 minutes but we have a hunch it will go by in the blink of an eye as we've got an action-packed schedule.

HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT DURING THE WORKSHOP!

We'll kick the morning off with a quick welcome and introduction followed by the Question of the Day where each participant gets to share their answers with the group. This helps everyone ease into the workshop and get the creative juices flowing for our first activity which is…

Smactivities or Subject Matter Activities! Students will be given a specific topic where they have the chance to dig into the subject, create a unique design, and share their awesomeness with their peers. Students bring their own spin to topics like "Create your own superhero shield," or "Animal Mashup." The sky's the limit! And we usually see some awesome creations.

We'll transition into the next activity with a storytelling exercise called Natterdays. "Natter" means to talk casually or to chatter. And we know our students love to talk about their favorite things! Natterdays captures that energy and enthusiasm and welcomes students to take turns and collaborate with one another to develop a one-of-a-kind story.

We'll wrap up with the Doodle Lounge! IOB encourages students to explore their creativity and interests alongside their peers. Using pencil, pen, and paper, participants will draw, create, and share their artwork with others.

WHAT ABOUT PARENTS AND SIBLINGS? CAN THEY JOIN IN THE FUN?

Absolutely! We strongly encourage family participation as it's a great way to experience firsthand the IOB magic.

If family members will be joining their student during the workshop, please make sure you select the appropriate ticket quantity during registration checkout.

Separate breakout space will also be available for families to relax, read, meet one another if you decide not to participate in the activities. You can use the time however you'd like!

When: Monday, June 27 • 10:30am - 12:00pm CST

Location: Sherman Phoenix / 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. / Milwaukee

Cost: $12.50 / person

Supplies needed: IOB to provide. However, if your student would like to bring their own iPad or sketchbook, that is certainly A-OK! If you have questions about supplies, please email [email protected] and we can answer.

When registering: If family members will be joining their student during the workshop, please make sure you select the appropriate ticket quantity during registration checkout. Program reminder emails will be sent to the parent email address typed in the Registration section.

PARAMETERS FOR PARTICIPANTS

Student to Staff Ratio: Approximately 5:1

Communication Skills: Able to respond to verbal instructions with visual supports to follow along with the structured activity. Students create alongside peers and IOB Staff as well as share completed projects with the group.

Attention: Able to attend to a complete task (or series of tasks) independently or with minimal support provided. IOB Staff provide modeling of each task and verbal encouragement to remain engaged until completion.

IOB HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

Islands of Brilliance has made the decision to be respectful of individual preferences when it comes to implementing our health policy. Wearing a mask during in-person workshops is recommended, but not required. Wearing a mask will be respected, as well as the decision not to. Our staff is fully vaccinated, and will be taking health precautions based on their own level of comfort.

The safety and well-being of our students, mentors, artists and staff is our top priority and we follow recommendations from the CDC and local health departments. We reserve the right to change our safety policy at any time. Any changes to our health policy will be communicated prior to the start of Summer workshops.

If there are changes to the policy, we will update registrants via email.

WAIVER POLICY

As a condition to my child’s participation in the Islands of Brilliance program, I hereby release and hold harmless Islands of Brilliance, volunteer staff and mentors, and all of their respective owners, employees, agents and representatives, from and against all claims, damages and other liabilities whatsoever, including but not limited to personal injury, illness or property damage, which relate in any way to my child’s participation in the Islands of Brilliance program.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Islands of Brilliance allows full refunds within 24 hours of registration. Cancellations up to 7 days before a workshop will receive a full refund. Cancellations less than 7 days before or during a workshop are non-refundable.

Host or Publisher Islands of Brilliance