Frequently Asked Questions

When will Illumine open? 

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Illumine School is making plans to open in the Fall or August 2026.  

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Who will Illumine School serve?

IIllumine School plans to serve students from 12 years of age through 22.  Many students with profound needs wrap up elementary or middle school and struggle to find a program to meet their needs moving into the teenage years as well adulthood.  Illumine School hopes to meet this need in the community and to help our students learn necessary skills to increase their quality of life within their home and within the community.

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​What does education look like at Illumine School?

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Illumine School provides a specialized education shaped by the light of Christ. Every student receives a unique program, designed with the partnership of parents, therapists, behaviorists, and academic personnel. 

​All children need support in their development to grow cognitively and physically, as well as spiritually and emotionally. Classroom instruction will be provided at a child's cognitive ability level.  Small group instruction will be encouraged and include instructions in the Word of God and core subjects to include functional and vocational skills in both the school and in community settings.

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What qualifications do the staff have?

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All teachers have a minimum  of a bachelor's degree in education and/or mental health/therapy provide to best support our students.  Our teachers are encouraged to pursue advanced degrees in education or therapeutic treatment.

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What does an Illumine Special Diploma reflect?

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The Illumine School Diploma signifies the successful completion of four years of coursework from 9th to 12th grade within the program following the program laid out in their Educational Support Plan(ESP). The coursework does not meet the State of Florida requirements for a Standard Diploma.

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How does Illumine School support the families of our students?

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