Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about ASPIRE Creative Arts Program
Have questions about our programs, enrollment process, or services? Browse through our frequently asked questions below. If you don't find what you're looking for, please contact us directly.
Our onsite and virtual classes have the staff to student ratio of 1:6.
We are a site-based program with periodic field trips throughout the year. Onsite students have the option to attend field trips, or stay onsite to take classes.
Yes, our remote classes can be for students who want a fully virtual or hybrid program.
Onsite Program:
Our onsite program hours are from 8:30am-2:30pm. Students can be dropped off no earlier than 8:00am, and picked up no later than 3:00pm.
Remote Program:
Our Remote classes start at 8:00am and end at 2:30pm.
Office Hours:
Our office is open from 8:00am - 3:30pm.
Yes, we are open year-round, observing most national holidays. We are also closed for 2 weeks during the winter holidays. Every year, a new calendar of holidays is provided to all students.
Yes, we are vendored through the Regional Center of Orange County, and also serve neighboring regional center clients.
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide transportation for our students, but it can be arranged through your service coordinator at Regional Center.
Yes, we accept private pay for individuals who are not a client of Regional Center.
Yes, 1:1 remote classes are available. Please contact the office at (714) 635-5261 or (888) 550-ARTS (2787) for more information.
Onsite Program:
We serve adults aged 22 and up with an intellectual or developmental disability who are:
- ambulatory
- capable of handling their personal needs
- show no current aggressive or maladaptive behaviors
- have an interest, skill, or talent in any of the arts
Remote Program:
We serve adults aged 22 and up with an intellectual or developmental disability who:
- show no current aggressive or maladaptive behaviors
- have an interest, skill, or talent in any of the arts
Yes, we accept both full time or part-time students. Students must attend at least 2 days a week. This pertains to our onsite, remote, and hybrid students.
If you are a client of Regional Center:
- Contact your service coordinator and ask them to send a referral packet to ASPIRE Creative Arts Program
- After a referral packet is sent and reviewed, a tour can be scheduled
- Call our office to schedule a tour at (714) 635-5261 or (888) 550-ARTS (2787)
If you are not with a Regional Center:
Call our office to schedule a tour at (714) 635-5261 or (888) 550-ARTS (2787)
Next Steps:
- After a tour, a 2-day visit and assessment will be arranged for onsite and remote students
- A 3-day visit and assessment will be arranged for hybrid students
- If accepted, paperwork for the program must be completed before the student's first day of attendance
- Proof of a TB test dated within the past year must be provided before the first day of onsite attendance
If you would like more information please contact us.