Every athlete.
Every victory.
Year-round sports, friendships, and opportunities for students and alumni of Jo Brighton Skills Center, also known as Jo Brighton Center.
More than competition
A place to play,
grow, and belong.
Jo Brighton Special Athletes is a local participating program within Special Olympics Michigan Area 23, serving the Jo Brighton Skills Center community in Wyandotte. Our athletes participate in Special Olympics Michigan competitions through Area 23 while building confidence, friendships, and lasting connections through year-round sports.
Our roots in Wyandotte
About Josephine Brighton and the Center
Josephine Marie Brighton is remembered in local Wyandotte history as a pioneer for special education Downriver and throughout Michigan. The school that bears her name continues that legacy of preparing students for greater independence, meaningful work, community participation, and adult life.
Wyandotte Public Schools says the Jo Brighton Skills Center was established in 1973. Today the program serves students from middle school through age 26. Students ages 18–26 receive vocational and work-site experiences alongside instruction in independent living, social skills, adapted physical education, and other transition-focused areas. Vocational offerings described by the district include culinary and bakery training, building maintenance, woodshop, and computer/business technology.
Jo Brighton Special Athletes is connected to this community of students and alumni through year-round sports and competition.
Choose your game
Our sports
From the field to the lanes, there is a team and a challenge waiting for every athlete.
Stay connected
Game times.
Big moments.
Bulldog pride.
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