April Is Autism Awareness Month!

From the Autism Society of America:

National Autism Awareness Month


In order to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, the Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness Month since the 1970s. The United States recognizes April as a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community.

Notez Live! on Facebook! *Announcement*

Hey there everyone! Notez Live! Is now on FaceBook and is accessible to everyone. Note Live! features valuable resources from communities around the globe! Needing specific resources?  Need educational ideas, tools, and valuable resources for your area?  Simply send an email to mamakelnotez@live.com and advise what type of disability or condition you are needing information and resources for and we will do our best to locate them. Please provide your city and country. If you live in a rural area, please provide the closest big city near you. This is a free service! For all you Facebook fans out there, visit the link and become a fan. Simply by becoming a fan you are making a difference! Thank you for your support!

Attention Parents & Caregivers...Understanding your childs Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

As the parent of 15 year old Cameron who lives with Autism, I know full well the struggle it can be to ensure the best education possible for a child with Special Needs. Autism is a pandemic, with every 1 in 91 being diagnosed in the states and the numbers are skyrocketing in other countries such as India, China, and Mexico. ADD & ADHD is on the rise with more and more children being put on what I used to call my 'chill pill'. There is no such thing as standardized education. Many children in our public schools systems are being put on IEP's or Individualized Education Plans/Programs. Every child learns differently and at different paces, especially when it comes to children with special needs. With the right tools, any child can succeed!

JANUARY SPOTLITE ARTIST: Ralph Bell/Open Door Art Studio (Columbus OH) - Expression Without Limitation!

In doing research for our first Spotlite Artisft of the Month, I came across a website titled The Open Door Art Studio.  See the following from their website and learn about artist Ralph Bell, inspiration for The Open Door Studio located Columbus OH:

The Notez Muzic & Artz Education Workshop

There is no room for argument when it comes to the power of Music and Art. Notez is designed to share music and arts activities, and to serve as an online community center providing valuable resources to those who live with, care for, and educate those with developmental and physical challenges.