Studio ACE celebrates neurodiversity with inclusive education & equal access to the arts. We offer a free weekly in-person art class for neurodivergent adults (formerly referred to as adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities) who need assistance.
Class Details:
Two different class sessions are offered every Wednesday:
Session 1: 10:30-11:15am
Session 2: 11:30am-12:15pm
Please note the following class dates for 2023:
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29 (No Class Nov 22— Thanksgiving Holiday)
For ages 18+.
All supplies and instructions are included.
Each class session is limited to 16 students.
Each person/group must be accompanied by a counselor or parent/guardian.
Registration is required to attend class; please register an individual/group by filling out the form below.
Please make sure to read our guidelines for groups visiting Studio ACE (found below the registration form).
Registration Details:
You may sign up for individual class sessions on a weekly basis or register for the entire month of classes at the start of the month. You may sign up for the 10:30-11:15am class (Session 1) or the 11:30am-12:15pm class (Session 2).
If the class you signed up for is already full, you will be notified by email, as we are trying to keep class sizes small.
Please note the following class dates for 2023:
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29 (No Class November 22— Thanksgiving Holiday)
Registration is required to attend class; if you show up without registering, it is up to the instructor’s discretion to allow participation based on the availability of space and materials.
After submitting the registsration form (below), you may assume you are registered even if you do not hear from us, unless the class you signed up for is full— in this case, we will notify you by email.
If any students in your group need special accommodations or considerations, please email instructions directly to your ACE instructor at lindsey@studioace.org.
Guidelines For Groups Visiting Studio ACE:
Welcome to Studio ACE! We’re so happy to have your group here!
Studio ACE is dedicated to enriching lives through Arts, Community, and Education. We strive to accommodate your group’s special needs and request that supervising staff and/or parents work cooperatively with Studio ACE Staff to help us provide the best creative experience for all participants.
We thank you in advance for adhering to the following guidelines while your group is at ACE:
Please remain attentive and engage with your students for the duration of the class; demonstrate interest in their projects and encourage them by asking open-ended questions.
Support Studio ACE Staff by assisting as needed and helping to maintain an inclusive, respectful, and creative environment.
Guide and encourage students through tasks they may find challenging, but avoid doing the project for them; sit down, relax, and enjoy the creative process together.
Due to limited space, we ask that support staff and parents sit down during all table activities.
Do not bring food/beverages into the studio unless pre-approved for special classes/events.
Refrain from using your mobile devices, especially for personal business.
Thank you once again for helping us by adhering to the guidelines outlined above. We look forward to collaborating with your group!
What is Neurodivergent?
Neurodivergent is a nonmedical term that describes people whose brain develops or works differently for some reason. This means the person has different strengths and struggles from people whose brains develop or work more typically. While some people who are neurodivergent have medical conditions, it also happens to people where a medical condition or diagnosis hasn’t been identified.
What conditions can a neurodivergent person have?
People who identify themselves as neurodivergent typically have one or more of the conditions or disorders listed below. However, since there aren’t any medical criteria or definitions of what it means to be neurodivergent, other conditions also can fall under this term as well. People with these conditions may also choose not to identify themselves as neurodivergent.
Some of the conditions that are most common among those who describe themselves as neurodivergent include:
Autism spectrum disorder (this includes what was once known as Asperger’s syndrome).
Dyscalculia (difficulty with math).
Dysgraphia (difficulty with writing).
Dyslexia (difficulty with reading).
Dyspraxia (difficulty with coordination).
Intellectual disabilities.
Mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and more.
Sensory processing disorders.
Social anxiety (a specific type of anxiety disorder).
Source: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/23154-neurodivergent
Please click the following link to read an article on How Children with Special Needs Can Benefit From Art by Linda Robinson, founder and Executive Director of Able Hire, and organization whose mission is helping people with disabilities build rewarding, successful careers.
“I created Able Hire to help people with disabilities build rewarding, successful careers. As a person with disabilities myself, I understand the challenges people with disabilities face when trying to get hired. I hope Able Hire will be a resource for people with disabilities seeking jobs and for hiring managers seeking a better understanding of what people with disabilities have to offer.” – Linda Robinson
