We serve schools and programs for children with moderate to severe handicaps including Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy , Rett’s Syndrome, San Filipe Syndrome, Phelan McDermid Syndrome, hearing, vision, and physical impaired and other genetic issues.
Currently, CTM services two programs in the public school system. These two programs are funded through grants, fundraisers, and private donors. There are between 50-90 students in each program ranging from preschool - 5th grade. The classroom instruction is differentiated to meet the diverse and complicated needs of the students.
Neptune Beach Elementary | Neptune Beach, FL
This school services the tri-beach area & Duval county. NBE was our first school and started with Magical Music Mondays in 2016. There has been much growth, enthusiasm, joy and success which has been noted by teachers, staff, and parents. Music Therapy enrichment has been in place since Fall of 2018. For more information contact Karen Demuth at info@connectingthrumusic.com
Mandarin Oaks Elementary | Jacksonville, FL
MOE started with Magical Music Fundays in January 2019. With music therapy enrichment soon to follow. Program was initiated by the kind donation of a piano by Suzanne Barker and the tuning/transport donated by Melodee Dixon. For more information contact Karen Demuth at info@connectingthrumusic.com
Summer Programs Provided
Jacksonville School of Autism
North Florida School of Special Education
Angelwood Camp
DLC Nurse & Learn
DLC Therapy & Care
Looking To Add Music Therapy To Your Program?
Connecting Thru Music is collaborating with schools/programs to provide music therapy and music experiences to children with special needs. Please contact Karen Demuth if you're interested in integrating this important service at info@connectinthrumusic.com or 904-310-4827. Who we're looking for interested special needs programs at:
Private schools
After school programs
Community music therapy classes (we can help create this program)
