Eye on the Y: BYU funds multi-sensory stimulation room for special education in Jerusalem, BYU Museum of Art offers family home evening activities every Monday

BYU funds multi-sensory stimulation room for special education in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Photo.jpg — Spirits are high at the grand opening of the new multi-sensory stimulation room in Jerusalem. School officials said they are thrilled for the room and how it will serve the local community. (BYU Jerusalem Center via Facebook)

The BYU Jerusalem Center partnered with Latter-day Saint Charities to fund a multi-sensory stimulation room at Al Basma School for special education in Beit Hanina, Jerusalem. The grand opening was held on Sept. 19.

Through things such as lighting, sound, objects and visuals, the room promotes relaxation and calmness for kids with sensory processing issues, developmental delays and autism.

The new room makes the school one of the leading institutions for special education in Jerusalem, according to the BYU Jerusalem Center. The room is projected to be very beneficial to the kids and community it serves.

BYU Museum of Art offers family home evening activities every Monday

Moa Pic.jpg — A visitor admires artwork in the BYU Museum of Art. The MOA hosts family home evening activities every Monday. (@byumoa via instagram)

Those running out of ideas for family home evening can head to the BYU Museum of Art, where they can explore the museum on their own or participate in a special tour with their family or FHE group.

Planned activities and scavenger hunts begin every Monday at 7:00 p.m. during the fall and winter semesters. Those with a group of more than 10 people should make sure to request a guided or self guided tour through the MOA website. Refreshments are also provided to those who attend.