The yellow and turquoise school filling a critical gap for kids with autism in New Orleans
The Lens
The yellow and turquoise Harriet Tubman Park school in New Orleans serves as a critical resource for students with autism and other cognitive disabilities, offering specialized programs like Constellations that provide tailored education and support in a secure environment. As the only publicly funded program in the city for these students, it fills a significant gap in New Orleans' decentralized school system, ensuring essential services are available where they are otherwise lacking. The school's approach emphasizes individualized care, with small class sizes, sensory spaces, and alternative assessments to support the unique needs of its students.
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