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The Courage to Try Again

After a difficult season and a painful school experience, our family is choosing hope. Here’s what it looks like to send an autistic child back to school when fear and love exist at the same time.

Lisa's Journal|Autism|Education
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Integration Is Not Optional: Little Village Responds to Texas v. Kennedy

Little Village Schoolhouse condemns the Texas v. Kennedy ruling that weakened federal community integration protections for disabled people. Learn what changed, what remains law, and where we stand on inclusion, belonging, and the right of disabled people to participate fully in their communities.

Autism|Advocacy
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The Myth That Autistic People Don’t Have Empathy

Autistic people don't lack empathy, they express it differently. Discover the double empathy problem, why common myths persist, and how to recognize your child's unique way of connecting. Contact Little Village Schoolhouse to learn more.

Autism|Misconceptions
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'They're Just Repeating What They Heard' - Understanding Gestalt Language Processing

Many autistic children learn language through whole phrases and scripts, not single words. Discover Gestalt Language Processing, why echolalia is communication, and how to support your child. Contact Little Village Schoolhouse to learn more.

Autism|Language
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Beyond 'Just Take a Bite' - Understanding the Steps to Eating

Learn about Dr. Kay Toomey's Steps to Eating model and discover why pressure backfires with selective eaters, plus a fun Food Explorer Challenge to build confidence around food.

Autism|Eating Disorders
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You Got an Autism Diagnosis. What Now?

An autism diagnosis is information, not an emergency. Take time to process, seek neurodiversity-affirming resources, build a support team, and celebrate your child's strengths.

Autism|Diagnosis
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