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Autism Schools & Special Education in Overland Park

Johnson County has some of the best-funded public schools in Kansas, and for many autistic students that is genuinely the strongest option available. Blue Valley and Shawnee Mission both run substantial special education programs. The private alternatives nearby are small and mostly oriented toward learning differences rather than autism specifically - so know what you are comparing.

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Blue Valley USD 229 - Special Education

Public special education

District special education framing the IEP as a collaborative document written by a team including parents, with measurable goals and progress monitoring.

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Shawnee Mission School District - Special Education

Public special education

District special education including an Early Childhood Education Center for ages 3-7 with diverse needs, naming twice-exceptional learners explicitly.

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Accelerated Schools of Overland Park

Private school (learning & emotional support)

Kansas- and Cognia-accredited non-profit in Leawood serving grades 4-12 at a 7:1 ratio, with a priority on emotional, social and mental health support.

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Accelerated Schools of Overland Park - Who We Serve

School admissions information

Detail on the student profiles ASOP serves - useful for judging whether it fits your child rather than assuming from reputation.

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