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Autism Schools & Special Education in New Orleans

Louisiana replaced its old school choice programs with LA GATOR, an education savings account that pays significantly more for students with disabilities. In a city where nearly every school is a charter, that changes the calculation considerably.

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NOLA Public Schools - Special Education

Public special education

Central special education function for the New Orleans charter system; the first contact for evaluation requests and IEP questions.

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Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans - School Choice

Family support and advocacy

Local disability family organisation providing school choice guidance tailored to children with disabilities navigating the New Orleans charter system.

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LA GATOR Scholarship Program - Families

State education savings account

Louisiana education savings account replacing the former Louisiana Scholarship Program, paying up to $15,253 for students with special needs in 2025-26.

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