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Parents, Tapestry staff urge Clayton County board to consider neurodiverse charter
Summary
During public comment, parents, teachers and Tapestry staff described the school’s neurodiverse, inclusive model and asked the Clayton County Board of Education to approve Tapestry Public Charter School’s petition to open in the county.
Speakers at the Clayton County Board of Education’s public comment period urged the board to approve a petition from Tapestry Public Charter School to open a campus in Clayton County, saying the school’s model supports students with autism, ADHD and other neurodiverse needs.
The speakers said the school uses inclusive classrooms, social‑emotional supports and specialized staff to serve students who have not found the right fit in traditional settings. “Tapestry is a critical tool in the toolbox of education,” said Patricia Neely, a District 1 resident and parent, during the public…
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