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Practical Tips for Helping Your Child with Autism | Ep. 41

How do you deal with school closings when your child has autism and communication challenges?

BIO

Rochelle Matthews-Somerville, PhD

Rochelle Matthews-Somerville, PhD, is a homeschooling mom with 20 years of experience as a university professor, autism specialist, resource teacher & educational consultant, supporting individuals & families with learning & behavioral challenges.

COURT REPORT

Social Pragmatics, Communication, and Autism

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Homeschooler with Autism earns Employee of the Month

Who doesn’t love a happy ending?

NEWS

Autism Scholarship Misunderstanding Ignites Huge Mess for Ohio Homeschooler

A homeschooling mom worked hard to ensure her decision to homeschool wouldn’t compromise her son’s access to special needs therapy. But five months later, she was still waiting to hear back from school officials.

NEWS

Homeschooling Helped Him Navigate Autism. Now He Excels as a Jazz Player

Homeschooled because of his special needs, this grad is now a jazz instrumentalist and is part of the official orchestra for homeschool children in Mexico.

PODCAST

Q&A: Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs | Ep. 56

Do you have questions about homeschooling a child with special needs? Join HSLDA Special Needs Consultants Rochelle Matthews-Somerville and Krisa Winn as they offer encouragement and practical tips on your homeschool journey!

BIO

Krisa Winn, BSE

Krisa Winn was an Educational Consultant for HSLDA from 2012 to 2024.

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Navigating Therapy Options for Your Homeschool

Homeschooling a child who finds learning very hard or has special needs? Great news: You can use at-home and/or outsourced therapies to make the learning process easier and more rewarding for your child!