Atlanta’s Howard School celebrates 75 years of education, service to neurodivergent students

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Lori Wilson, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 23, 2026 · 2 min read

The Howard School in Atlanta is celebrating 75 years of serving students who learn differently. Channel 2’s Lori Wilson was at the Howard School, where leaders and community partners were showing off a new first-of-its-kind innovation sprint. For 75 years, the Howard School has focused on finding...

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The Howard School's 75-year milestone is a testament to Atlanta's long-standing commitment to serving students with diverse learning needs. As the school looks to the future, its innovation sprint initiative has the potential to make a significant impact on education outcomes for neurodivergent students not just in Atlanta, but across Georgia. The collaboration between scientists, researchers, clinicians, teachers, artists, and non-profit partners is a model for how different stakeholders can come together to drive positive change. The partnership with the High Museum of Art is particularly noteworthy, as it could pave the way for more inclusive and immersive cultural experiences for neurodivergent students. As the Howard School's programs are studied and refined over the next year, Atlanta residents should watch for opportunities to support and replicate these initiatives in other schools, potentially creating a ripple effect of innovation and inclusivity throughout the city's education system.

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Category: schools · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 2 min

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