Anonymous wrote:The ADA does require reasonable accommodations, including in private businesses, when doing so doesn't impose an undue burden. This isn’t about going "above the law"—it is the law. I realize you're not open to rethinking your position, so I’m not going to keep going in circles. Take care.

Anonymous wrote:It seems likely that either you weren’t there or this is Taylor trying to justify how things were handled. In any case, I’m not trying to change your mind—I know what actually happened.

I wasn’t asking for anyone to break safety rules. I was looking for a conversation after the initial difficulty, hoping we could find a path forward. That conversation never happened. Instead, we were dismissed quickly and without much willingness to engage.

It’s absolutely true that autistic children can follow rules—and that’s exactly why I believe giving them a chance to learn and adjust, with the right support, is worth the effort. I’ve never believed that being neurodivergent should excuse anyone from structure, but it also shouldn’t automatically disqualify a child from participating when things don’t go perfectly the first time.

I appreciate that some PPs have shared helpful suggestions and insights. That’s been far more valuable than speculation or assumptions.

Anonymous wrote:Thank you for sharing your perspective. I understand that instructors are managing a lot in real time and that making adjustments on the spot can be difficult, especially in a group setting.

What I was hoping for—after the initial challenge—was simply the opportunity for my child to try again, this time with a better understanding of his needs and how to support him. I expected a chance to regroup and work together on a plan moving forward. Unfortunately, NCAP didn’t offer that.

That said, I appreciate the posters who shared constructive suggestions—those have been helpful in guiding me toward programs that are more experienced in providing accommodations and working in partnership with families.