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Mercedes ISD to spend grant funds on sensory rooms, communication devices and staff training for students with autism
Summary
Trustees approved purchases under the Innovative Services for Students with Autism grant to fund sensory supplies, iPads, Microsoft Surface Pros and staff/family training to support students with autism across campuses; the purchase will not draw from district general funds.
Mercedes ISD trustees approved purchases of sensory supplies, communication devices and training using an Innovative Services for Students with Autism grant. District staff described the purchases as part of a two-year grant obtained through a Regional Service Center program; year-one startup costs were higher and the district expects a second-year award provided…
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