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MISD reallocates $5.9M in bond funds to build new Encore Academy for special‑education transition program
Summary
Trustees approved reallocating $5.9 million from the Midland Lee Freshman project to build a new Encore Academy (18–22 program), selected Park Hill for package 13 architecture, and approved construction rankings for other bond packages; the board emphasized faster timeline and long‑term operational savings versus renovating older buildings.
The Midland ISD Board of Trustees on March 24 approved a reallocation of $5.9 million from the bond allocation for Midland Lee Freshman High School to fund a new Encore Academy facility designed for 18–22 year-old students in transition programs.
Administration and architects described the new-construction plan as a purpose-built facility that doubles the program’s capacity and provides vocational, life-skills, culinary and outdoor spaces tailored to the population. Staff said renovating the…
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