A new program is coming to the Valley to help children with autism spectrum disorder. Funding for the initiative comes from a grant exceeding $1 million. This grant was awarded by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
The program will be implemented over two years and will serve 90 students. It will be based at IDEA Quest Academy in Edinburg. Further information about the program, including its goals and leadership, is available from the source.
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