Mississippi SB2499 establishes a grant program to fund autism specialists, professional development, and sensory supports for exceptional children.
Mississippi SB2499 authorizes the State Department of Education to create a grant program for public school districts. The grants aim to fund autism specialists, evidence-based professional development for educators of exceptional children, and sensory and instructional supports. The program prioritizes districts serving high numbers of underserved students. The State Department of Education can promulgate and enforce rules to administer the program, ensuring high-quality services for exceptional children.
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