FISD therapeutic education center receives $115K grant

The Friendswood ISD Education Foundation, or FEF, awarded a $115,000 legacy grant to the district’s Therapeutic Education Center to provide students with a new outdoor learning and wellness space, according to an Aug. 12 news release from the district.

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The TEC operates inside the district’s annex building, located at 402 Laurel Drive, and is a partnership between Friendswood, Alvin and Pearland ISDs serving students with autism, low-incidence disabilities and emotional disabilities, according to the release.

The grant was awarded Aug. 10 through The U Foundation, which was founded and is led by Friendswood resident Mirna Herr.

Funding for the grant came through the FEF’s Endowment Fund and Century Club, along with contributions from individuals, families and organizations, the release states.

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“Seeing the U Foundation’s support come to life through this Legacy Grant is incredibly meaningful to me,” Herr said. “As a mother and a member of this community, I’m proud that The U Foundation can help create something that will impact students for years to come.”