Students experience autism obstacles through Rotary Club gift
Jamiria Massie explains possible clothing challenges for people with tactile defensiveness at the Hernando High School sensory awareness exhibit. Those with the challenge may be overwhelmed by clothing textures, tightness, tags and seams. (Courtesy Collierville Balloon Festival and DeSoto County Schools)
Part of the Rotary Club funds raised by the Collierville Balloon Festival are being used to help Hernando High students experience the obstacles of autism.
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