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New $70 million special needs education center opens in Sterling Heights for Macomb County students
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Evan Sery , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This building will serve around 250 students of various ages. A personal story illustrates the impact of this development, as a 15-year-old boy with significant health issues will be among the first to attend.
A major milestone has been reached with the opening of a new facility for students with special needs. This building will serve around 250 students of various ages. A personal story illustrates the impact of this development, as a 15-year-old boy with significant health issues will be among the first to attend.
The facility is a result of significant investment, with a price tag of $70 million. It spans 140,000 square feet and is designed to support students from infancy to age 26.
Further details about this new center are available, including a video report from a news reporter.
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Category: schools Published: August 28, 2026 Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News Reading time: 1 min
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