MIDS
Founded in April 2007, Mansfield Innovative and Developmental Services, Inc. (MIDS) is a certified 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Our activities are dedicated to providing business education, job skills training and future full time employment to individuals with developmental challenges in the Mansfield community.
MIDS acts as an extension to the Mansfield High School's Project Teammate Program. MIDS' role is to: (1) research potential new business ventures in the Mansfield community and local surrounding communities; and (2) facilitate collaboration between the Project Teammate members, educators, the local business organizations in the community and government. This consortium will provide the means for the new business' foundation.
"Our student-managed business ventures provide a real-life experience. It encourages and develops their communication and teamwork skills as they gain valuable experience in all aspects of the business. Our mission is to offer the individual the opportunity of choice, the ability to choose a fulfilling career and permanent employment."
Kathleen Harney
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