League News

“FORE” Autism Golf Classic: Monday, June 14th

By Tim McCabe / May 19, 2021

Join Us for a Fun Day of Golf and Giving Back The League School’s fifth annual “Fore” Autism Golf Classic takes place at a new location and time of year. Join us for a fun day of golf and giving back at the beginning of the golf season, Monday, June 14. This year’s premier outdoor…

League School Dealt Significant Loss of Compassionate and Inspiring Educator

By Tim McCabe / May 19, 2021

Donna Griffin Dedicated to League School for Over 10 Years Donna Griffin, the League School’s beloved Coordinator of Clinical and Family Services, lost her almost two-year battle to cancer at the beginning of the month. She worked for the League School for over 10 years and touched the lives of every staff member, student, and…

The Toll Pandemic Isolation Took on Me and My Autistic Son

By Tim McCabe / May 19, 2021

A parent offers insight into life during the pandemic With markers and a sheet of paper in hand, I call my special-needs son on the iPad and settle in for an hour of chatting and drawing. Framed by the small screen, 20-year-old Dylan directs the conversation and dictates the night’s roster of shapes. “Hi Mommy,…

5K Walk/Run for Autism is a Hit

By Tim McCabe / April 29, 2021

3 Reasons for Stepped Up Success Despite Setbacks Despite the challenges the pandemic posed and less than ideal weather conditions, this year’s 5K Walk/Run for Autism was a huge success. The event generated over $35,000 – the most ever and $5,000 more than last year. Just in time for summer, the proceeds will go toward…

Newest Board Member Has Special Place in Her Heart for League School

By Tim McCabe / April 1, 2021

Daughter of League School of Greater Boston Co-Founders Rejoins Board of Directors Newest Board Member, Nancy Vetstein Hershfield, brings a unique perspective to the school as it embarks on a six- to nine-month strategic planning process. The daughter of co-founders Leona and Arnold Vetstein is excited to rejoin the Board at a pivotal time. “I…

Selected Record Management Platform to Improve Accuracy and Communication

By Tim McCabe / March 3, 2021

League School has been relying on paper student records since its inception in 1966. This method has served us well, but we became aware that it was time to move into the 21st century. Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sauer, had begun looking at educational record management systems last year. After evaluating a number of options,…

New Position to Streamline Training Across Disciplines

By Tim McCabe / March 3, 2021

The League School recently welcomed Deborah Torres as its Manager of Training and Quality Assurance. She is charged with developing and implementing training programs that meet or exceed special education industry standards. This new position replaces an Assistant Program Coordinator position. “Training and quality assurance have been a part of staff responsibilities and, as the…

League School Selected to Assist with Individual Education Program (IEP) Improvement Project

By Tim McCabe / March 3, 2021

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) selected the League School to assist them with their Individual Education Program (IEP) Improvement Project. After a rigorous application process, the agency selected the League School as one of three private schools, and the only school focused on the autism community, to help overhaul the IEP process.…

League School Excited to Embark on Strategic Planning Process

By Tim McCabe / March 3, 2021

The League School is embarking on developing a strategic plan to position the school for future growth and continued excellence in educating students with Autism. Once developed, it will provide a two to three-year roadmap for the future. The process will take six to nine months. “A strategic plan provides a helpful framework to move…

League’s 5K Virtual Walk Set for April 16-18…Register Today!

By Tim McCabe / February 23, 2021

Last year, in the face of unprecedented adversity, families, staff, friends, and sponsors came together to raise more than $30,000 during League School’s first ever Virtual Walk/Run for Autism. This fun event, during Autism Awareness Month, will once again be a virtual event and will continue through the weekend for participants to walk or run on their…

League School’s Inclement Weather Policy

By Tim McCabe / February 22, 2021

As we continue to see inclement weather this winter, please review League’s policy regarding weather related closures.

Outdoor Learning Space Update: Help Us Cross the Finish line!

By Tim McCabe / February 4, 2021

After the pavilion is open, we hope to move forward with purchasing and installing playground equipment. Building a new playground is a critical need for the students, who benefit socially, emotionally, and physically. Playgrounds also foster exploration and discovery, and a variety of equipment helps children develop problem solving skills and confidence. Naming opportunities within…