League News

Special Presentation: Navigating Guardianship

By Tim McCabe / May 27, 2020

This presentation was originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 18th but will now be held via Zoom on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Meeting information will be sent in advance. You MUST RSVP before June 2nd to participate Wednesday, June 3rd from 6:00-7:30pm In Massachusetts, all persons who are 18 years or older are presumed…

Preparing for a Return to School

By Tim McCabe / May 21, 2020

Although the League School doesn’t yet have a date for when we can return to the classrooms, planning for that day is underway. A group of key management, facilities, program coordinators, and business office staff have formed a “planning for reopening” committee. This group will establish scheduled temperature and symptom checks. They are determining the…

Residential Program Staff go Above and Beyond During Pandemic

By Tim McCabe / May 21, 2020

The League School’s Residential Program has been a model of excellence during this unprecedented time. When the state required that our on-site school program close, our residential staff sprung to action to ensure a safe, comforting, and educational program for our residents. Although many residential students went home, approximately a dozen students remained, and teamwork…

School Comes Together to Respond to Challenges of Shutdown

By Tim McCabe / May 21, 2020

On March 18, Governor Charlie Baker required all schools to shut down in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The League School, anticipating this directive, began planning well in advance to help students transition to a new way of learning. Beginning at the end of February, the administrative team continually communicated with the state’s special education…

The League School of Greater Boston Selects Lawrence Sauer as Next Executive Director

By Tim McCabe / May 7, 2020

The Board of Directors unanimously voted to appoint Lawrence Sauer as the organization’s Executive Director effective July 1, 2020. He succeeds long-time Executive Director Dr. Frank Gagliardi, who is retiring. Mr. Sauer will lead the school’s continued innovation in helping autistic students develop to their fullest potential — socially, emotionally, academically, and behaviorally. Mr. Sauer…

Be “Apart” of the 2020 Virtual Challenge!

By Tim McCabe / April 24, 2020

With the continued concerns resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, we are unable to host our traditional 5K Walk/Run for Autism. However, that doesn’t mean we are cancelling the event!  Instead, starting on Saturday, May 16th we will take to the streets (and to social media) to raise awareness and support for our amazing students through…

PLEASE READ: COVID-19 UPDATE as of 4/8/2020

By Tim McCabe / March 13, 2020

With the safety of our students and staff as our primary concern, we continue to navigate the rapidly-evolving situation regarding COVID-19. Please read the following message from League School. League School update 4/8/2020:  League School’s Day program will be closed until at least May 4, 2020. The Residential program will remain open for students who…

UPDATE Newsletter – February 2020

By Tim McCabe / February 26, 2020

Check out the latest news and insights from the League School of Greater Boston’s newsletter, including all the details on upcoming League School events. https://leagueschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/February-newsletter.pdf

Celebrate Autism Awareness Month at our 7th Annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing

By Tim McCabe / February 11, 2020

Get ready to lace up your sneakers – the 7th Annual 5K Walk and Run for Autism will take place on Saturday, April 18. The month of April is Autism Awareness Month, and participating in our annual 5K event brings awareness of autism and the League School into the greater Walpole community.This fun event begins…

Lynne Goyuk Comes Back to Her Roots – Joins League School as Admissions Coordinator

By Tim McCabe / February 11, 2020

Lynne Goyuk’s first job was as an intern at the Peabody School in Newton, where she worked in a special needs classroom. She notes this is a bit of kismet – the League School’s first location was at the Peabody School. Her career has come full circle when she was hired in January as the…

Frank Gagliardi, Duron and Christine Harmon, and Direct Federal Credit Union Are 2020 League School Champions

By Tim McCabe / February 11, 2020

Join us for our Night of Champions Dinner, Thursday evening, May 14, when we honor those who bring hope and support to students with autism and their families. This year’s honorees are retiring League School Executive Director, Frank Gagliardi, New England Patriots safety, Duron Harmon, and Direct Federal Credit Union. All three demonstrate remarkable commitment…

*Early Bird Registration* 7th Annual 5K Walk/Run Set for Saturday, April 18th

By Tim McCabe / February 6, 2020

Join us (rain or shine) as we take to the streets of Walpole in support of our students and to raise awareness for Autism. REGISTER NOW to receive the EARLY BIRD RATE of $20! https://tiny.cc/League5K As a runner, a walker or a volunteer, everyone has the chance to make a difference! Saturday, April 18th Registration-…