League News

How to Avoid Student Weight Gain During the Holiday Season

By Tim McCabe / November 14, 2019

Eating healthily during the holiday season is a challenge for everyone, but it can be particularly difficult for children with autism. A New England Journal of Medicine study found that the average person gains one to two pounds over the holidays, but never take off those extra pounds. The challenge of maintaining a healthy weight…

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League School is Hosting Legislators’ Day on December 6th

By Tim McCabe / November 13, 2019

League School and the Massachusetts Association of Ch. 766 Approved Private Schools (maaps) invite you to join local business leaders and community members to learn about the impact League School has made on the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. The event is taking place on Friday, December 6th from 10:00-11:30am…

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Residential Program Poised for Growth

By Tim McCabe / November 13, 2019

Coordinator of Residential Services, Kerry Figueiredo, is passionate about the role the Residential Program plays in helping students thrive after they graduate from the League School. “After working in adult residential programs for many years, I found League School for a reason,” she says. “My main objective is to ensure a safe, welcoming, and educational…

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Preparing Students for Life After Graduation is Top of Mind for School’s Principal

By Tim McCabe / November 13, 2019

League School teachers, program coordinators, therapists, clinicians, social workers, counselors, and administrative staff have one aim, according to Principal Patrick Fuller: preparing students for life after graduation. “We are all committed to preparing students for leaving the comfort and safety of the League School,” said Principal Fuller. To that end, he names four initiatives as…

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A Winning Score at This Year’s “Fore” Autism Golf Classic

By Tim McCabe / November 13, 2019

The third annual “Fore” Autism Golf Classic was an overwhelming success. Beating all previous records, the event raised $66,000 for the school. Held on Monday, September 30, 128 participants, including 116 golfers, enjoyed a spectacular fall day at the Walpole Country Club. “This third annual event was a record-setting day in support of the school,”…

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PARTNER PROFILE:

By Tim McCabe / October 17, 2019

HESSCO Meals on Wheels/League School Partnership is a Win-Win For over 10 years, the League School has partnered with HESSCO (Health and Social Services Consortium) Meals on Wheels to provide vocational training for students. During that period, over 30 students have worked for the organization, gaining valuable skills and experience in the process including: Teamwork…

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UPDATE: New Outdoor Learning Space Project

By Tim McCabe / October 17, 2019

In the school’s on-going effort to provide our students with a new outdoor learning space, we are happy to report funding for the initial phase of the project is complete. We reached this milestone at a critical time. A recent outside assessment of our physical space recommended that the school’s current play structure be removed…

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Friends of the League School Welcomes Three New Members

By Tim McCabe / October 17, 2019

The Friends of the League School welcomed three new members this September. The Friends of League School brings together talented professionals to share their knowledge and expand our network of ambassadors and advocates. The new members include: Robert Way, President of Robert Way Construction, Inc., a Norwood-based construction company that provides residential remodeling services and…

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Reconstruction Process Reaps Expanded Capacity

By Tim McCabe / October 17, 2019

Every six years, the League School has the opportunity to go through an evaluation process to assess whether we are optimally meeting the needs of the students we serve. As the student population and our programs change, this reconstruction process, authorized under Massachusetts regulations, enables us to make adjustments to our funding sources for staffing,…

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Over 40 Attend Open House Featuring Student Artwork

By Tim McCabe / October 17, 2019

Thank you to more than 40 parents, staff, Board members, Friends of League members, and guests who attended this year’s Open House held at Cilla’s Coffee House in Norfolk on September 18th. Hosted by Board Member, Tracey Robbins, the event was an open discussion on what the future may hold for individuals and families with…

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Five Tips to Take the Scare Out of Halloween

By Tim McCabe / October 9, 2019

Halloween can be scary, particularly for autistic students who generally thrive on routine. As it only happens once a year, there are many unexpected aspects of the holiday and the lead up to it. Spooky music, creatures jumping out of nowhere, and creepy costumes add to the anxiety. Tracey Mello, a League School Certified Occupational…

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Student Art Featured at Cilla’s Coffeehouse in Norfolk

By Tim McCabe / September 10, 2019

Throughout the month of September, League School students’ artwork will be featured at Cilla’s Coffeehouse, 5A Liberty Lane, in Norfolk. Art from approximately a dozen artists across the Foundations, Content Teaching, Pathfinder, and Transitions programs will be shown. “We will display a variety of mediums including painting, drawing, collage, two-dimensional, and potentially photography,” said Danielle…

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