League News
2019 Night of Champions Chairs Continue Commitment to School
Join Friends of League Geoff and Patricia Ellis have served on the Night of Champions Committee since its beginning. They chaired the last event along with their son Connor. He attended the school for 10 years before his graduation in 2014, and the school holds a special place in the family’s heart. At the 2019…
Despite Rain, 5th Annual “Fore Autism” Golf Classic is a Success
This year’s “Fore Autism” Golf Classic raised $66,000 toward the completion of the League School’s outdoor learning space. A total of 134 committed supporters braved driving rain on June 14 to support the League School and our students. League School student, Anthony, provided inspiration as he described the positive impact the school and our teachers…
Summer Fun Day is Back!
Join us Friday, August 13 One of our students’ favorite events returns on Friday, August 13. From 10AM – 2:30PM, students will enjoy many fun-filled activities: Miniature golf A photo booth A scavenger hunt Spin and edible art Henna tattoo artistry A magic show Emergency trucks “It is always a super day for students and…
League School Summer Summary
The day school program reopened on July 7 after a three-week vacation. The break allowed administrative staff to catch up on projects and gave the students and school staff a chance to exhale. “The pandemic has made for a very tough year, and the teachers and staff appreciated the time off,” said Chief Executive Officer,…
“FORE” Autism Golf Classic: Monday, June 14th
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
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
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,…