League News
Take Advantage of League School’s Virtual Workshops
The League School is holding a variety of virtual programs to improve collaboration with parents while it’s not possible to meet in person. We encourage parents to take advantage of these opportunities. “Despite the many obstacles posed by the pandemic, the school is making extra efforts to continue frequent parent communication,” said Chief Executive Officer,…
Read MoreReimagining the Vocational Program for Continued Student Success
The League School’s Vocational Program offers students an opportunity to gain life skills in a variety of settings. Prior to COVID, students worked at over 30 offsite locations including the Walpole library, Big Y supermarket, the Fairfield Inn, and the Vanderbilt Club. Many of the vocational programs were indoors; state rules limit the number of…
Read MoreFrom the Desk of the Chief Executive Officer:
With the holiday season upon us, I want to express my gratitude and appreciation to each and every one of you. Thank you especially to our teachers and staff for their unwavering support of our students and each other. Together we have weathered a very difficult year at the school and in the wider community. We have…
Read MoreLeague’s Hosting #LEAGUESTRONG Bikeathon on November 14-15
Register and join us for League School’s inaugural #LEAGUESTRONG Bike-A-Thonon November 14-15, 2020. Whether you want to ride inside or outside, support a rider or create a Peloton riding group, please support the school in this fun virtual challenge!You can choose how you ride, where you ride, and when you ride. Post pictures from your ride…
Read MoreLeague School Launches Teacher Resident Program in Collaboration with Stonehill College
Three students pursuing their Master’s in Special Education from Stonehill College and their teacher’s license are the inaugural participants in the school’s new teacher resident program. Melanie Foster was already working at the school in the Foundations Program. Two students – Zoe Smith and Michaela Antonellis – recently began interning in the Pathfinders Program. CEO,…
Read MoreNew Chief Operating Officer Touts School’s Multi-disciplinary and Team Approach
New Chief Operating Officer, Cheryl White, found the job opening online and enthusiastically applied. “The League School offers a multi-disciplinary approach that focuses on each student’s individual needs,” said Cheryl. “Everyone at the school is extremely welcoming, informative, and graciously shares information. There’s a true sense of community, and I look forward to bringing my…
Read MoreSTAFF SPOTLIGHT: Kait Hendrickx, BCBA
How to Reinforce and Promote Positive Behavior Reinforcement – receiving something preferred or taking away something non-preferred following a response – increases the likelihood that the response will repeat or continue. Students earn an “A” when they do outstanding work in class. Workers get paid to do their jobs and might even get a raise…
Read MoreNight of Champions to Return in 2021
Although we had hoped to hold our Night of Champions program this fall, the ongoing pandemic and corresponding safety protocols made it a difficult proposition. We realized that we couldn’t properly recognize the retirement of Dr. Frank Gagliardi and all of his contributions to the League School as Executive Director. The League School is working…
Read MoreSchool Year Off to a Tremendous Start Thanks to Teamwork and Preparedness
The League School reopened its school program for in-person learning on July 13, and has been making steady progress ever since. Two-thirds of the students returned to campus initially, and that number has grown steadily to the current 77%. Almost all of the students who haven’t returned to campus are participating in virtual learning. “Our…
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