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School Year Off to a Tremendous Start Thanks to Teamwork and Preparedness

By Tim McCabe / October 7, 2020

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…

Successful “Fore” Autism Golf Classic Brings Outdoor Learning Space Project Closer to Completion

By Tim McCabe / October 6, 2020

The fourth annual “Fore” Autism Golf Classic may have looked different from previous years but it remained a tremendous success, raising over $56,000. Proceeds from the day will be directed towards our continuing efforts to improve learning opportunities for our students. Specifically, it will be used purchase new and appropriate equipment for our outdoor learning…

League School Selects Cheryl White as Chief Operating Officer

By Tim McCabe / September 30, 2020

The League School of Greater Boston selected Cheryl White as its Chief Operating Officer. She succeeds Larry Sauer, who was recently selected by the Board of Directors as the school’s new Chief Executive Officer. Ms. White will lead the school’s day-to-day operation that helps autistic students develop to their fullest potential — socially, emotionally, academically,…

“FORE” Autism Golf Outing Set for September 28th

By Tim McCabe / September 8, 2020

League School’s fourth annual “Fore” Autism Golf Classic takes place at the end of September. Join us for an enjoyable day on the golf course while giving back to the School: Mark Your Calendar – Monday, September 28th 8:30 AM – Registration Opens 9:00 AM – 1:00PM – GOLF Click HERE to Register today! *UPDATE*:…

COVID 19 UPDATE as of 6/18/2020: School Reopening Models

By Tim McCabe / August 18, 2020

Although League School students returned to campus for in-person learning on July 13, we developed three learning models for the upcoming school year in accordance with Department of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines. League School will open on September 8th with in-person learning but will continue to offer remote learning for any students still not ready…

Collaboration Helps Ensure Successful School Reopening

By Tim McCabe / August 13, 2020

After much preparation and teamwork, over 60 students returned to the League School campus on July 13 for in-person learning. Through the collaboration of staff, parents, the Mass Association of 766 Approved Private Schools (maaps), the state, and Board of Directors, the first month has run relatively smoothly, and our students are adjusting to their…

Executive Director Search Committee and Friends Member Appointed to Board

By Tim McCabe / August 13, 2020

Ron Katz, the Friends of League representative to the Executive Director Search Committee, was elected in June to League’s Board of Directors. Ron is Senior Director of National Accounts for Agile Fleet, a national provider of fleet and mobility management software systems. He has more than 30 years of experience working within the transportation, fleet…

Newest Friends of League School Member Brings Unparalleled Expertise in Special Education

By Tim McCabe / August 13, 2020

The League School of Greater Boston recently welcomed its newest Friends member, James Major, the retired long-time Executive Director of the state’s special education trade association, the Massachusetts Association of C766 Approved Private Schools (maaps). For 30 years, Jim led the organization that advocates for over 160 private and special education Massachusetts day and residential…

maaps Plays Instrumental Role in Helping Special Ed Schools Navigate COVID-19

By Tim McCabe / August 13, 2020

Since COVID-19 first hit the United States, there’s been a lot of unknowns for the special education industry: day school facility closings; remote learning; residential program continuity; tuition payment issues; safety protocols; transportation funding; and return to campus logistics. “Our population includes the medically and emotionally fragile, and we needed to mobilize quickly and efficiently,”…

League School to Welcome Students Back to Campus on Monday, July 13th

By Tim McCabe / July 10, 2020

After receiving final summer guidance from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), League School has spent the past week training staff on new protocols and procedures. In addition, the school has prepared our facility to meet the new health and safety standards. Our staff is ready and eager to welcome their students back…

Executive Director Frank Gagliardi, EdD, Bids League School Adieu

By Tim McCabe / July 1, 2020

Dr. Frank Gagliardi, League School’s Executive Director, bids adieu to the school at the end of this month. When he announced his plans for this June’s retirement last fall, he didn’t imagine the surreal time we’d be in this spring, but he’s leaving the school on strong footing that will enable it to continue to…

League School Receives Top Ten Recognition For Special Needs Elementary School

By Tim McCabe / June 26, 2020

The Boston Parents Paper is again recognizing the League School of Greater Boston in its 2020 Family Favorite Reader’s Choice awards. The school earned a top-ten ranking for Best Special Needs Elementary School. The Family Favorites poll gives parents the opportunity to promote the people, places, and things that make the Greater Boston area the…

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