League News

My son, Evan, often speaks to me about how much the people at League have taught and done for him. But seeing him calmly and confidently confer that message to a large crowd at League’s golf outing was beyond amazing.  When I spoke with him later that evening, Evan read his speech. He was clearly…

MIT’s Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences Early Childhood Cognition Lab, directed by Dr. Laura Schulz, is conducting The Loophole Study, which seeks to improve understanding of communication skills and social decision-making in children who are diagnosed with autism. There is a short survey for parents of children who are diagnosed with autism. The survey…

The League School is looking for more great team members, and you can help. Critical staffing needs include assistant teachers, weekend and evening direct support professionals, and clinicians. “Employee, board member, parent, and supporter referrals are an ideal recruiting source as you are familiar with the League School and its culture,” said Jenna Federer, Direct…

The League School recently welcomed six new employees to our team. The majority discovered the school online, primarily on Indeed. Two employees found the school by driving by it. Stephany Noriega, a new Assistant Teacher, was researching job opportunities online that were closer to her home in Rhode Island when she came across League School.…

League School student, Anthony Lagana, was concerned about the amount of domestic violence he was seeing in the news and in movies and wanted to do something to combat it. “Seeing sexual assault and harassment on TV and in the news caught my attention to step up and do the right thing,” said Anthony. “I…

The League School is moving forward on multiple fronts to increase awareness of the school and adopt innovative tactics to enhance student preparedness for life after graduation. “As a result of the strategic plan process, we’re increasing our focus on developing student work skills,” said Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sauer. “Students who would benefit by…

The school’s newest class offering on self-advocacy is unique. Instead of the behavior modification strategies used by other school curriculums, this class will help students voice their needs. Author and consultant Michael John Carley is uniquely qualified to lead this class — along with his then four-year-old son, he was diagnosed with Autism in 2000.…

The Old Colony YMCA’s mission is to enrich the quality of life for everyone in the community. It gives people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. “Our goal is diversity and inclusivity, and we want everyone to feel welcome,” said Ellen Greene, Vice President…

Friday, October 28th 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (program begins at 8:30 AM) Dedham Holiday Inn Conference Center, 55 Ariadne Road, Dedham The collection and use of data have always been a critical part of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities. The new IEP process that will go into effect in 2023…