League News

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…

At this year’s Night of Champions, Sarah Lussier received the first Dr. Frank A. Gagliardi award for her dedication and commitment to the school. The Board of Directors established the award to honor Frank in retirement and recognize his contributions to the League School’s growth. A board-certified behavioral analyst for the Transitions Program and former…

This year’s Night of Champions Gala brought together over 200 League School advocates in honor of the supporters, teachers, and staff of the school and its mission of helping students with autism develop to their fullest potential. “Your dedication speaks to the sense of urgency in providing people with disabilities with the resources needed to…

Friday, August 12 from 10 AM – 2 PM Summer Fun Day is an event students look forward to all year long, and we had to scale it back the last few years to ensure safety during the pandemic. This year, it’s back – bigger and better than ever! Our students look forward to welcoming…

The Residential Program celebrated the end of the school year and the start of summer vacation with an ice cream social on Thursday, June 23. Students, their parents, and guests gathered for the first time since the pandemic outside of the Residential Program campus to enjoy delicious ice cream covered with toppings of their choice.…

Encouraging Social Communication and Emotional Regulation through Transactional Supports (SCERTS®) is the educational framework used by the League School. By supporting students’ skills in social communication, emotional regulation, and transactional support, our teachers and therapists address the core challenges for students on the autism spectrum via a multi-disciplinary approach. “Every day we see the progress…