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SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, October 4th, 2015 1:00– 4:00pm Mark your calendar and join us to celebrate the grand opening of our innovative new facility that will enhance programing and maximize learning opportunities for each of our students.
Read MoreTexting: A Virtual Life Skill
Most of us carry a cell phone, using it not only to call but manage busy schedules, order take-out and send texts. Studies are showing that upwards of half of all teenagers send text messages daily, some average 100 texts per day. Virtual life continues to increase for teens and young adults and is just…
Read MoreLeague School to Host Special Presentation: “The New Massachusetts Autism Teacher Endorsement: An Overview” – First in a Series of Presentations in Partnership Between League School of Greater Boston and Lesley University
League School of Greater Boston would like to invite educational professionals as well as anyone else interested to attend a special professional development opportunity it is hosting at its campus at 300 Boston Providence Highway (Route 1) on Tuesday, May 26th from 4:00-6:00 P.M. That afternoon, Elizabeth Stringer Keefe of Lesley University will be making…
Read MoreCelebrating the Individual
A student recently transferred into our Transition Program from one of our other programs. The Transition Program at League School educates students between the ages of 16 and 22 with a focus on functional academics, vocational training, social pragmatic skills, independent living skills, community experiences, and safety awareness. This student had many challenges; both academics…
Read MoreSTUDENTS TRAINING TO RECYCLE
Upon walking into League School and looking into a classroom in the Transition Program you will find an emphasis on functional academics, communication, emotional regulation, and vocational preparation. As a head teacher in this program, I strive to help my students reach their greatest independence and prepare them for life after graduation. When choosing lessons…
Read MoreThe Second Annual League School of Greater Boston’s 5K Road/1 Mile Walk Race Was Again a Glorious Success
Earlier this month, a wind-blown crowd of 200+ runners and countless supporters and friends celebrated a wonderful spring day with the running of the 2nd Annual League School of Greater Boston’s 5K Road/1 Mile Walk Race at the Old Post Elementary School in Walpole. Friends and family members cheered runners and walkers young and old…
Read More“Loose Change Can Change Lives” Fundraising Initiative Created Awareness of School at a Variety of Locations
This past March, League School of Greater Boston held a month-long fundraiser – called“Loose Change Can Change Lives.” The program involved placing loose change containers at the school as well as at a number of different businesses and allowing friends of the school to contribute the loose change that they had accumulated to the school.…
Read MoreMy Experience at League School
Over the past several years I have had the pleasure to work at the League School of Greater Boston. The past three years have been unique as a result of having the opportunity to work with students across the different programs. I started in July 2007 working with Carole-Jean Smith. It was a wonderful learning…
Read MoreLeague School of Greater Boston Holding 5K Run/1 Mile Walk for Autism on Saturday, April 11th
With over a number of participants already signed up (but room for a lot more), a group of League School staffers and parents committee is nearing the finish line in its preparations for the school’s 2nd Annual 5K joint Road Race and Walk to benefit the school. Advanced registration is $25 while registration the day…
Read MoreLoose Change Changes Lives Is a Fundraising Initiative Being Held by League School
This March, League School of Greater Boston will be holding a different kind of month-long fundraiser – called “Loose Change to Change Lives,” the school will be encouraging its staff, students, family members and friends to set aside the loose change they accumulate during each day during March. There will be a collection container at the…
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