League News

“Fore” Autism Golf Classic Set for September 30th

By Tim McCabe / July 12, 2019

The League School’s third 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 30 8:30 AM – Registration 9:30 AM – Shotgun Start 2:30 PM – Awards Luncheon The Course Walpole…

17 Runners to Represent League School at Falmouth Road Race.

By Tim McCabe / July 12, 2019

For the fourth year in a row, an amazing group of teachers and friends will represent League School at the Falmouth Road Race. This year, Team League will have a record 17 runners taking to the hills of Falmouth in support of our students. They are already training hard and working even harder to reach the…

Community Partners Program – preparing our students for future employment.

By Tim McCabe / June 12, 2019

As the Coordinator of Vocational and Career Services at League School, Amy Faraone is always looking to add local businesses and organizations to the school’s ever-expanding Community Partners Program. Now in its 20th year of operation, the program provides opportunities for the school’s students to work in supportive environments where they can refine their social…

Building a New Outdoor Play Area Brick by Brick.

By Tim McCabe / May 23, 2019

Getting outside to play is crucial for the social, emotional, and physical growth of the League School students. Our school playground, which has served our students for 19 years, is approaching the end of its useful life. Thank you to those who have already answered the call and helped us raise over $25,000. But with…

League School sets record at 6th Walk/Run for Autism

By Tim McCabe / May 14, 2019

League School of Greater Boston’s 6th Annual 5K joint Road Race and Walk was held on Saturday, April 13th with a record field of 248 participants. All the money that was raised by race participants, $21,000.00 (which was also a record), went towards the school’s on-going efforts to fund and create a new outdoor space…

Night of Champions on May 2nd Celebrated League School’s Many Successes

By Tim McCabe / May 14, 2019

There was lots to celebrate at this year’s League School Night of Champions Gala: a lively auction, honorees who have devoted time and resources to the School, delicious food, sponsors and volunteers who made the event possible, and a packed house. But the loudest and most sustained applause was for former League Student, Connor Ellis,…

“Friends of League” Set to Advance School’s Mission

By Tim McCabe / May 8, 2019

League School’s Board of Directors (BOD) recently created a new “Friends of League” that already has nine members and had its first meeting on April 1st. Tracey Robbins, Vice-President of the BOD, is liaison to the new council which is intended to help the school • By being ambassadors and help build relationships with leaders…

League School Hosting Free Workshop on Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism on May 9th

By Tim McCabe / March 29, 2019

League School will be hosting a free workshop on Thursday, May 9th from 4-6 pm in the Vetstein Auditorium. Dr. Laura Dudley, BCBA-D, LABA will present on Applied Behavioral Analysis and Autism: Applications, Misconceptions, and Future Directions. Dr. Dudley serves as Assistant Clinical Professor and Program Director for the Applied  Behavior Analysis Program at Northeastern…

Night of Champions set for May 2nd

By Tim McCabe / March 21, 2019

We invite you to join us for our 2nd annual “Night of Champions” on Thursday, May 2, 2019 from 6:00-9:00pm at Four Points Sheraton Norwood as we recognize our champions and honor those committed to their success. CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets today!

DCU for Kids Supports League’s Music Program

By League School / March 21, 2019

DCU for Kids has once again partnered with League School in helping our students lead happier and more productive lives. DCU has generously awarded the school a grant in the amount of $7,000 for the purchase of new musical instruments and the opportunity to expand opportunities within our music program. Students with autism have unique…

League School of Greater Boston Selects Ismael DaSilva as the School’s New Chief Financial Officer

By League School / November 13, 2018

New Administrator Brings 20 Years of Experience to the Post (WALPOLE, MA) – League School of Greater Boston, located at 300 Boston Providence Highway in Walpole, is pleased to announce the hiring of Ismael DaSilva as the school’s new CFO. Mr. DaSilva brings over 20 years of experience in financial consulting in school and non-profit…

League School of Greater Boston Receives $20,000 Grant from Middlesex Savings Bank

By League School / November 13, 2018

Funds Will Be Used to Purchase Assistive Technology for the School’s Students (WALPOLE, MA) – League School of Greater Boston, located at 300 Boston Providence Highway in Walpole, is pleased to announce that it recently received a $20,000 grant from Middlesex Savings Bank that will be allocated for the purchase of assistive technology for the…