Posts Tagged ‘Special Education’
NEWS: League School for Autism Celebrates 60 Years of Empowering Neurodivergent Students
In 1966, League School for Autism was founded to provide educational excellence and positively impact the future trajectory for neurodivergent students, becoming one of the first schools in Massachusetts dedicated to students with autism. Now celebrating its 60th year of empowering students with autism, League School has come a long way since its early beginnings…
Read MoreINSIGHTS: Rethinking Inclusion – Why Access Isn’t Enough
By Dr. Cheryl White, Chief Operating Officer, League School for Autism Inclusion has been a defining principle in special education for decades. Too often, though, it’s reduced to simple images: a student with disabilities on the playground, sitting in a general education classroom, or eating lunch with peers. These snapshots may signal access, but they…
Read MoreNEWS: League School for Autism Receives Coveted NCASES Accreditation
League School for Autism recently received the coveted NCASES Accreditation (National Commission for the Accreditation of Special Education Services), recognizing their excellence in special education programs based on an expert peer review. League School CEO, Lawrence Sauer, and COO, Cheryl White, received the accreditation certificate on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 during an awards ceremony at…
Read MoreLeague School of Greater Boston Earns NASET ‘Schools of Excellence’ Distinction
For the third consecutive year, the League School of Greater Boston has been named a “School of Excellence” by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).
Read MoreLeague School Hosts Legislative Breakfast in Partnership with MAAPS
In partnership with the Massachusetts Association of Approved Private Schools (MAAPS), League School held a successful legislative breakfast on March 31 where we welcomed local legislators and members of the community into our school to discuss special education in the state and also learn more about the exciting things being done at League School.
Read MoreSchool Community Delighted to Finally Honor the Retired Executive Director After a Two-Year Delay
Join Us in Celebrating Frank Gagliardi on Thursday, May 5 After a two-year delay, the League School community finally has the chance to honor retired Executive Director, Frank Gagliardi. Join us on Thursday, May 5, at the Walpole Country Club in Walpole to honor Frank and his 12-year service to the League School’s mission of…
Read MoreLight at the End of the Tunnel: COVID-19 Vaccines are Here!
To say the last year has been challenging would be an understatement. When the League School had to close in-person education in mid-March of 2020, we had no idea how long and how severe the pandemic would be. Fortunately, we now have light at the end of the tunnel – COVID-19 vaccinations of staff and…
Read MoreSuccessful “Fore” Autism Golf Classic Brings Outdoor Learning Space Project Closer to Completion
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…
Read MoreLeague School Selects Cheryl White as Chief Operating Officer
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,…
Read MoreCollaboration Helps Ensure Successful School Reopening
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…
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