A unique component of NECC's Vocational Department’s work in supporting students who are navigating the employment process is the creation of a vocational portfolio. This spring, Bobby, an IIP student, showcased his when he interviewed for and was hired as a brand associate at Old Navy.
On April 24, 2024, The New England Center for Children (NECC) lost a pillar of its community when longtime staff member Cathy Welch passed away at the age of 66 after a long and extremely brave battle with cancer.
NECC students and staff “traveled the world” on June 18 when the Education Department hosted its second annual World's Fair.
Jill Lagace, MS, OTR/L, an occupational therapist at The New England Center for Children, was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she “has a strong foundational understanding of how her services support the students across all aspects of their lives."
Sophie Bolinger, a level 2 teacher and core shift manager for The New England Center for Children’s Francine Road residential team, has been working at NECC for two years. She was nominated by multiple colleagues for being an “amazing team leader who goes above and beyond for students and staff."
Jenna Noccioli-Sullivan, a level 2 teacher on the Intensive Instruction Program (IIP), has worked at The New England Center for Children (NECC) for three years. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight by a colleague because she is “a hardworking and dedicated case manager and teacher."
In July of 2022, NECC music teacher Nadia Castagna created The Littlest Musicians music class for staff families with infants and young toddlers. Beginning with just six kids on Zoom, the class has grown to more than 40 children.
Emma Parsons was nominated for Staff Spotlight because "even on the hardest days, Emma is always positive and happy, and always willing to help a coworker. She’s someone we all look up to!"
The 18th Annual NECC Walk/Run for Autism surpassed the totals of previous ones, raising $324,000 with more than 1,000 participants. Virtual teams took part on Cape Cod, in New Hampshire, and in Abu Dhabi.
Kelsey Mellekas, MSEd, BCBA, LABA, has worked for The New England Center for Children for ten years. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “she is an amazing supervisor who is always there to support each member of the team."
