In just three years, BJ’s Wholesale Club has become a valuable community partner. In addition to sponsoring events, BJ’s has donated goods and supplies, pumpkins for the decorating contest at Halloween, literacy kits for students, and is one of NECC’s newest vocational partners.
Last week, NECC recognized the 27 staff who received their master's degrees during the May 17 Simmons University Commencement with a celebration in Southborough.
One of the first signs of summer at The New England Center for Children (NECC) is the day the Edible Schoolyard comes to life. And this year, it is back and bigger than ever, thanks to a new community partnership with Vego Garden.
Rachel Wheeler, a program coordinator for the Pleasant Street adult services team, has been with The New England Center for Children for 15 years. She was nominated by a colleague because she “brings a calm and thoughtful demeanor to the team.”
On May 14, The Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Special Education operated by The New England Center for Children (MRC-NECC) was among those honored with a Nafis Award at the presidential palace of UAE.
The New England Center for Children President and CEO Jessica Sassi, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, was recently appointed and sworn in as a member of the Massachusetts Commission on Autism.
NECC teacher Cassie Clinton was nominated because “the care she has for the students on School Street is unmatched. She consistently goes above and beyond what is expected. She is also always a great resource on shift and does a great job helping new staff.”
Christina Rayball has worked in The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Partner Program since 2021 and currently serves as an interim lead teacher for a partner classroom in Groton, MA. She was nominated because she “has helped the students make incredible gains in her time in Groton.”
Each year, the NECC 5K Walk/Run for Autism brings together hundreds of staff, students, families, and community members for a day of support for autism education. On May 11, more than 65 people will honor their late colleague, Amy Posocco, by participating as the Miles for Mimi NECC 5K team.
Miranda Cox, a residential coordinator, has worked at NECC for five years. Cox, who began her journey at NECC as a case manager for the Higley Road team, was nominated by a colleague because “She is friendly, knowledgeable, and always on top of everything.”
