New England Dental Group (NEDG) has been a valued community partner of The New England Center for Children (NECC) since 2017. This year, NEDG is the presenting sponsor of the 2022 Children of Promise Gala, the biggest fundraiser of the year for NECC.
Taylor Collins, a program specialist for The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Intensive Treatment Team (ITT) Apartment 1, has worked at NECC for more than seven years. A colleague nominated Collins because “she is more than deserving of the mention.”
Elliot Handin is a fighter. Diagnosed with leukemia at just three months old, Elliot beat the odds, defied his doctors’ grim diagnoses, and is now a thriving 17-year-old student in NECC’s residential program.
Courtney Sickel, a level 2 teacher for The New England Center for Children’s Westborough 2 residence, was nominated because she’s “reliable, kind, and a great advocate for all the girls on West 2. She is a kind leader, strong advocate, and great teacher who we are so lucky to have.”
Erin Carmody has served as director of NECC’s day care center for 14 years. She was nominated for going “above and beyond for the day care children and her staff. She allows parents to come to work knowing their children are in great care throughout the day.”
Though Alex Heggie has only worked at The New England Center for Children (NECC) in Southborough for two years, his connections with the organization date back more than a decade – and another continent.
David Booker, a level 2 teacher on IIP Cohort G, joined NECC nine years ago. He was nominated by a colleague because “his positive attitude and upbeat demeanor are infectious and the enjoyment he displays when interacting with his peers and the students is a breath of fresh air.”
Emily Marin is an education coordinator for NECC’s Francine Road residence. Marin “is a strong education coordinator and stronger supervisor. She is a great role model for all employees and is very caring towards her students. She excels at making new staff and helpers feel comfortable on shift.”
On Friday, November 11, The New England Center for Children (NECC) will host its annual Children of Promise Gala. Hundreds of business leaders, philanthropists, friends, and families will gather at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston to raise funds for autism education and research.
June Kivi has been with NECC for nearly 30 years, serving in a number of roles, including 15 years in the Consulting and Public School Services Department, where she has worked for over 15 years helping to ensure students with autism reach their full potential.
