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.”
Amy Doyle, a level 2 teacher and core shift manager (CSM) for The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Higley Road residential team, has worked at NECC since September 2022. She was nominated by a colleague because of the support she provides for her team.
At The New England Center for Children (NECC), students aren’t the only ones who receive support. The Enrollment Family Support (EFS) team regularly hosts information sessions designed for parents and guardians caring for individuals with autism.
As the weather continues to warm up, The New England Center for Children (NECC) is preparing to revive its Edible Schoolyard project for another gardening season. This year, the academic, vocational, and food services departments have collaborated on a three-pronged approach for student involvement to enhance students’ learning experience.
Allie Phillips, a tutor in NECC’s Partner Program in Derry, NH, was nominated by a colleague because “she is always a ball of sunshine every time she walks into the classroom! Allie is one of the best staff members when it comes to problem-solving and helping students independently problem-solve themselves.”
