THE LATEST NECC NEWS
A Lasting Legacy: Cathy Welch
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 Explore World’s Fair
NECC students and staff “traveled the world” on June 18 when the Education Department hosted its second annual World's Fair.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Jill Lagace, MS, OTR/L
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."
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Sophie Bolinger
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."
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Jenna Noccioli-Sullivan
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."
Littlest Musicians, Big Impact: Using Music to Create Community
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.