What Causes Autism in Individuals? by Bill Ahearn, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA Director of Research, NECC Despite the ardent beliefs of many people that autism has a solely environmental cause such as vaccines, it has long been known that there is strong scientific evidence that autism has genetic origins. Early studies of twins suggested this may […]
Erin Trybulski is a human resources (HR) specialist for The New England Center for Children (NECC). Trybulski, who joined NECC a year and a half ago, has had an immediate impact on her team. “She is the first person to greet staff as they walk into the HR office and is always friendly and eager […]
Ellen Harper is a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for The New England Center for Children’s Higley Road and Westborough 1 residences as well as for some students living on Parker Road and Apartment 2 of ITT. She joined NECC in June 2019 after spending the fall of 2018 as an SLP intern. A colleague nominated Harper […]
Hailey Tomlin-Boyd is level one teacher on The New England Center for Children’s Newcastle Road residence team. A colleague nominated Tomlin-Boyd because she “works tirelessly behind the scenes to organize our residence and keep it super clean,” and “has the most caring and compassionate way with not only our students but all the students she works […]
In the last two years, the pandemic has had an adverse effect on special education services, especially those for children with autism. Jennifer Loring, a consulting specialist for The New England Center for Children, has seen the toll it has taken on the organization and her students firsthand. This inspired her to channel her love […]
Aaron Peeper has worked as a member of the Food Services team at The New England Center for Children since February 2019. During that time, Aaron has earned the reputation as a hard worker and team player.
Kara Dicruttalo, a level 2 teacher, has worked at NECC’s Higley Road residence for the past two and a half years. A colleague nominated Kara because she is a “passionate, helpful and dedicated teacher” who “constantly encourages her students to try their hardest and always celebrates their accomplishments.”
On Monday, January 17, we celebrate the life, legacy, and service of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This day has also been observed as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities.
Meaghan Letson, an IIP Day Coordinator, was nominated for being “an admirable staff advocate by always making sure each staff on her team feels heard,” as well as advocating for the overall student, ensuring they are successful academically as well as in all other areas.