The 50th Anniversary NECC gala served as the capstone event for the special year and raised over $1.5M for the Center. This celebration underscored five decades of innovation, impact, and commitment to transforming the lives of children with autism. Premiering at the gala was One Powerful Place, a moving short film about NECC, narrated by […]
As we enter this season of peace and joy, we are reminded of the incredible strength, hope, and perseverance that fill our community every day. Our students continue to inspire us with their hard work and achievements, and it is our privilege to celebrate these moments with you. I hope this holiday video brings as […]
On April 20, 2026, ten amazing runners will tackle the 130th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America as members of Team NECC. These runners come from diverse backgrounds but are united by a common purpose: to raise critical funds and awareness for autism and The New England Center for Children (NECC). The passion, determination, and personal stories […]
A special donor provided grant funding to send 80 members of the NECC community to the Boston Pops. On Saturday, December 6, a mix of students, families, teachers, adults, and student alumni attended the Sensory-Friendly Holiday Pops at Symphony Hall in Boston, conducted by Keith Lockhart. The event featured a visit from Santa Claus and […]
Rui Geng, an IIP teacher, has worked at NECC since 2024. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight by a colleague “because she has worked incredibly hard since starting at NECC to develop her teaching skills and relationships with the students. She is always smiling and willing to help in any way that is needed!” How […]
Sarah Pizzi, MSEd, CAGS, BCBA, a consulting specialist in a partner classroom in New Hampshire, has worked for NECC since 2011. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight by a colleague “because she builds genuine, trusting relationships with the team, always taking the time to listen, offer guidance, and celebrate successes. Her caring nature and calm […]
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, private special education schools from across the Commonwealth gathered for the MAAPS celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The event, held at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate in Boston, welcomed nearly 400 educators, legislators, families, and students. Lt. Governor […]
The New England Center for Children (NECC) is proud to be named one of Massachusetts’ Top 100 Women-Led Businesses by The Women’s Edge in the 2025 “Women & Power” issue of the Boston Globe Magazine. The Top 100 list recognizes women leaders and organizations that shape the economy of the Commonwealth — from building businesses […]
NECC was featured on Chronicle (Boston Channel 5). View the spot here. By Kendyl Murtaugh (WCVB, Channel 5) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that shapes how a person communicates, interacts, and experiences the world. Studies show that when one child in a family is diagnosed with autism, younger siblings are more likely to […]