The NECC community recently came together for an afternoon of movement, laughter, and connection during a Learn to Jump Rope Workshop, hosted by the Wellness Employee Resource Group (ERG) and the Working Caregivers ERG. The workshop welcomed over thirty NECC staff members and their families, including children and loved ones, for a fun-filled opportunity to […]
NECC was honored by the Boston/New England Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences with an Emmy® in the category of Outstanding Branded Content – Short Form Video for One Powerful Place, a film created to celebrate our 50th anniversary. The award marks the third major honor in as many weeks for […]
The New York Times recently published an article about how autism clinics take advantage of medicaid while providing sub-optimal care. Dr. Sassi responded in the following published letter. To the NYT Editor: Re “Autism Clinics Pursue Profits From Preschoolers” (front page, May 25): The reporting on Medicaid abuses in autism treatment exposes a troubling paradox: […]
On Saturday, May 30, Team NECC runner Ryan Bogar took on an extraordinary challenge in support of our school: a 30-mile ultra marathon around Joe Moakley Park in South Boston. Starting at 7:00 a.m., Ryan set out with a simple but powerful goal—to bring together fellow runners and supporters while raising funds for NECC through […]
On May 14, 2026, NECC was honored with a Bronze Anvil Award of Commendation by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for the creative video: One Powerful Place. Senior Director of Development and Communications, Beth McGonagle, and Social Media Coordinator, Lauren Materia, travelled to New York to attend the 82nd Annual Anvil Awards and […]
Despite rainy skies, spirits remained high on May 9, 2026, as a record-breaking 1,100 participants gathered at Neary Elementary School in Southborough for NECC’s 20th Annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism. The milestone event became the most successful 5K in NECC history, raising more than $333,000 in support of the Annual Fund and the school’s mission […]
On Saturday, April 18, longtime educator and pioneer in autism education, Sue Langer, was named a “Most Valuable Educator” by the Boston Red Sox. Langer was honored on the field at Fenway Park prior to the game against the Detroit Tigers. Every Saturday home game, the Red Sox honor local educators who go above and […]
On Thursday, April 16, we hosted our 9th Annual Art Show, bringing together students, alumni, staff, families, and friends for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity and community. More than 90 original works of art were featured in the show’s auction, raising more than $12,000. The artwork—generously donated by NECC students, alumni, staff, local artists, and […]
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 […]