Jessica Beaudry, a tutor in NECC’s Partner Program, was nominated because she “continually works hard to gain so much knowledge. In the classroom, she is dedicated to all the students and is an amazing resource when you need help understanding academic curriculum or behavior plans.”
Gary Burnell, assistant director of Facilities, was nominated for Staff Spotlight by a colleague because “while his work is often behind the scenes, Gary’s readiness to assist with projects big and small speaks volumes.”
Bailey Williams has worked as a level 2 teacher for The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Intensive Instruction Program (IIP) for a year. She was nominated by a colleague because she has “the most positive attitude. She’s always willing to drop whatever she’s doing and help out.”
Mary Nevins has worked as lead teacher in one of NECC’s partner classrooms in Barnstable, MA, over the last year. She was nominated because she is “an amazing lead teacher” and “a strong advocate for our students and the staff who work in her room.”
Kim Ruscitti, associate director of communications at The New England Center for Children was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she “has been an integral part of the Development and Communications Team, managing multiple responsibilities relating to marketing and communications.”
Sheila Pickett, MS, BCBA, LABA, a vocational specialist in The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Vocational Department, was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she is “passionate about vocational services and setting students up for success, both now and in adulthood.”
Jaylin Enright has worked as a tutor in one of NECC’s partner classrooms in Derry, NH, for two years. She was nominated because she “is kind, patient, and so much fun with every student. Jaylin is a joy to work with and be around!”
In a few weeks, 18 runners will represent Team NECC at the Falmouth Road Race. NECC teachers Caroline Stevenson and Emily Walden will run alongside Rhea Beaupre, the 16-year-old sister of one of their students.
Though Lise Menard Smith only worked at NECC for a year, the skills she learned during her time here have helped guide her life, which includes raising a son with autism. Now, as a fan-favorite on Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum-US, Lise has a platform to advocate for autism acceptance.