Author: Kim Ruscitti

Early Markers of Autism Study Helping Holden Family

On March 27, The Landmark featured a cover story on the the Duffy family of Holden, MA, who are part of The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Early Markers of Autism Infant Sibling Study.

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Casey Gormely

Casey Gormely has worked as a level 2 teacher in the IIP at NECC for about a year. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “she is always going above and beyond for her students. The students are always so happy to see her, and I’ve never met a more positive person.”

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Yoselin Hernandez-Avalos

Yoselin Hernandez-Avalos was nominated for Staff Spotlight because “she consistently goes above and beyond to support the team. She’s always ready to lend a hand, whether it’s problem-solving or offering guidance.”

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Michelle Admire

Michelle Admire, the TAC for one of NECC’s residential groups, has worked at NECC for nearly 12 years. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she “goes about and beyond in her position of a TAC.”

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Caitlin Hodgman, MS

Caitlin Hodgman, a lead teacher in one of NECC’s partner classrooms, has worked at NECC for six years. She was nominated by a colleague for Staff Spotlight because she “is a dedicated employee who shows up to work ready to make a positive change.”

BJ’s Wholesale Club Returns as Presenting Sponsor of NECC 5K

BJ’s Wholesale Club will return as the presenting sponsor of the Annual NECC 5K. The NECC 5K Walk/Run for Autism presented by BJ’S Wholesale Club will take place on Saturday, May 3, at 10 a.m. in Southborough.

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Amanda To, MEd

Amanda To, MEd, a teacher at NECC’s Downey Center for Child Development, has worked at NECC for 15 years. She was nominated for Staff Spotlight because she is “a phenomenal teacher and is always trying to learn something new to improve.”

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Courtney Tierney, MSEd

Courtney Tierney, MSEd, an education coordinator for NECC’s Intensive Instruction Program (IIP), has worked at NECC for nine years. She was nominated by a colleague because she “goes above and beyond for all of her students. Her kindness and dedication show in everything that she does.”

Staff Alumna Spotlight: Diana Parry-Cruwys

Diana Parry-Cruwys, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, and her journey with The New England Center for Children (NECC) is one of dedication, growth, and lasting impact. Over 15 years, she advanced through multiple roles, each shaping her into the educator and leader she is today.