NECC Celebrates Simmons University Class of 2024 Graduates
Last week, NECC recognized the 27 staff who received their master’s degrees during the May 17 Simmons University Commencement with a celebration in Southborough.
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Miranda Cox
Miranda Cox, a residential coordinator, has worked at NECC for five years. Cox, who began her journey at NECC as a case manager for the Higley Road team, was nominated by a colleague because “She is friendly, knowledgeable, and always on top of everything.”
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Allie Phillips
Allie Phillips, a tutor in NECC’s Partner Program in Derry, NH, was nominated by a colleague because “she is always a ball of sunshine every time she walks into the classroom! Allie is one of the best staff members when it comes to problem-solving and helping students independently problem-solve themselves.”
MRC-NECC Celebrates First International Cohort of Simmons Program
On February 26, MRC-NECC held a ceremony honoring the 15 staff members who earned their Master of Science in Education (non-licensure program) from Simmons University, the first international cohort to complete the program through NECC.
Alya Al-Suwaidi Wins Inaugural Gould Award for Global Excellence in Special Education Teaching
The Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Special Education operated by NECC (MRC-NECC) celebrated the graduation of the first-ever Simmons UAE cohort. Alya Al-Suwaidi was presented with the Gould Award for Global Excellence in Special Education Teaching, a testament to her dedication and impact in the field of special education.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Olivia Tomyl
Olivia Tomyl has worked as a level 2 teacher in NECC’s IIP since June 2022. She was nominated because she is “dedicated and has a great rapport with all of the students and staff. She goes above and beyond and always comes up with great ideas!”
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MaKenzie Briere, MS, MSEd, BCBA, LABA
MaKenzie Briere, MS, MSEd, BCBA, LABA, has worked for The New England Center for Children’s (NECC) Intensive Treatment Team (ITT) since 2015, serving in a number of roles, including her current position as program specialist for ITT Apartment 4.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Riley Moran
Riley Moran has worked as a level 2 teacher at The New England Center for Children (NECC) for a year and a half. She was nominated by a colleague because she “goes above and beyond for her fellow staff and students.”
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Megan King, MSEd
Megan King, MSEd, joined The New England Center for Children (NECC) in 2007 as a level 2 teacher and has spent the last six years working as a vocational specialist in NECC’s Vocational Services Department. She was nominated by a colleague because “to Megan, the students always come first!”