The New England Center for Children Celebrates Spring of Learning and Achievement

SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass. - July 11, 2023 - PRLog -- The New England Center for Children^® (NECC^®), a global leader in autism education and research, announced a rewarding Spring season of learning and honors. Among the milestones were a string of successful events, including the Art Show, 17^th annual NECC 5k Walk/Run for Autism, and the 25^th Dunkin' Golf Classic; the arrival of a large class of summer interns; and the awarding of 23 master's degrees in partnership with Simmons University. The spring was capped off with NECC Founder and CEO Vinnie Strully receiving honors from Autism Speaks and the Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools (MAAPS).

"NECC is proud of our accomplishments this past school year. The entire NECC community of teachers, parents, administrators, researchers, and donors have brought dedication and heart to helping transform the lives of children with autism," said Jessica Sassi, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, executive director of NECC Southborough.

In April, NECC held its 5^th annual Art Show, featuring the incredible talent of NECC students, as well as works by staff and local artists. The event raised more than $14,000. The 17^th annual NECC 5K Walk/Run for Autism presented by Erland Construction was held in May and raised over $180,000. On June 5^th, 112 golfers gathered to celebrate the 25^th annual Carlos Placido Dunkin' Golf Classic for Autism at the Franklin Country Club in Franklin, MA. The event raised $100,000.

NECC is dedicated to the professional development of its teachers. In May, 23 staff received their Master of Science in Education with an autism specialization designation degree from Simmons University.

NECC Founder and CEO Vinnie Strully was recognized for his decades-long leadership during the MAAPS spring awards celebration. Strully received the Leadership Award, honoring his 48 years of experience working with children and adults with autism. In April, Strully and NECC were honored by Autism Speaks during its annual Celebrity Chef Gala in New York City.

About The New England Center for Children

The New England Center for Children^® (NECC^®) is an award-winning autism education center and research institute. Committed to creating a world where autism is not a barrier to happiness, growth, and independence, our community of teachers, researchers, and clinicians provide comprehensive services including day and residential programs, partner classrooms in public school systems, consulting services, and the ACE^® ABA Software System (www.acenecc.org). The New England Center for Children is based in Southborough, MA, and operates a center in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Learn more at www.necc.org.