Tip of the Week: Transition to adulthood

Transitions can be especially difficult for a child with PWS or other special needs.  Today, as one of our Latham students graduated and continues his transition to our Adult Program, we focused on everything positive. The best thing we can all do in these times of transition is to reinforce the progress that has been…

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Staff Spotlight: Honoring Monique Williams, maaps award nominee (Part 1)

Several Latham School teachers were recently nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award given annually by the Massachusetts Association of 766 Approved Private Schools (maaps). The award acknowledges superior teaching contributions to special needs children by a classroom teacher whose performance and achievement reflects the high principles of the profession and the Association. Many of…

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Guest visitors celebrate Read Across America Day with Latham students

Last Friday was Dr. Seuss’ birthday and National Read Across America Day. To celebrate, students at Latham School enjoyed a special day of reading and related activities, including drop-ins by guest readers who joined each classroom. Guest readers from the community included Brewster Police Chief Heath Eldredge and Coast Guard members Angelina Knesel and Josh…

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Tip of the Week: Managing Demands

Our kids have a tendency to never give up! That is helpful in many parts of their lives but can be frustrating and tiresome for parents when it comes to constant requests for “stuff”. Here are some ways to manage the seemingly endless demands for more: 1. Agree to what you can say yes to. Make…

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