Archive for April 2022
Huge thank you to our Administrative Professionals
Pictured: Three students give cards to Tiffany and Amy, two of Latham Centers’ Administrative Professionals on campus Many of our students and staff celebrated Administrative Professionals’ Day on Wednesday. We have many unsung heroes at Latham, with our “admins” leading the pack. The day of recognition was the perfect opportunity to let our administrative support…
Read MoreLatham is ‘blooming’ with Brewster!
Brewster in Bloom is this weekend! We’re getting into the spirit of Brewster in Bloom at Latham Centers! We hope to see you tomorrow at Drummer Boy Park for the Fine Arts & Crafts Show, and on Sunday at the Brewster in Bloom Town Parade. The parade theme is “Honoring Hometown Heroes” sponsored by Brewster Inn/Woodshed.…
Read MoreSchool Vacation – the perfect time for updates in the Schoolhouse
While the campus was bustling with student activities over school vacation last week, our Maintenance Team was busy updating the Schoolhouse. Meghan Foley, Director of Education, said that the Latham School teachers were encouraged to pick a fun color for their classroom door. “Each door represents a little bit of the kiddos and staff…
Read MoreSPRING! A time of new beginnings, sunny skies, and GROWTH!
In the Latham Centers 2022 Spring Appeal, we celebrate the extraordinary team of clinicians, educators, and direct-care professionals that works together to bring hope, change, and growth to young people and adults who face tough challenges. Also highlighted is Latham’s vocational programming, which fosters self-confidence and independence — teaching skills that our students and adults…
Read MoreStudents Explore Cape Cod with their Classrooms
Our students have been visiting some of the Cape’s treasures as the days get longer and the sun shines bright. Our Race Point Classroom’s trip to the Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis and the Tucket Suite’s trip to Kent’s Point in Orleans are highlighted in today’s slideshow. Lindsay P. from our Children’s Program…
Read MoreEaster was a weekend affair on the Latham Centers Campus
Students are enjoying the beautiful Cape Cod spring weather. Last weekend, the students on campus participated in many fun and safe activities. Chris and the kitchen team put out a delicious Easter Menu, and both the educational and residential departments planned a busy schedule of activities. During school on Friday, the students participated in themed…
Read MorePatrice and Brittni inform and educate at international PWS seminar
Two of our Latham leaders were exceptional presenters this week at an IPWSO (International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organisation) seminar with 15 countries represented. IPWSO has hosted many interesting and educational virtual seminars entitled Project ECHO. Their website states, “in collaboration with the University of New Mexico’s Project ECHO® initiative, we are pleased to offer free online…
Read MoreLatham Centers CEO reacts to Massachusetts House leaders’ budget plan
Photo Caption: Community-based programs have advocated for increased government funding of a livable wage for direct care staff who support individuals with disabilities. The industry is now in a workforce crisis. Latham President and CEO Anne McManus has not given up on her longtime fight for the government to value and appropriately compensate our direct…
Read MoreLatham Teacher runs Boston Marathon – Congratulations, Jenise!
We are so thrilled to highlight a member of our Education Team who became our Boston Marathon inspiration! Our Special Education Teachers are compassionate, enthusiastic, intelligent, innovative, and caring. Jenise is all the above, as well as an incredible athlete who just ran the Boston Marathon! Students and staff have been very supportive. Last week,…
Read MoreApril vacation activities to inspire you at home
Pictured: Students and staff play life size Jenga outside during a recent beautiful day. Wondering what to do with your child while they are at home during April vacation? Latham Centers’ Children’s Program planned an entire week of fun activities*, some of which you may be able to translate to your home environment! Student favorites…
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