Gathering to Give Thanks
November 28, 2022
The children and staff of Spaulding Academy enjoyed each other’s company over a traditional Thanksgiving meal catered by Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant. It was the first time all the children from the school celebrated the holiday together – and a first for the Dining Services staff members, who could participate without having to prepare the ...
Read MoreStudent Writers Celebrated at Spaulding Academy & Family Services Authors Tea
November 21, 2022
Every fall, the students of Spaulding Academy & Family Services spend weeks creating their own literary works. From idea conception and writing to illustration and production, the students become book authors. The recent 2022 Authors Tea event brought families, friends, and teachers together on campus so students could share their books while enjoying cookies and ...
Read MoreAnother Fantastic Fall Fest Held at Spaulding Academy & Family Services
October 27, 2022
The 6th annual Fall Fest at Spaulding Academy & Family Services in Northfield featured craft activities, snacks, and Halloween-themed toys for the children to enjoy. Organized by Community Engagement Specialist Joyce McKenney, the highlight of the event was the student-led pumpkin carving and decorating. Performance Food Group (PFG) of Essex, Vermont, generously donated the pumpkins. ...
Read MoreSpaulding Academy & Family Services Recognizes Staff
October 3, 2022
The employees of Spaulding Academy & Family Services recently enjoyed an afternoon of food, games, and relaxation during the organization’s annual Staff Appreciation event. More than two-thirds of the total number of employees – approximately 205 people – attended. The event overlapped multiple shifts so that staff members on the Academic, Residential, Community Based, ...
Read MoreSpaulding Academy & Family Services Adds Training and Development Team
September 19, 2022
Spaulding Academy & Family Services has created a Training and Development group to support its Family Services team and ensure quality training standards campuswide. Moss Hartwell has been promoted from Residential Trainer to Family Services Training Coordinator. They manage the Training and Development team and oversee its efforts.
Read MoreSpaulding Academy & Family Services Carnival Unites Campus with Interactive Games and Activities
September 8, 2022
The Behavioral Health team at Spaulding Academy & Family Services recently held its 2022 Carnival for all children and staff on campus. It featured lawn games, from sack races to oversized Connect 4 and checkers, along with crafts, prizes, treats, and a photo booth. Many happy memories were made!
Read MoreWater Fun, Games Highlights of Spaulding Academy Field Day
July 25, 2022
Spaulding Academy & Family Services recently held Spaulding Academy’s annual Field Day. It brought residential and day students together with staff to enjoy an outdoor event filled with opportunities to play and cool off. The event featured traditional Field Day games like tug-of-war and a water balloon toss, along with a new water slide and an ...
Read More603 United, Including Our Own Garrett Lavallee, Making a Difference for Adults with Disabilities
July 22, 2022
We are so proud of the volunteerism of Garrett Lavallee, Spaulding Academy’s Principal and Director of Special Education, who serves on the Board of Directors of 603 United. Read about this important organization for adults with disabilities in the Laconia Daily Sun or click here for a printable pdf. 603 United brings inclusive programming to adults ...
Read MoreSpaulding Academy & Family Services Expands Leadership Team
June 27, 2022
Spaulding Academy & Family Services has named Meaghan Emmons, MBA, its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Emmons, of Goffstown, joins the organization after 19 years with Granite Group Benefits and Alera Group. Her most recent role was Senior Vice President of Finance.
Read MoreSpaulding Academy & Family Services Names Lavallee Principal and Director of Special Education
June 6, 2022
Spaulding Academy & Family Services has promoted Garrett Lavallee, MEd, of Meredith to Principal and Director of Special Education. Lavallee began his career at Spaulding Academy & Family Services in 1999 as a member of the Residential team while an undergraduate student at Colby-Sawyer College. He then held various positions within Spaulding Academy including Paraeducator, ...
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