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Chapter 766 legislation celebrates 50 Years

July 20, 2022 10:30 am Published by Comments Off on Chapter 766 legislation celebrates 50 Years

Check out this great video celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the landmark Chapter 766 legislation that opened the door to a more just and equitable era of special education in Massachusetts. We are honored to...


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Grace Little, Recognized by the Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools (MAAPS) for Her Excellence in Service

June 1, 2022 10:31 am Published by Comments Off on Grace Little, Recognized by the Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools (MAAPS) for Her Excellence in Service

On Thursday, May 26, 2022 our very own Grace Little was recognized by the Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools (MAAPS) for her excellence in service at their annual awards ceremony. Grace was the...


Governor Baker visits Milestones

Governor Baker Visits Milestones Day School; Lauded for Growth and Progress

April 14, 2022 3:20 pm Published by Comments Off on Governor Baker Visits Milestones Day School; Lauded for Growth and Progress

Milestones Day School and Transition Program, located in Waltham MA, had the privilege of an informal visit from Governor Charlie Baker on Wednesday. Milestones was identified by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education...


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Elementary Students read ‘Just Ask’ by US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor

February 8, 2021 9:04 am Published by Comments Off on Elementary Students read ‘Just Ask’ by US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor

In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor celebrates the different abilities kids have. Using her own experience as a child who was diagnosed with diabetes, Justice Sotomayor writes about children with all sorts...


Boston Parents Paper Family Favorite 2020 Winner

We are Boston Parents Paper’s 2020 Family Favorite!

October 15, 2020 12:48 pm Published by Comments Off on We are Boston Parents Paper’s 2020 Family Favorite!

We are happy to announce that we have been voted as a Top 10 Special Needs Elementary School by Boston Parents Paper! Check out the article for more.


Social Stories for Kids with Autism – The Ultimate Guide

July 14, 2020 10:18 am Published by Comments Off on Social Stories for Kids with Autism – The Ultimate Guide

Children with autism may not have perfect social skills, but with Social Stories, they can learn and develop these skills. The beauty of these stories is that they can be as simple or as creative...


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Message of Strength to our School Community

June 1, 2020 3:35 pm Published by Comments Off on Message of Strength to our School Community

Dear Families, As a community, the Milestones leadership team found it imperative that we address what is currently happening in our country. It’s heartbreaking to see the current racial climate in our country and that...


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Adopt-A-Family Brought Holiday Cheer for All

December 16, 2019 1:02 pm Published by Comments Off on Adopt-A-Family Brought Holiday Cheer for All

Each year during the month of December, students participate in our annual Adopt-a-Family program, one of our favorite Milestones traditions! For those of you who are less familiar with this holiday tradition, for the last...


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Commissioner of Education’s visit

October 31, 2019 5:12 am Published by Comments Off on Commissioner of Education’s visit

Massachusetts’ Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education, Jeff Riley, made a special appearance at the Milestones Day School, an accredited and approved Chapter 766 private therapeutic school in Waltham serving students with challenges in executive...


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Professional Development Day

October 30, 2019 11:47 am Published by Comments Off on Professional Development Day

Milestones releases students early a few times per year to extensively focus on specific training for our faculty. For the upcoming professional development day Milestones will break into disciplines for intensive instruction. Teachers: ELA and...