Anthony Crossroads School Anthony, a student at Crossroads School, recently started his first vocational job! Crossroads School, a program of Crossroads continuum, provides students with vocational training and opportunities through various programs both in and out of the school building. Internal work opportunities are designed to prepare students for success in future external vocational sites…
Shane Crossroads School On a hot Sunday in early June, Shane Maturah, 13, counted to ten with the support of his parents and grandfather, leading more than 300 runners and walkers out on the course at the 9th Annual Crossroads 5K and Family Fun Day. Shane has autism and is considered “non-verbal.” Eight years ago,…
Jack Crossroads School Register to Ride Jack started attending Crossroads School in 2003, when he was just 5 years old. He has reached many milestones during his 16 years at Crossroads, but his mother views his recent trips to the dentist office as his biggest accomplishments. Crossroads School’s Medical Desensitization Program helped Jack develop patience…
Ben Jenga Crossroads School Register to Ride Ben started at Crossroads in 2017 and enjoys playing games with his friends during social skills groups at school, as well as at home during family game time. The Speech Department at Crossroads created language boards for students to practice communication while playing their favorite games, such as…
Valentino Crossroads School Register to Ride Valentino enrolled as a student at Crossroads School in March, 2018 and quickly started making progress towards his goals. Every day, he practices following a schedule using the application Choiceworks. Following a schedule is an important skill to promote independence for all students, especially those with autism and other…
Michele Anastas Rider – Team Crossroads The Crossroads School Register to Ride Michele Anastas recently completed her first ever Bike to the Beach! It was a tough 100 miles full of hills and obstacles to overcome, but it was all worth-while to receive a certificate of participation from one of her former students, Alayna. Alayna is…
William Success Story The Crossroads School Register to Ride “Today was William’s first day of work at Atlas Travel! He did a great job and was so happy to be working in the community. For those who do not know Will, he has worked with many teachers at Crossroads and has learned and improved so much…
Mike Orfitelli Rider The Crossroads School Register to Ride “Jeff told me about B2B at a summer barbeque,” says Mike. “Initially, the underlying driver was to challenge myself and see if I could ride 100 miles.” Now that Mike is more involved with the school and has seen the impact of last year’s ride, the fundraiser is…
HayleyJersey Artists The Crossroads School Register to Ride Ethan Rex is a 19 year old student at Crossroads School in Marlborough. He loves Star Wars, listening to music, and his teachers and friends at Crossroads. Ethan also has autism, and receives Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Adapted Physical Education, and is working on his…
Dave & Henry Father and Son The Crossroads School Register to Ride For the 4th year in a row, David Finnegan is riding 100 miles for his son Henry in the Bike to the Beach New England event. Henry is a 10-year old boy who likes rock climbing, sports, and loves his teachers at Crossroads. He…