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Thank you 200,000* times…
Thank you for being one of the donors who made a gift to raise almost $200,000 at our Springtime Gala. Thank you for including Cardinal Cushing Centers and its outstanding students and adults among the important causes that you support each year. The passion that alumni, parents, and friends feel for this organization is as strong as ever. We are grateful to all of you for taking time away from your busy schedules to be a part of this year’s…
2012 Springtime Hero: Daniel Picewick, Cardinal Cushing Centers & Knights of Columbus
Daniel has a remarkable story. A former Cushing student and now a participant in South Shore Industries, Cushing’s work development program for adults, Daniel is the kind of person we should all strive to be. He is a true hero who has shown what can be accomplished with determination and the support of people who believe anything is possible. Daniel Picewick embodies the effort, energy, and educational commitment of the Cardinal Cushing Center s, which he attended from 1973-1977. He…
Cardinal Cushing Centers’ Cheryl Clark Receives 2012 maaps Excellence in Teaching Award
Plympton resident Cheryl Clark, special education teacher at Cardinal Cushing Centers, has been selected by the Massachusetts Association of Approved Private Schools (maaps) to receive the 2012 Excellence in Teaching Award. The award ceremony and luncheon will take place during the 34th Annual maaps Conference on May 4th. Cheryl is the second Cushing staff person to receive an award from maaps. The first was June Smith in 2011 who received the Albert E.Treischman Memorial Award for Exceptional Direct Service to…
Student with Autism Wins Country Music Award
Cushing Student Trevor J. was recently awarded the North America Country Music Associations, International (NACMAI) 2012 Rising Star Male Vocalist award in his age category (13-16 years).
South Shore Industries (SSI’s) Monthly Job Club
Once a month, South Shore Industries, Cushing’s work development program for adults 22 and older, hosts a Job Club for participants. In January, Gerry Fanning, Director of Culinary Services, spoke about the Culinary Mentoring Program he has developed in Hanover. Seven gentlemen who are a part of SSI volunteer to mentor current Cushing students. In February, SSI participants Dan P. and Terrence P., members of the Knights of Columbus, spoke to the room about their accomplishments as Knights. Several other Knights from their council were…
Program Spotlight: The Art Program
The Art Program has had an exciting year! Our Cushing artists have displayed their art at golf tournaments around the South Shore, at ING’s office in Braintree, the Starbucks in Hanover and at the Cushing Trader, our art gallery on campus!
Congratulations Pat Conley!
Cardinal Stritch University, one of our sister ministries sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, is hosting a pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi and Augsburg from May 25 – June 5, 2012. Cushing staff were invited to apply for a scholarship by writing an essay expressing why they wanted to go on this trip and how they would bring their experience back to the entire Cushing community. One of our Cushing staff will be part of this amazing trip,…
Become a Partner Today – Hire Someone with a Disability!
Today Cardinal Cushing Centers hosted a “Partners in Possibilities” breakfast to recognize leaders in employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Keynote speaker Leo Vercollone, President & CEO of VERC Enterprises, spoke about the benefits of employing individuals with disabilities and how that correlates directly to VERC’s success. 2011 was a tremendous year for VERC, landing the company a spot in the Boston Globe’s Top 100 Places to work. 20% of VERC’s workforce is comprised of individuals with disabilities.
Cardinal Cushing Centers to Host Employer Recognition Event
On Tuesday, February 7th from 7:30 to 9:00am, Cardinal Cushing Centers will host a “Partners in Possibilities” breakfast to recognize leaders in employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Keynote speaker Leo Vercollone, President & CEO of VERC Enterprises, will speak to how employing individuals with disabilities has been integral to VERC’s success. 2011 was a tremendous year for VERC, landing the company a spot in the Boston Globe’s Top 100 Places to work. 20% of VERC’s workforce is comprised of individuals with disabilities.
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Auction
Believe it or not, the annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Auction, sponsored by South Shore Savings Bank, is right around the corner! Funds generated by this event make possible the Trip of a Lifetime to Disney World for Cardinal Cushing’s senior students.
