Throughout her career, this former special-education school principal has advocated for people with differing abilities and worked to integrate them into the communities where they live and learn. Read more about Annie .

As The Guild prepares to launch an initiative supporting our workers who are English language learners, Amy C. Sousa shares her concerns about the current cultural environment for new immigrants in this open letter.

During off-site vocational experiences at Gaining Ground, our students are helping to provide fruits and vegetables to nutrition programs across Eastern Massachusetts. Learn more .

For the last 17 years, Joe Johnson and Kim Sneed-Johnson have loved, cared for and supported their two grandsons. Read more about their experience as we celebrate national Grandparents Day this Sunday.

Our 18th annual event featured a bouncy house, dunk tank, tug of war, games, face-painting, arts and crafts, music, and much more. View our slideshow of exciting outdoor activities .

Students learned about land and water, both in and out of the classroom. They visited the Stone Zoo, Lunenburg Fire Department, Acton Arboretum, Freedom Trail, Salem Willows and more. View our photo slideshow.

Sarah Peterson, director of the Department of Developmental Services' (DDS) Legal Office, and Frances Nwajei, director of DDS' Office of Human Rights, will explain how the responsibility and authority of guardians for adults differs from that for children under 18. All parents (youth and adult) are invited to attend the meeting on Nov. 6. For more information, email Maureen Costello-Shea , The Guild's chief program officer.

The Guild School’s unique program serves students ages 6-22 who are diagnosed with autism or an intellectual disability. Since our founding in 1952, we have been preparing children and young adults with the education, confidence and skills they need to reach their full potential. Referrals are being accepted for both day and residential students, and there are immediate openings for day school students. The Guild welcomes parents, families and educational partners to tour our program. Today, The Guild is proud to offer a full continuum of services, including vocational training, direct occupational therapy services and specialized education. To learn more, call our Admissions team at 781-893-6000 or email [email protected].