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Handwashing and ABA While we are all being inundated with reminders to wash our hands, it is important to note that what may be a simple task for some is not a simple task for all. We work on hygiene skills such as handwashing quite 
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It’s the first week of Summer at The REC and we are all about gardening this week! Check out some of the things we have been doing at the center to go along with our How Does Your Garden Grow theme: Sensory Friendly Garden Bin 
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  Professionals who work in ABA can have different types of certifications from the Behavior  Analyst Certification Board. What do they stand for and what do they all mean? We have them listed here! Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) A paraprofessional who is certified by the 
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If you have heard the term BCBA, raise your “virtual” hand! What is a BCBA anyway? BCBA stands for Board Certified Behavioral Analyst.  These professionals are experts in the field of behavior analysis. BCBA’s have completed an approved graduate course sequence, done 1500 hours of 
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It’s time to showcase another one of our great staff members! Kate Simkevich has been with The REC for less than a year but has already made a big impact on our team. She recently received her BCBA this past fall and oversees our Intensive 
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It’s time to shine a light on one of our staff members! Reagan Cassidy has been with The REC since August of 2011. She recently earned her BCBA this past November.  Learn more about Reagan below!  What made you get into Behavioral Therapy? I got 
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The REC was founded by BCBA, Tricia Woolard, and since the Peabody REC’s door opened 4 years ago we have been fortunate enough to add an extraordinary team of BCBAs to the program. With 12 BCBAs on staff between both locations, about 6 are full-time. 
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After three short years, we consider the REC to be a well-oiled machine. We have great REC staffers to thank for that! Every staffer contributes so much to make each day fun and educational for the children and teens attending. As we approach another great 
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REC Hosted Events
Mommy’s Night Out

Mommy’s Night Out is an evening for busy moms who could use a break. Come join us for a fun, relaxing evening mingling with other moms. Various vendors will onsite displaying and talking about their wonderful products. Some include jewelry, accessories, skincare products and more! Wine and appetizers will be served.

Date Night

Date Night is a chance for you and your significant other to treat yourselves to some alone time. Drop your children off at the REC where they will be greeted by our experienced staff for an evening of planned activities and fun.

Parent Workshops

Various workshops will be held regularly that touch upon relevant special education topics. Guest speakers and other industry professionals will lead the workshops and finish with a Q&A. Feel free to contact us with topics you would like to see added to the agenda. Contact us for more information.