The Hughes Center

03/16/2026

We're hiring a Special Education Teacher! 📚

Join The Hughes Center team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students who need specialized support. If you're passionate about education and helping students reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4dpiHJM

Putting the pieces in place

03/12/2026

Staff at the South Boston Campus surprised students with a fun "Wigged Out Wednesday" Underground Spirit Day by showing up to school wearing wigs!

From Founding Fathers to rock stars to even Dora the Explorer, the hallways were full of laughter. Our students loved seeing the silly styles, and it made for a day full of smiles and great memories.

We love finding creative ways to keep school fun and engaging!

03/11/2026

Last Friday we celebrated our amazing staff at The Hughes Center South Boston for Employee Appreciation Day! Our team was treated to special made-to-order cheesecake slices along with iced coffees, flavored lemonades and energy drinks delivered by the wonderful local food truck, Seasoned with Grace.

We are so grateful for our dedicated staff and the difference they make for our students each and every day. Thank you for all that you do!

03/10/2026

Our Director of Program Operations has worked diligently with the leadership team to roll out a new employee appreciation initiative! We now have the "Ducky to Have You!" program! 🦆

Employees can be nominated and put into the duck pond. Every two weeks, a duck is selected from the pond and that employee will receive awards for service excellence and for going above and beyond to support their peers and the residents.

Thank you for all you do, and we are excited to recognize our staff in this fun new way!

03/08/2026

Read Across America Week was in full swing at the South Boston Day School as we celebrated all things Dr. Seuss. From spirit days like PJ Day, Wacky Tacky Day and Crazy Socks Day to plenty of reading adventures, our classrooms were full of imagination and laughter.

A special highlight was the green eggs and ham served by our amazing TA, Ms. Michelle — and yes, the students loved it. We also spent the week creating Seuss‑themed crafts and bringing some of our favorite stories to life.

It has been a wonderful week celebrating the joy of reading and the creativity that books inspire.

03/07/2026

The Hughes Center, Danville Day School took learning beyond the classroom and into the community. Director of Education Tamara Poindexter and Administrative Assistant Faith Overby provided hands‑on sensory activities for children and families. From interactive touch‑and‑feel stations to experiences that engaged sight, sound and smell, it was wonderful to see so many smiles and curious minds at work. 🧡

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, participated and connected with us. We love creating spaces where children can explore, learn and grow in ways that are meaningful and memorable.

03/06/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This month we honor individuals with developmental disabilities and recognize their strengths, talents and contributions. We also celebrate the families, caregivers and professionals who support inclusion and empowerment every day.

Together, we can build communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 💙

03/05/2026

Please join us in celebrating Ms. Lashell for being selected as Employee of the Month at the South Boston Day School.

Ms. Lashell consistently goes above and beyond in everything she does. Her willingness to step in wherever she is needed makes a meaningful difference for our staff and for every student she supports. She truly leads with heart. Her care for our students shows every day, and her commitment to their growth and success inspires all of us.

Whether she is offering encouragement, celebrating progress or finding creative ways to connect, she always focuses on helping students become their best selves.

We are grateful to have her on our team at the South Boston Day School. Congratulations, Ms. Lashell. This recognition is well deserved!

03/04/2026

❤️ Heart Health Month at Danville Day School ❤️

February was all about taking care of our hearts, both physically and mentally. Our staff participated in wellness activities focused on healthy habits, movement and awareness, making heart health a shared priority.

A special thank‑you to Krystal Woodson, FNP, for taking the time to provide blood pressure checks for our staff. Your care, knowledge and support helped us stay informed and proactive about our health, and we are grateful!

03/03/2026

Celebrating Black History Month at the Danville Day School ❤️🖤💚

Throughout February, our students and staff honored Black History Month through meaningful lessons, thoughtful discussions, educational films, hands‑on activities and learning about influential figures from our local community and beyond.

Staff joined in the celebration by participating in weekly trivia, making learning interactive, fun and school‑wide. We wrapped up the month with a powerful showcase where students performed for staff and peers with music and dance that highlighted the rich culture, history and contributions of Black Americans. We closed the celebration with a delicious soul food luncheon.

We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful for staff who embrace opportunities to learn and celebrate alongside them.

03/02/2026

At the South Boston Day School, Ms. Blair’s class is building strong minds and kind hearts through daily mindful moments. As part of their social‑emotional learning, students begin each class with words of affirmation that encourage calmness, self‑acceptance and confidence. Hearing them speak positivity into their day sets a foundation for focus, resilience and connection.

To support their self‑regulation goals, each student keeps a special grounding stone at their desk as a reminder to pause, breathe and make thoughtful choices. From soothing amazonite and calming calcite to steady dragon stone, these small but meaningful tools help students stay centered and work toward their behavioral goals with intention.

We are proud of our students for embracing mindfulness, practicing self‑awareness and showing daily commitment to personal growth. Their efforts inspire us every day.

02/27/2026

We’re proud to recognize Tia as our Employee of the Month at the Danville Day School! She brings so much positivity to our school community and is always encouraging and supportive of fellow staff. Her willingness to listen and offer a kind word strengthens our entire team.

With students, she shows patience, care and understanding. Her dedication to both people and purpose never goes unnoticed. We’re grateful for the warmth and consistency she brings each day.

Thank you for all that you do, Tia!