PTO Monthly Meeting
2025-03-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-04-04 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-05-02 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | building entrance
We are always looking to welcome new faces and input at our monthly hybrid PTO Board meetings, held the first Friday of each month from 9-10 a.m. You can either attend in person in the Board Room at Cotting School or online via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84957633006?pwd=[REDACTED]

Basketball Tournament
2025-03-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Cotting School Campus Center, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States

Alumni Bingo Night
2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Cotting School, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
You’re Invited!
Bingo night is back by popular demand! Gather with fellow alumni at Cotting School.
Who: Cotting School Alumni & Capstone Students
Date: Monday, March 10, 2025
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Cotting School, 453 Concord Ave., Lexington, MA 02421
RSVP Required
Join us for an evening of fun and games at Alumni Bingo Night! Doors open at 6 p.m. and guests are welcome to arrive anytime between 6-6:30 p.m. During this time, they can pick their seats, set up their game boards, grab a snack and chat with friends old and new.
The game begins at 6:30 p.m. There will be multiple rounds of bingo, with breaks so guests can use the facilities, stretch their bodies and grab refreshments. Winners will receive prizes!
The event will end promptly at 8 p.m.
Important! This event is sponsored by the Cotting School Alumni & Friends Association. Cotting School direct care and medical staff will not be available or in attendance. Attendees and their guests should plan to attend this event the same way they would a public event. Friends, family and caregivers are welcome to accompany alumni who need support.
To RSVP, please email Senior Director of Advancement Rita Kincaid at rkincaid@cotting.org or call 781.862.7323 x 169.

Cotting School Weekly Parent Group
2025-03-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-26 09:15 - 10:15, 2025-04-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-05-07 09:00 - 10:00 and 2 more dates | Via Zoom
This group, facilitated by Family Support Coordinator Pam Varrin, meets remotely and is a regularly scheduled supportive space for Cotting parents to take a few moments for themselves, share information, and find connection and perspective. Join us each week, come when you can or drop in any time to see what it’s like!
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84612450285?pwd=[REDACTED]

Information Session
2025-03-14 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-04-11 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Cotting School Auditorium, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Tour our campus, visit our classrooms and talk to Cotting School professionals at our monthly information sessions.
If you plan to attend and would like to request an interpreter, please let us know. Walk-ins are always welcome! Private tours are available by request.
To RSVP for an information session, set up a private tour or get more information about admissions, please contact Director of Admissions Elizabeth Russell at erussell@cotting.org or 781.862.7323 x114.

Professional Day Closed
2025-03-17

Transition Resource Fair
2025-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Cotting School Campus Center, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Join us in the Cotting School Campus Center for our 2025 Transition Resource Fair! The fair focuses on students’ future options as they prepare for next steps after completing high school. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet exhibitors from a variety of adult support service providers as well as Massachusetts state agencies. This event is FREE and open to the public.
What is a Transition Resource Fair?*
A Transition Resource Fair is an event that provides students, families/guardians and professionals with information about community-based services for adults with disabilities.
What types of services do the exhibitors represent?

Support with Independent Living Skills
Vocational/Job Training and Support
Recreational Opportunities
Social and Community Programs
Housing Options

Who should attend?
This event is FREE and open to the public. Students ages 14-22 who receive special education services through an IEP, their families and interested professionals are welcome and encouraged to attend.
The exhibitors who will be at this event serve a very specific population of adults with disabilities, including:

Autism
ADHD
Developmental Disabilities
Intellectual Disabilities
Neurological Impairments

Questions? Email Jenn Callison or Adrienne Manson.
*This event is intended to provide a sampling of resources. Cotting School does not endorse or recommend any product, process or service.

PAC Monthly Meeting
2025-03-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Hybrid (In person and on Zoom)
The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) serves as a source of thoughtful feedback on what parents are thinking about, and as an important sounding board for Cotting School administrators. We are always looking to welcome new faces and input at our monthly hybrid PAC meetings, held on a Friday every month (except in June) from 9-10 a.m. You can either attend in person in the Board Room at Cotting School or online via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7918848936?pwd=[REDACTED]

Cotting PTO Parent Meet Up (North Shore)
2025-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Berry Tavern, 2 High St, Danvers, MA, 01923
The Cotting PTO is excited to offer parents and caregivers an opportunity to meet up and socialize. Feel free to drop in to meet and reconnect with fellow Cotting parents.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Jacki Dubois at jackidubois@gmail.com or 617-875-3300.

Annual Arts Showcase and Friends & Family Reception
2025-04-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Cotting School, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Cotting School | 453 Concord Ave. | Lexington, MA
5:30-7 p.m. | Musical performance begins at 5:45 p.m.
Please join us for a celebration of creativity and artistic expression! This year’s Arts Showcase and Friends & Family Reception will feature student artwork, a musical performance by students and a casual reception with light refreshments and space to gather and connect. We encourage you to invite grandparents, family and friends.
If you have questions, please contact Senior Director of Advancement Rita Kincaid at rkincaid@cotting.org or 781.862.7323 x169.

PAC Monthly Meeting
2025-04-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Hybrid (In person and on Zoom)
The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) serves as a source of thoughtful feedback on what parents are thinking about, and as an important sounding board for Cotting School administrators. We are always looking to welcome new faces and input at our monthly hybrid PAC meetings, held on a Friday every month (except in June) from 9-10 a.m. You can either attend in person in the Board Room at Cotting School or online via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7918848936?pwd=[REDACTED]

Play It Forward 2025
2025-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Cotting School Campus Center, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Thursday | April 17, 2025 | 6-9 p.m.
Cotting School | Campus Center | 453 Concord Avenue | Lexington, MA
Join friends, families and community supporters for a night of fun and games to raise funds for Cotting School’s Falcon Athletics and After School Programs. Enjoy an adults-only (21+) evening featuring competitive trivia and an exciting silent auction!
Trivia | Bowling | Rock Climbing
Plinko | Wine Ring Toss | Mystery Box | Silent Auction
Appetizers | Beer & Wine
Tickets, Tables & Ad Opportunities
Click here to learn more!

In-Kind Donation Support
In addition to an exciting silent auction, new this year will be mystery box surprises! The success of these fundraising activities is only made possible by generous in-kind donors from our community and beyond. One way you may consider supporting this year’s Play It Forward is by contributing a mystery box prize; please contact Rita Kincaid at rkincaid@cotting.org to learn more.
All funds raised directly support students with disabilities to participate in athletic and after school programs, such as basketball, Special Olympics, prom, clubs and so much more. Cotting School is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization; EIN 04-2104328. Cotting School is accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and by the New England Association of Private Schools.

Information & Questions
Rita Kincaid | Senior Director of Advancement | rkincaid@cotting.org | 781.862.7323 x 169

Holiday Closed: Patriots' Day
2025-04-21

Spring Recess
2025-04-21 - 2025-04-25

Parent Social/Prom Party
2025-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Cotting School, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Spring Parent Social
May 9, 2025 | 7-9 p.m.
Cotting School Dining Room & Back Patio

We invite all Cotting parents, regardless of your student’s age and program level, to join us at our annual Spring Parent Social. Come enjoy a fun evening of conversation, refreshments and appetizers.
Please R.S.V.P. by Friday, May 2 using the form below.

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Questions?
Contact Senior Director of Advancement Rita Kincaid by email at rkincaid@cotting.org or by phone at 781-862-7323 x169.

Prom
2025-05-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Cotting School Campus Center, Concord Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Cotting School Prom
This year’s theme is Enchanted Forest!
Friday | May 9, 2025 | 7-9 p.m.
Cotting School Campus Center
If you haven’t already, kindly email Dave Largenton at dlargenton@cotting.org to RSVP by May 2, 2025.

PAC Monthly Meeting
2025-05-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Hybrid (In person and on Zoom)
The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) serves as a source of thoughtful feedback on what parents are thinking about, and as an important sounding board for Cotting School administrators. We are always looking to welcome new faces and input at our monthly hybrid PAC meetings, held on a Friday every month (except in June) from 9-10 a.m. You can either attend in person in the Board Room at Cotting School or online via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7918848936?pwd=[REDACTED]
