“Through the Learning Advocacy program at Winchendon, I am able to get assistance with organizing my assignments, planning English essays, and building great study habits.”
The Hatch Center for Learning Support at The Winchendon School
A compelling suite of solutions and support for high school students who are ready to get on track to greater success for college and beyond.
Our commitment to support students with different learning styles, challenges and profiles has been the cornerstone of the School since its founding by Lloyd Harvey Hatch nearly 100 years ago. Similarly, the training, mentoring, advocacy and support provided to the students through the Hatch Center programs propel our students to become confident, independent learners, and empower them through their years at Winchendon, college and beyond. Above all, developing confidence and self-esteem are integral to their success.
Our Philosophy
The programs offered through the Hatch Center provide an individually designed path for students to achieve independent academic success.
Each of our campuses offer a range of programs and additional services. Contact us to see how we can support your student.
Massachusetts Campus
Jessica Toffey
NYC Campus
Gladys Gross
The Learning Strategies program is one of the key reasons we chose Winchendon. The program has been invaluable in providing actionable, clear guidance and resources to support my son’s strive for academic success.
Our Team
Learning Strategy Leadership
Jessica Toffey
Landmark College, Graduate Certificate in Learning Differences and Neurodiversity; Putney, VT
Salem State University, M.Ed., Salem MA
University of Massachusetts at Amherst, B.A., Amherst, MA
Gladys Gross
Universidad Sevilla, Espana
Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A.; New York, NY
Baruch College, City University of New York, B.A.; New York, NY
Kelly Harris
MA Assistant Head of School for Program and Learning Experience
Fitchburg State University, MEd; Fitchburg, MA
Fitchburg State University, BS; Fitchburg, MA
Cert. in Adv. Educational Leadership, Harvard GSE
Learning Strategists
Ashley Paulson
University of North Dakota, B.A. – Exercise Science
University of North Dakota, M.S. – Kinesiology
Michael Santos
University of North Dakota, B.A. – Exercise Science
University of North Dakota, M.S. – Kinesiology
Kara Santoro
Nichols College, BA; Dudley, MA
Nichols College, MBA; Dudley, MA
Phil Simplicio
Assoc. Head Coach, NEPSAC AA Basketball
Bates College, BA; Lewiston, ME
Bernard Lipat
B.A., New Jersey City University; Jersey City, NJ
M.S., Columbia University; New York City, NY
M.Phil., Columbia University; New York City, NY
Ph.D., Columbia University; New York City, New York
Claire Parker
Texas State University, MFA in Theatre – Directing; San Marcos, TX
Texas Christian University, BFA in Theatre – Acting; Fort Worth, TX
Allegra Leavenworth ’13
University of Massachusetts at Amherst, B.A.; Amherst, MA
Romona Reid
Michigan State University, MA; East Lansing, MI
Bennett College, BA; Greensboro, NC
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