Alexander Leigh Center for Autism

08/19/2026

We’re just under two weeks away from the Alexander Leigh Center for Autism Student Art Show and Open House, proudly presented by MSU Federal Credit Union!

Join us for an evening celebrating the creativity, talent, and accomplishments of ALCA's incredible students while exploring our school, and learning more about our programs and mission.

Whether you’re a family member, community partner, supporter, or simply interested in seeing the amazing work our students have created, we’d love to welcome you. Join us for this special evening celebrating our students and all they can accomplish!

08/14/2026

After a busy first week back at school, our staff took some time to relax, get creative, and have a little fun with a tie-dye event!
It was a great way to celebrate our team and kick off the new school year together. Here’s to a great year ahead!

08/10/2026

Welcome back, students and staff, for the 2026–27 school year!

We’re so excited to have everyone back and ready for another year of learning, growth, connection, and new possibilities.

Let’s make this a year filled with kindness, inclusion, support, and opportunities to be exactly who you are.

Welcome back, ALCA! Let’s make it a great one!

07/16/2026

Today we had the opportunity to celebrate some the incredible people who make Alexander Leigh Center for Autism such a special place.

Our Summer staff party was filled with great food from Fire Bar and Grill, refreshing drinks from our Hydration Station, Kona Ice treats, tie dye creations, BINGO, trivia, and plenty of laughs. It was a wonderful afternoon to relax, connect, and recognize the dedication and hard work of our amazing team.

A special thank you to Dominick from Paycor, Jordan from M3, and ALCA Board Member, Jay, for volunteering their time to help make today's celebration such a success. We truly appreciate your support.

Most importantly, thank you to every member of our staff. Your compassion, commitment, and passion make a difference in the lives of our students and families every single day. We are grateful for all that you do and are proud to celebrate you.

07/15/2026

Thank you to our school nurses and the McHenry County Department of Health for providing opioid overdose response training to ALCA staff!

07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!

06/26/2026

What a special afternoon as we celebrated students reaching important milestones at their 8th and 12th grade graduation celebration.

It has been a joy to watch each of them grow into the amazing individuals they are today. Their hard work, perseverance, and determination have brought them to this moment, and we couldn't be prouder of all they have achieved.

Congratulations to our graduates!

06/25/2026

Learn more and apply here:
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We’re hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at Alexander Leigh Center for Autism!

If you are passionate about helping students build communication skills, grow in confidence, and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Join a supportive team that is dedicated to making a meaningful impact every single day.

Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply!

Learn more and apply here:
https://secure7.saashr.com/ta/6199726.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US

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06/22/2026

Mondays arn't so bad when Oliver comes around! From tail wags in the hallway to quiet moments of comfort and support, Oliver has a special way of making every day a little brighter.

Adventures in Ollieland

06/21/2026