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Café Riverview in Sandwich serves students and the public

Students with learning disabilities gain job skills at their new cafe

By Paul E. Kandarian

 |  Globe Correspondent  

  June 10, 2012

Hallie Puttrich is not shy. And that’s a plus for anyone working the counter at the new Cafe Riverview on scenic Route 6A. Puttrich, who works the counter, is one of 16 students here under the supervision of employees of the school, a facility for the learning disabled ages 11 to 22. “This is our best venue for our kids to work with the public,” said Kerry Macurdy, the school’s vocational specialist.

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