St Joseph Center For Special Learning

2075 W Norwegian St, Pottsville, PA, 17901-0179
Tel: (570)622-4638
Grades: PK | 13 students
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St. Joseph Center for Special Learning is a special education program for students ages 4 through 21. sponsored by the Office of Education, Diocese of Allentown, St. Joseph Center offers academic, social, religious and pre-vocational instruction to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Schuylkill County and beyond regardless of race, creed and ethnic origin. St. Joseph Center also offers a state licensed adult habilitation program for those over 21 who, due to functional level, are unable to join the workforce. The basic curriculum includes an educational, developmental, and spiritual program. To enhance the basic program, the following services are also provided: speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, vocational /technical services, as well as a school nurse. Practical skills such as computer literacy, cooking, music, art, hand/eye coordinated tasks, and other necessary daily living skills are taught in order to meet the challenges in today's world. St. Joseph Center for Special Learning is a unique environment committed to guiding students to their full potential academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually, while equipping them with the skills necessary for independent adult life. This is accomplished in a safe, loving environment emphasizing individuality and family values.

School Overview:
St Joseph Center For Special Learning
School Type Special Education School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students 13 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 8% (PA School Avg.: 18%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 4:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)

School Notes:

  • St. Joseph Center for Special Learning is a special education program for students ages 4 through 21. sponsored by the Office of Education, Diocese of Allentown, St. Joseph Center offers academic, social, religious and pre-vocational instruction to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Schuylkill County and beyond regardless of race, creed and ethnic origin. St. Joseph Center also offers a state licensed adult habilitation program for those over 21 who, due to functional level, are unable to join the workforce. The basic curriculum includes an educational, developmental, and spiritual program. To enhance the basic program, the following services are also provided: speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, vocational /technical services, as well as a school nurse. Practical skills such as computer literacy, cooking, music, art, hand/eye coordinated tasks, and other necessary daily living skills are taught in order to meet the challenges in today's world. St. Joseph Center for Special Learning is a unique environment committed to guiding students to their full potential academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually, while equipping them with the skills necessary for independent adult life. This is accomplished in a safe, loving environment emphasizing individuality and family values.

Nearby Schools:

St Joseph Center For Special Learning
Gr. PK | 0 mi. away
Perception Training Center Inc
Gr. K-1 | 0.9 mi. away
All Saints Catholic Elementary
Gr. K-9 | 1.2 mi. away
Trinity Center For Children
Gr. PK-6 | 1.5 mi. away
Nativity Bvm High School
Gr. 9-12 | 2 mi. away
Good Shepherd Regional Catholic School
Gr. K-8 | 2.3 mi. away

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