The Education Program at Cardinal Cushing Centers provides an environment that facilitates healthy emotional, personal and physical growth for all students with mild to severe special needs.
The program offers academic, and pre-vocational opportunities in the classroom and beyond.
Classrooms are language based and utilize formal programs to enhance language expression including sign and visual programs for students with verbal communication challenges.
Students are encouraged to learn and work cooperatively and independently within their abilities.
Skills of positive attitudes, habits of mutual respect, self-esteem, self-expression/advocacy, decision-making, and tolerance are stressed.
Learning activities are integrated into all areas of the program and are designed to build and enhance the productivity, knowledge and self-esteem of each student in our care.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
Campus Size
175 acres
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cushing Bear
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Leigh-Ann Barry, Advocate for individuals with disabilities -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from St. Coletta Day School?
St. Coletta Day School famous alumni include: Leigh-Ann Barry, Advocate for individuals with disabilities.
When is the application deadline for St. Coletta Day School?
The application deadline for St. Coletta Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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