Spectrum
Charter School

The first autism-specific charter school in the United States

About Spectrum Charter School

Spectrum Charter School is a tuition-free, public charter school located on Northern Pike in Monroeville, Pennsylvania.

The school is structured to meet the needs of students who do not learn well in traditional classroom settings due to cognitive, communication, and sensory challenges, including students with autism spectrum disorders.

What's happening at Spectrum

Academic Calendar & Events

Upcoming Board Meeting

The November 19, 2024 Board Meeting will be held at 7:00pm at Spectrum Charter School. Click the link below for attendance.

Latest News

Spectrum Charter School students inducted as Forbes Road Career & Technology Center 2024 National Technical Honor Society members

Forbes Road students to receive state recognition for cybersecurity program

Students engaged in "hands-on" activities with 15 trade unions, construction companies and tech/trade schools at the Build-On event sponsored by the Builders Guild of Western PA. One of our students even got to meet Governor Shapiro! ... See MoreSee Less
Photo drop Friday! We've had a lot going on at SCS. Our student council started the week off with Spirit Week, with a Halloween Social on Thursday. We also had our first ever parent sponsored Pumpkin Patch at Spectrum. Check out some pictures from our fun fall events. ... See MoreSee Less

Mission

To provide a life changing environment where students and their families feel safe, comfortable, and achieve their highest potential. We envision every child being educated, with skills identified, to live successful and fulfilling lives.

Vision

To be in the forefront on delivery of educational and transitional services for individuals on the spectrum and special education students who may have difficulty learning in traditional environments.

Values

Spectrum Charter School values providing a caring/nurturing, student-centered environment where parents, teachers, and community partner together to empower the successful future of every child.