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 January 21, 2025 Board Meeting will be held remotely at 7:00pm via Google Meet. 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

Spectrum Charter School's first ever Family Trivia Night- was a huge success!! Thank you to all who donated to this event! A special thank you to Mrs. Simcic and Mrs. Kotts for taking the lead and to all the staff who helped. Great Job! Great Fun!! Can't wait till next year!!! ... See MoreSee Less
A few students from Spectrum assisted the Carnegie Library of McKeesport in making a tree for the Festival of Trees. Individuals who visited the indoor event got to place a vote on which was their favorite. The tree we partnered to help with placed 3rd out of 93 trees! Fantastic job students! ... 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.