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

Upcoming Board Meeting

The April 21, 2026 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

7 days ago

Spectrum Charter School
What do you do with old and broken jewelry? Use it to make artwork! Our students worked at Rewind-Reuse Center and Workshop sorting beads and placing necklaces on boards. After we finished our work, we had the opportunity to make some lovely picture frames. ... See MoreSee Less
Another successful day in the books for Spectrum Charter School! 💙Our team showed up and showed out at the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank, wrapping and boxing an incredible 6,091 diapers in just two days — all ready to support children and families in need.This is what teamwork, compassion, and community look like. Every diaper wrapped is a step toward helping a child stay clean, healthy, and cared for.Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it. 💫#spectrumcharterschool#servantleadership#givingbacktothecommunity #MakeADifference #westernpadiaperbank ... 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.