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 October 20, 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

NOTICE OF CLOSED-BID AUCTIONSpectrum Charter School Previous Location: 4369 Northern PikeMonroeville, PennsylvaniaSubject: Closed-Bid Auction – Kitchen Appliances and Air Conditioning UnitsSpectrum Charter School is accepting closed bids for the purchase of available kitchen appliances and air conditioning units. Interested individuals and businesses are invited to submit a bid for the equipment they wish to purchase.Bid Submission InstructionsAll bids must be submitted by email directly to:Dr. Matthew EricksonCEO, Spectrum Charter SchoolEmail: merickson@spectrumcsi.orgPlease include “Closed-Bid Auction – Kitchen Appliances and Air Conditioning Units” in the subject line of your email. Bidders should clearly identify the item(s) they are interested in purchasing and provide their offered purchase price for each item. Bid DeadlineAll bids must be received no later than Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.Pick of the awarded item(s) must be completed by November 16, 2026. Bids received after the deadline will not be considered. Submission of a bid does not guarantee acceptance. Spectrum Charter School reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. All items are “As Is”. Interested bidders are encouraged to submit their offers before the deadline to ensure timely receipt.Thank you for your interest in Spectrum Charter School's closed-bid auction.Sincerely,Dr. Matthew EricksonCEO/PrincipalSpectrum Charter Schoolmerickson@spectrumcsi.org ...
Our Spectrum Success students have enjoyed making delicious treats with their teachers and fellow students. Thank you to all who donated items to our SS kitchen. ...

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.