St. Anthony School Programs

Mission Statement

Saint Anthony School Programs forms an integral part of the educational ministry of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh. Rooted in the Gospel, St. Anthony School Programs provides moral and spiritual formation, an academic course of studies, and vocational training for students ages 5 to 21 with special needs. The program seeks to maximize the individual student's potential for academic learning, to foster self-respect and confidence, and to develop competence in employment and living skills. In pursuit of this mission, St. Anthony School Programs promotes the concept of inclusive education within the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

About St. Anthony School Programs

St. Anthony’s is an inclusive educational program for children ages 5-21 with Down syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other special needs. Our unique program thrives within select Catholic schools throughout the Pittsburgh region. Currently, we have four elementary programs, three high school programs, and one post-secondary program. St. Anthony’s operates in a special resource room designed to help our students succeed with their academic curriculum, as well as provide other services like speech, occupational, and music therapy. In addition to the special resource rooms, students can attend inclusive classes with their peers.

For nearly 70 years, St. Anthony School Programs has helped students of all faiths live their lives to the fullest academically, socially, vocationally, and spiritually, so they may grow and become active and contributing members of society.