John a Coleman School

The john a. Coleman school is a new york state approved special education facility that provides educational services to more than 1,000 children annually with multiple disabilities and complex medical needs. Students receive mandated services in accordance with theirindividualized educational program (iep) and individualized family service plan (ifsp) through a continuum of program models including: home, and community-based classrooms. Children who are unable to attend school receive their mandated special education services attheir bedside in the elizabeth seton pediatric center. The mission statement for the school is inspired by the legacy of st. Elizabeth seton. The john a. Coleman school has been recognized as a school of excellence by the national association of special education teachers for our mission driven and evidence-based practices.