Seeing Possibilities
Beyond Disabilities

St. Coletta of Greater Washington is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization, serving 270 children ages 3-22 through our Special Education Charter School in Washington DC, and supporting 220 adults at our day service centers in Alexandria VA and Rockville MD.
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Our Mission

The mission of St. Coletta of Greater Washington is to empower children and adults with intellectual disabilities to discover their full potential.

OUR VISION

Our vision is for people with intellectual disabilities to be recognized and accepted as valuable contributors to the world around them.

VALUE STATEMENT

We see potential where others see limitations, family when others see clients. We believe that everyone has the ability and the right to dream, develop and achieve, at all stages of their lives. We work collaboratively to help each individual to develop the skills and confidence to pursue their goals.

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St Coletta Programs

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School Program

For students age 3-22 our program focuses on functional academics, daily living skills, community-based instruction and career based training.
School Program
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Adult Program

For adults age 18 and older we offer opportunities to participate in vocational and pre-vocational training, supported employment, life skills training and community integration in order to achieve greater independence.
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Coletta Collections

Coletta Collections is our social enterprise.  Artisan participants make jewelry, accessories and home décor using fused glass, beads, silk dying and hand weaving on traditional looms.
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Latest News & Events

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Board Meeting

03/11/2025

New mobile app to navigate Metro

02/24/2025

Gratitude Reception 2024

10/22/2024

Gratitude Reception 2023

10/24/2023
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Special Talents

St. Coletta has a dynamic adult program for people with disabilities.

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Coletta Collections

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These beautiful products were handcrafted at our school and adult programs. Support these local artisans with disabilities. Quantities are limited.
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Strategic Plan

We strive to be among the best of the best in our field. Our five-year strategic plan keeps us on the right path to discovering our full potential as an organization.
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COVID-19 Resources

March 2025

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“
  • It is great to know that I can send Jonathan to school to work with staff who love their jobs. Rare are the mornings that Jonathan is not smiling as I dress and tell him he's going to school. He loves his teachers and is excited to get on the bus each morning. As parents, we are excited that Jonathan has a great team helping him achieve his full potential.” Sandra Thomas St. Coletta Parent
  • I cannot express my gratitude towards your dedication and devoting service for my son. I am very grateful for him to be exposed to you, people that try to care and love him for who he is. I deeply appreciate all that you do, and thank you from the bottom of my heart.” Veronica Aneke St. Coletta Parent

  • I am so thankful for St. Coletta and all the staff. You all are so caring and for that I am truly grateful. Kwenton loves coming to school even though he can't tell me, he shows with that smile of his. His aide will never know how much she is loved by our family. The care and attention she gives is off the chart.”


    Wanda Graves
    St. Coletta Parent

St. Coletta of Greater Washington