The St. Anthony School - Carrollton, Texas is a secular, accredited therapeutic school located in Carrollton Texas. [1] The school is one of several private schools in the area. The St Anthony School specializes in Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Disorder, Bi-polar disorder, school phobia, Anxiety, Depression, and Spectrum disorder. The St Anthony School is accredited with the Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools. [2] The St Anthony School is listed in D Magazine (owned by American Express)which was “named the ‘Best City Magazine’ in the nation three times by the City and Regional Magazine Association”, [3] as one of the top schools in the Dallas Fort Worth area for children with special needs and specializing in alternative learning. The St. Anthony School was voted the Best Private School in Carrollton by Star Local Media's Reader's Choice in 2023.
The St Anthony School was founded in 1998 by Tony Cinquepalmi. The school is run by Tony Cinquepalmi, along with a variety of licensed therapists, experienced special education teachers, and behavioral specialists. Tony Cinquepalmi received his master's degree in Education and also has Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of North Texas. He earned his LPC in 1989. In the early 1990s, Tony developed the model that would eventually become The St. Anthony School. Early on the model was brought to other settings, including hospitals and private schools, until eventually he branched out to establish The St Anthony School. This model focused on serving the misunderstood child by establishing the symptoms and adapting resources to assist with Academic and Learning disorders along with Social and Emotional disorders.
Programming at the St. Anthony School is designed for students in third through twelfth grade experiencing academic, social and/or emotional difficulties. The staff of multi-talented professionals at the St. Anthony School utilizes a unique model that has been shaped and developed to incorporate the best elements of therapeutic, behavioral and academic worlds. The result is a nurturing and academically challenging environment that encourages students to experience an unlocked potential for learning and vast individual growth.
The Intermediate school at St. Anthony's serves grades 3-5, and the Middle School serves grades 6-8. Each student's curriculum is individualized and is based upon academic and cognitive testing with learning styles identified and then an individual plan created. There is a multi-sensory approach to learning that helps to identify any academic weaknesses. Students enjoy instruction in such areas as oral expression, research techniques, expressive writing, drama, science and social studies, critical thinking, Literature/reading, Improvement, Art, Mathematics, Annual Achievement test.[ citation needed ]
St. Anthony's High School consists of grades 9 through 12. Each student is placed in an individualized curriculum after testing their abilities and academic needs. Social skills and esteem building in this unique therapeutic environment remain a top priority. Highlights of the program include; competence in reading, oral and communication skills, competence in basic analytical and reasoning skills, and critical thinking to distinguish fact from opinion. High school students also have the opportunity to participate in our Dual-Credit Program, where they can receive both high school and college credit through Collin College.
The St. Anthony School offers a post-grad transitional program designed to provide support to high school graduates as they navigate their next stage of life. The Momentum Program provides the education, guidance, and growth of life-management skills needed for healthy, independent living. These practices are then paired with in-depth development of vocational skills and individualized support through higher-level education, resulting in a well rounded, purpose-filled young adult. Students can confidently achieve their life goals with the support of licensed professional counselors, attentive staff, and an external dialogue with therapists, doctors, and counselors. Momentum is founded upon the principles of Academic/Career Development, Independent Living, Communication Skills, and Community Engagement. Momentum participants will gain invaluable skills relating to financial planning, nutrition and personal health, social and professional relationships, community service, and more.
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