We’re seeking licensed teachers! Join our rescheduled Special Education Teacher Job Fair on Wednesday, February 26. Learn more.
John seemed like a typical child for the first few years of his life – but around age four, everything changed. When he was diagnosed with autism, it quickly became clear to his mother, Linda, that he would need specialized support. She explored every option for his education, but finding
Did you know our Culinary Services prepare over 700 meals every school day? Committed to promoting sustainability across campus, our Transition and Wellness team has initiated a switch to 100% compostable items, from eating utensils to take-away containers. We also introduced new water stations across campus as an alternative to
Something special started brewing at the Villa this summer! What began as an idea to teach job skills quickly turned into a campus favorite when our Transition and Wellness team launched the Villa Coffee Shop as the newest work training site on campus.
Our Sarah Dooley Center for Autism (SDCA) deeply believes in the transformative power of community-based instruction. By engaging with people in a variety of real-world settings like stores, museums and restaurants, students are able to build life skills that will support their independence as adults.
Meet Mysonne, a 2021 Villa graduate who today proudly serves as a counselor for elementary students in our Dooley School. Mysonne says he discovered his passion for helping others while he was a student here himself, and that his educators set him on the path to tap into his potential.
Announcing our 1st annual conference for our public school partners! Thursday, November 2 8:00am-3:30pm | $120 Sarah Dooley Center for Autism at St. Joseph’s Villa Lunch will be provided. REGISTER HERE Designed to share our pioneering model in a collegial and collaborative environment, this event will be ideal for
In Virginia Home Grown‘s recent episode on the healing power of nature, our own Matthew Kreydatus, Senior Director of Wellness and Transition Services, and Tyler Berkeley, Garden Coordinator, shared the many ways gardening can benefit students with specialized education needs. The Villa’s 7,500 sq. ft. Learning & Therapy Garden is
The Villa’s partnership with Saxon Shoes has grown over the years from what started as a holiday fundraiser for local nonprofits in 2016. Today, the store serves as a work training site for our Career and Transition Services students, where they can build valuable skills for employment. The Villa’s Career