On 6/11/18 I visited St. Michael Special School in New Orleans in regards to my sister whom was a previous student at the school for many years until hurricane Katrina. My goal upon arrival was to gather information on the Joy center where she requested to attend school. As I arrived I spoke to the receptionist who directed me to speak with the administrative director whom then informed me that my sister would Not be allowed to attend the school do to the limited space since she DID NOT graduate from St. Michael Special School. I explained that my sister did not graduate because Hurricane Katrina took place her senior year. She received her class ring, but like many others we had to relocate due to the fact that our home was destroyed. Unfortunately, the director just stated, " I'm sorry but that's our rules". I believe the company should make an exception for students who had to leave their school on those terms. That was not the student choice. It was by force due to the natural disaster. At the least, this school should offer a waiting list and make exceptions under these conditions. Many parents sacrificed years of paying tuition to ensure their child would receive a exceptional education only to find that upon return to the school they loved the door would be shut in there face. This has been a very displeasing experience and I will be placing her in another program. I CAN NO LONGER RECCOMEMED THIS PROGRAM TO OTHERS ON THE GROUNDS THAT THERE IS NO CONSIDERATION FOR PEOPLE WHO HAD TO REBUILD AND START OVER! P.S St. Michael Special School can accept thousands in tuition, but the minute you don't graduate (due to personal reasons are natural disaster) you are officially abandoned and will not be able to continue to the adult joy center program. I find this to be extremely distasteful and upsetting. Resolution: Be considerate of those who were about to graduate but weren't able due to the natural disaster. As a catholic organization it is a duty to show compassion to others while being considerate of their needs. read more

Our son has gone there for 23 years. He is now in the adult activity center and is very comfortable there. St. Michael School has grown academically and expanded student options since he started. There are now more challenging options for students with greater abilities. read more