To the founding parents for their vision, commitment, and perseverance.

To the Archdiocese of New York and to the Department of Special Education for their important role in getting us started.

To the Board of Directors for its unwavering support and commitment to providing quality educational opportunities for children with disabilities.

To our staff for its dedication and commitment to providing the very best educational programs for our children.

To the school communities in which our children are located for their willingness to open their doors and work collaboratively for the benefit of all children.

To our donors - large and small - for their generous financial support, without which our continued existence would not have been possible.

To our parent body for entrusting us with their special children.

To our special children for helping us to grow in ways we never imagined.

The Cooke Center is grateful to the Verizon Foundation and the Grace J. Fippinger Foundation for their support of our new website and discussion boards. These visionary funders are enabling the Cooke Center circle of educators, parents and supporters to become a cohesive force advancing the education of children with learning challenges.