Information for prospective students and families

  IS COTTING RIGHT FOR MY CHILD?
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 At a glance

  MISSION STATEMENT
  FACT SHEET
  HISTORY
  FACILITIES / LOCATION
  BOARD OF TRUSTEES


 Sounds and images

  VIRTUAL TOUR

Virtual TourIf you have not had the opportunity to visit us in person, we invite you to take a self-guided virtual tour. You'll learn about everything from what happens in the classroom to the many enrichment and social activites our students enjoy.

  MOVIE

MovieSee the extraordinary work that goes on every day at Cotting. Hear the voices of our students and families whose lives have been transformed. Meet many of the dedicated teachers, therapists, and other staff who make Cotting a school unlike any other.


 Publications

PublicationsRead online or dowload a selection of our informative and entertaining publications from the past several years, including Annual Reports, Kaleidoscope (school newsletter), The Linkus (alumni newsletter), and program brochures and other materials. You will need to download the free Adobe Reader to view these files.

About Us At a glance History

Historical Videos

These videos were transferred from a cache of recently discovered 8mm and 16 mm films documenting the School's evolution. They provide a fascinating window not only into the history of our School but also into the history of education for children with disabilities.

Technical note: These videos have been formatted for viewing in either of two video formats: you can download the free Windows Media Player here or the free QuickTime Player here. You can click on the video links below to view the streaming videos or right-click the links and select "Save Target As" to save them to your computer for viewing at your convenience.

E-mail webmaster@cotting.org with any questions or comments.











  "COUNT ON YOURSELF" (1974)
- Color with sound / 12:22

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  "CHALLENGE FOR TOMORROW" (1960s)
- Color with sound / 15:59

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  "CARE AND EDUCATION OF CRIPPLED CHILDREN " (1950s)
- Color without sound / 12:49

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  UNTITLED (1940s)
- Black-and-white without sound / 12:16

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