Centennial School is a special education school that provides individualized services in a safe, nurturing, supportive, and affirming environment. Within the context of current research-based strategies, Centennial School aims to help students achieve to the best of their abilities, the skills necessary for success in traditional school environments and the community at large. In addition, Centennial School assists in the preparation of aspiring special education teachers and related personnel.

BELIEFS
The mission of Centennial School of Lehigh University is predicated on certain fundamental beliefs about children with behavioral and emotional disabilities and their parents. Some of the belief statements are:

• Students can learn to meet the expectations we set for them.
• Students can learn to control themselves.
• Students can learn to think before they act.
• Students can make positive changes in their lives.
• Students can develop accademic skills.
• Students can work with parents and teachers to achieve their goals.
• Students can communicate their needs in a positive way.
• Students can set their own goals and dreams.