Our Story
“We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.”
- Romans 8: 28
Opening Doors to Catholic Education
Mission
One Classroom accompanies families and schools by providing the financial support, training, and resources needed to ensure every learner — regardless of ability — has the opportunity to belong and thrive in Catholic education.
Vision
Through faith, students of all abilities find a place of belonging and communion within Catholic schools.
Values
Faith. Collaboration. Welcome. Excellence.
Our Story
Inspired by their son Christopher, Tony and LeeAnn Armitage founded One Classroom in 2015. Their mission was simple: make it possible for students with special needs to attend Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Guided by the Holy Spirit, what started with two students at their parish, Mary Queen of Peace, has expanded to more than 28 schools serving 110+ students, and continues to grow.
One Classroom connects families, parishes and schools to opportunities in inclusive Catholic education through outreach, advocacy, and advancement. This includes ongoing professional development and on-site coaching, which provides teachers, administrators and pastors with the resources and training needed for successful service to students with IDD. This community approach, along with the collective energy of similar organizations, is bringing inclusive Catholic education into the national spotlight. The result is a dynamic classroom environment and greater appreciation for all of God’s children.
Our Patron Saint
Inspired her story as a mother who dedicated her life to prayer for her son, One Classroom named St. Monica as our patron saint. As an organization founded from a conversation of mothers, we look to St. Monica as an example of unwavering faith, devotion, and perserverence for the sanctification of of all God’s children.
St. Monica, pray for us.
“We seek to serve all children, regardless of their disability. The greater the challenge, the higher the priority.”
— Tony Armitage, One Classroom Co-Founder