The Fletcher School opened its doors for the first time in August 1982. It was the culmination of a dream and the result of untiring efforts by Bob Speizman and Mac Fletcher, parents of children with learning disabilities, who were frustrated by the lack of educational options for their children. The new Board of Directors rented space in Providence Baptist Church on Randolph Road and the school began with a principal, Linda Parker, a teacher, Jane Collins, six students and high hopes. In 1984, The Fletcher School had outgrown the Providence Baptist Church space and was moved to larger quarters at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church on Queens Road. Jane Collins replaced Linda Parker as Director. In the 1992-1993 school year, The Fletcher School had seventy-five students and again needed more space. In the fall of 1993, the school moved back “home” to expanded facilities at Providence Baptist Church.

Lat Purser became Chairman of the Board of Directors in 1994, and in 1995, Margaret Sigmon, M.Ed. succeeded Jane Collins as Director. In the fall of 2003, The Fletcher School opened their brand new facility on Sardis Road. Following the tradition of the founders, the current Board and staff are committed to providing an exceptional comprehensive education program to prepare students with learning disabilities and attention difficulties for the next step in their education.

The Fletcher School is a non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees including current and alumni parents, professionals and community members.