Rondale King, Program Director
Rondale King is 12 year-veteran in the Alternative Education world. He began his career many years ago as a Mental Health Worker in York, PA. Over the years, Mr. King has assisted in the start-up and staff training with alternative education programs in Nashville, TN, Miami, FL, Athens, GA, Lincoln, NE and York, PA. Mr. King is a firm believer that “every child in whatever educational setting has the fundamental right to a quality education provided by quality teachers.” Mr. King began his collegiate journey at Robert Morris University and obtained his degree from Eastern University, where he is currently completing leadership coursework. For leisure, Mr. King enjoys working on his golf game, spending time with family and coaching basketball. He is currently the 17u AAU coach at Spooky Nook Sports and the Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach at Columbia High School.
Jes Colatta, Director of Special Education
Jes Colatta began her career at Capital Academy of Harrisburg in 2016 as a high school English teacher, prior to making the transition to AEDY and High School Team Leader. Her life experiences have afforded her the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of people in order to meet the common goal of increasing student achievement and well-being. Her educational philosophy is based on her uncompromising belief that all students can learn, given a positive learning environment, strong and knowledgeable leadership, and a committed educational team – all of which can be found at Capital Academy of Harrisburg.
Ms. Colatta received her bachelor’s degree in English Studies from Robert Morris University in 2010. She continued her education at Southern New Hampshire University where she earned her master’s degrees in Language and Literature and Curriculum Instruction for students with Dyslexia and LBLD in 2014. Ms. Colatta is a lifelong learner and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis.