named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Athletics Program
Inter-league sports including soccer and basketball for students in grades K–8
Cross-Disciplinary STEAM Curriculum
Integrated approach to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics across grade levels
Global Language Programs
Instruction in Mandarin and Spanish to support cross-cultural understanding and global awareness
Public Speaking and Leadership Program
Curriculum and events including convocation hall activities and upper school leadership retreats to build communication and leadership skills
STEAM Center
Innovation space for students to engage in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through hands-on learning, prototyping, and problem-solving
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Alumni and School Community Newsletters 1 activity
- Communicate school news and fundraising updatesPublishes a biannual newsletter sharing student and staff news, school events, and fundraising progress.
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Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Deliver specialized academic and extracurricular programsOffers a cross-disciplinary STEAM curriculum, Regents-level mathematics and science courses, Singapore Math, global language instruction in Mandarin and Spanish, fine and performing arts, inter-league athletics (soccer and basketball), public speaking, community service, leadership retreats, and social-emotional learning. Also supports programs such as FLL Robotics and cross-divisional mentoring.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Engage prospective families and communityHosts events such as spring Open House for prospective families and provides digital calendar subscriptions for school and community events to support enrollment and community engagement.
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Campus Construction and Renovation Projects 1 activity
- Expand campus academic facilitiesAdvanced construction of a new academic wing on campus, including demolition of the 1980s-era wing in early 2025, foundation and elevator shaft work, and preparation for steel framing by spring 2026, to support long-term programmatic growth.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Operate independent school for preschool 2 through grade 8Provides a comprehensive educational program for 167 students from preschool 2 through grade 8, emphasizing academic excellence, critical thinking, leadership development, and ethical modeling. The school maintains small class sizes, with average student-teacher ratios ranging from 1:4 in PK2 to 1:14 in grades K–8.
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School Governance & Strategic Oversight 1 activity
- Provide school governance and strategic oversightConducts long-range planning, approves annual budgets, sets policy, employs and evaluates the head of school, and ensures the long-term financial, physical, and programmatic sustainability of Harbor Country Day School.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Support faculty professional developmentSupports ongoing professional growth for faculty and staff through funding for graduate studies, conference attendance, collaborative meetings, and training initiatives, including in diversity and inclusion.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.05M
Contributions & grants$2.60M37%
Program service revenue$3.90M55%
Investment income$457K6%
Other revenue$95K
expenses
Total expenses$5.02M
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$3.77M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$13.00M
Cash$3.35M
Investments$5.06M
Liabilities$1.70M
Net assets$11.30M
Liquid reserves20.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +33.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDY SPERLING | HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $242K |
| DIANE ABRAMS | FINANCE DIRECTOR | 40 | $159K |
| CHRISTINA MCBRIEN | DIRECTOR OF ADMISSION AND PARENT RELATIONS | 40 | $142K |
| JENNIFER TAGGART | DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT | 40 | $119K |
| NICOLE FOTIS | PRINCIPAL OF LOWER AND UPPER SCHOOL | 40 | $116K |
board members · 16
- ADRIENNE OWEN — TREASURER
- ARIYA LAPAN — SECRETARY
- CYNTHIA WONG LIPPE — CHAIR
- DAVID GOLDWEITZ — BOARD MEMBER
- EMMA PEARCE — BOARD MEMBER
- GARRETT BERGEN — VICE CHAIRMAN
- GITANJALI CHIMALAKONDA — BOARD MEMBER
- JENIFER TONA — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNIFER ACCOMANDO — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHNATHAN KOMICH — BOARD MEMBER
- MARINA POLONSKAIA PHD — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW COLSON — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT ANTONACCI — TRUSTEE EMERITUS
- SHELLON BLACKMAN-LEES — BOARD MEMBER
- SISA SURIEL — BOARD MEMBER
- TEHMINA HAQUE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Andy Sperling Government — Head of School and ex-officio, non-voting member of the Board of Trustees
- BSN Sports Partner — Partner for athletic programs and merchandise, linked through sideline.bsnsports.com
- BSN Sports Partner — Partner for athletics, providing platform access for sports information at Harbor Country Day School.
- Bleacher Report Sports National Partner — Hosts athletic event coverage and information for Harbor Country Day School through its Sideline platform.
- Christian Brothers of Ireland Government — Previously owned the estate before it was acquired by the founding families of Harbor Country Day School.
- Lake Forest Country Day School Partner — Former employer where Andy Sperling served as Division Head and educator
- Lands' End Partner — Official school uniform provider for Harbor Country Day School.
- Lands' End Partner — Official school uniform provider through a dedicated school store.
- Lands' End Partner — Partner for school uniform ordering through a dedicated online store.
- Lands' End Partner — Partner for school uniforms, operating a dedicated school store
- Metro Construction Partner — Construction partner responsible for demolition and building expansion work.
- NAIS Network — National organization providing professional development opportunities for faculty.
- NYSAIS Network — Member organization providing professional development opportunities for faculty.
- New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Network — Accredited by and member of NYSAIS.
- Sideline Partner — Hosts athletic event coverage for Harbor Country Day School.
- Sideline Sports Partner — Partner organization hosting school athletics information.
- sideline.bsnsports.com Partner — Partner for inter-league athletics including soccer and basketball.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Mission-Guided Educational Stewardship 201 orgsmethodology: mission_driven_curriculumBy aligning curriculum design, facility development, and institutional review to the school’s mission, the school ensures coherence and continuity because consistent mission integration strengthens identity, decision-making, and long-term relevance.shared approach: Relational Learning Model →
- Whole-Person Character Formation 201 orgsmethodology: whole_person_educationBy integrating character, work ethic, and academic development through universal mentorship and ethical modeling, the school builds foundational personal qualities because students internalize values through consistent community-wide example and relational support.shared approach: Relational Learning Model →
- Differentiated, Standards-Aligned Instruction 108 orgsmethodology: differentiated_instructionBy combining rigorous educational standards with tailored instruction, teachers enable each student to achieve their highest potential because individualized challenge within a structured framework optimizes academic growth.shared approach: Personalized Learning →
- Child-Centered Holistic Development 18 orgsmethodology: child-centered_educationBy centering education on the child’s emotional, intellectual, and social growth, the school cultivates confident learners and leaders because honoring childhood and fostering wonder increases engagement, persistence, and personal discovery.