named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Celebration of Learning
Annual event showcasing student work and academic achievements across grade levels and subjects.
Classical Tutorial Program
Two-day-per-week academic program for homeschool students in grades 1–12, offering instruction in History, Latin, Logic, Writing, and Literature using the classical trivium method.
Robotics (First LEGO League)
Extracurricular program in which students design, build, and program robots for competition; includes innovation project presentation and teamwork development.
Science and Math Electives
Supplemental courses in science and mathematics offered on an annual basis to students enrolled in the core tutorial program.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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STEM Competition and Robotics Programs 1 activity
- Administer academic assessments and extracurricular competitionsSupports student participation in academic competitions such as the National Latin Exam and the FIRST LEGO League robotics tournament, where students have earned awards and advanced to regional events, and provides quarterly progress evaluations with suggested grades.
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Classical Christian K–12 Education 1 activity
- Deliver classical Christian education programsProvides classical Christian education for students in grades 1–12 through structured, integrated classroom instruction across multiple subjects, emphasizing truth, goodness, and beauty, and progressing from grammar-stage foundations to advanced dialectic and rhetoric-level coursework.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Offer online learning resources through Classical UProvides access to self-paced online courses, downloadable materials, community chatrooms, and monthly updates via Classical U, supporting extended learning opportunities beyond in-person sessions.
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Mathematics Curriculum Implementation and Enrichment 1 activity
- Provide tutorial and tutored math instructionOffers tutorial services including enrollment-dependent tutored math classes for dialectic and rhetoric-level students, a two-year concurrent Algebra 2 and Trigonometry course, and a weekly Math Lab enrichment program for middle and upper grammar students at an annual fee of $150.
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Homeschool Support Services 1 activity
- Share educational resources for classical learningCurates and disseminates blog articles, videos, and other materials to support understanding of classical education, including guidance on homeschooling children with special needs.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Support student academic progression and post-secondary outcomesPrepares students for undergraduate and graduate studies in diverse fields such as engineering, linguistics, music, and business at institutions including University at Buffalo, West Point USMA, Bob Jones University, and Baldwin Wallace University.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$131K
Contributions & grants$1K1%
Program service revenue$128K97%
Investment income$2K2%
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expenses
Total expenses$126K
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balance sheet
Total assets$89K
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Net assets$85K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +6.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROSE HERSHENOV | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $3K |
board members · 2
- JOHN ZAEPFEL — BOARD MEMBER
- RONALD ASBACH — BOARD CHAIRMAN
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- American Classical League Partner — Administers the National Latin Exam in which Rivendell students participate.
- Blackburn Study Center Partner — RIVENDELL STUDY CENTER INC models its program after Blackburn Study Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Cathy Reitz Partner — Math tutor providing instruction in Pre-Algebra, Math 7, and Algebra 2/Trigonometry courses.
- Classical U Partner — Collaborates with Classical U to provide discounted and free access to online courses and resources for parents and tutors.
- FIRST LEGO League Partner — Partnership through student participation in the FIRST LEGO League robotics tournament.
- Melissa Klee Partner — Math tutor providing instruction in Math 6 course.
- St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church Partner — Hosts Rivendell Study Center’s operations in Tonawanda, NY.
- Tapestry of Grace Partner — Uses the Tapestry of Grace curriculum for history and literature instruction.
strategies · 5
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.
- Ability-Based and Distributed Learningmethodology: ability-based placement, distributed-practiceBy placing students according to ability rather than age and using distributed practice through repeated short study periods, the organization supports differentiated mastery and long-term retention, because cognitive science and individualized pacing improve learning outcomes.
- Christian Worldview Integrationmethodology: christian-worldview-integrationBy teaching all subjects as interconnected revelations of God’s character and grounding education in Christ as the Logos, the organization integrates faith across the curriculum, because this unified framework shapes students' understanding of reality through transcendental ideals and Scripture.
- Classical Trivium Alignmentmethodology: classical-education-triviumBy structuring education around the trivium stages—grammar, dialectic, and rhetoric—the organization aligns teaching with students' cognitive development, because this sequential approach cultivates age-appropriate mastery of knowledge, logical analysis, and articulate expression.
- Discussion-Based Critical Thinkingmethodology: discussion_based_learningBy using discussion-based learning that emphasizes verbal and written communication, the organization develops critical thinking and evaluation skills, because engaging in dialogue—rather than rote memorization—promotes deeper analysis and ownership of ideas.
- Hybrid Homeschool Model with Parental Engagementmethodology: hybrid_homeschool_modelBy offering a hybrid model with in-person tutorial days and at-home learning guided by parents, the organization extends educational responsibility beyond the classroom, because this structure reinforces academic continuity and cultivates shared accountability between educators and families.