named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts Program
Visual and performing arts offerings tailored to individual interests, supporting holistic development and creative expression.
Athletics Program
Inter-scholastic and intramural sports program requiring all cadets to participate, promoting teamwork, resilience, and leadership through physical competition.
Emerging Technology Program
Curriculum designed to equip cadets with skills in innovation and technology to thrive in a rapidly evolving, tech-driven world.
Finance & Business Program
Curriculum teaching financial literacy, entrepreneurial thinking, and practical life skills to prepare cadets for economic independence and community contribution.
Future Scientist Program
Advanced academic track for gifted students focusing on STEM fields, including participation in science olympiads, research expeditions, and specialized coursework in biotechnology, robotics, and applied mathematics.
Language Bridge Program
One-year ESL program helping non-native English speakers improve language skills and adjust to life in the U.S., with progress assessments and phased classroom integration.
Leadership Training
Military Leadership Program integrating self-discipline, citizenship, and increasing levels of responsibility as cadets advance in rank within the Corps of Cadets.
Post Graduate / Leadership Program
Program for recent high school graduates offering room, board, liberal arts education, and sports training to enhance college recruitment prospects for student-athletes.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Deliver the Future Scientist Program for gifted studentsProvides an enriched educational experience to challenge and support gifted students in developing scientific talents and pursuing careers in science.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Host in-person and virtual admissions outreach activitiesConducts in-person tours every Tuesday and offers 30-minute phone calls with admissions officers for prospective families to support enrollment.
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ESL and Multilingual Language Support Programs 1 activity
- Offer a one-year Language Bridge Program for ESL studentsProvides a tailored academic and cultural adjustment program for English as a Second Language (ESL) students, including three assessment tests during the year to monitor progress and provide targeted support.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Offer visual arts programs with performance and community engagement opportunitiesProvides diverse visual arts courses, performances, and community engagements tailored to individual student skills and interests.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Operate a military academy with structured development in academics, character, leadership, and athleticsProvides a comprehensive educational program focused on developing cadets in mind, body, and character through rigorous academics, character education, leadership responsibilities, and required athletic participation. The program includes small classes, an Honor Code, and progressive leadership roles for cadets.
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Youth Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy Education 1 activity
- Provide emerging technology and innovation educationOffers a program that equips cadets with knowledge and skills for innovation-driven environments, including financial literacy, adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking, and design thinking to solve real-world problems.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Run a Post Graduate Program for student-athletes preparing for college recruitmentOffers a postgraduate year with room and board, liberal arts education, and intensive sports training in basketball, football, wrestling, soccer, and other sports, including video production and recruiting support to connect student-athletes with college recruiters.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.58M
Contributions & grants$204K13%
Program service revenue$1.38M87%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$4.10M
Program expenses27%
Admin / overhead73%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.25M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.12M
Cash$109K
Investments$13
Liabilities$10.97M
Net assets$-9.85M
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -23.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Doman | Superintendent | 40 | $134K |
board members · 5
- DONGDONG LEI — Trustee
- JIE ZHANG — Trustee
- MATT ALLIO — Trustee
- VINCENT TIANQUAN MO — Treasurer
- YUZONG LU — President
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.
- Character Formation via Honor Code and Structured Instructionmethodology: honor_code_character_educationBy enforcing an Honor Code and delivering daily character instruction, the academy instills ethics, honesty, loyalty, and accountability, because consistent normative expectations combined with deliberate pedagogy shape moral identity over time.
- Four-Pillar Holistic Development Modelmethodology: four_pillar_developmentBy integrating Academics, Character, Leadership, and Athletics into a unified framework, the academy develops well-rounded cadets who are prepared for further education and civic responsibility, because growth in one domain reinforces and amplifies progress in others.
- Gradual Integration for Language Learnersmethodology: gradual_integrationBy allowing language learners to transition into mainstream classrooms as their proficiency develops, the Language Bridge Program supports academic and social integration, because gradual, readiness-based progression reduces cognitive overload and increases long-term engagement.
- Individually Tailored Academic Preparationmethodology: individually_tailed_educationBy providing a rigorous, individually tailored academic program with qualified teachers and small class sizes, the academy prepares all cadets for college success, because personalized pacing and attention address diverse learning needs and maximize individual potential.
- Leadership Through Daily Practice and Peer Mentorshipmethodology: mentorship_and_practice_based_learningBy embedding self-discipline, leadership, and citizenship into daily routines and combining adult mentorship with peer interaction, the academy builds personal accountability and confidence in cadets, because sustained experiential practice and relational modeling produce deeper internalization than episodic instruction.