irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $773KSPECIAL EDUCATION: The School is open to all children and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, gender, disability, or any other grounds that would be unlawful or deny the civil rights of any individual. In accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Rehabilitation Act, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School provides a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment to students with disabilities. The primary service delivery for students with special needs is inclusion. For students requiring supplemental services, the School ensures the required services are provided as outlined in the student's Individual Education Plan or 504 Plan.
- #2 $822KOTHER PROGRAMS: The School believes that healthy meals are an important part of a child's day. Breakfast and lunch are served every day. All meals are intended to meet the required New York State Child Nutrition Standards, and the School subscribes to the New York State free and reduced priced meal program. The School also funds two positions that provide support to families of students. They provide assistance navigating community systems and access any resources needed.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Family Support Services
Funds two staff positions dedicated to helping families navigate community systems and access needed resources, enhancing student and family well-being.
Food Services Program
Serves daily breakfast and lunch meeting New York State Child Nutrition Standards, available to all students through the state's free and reduced-priced meal program.
Special Education Program
Provides a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment for students with disabilities, delivered primarily through inclusive classrooms and supported by Individualized Education Plans or 504 Plans.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement Services 1 activity
- Funding family support staff positionsFunds two staff positions dedicated to helping families navigate community systems and access needed resources.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Providing special education servicesProvides a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment to students with disabilities through inclusive service delivery and implementation of Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans.
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Universal In-School Meal Service 1 activity
- Serving nutritious meals to studentsServes daily breakfast and lunch that meet New York State Child Nutrition Standards and participates in the New York State free and reduced-priced meal program.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$10.09M
Contributions & grants$1.44M14%
Program service revenue$8.55M85%
Investment income$86K1%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$10.03M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$6.69M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$11.40M
Cash$2.92M
Investments$8K
Liabilities$3.71M
Net assets$7.69M
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlin E Loury | Head of Academics | 40 | $157K |
| Craig Eichmann | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $123K |
| Hailey Korpi | Principal | 40 | $120K |
board members · 14
- Andrew Kelly — Trustee/Member (starting 4/5/25)
- Ann Marie Collazo — Chair (through 3/16/25)
- Charlton Harley — Trustee/Member
- Cheryl Hayward — Vice Chair
- Fabricio Morales — Trustee/Member (starting 3/19/25)
- Kristen Rogers — Trustee/Member
- Mark McDermott — Member at Large (through 8/18/24)
- Melanie Ward — Trustee/Member (starting 12/18/24)
- Mike Osborn — Trustee/Member
- Nan Westervelt — Trustee/Member (starting 11/18/24)
- Steve Morse — Trustee/Member
- Thomas Merkel — Treasurer (through 9/11/25)
- William Blackmon — Trustee/Member
- William J Ferguson — Trustee/Member (starting 1/15/25)
relationships · 1
Who they work with
- New York State Government — Subscribes to the New York State free and reduced-priced meal program and adheres to state child nutrition standards.
strategies · 2
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.
- Inclusive Education Modelmethodology: inclusion-education-modelBy embedding students with disabilities in general education settings supported by individualized plans and external providers, the school promotes equitable access and academic engagement because inclusion fosters belonging and enables tailored support within a mainstream learning environment.
- Integrated Nutrition Supportmethodology: integrated-nutrition-supportBy providing daily nutritious meals aligned with state standards and federal meal programs, the school enhances student well-being and readiness to learn because consistent access to food reduces barriers to cognitive engagement and supports overall health.