named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Athletics Program
Offers interscholastic sports including boys soccer, girls basketball, flag football, baseball, softball, volleyball, and indoor/outdoor track to promote teamwork, leadership, and character development; requires student-athletes to maintain academic and disciplinary standards.
Career Training Programs
Provides alumni and community members with access to career training programs such as CDL driver training, CNA/PCT certification, IT support, digital marketing, green building operations, and teacher assistant training, often in partnership with external organizations.
College Prep Academic Program
Rigorous academic curriculum focused on preparing students for college and careers in computer, engineering, and innovation industries, aligned with the organization’s mission of academic excellence and workforce readiness.
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Structured Student Enrollment Process 1 activity
- Administer enrollment and admissions processAccepts and manages student applications for enrollment, including for the 2026–2027 academic year, as part of ongoing school operations.
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College Preparatory Secondary Education 1 activity
- Deliver comprehensive grade-level academic curriculumOffers a structured academic curriculum across all high school grades, including core and specialized courses such as Algebra 1 Common Core, English 9–12, Living Environment, Chemistry, Physics, AP Language and Composition, Digital Art and Design, Virtual Enterprise, and World History and Geography, aligned with state standards.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Deliver professional development and workforce readiness trainingConducts workshops and instruction in resume writing, interview skills, communication, time management, financial literacy, and workplace ethics to prepare students for post-secondary success and employment.
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Host student life and milestone eventsOrganizes and hosts key student events including prom, graduation ceremonies (e.g., Class of 2023), senior awards, "I Commit to Graduate" persistence events, and planned community events such as a 2026 toy giveaway.
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Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
- Offer supportive services for alumniProvides Runaway and Homeless Youth Services and Parenting Support for Youth to alumni, addressing social and personal needs beyond academic training.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Operate charter school facilities in the Bronx, NYManages and operates physical school facilities, including AECI I at 116 East 169th Street and AECI II (under development as of November 2025 groundbreaking), serving students in a public charter school setting.
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Structured Critical Thinking Curriculum 1 activity
- Operate college preparatory academic program in computer, engineering, and innovation fieldsProvides a rigorous college preparatory academic program focused on preparing students for college or careers in computer, engineering, and innovation industries, with course offerings spanning grades 9–12 including specialized subjects such as Computer Science Principles, Coding and Game Design, and The Physics of Engineering.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Provide holistic student support servicesSupports students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral outcomes through dedicated counseling (one counselor per grade level), a school social worker, academic advising, post-secondary planning, and intervention programs, with each student assigned a counselor at enrollment for continuity of care.
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Universal In-School Meal Service 1 activity
- Provide meals to studentsOffers free breakfast and lunch to all students at AECI I and AECI II, with additional second meals available for purchase.
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Career and Technical Education Programs 1 activity
- Provide post-secondary and career training for alumniOffers a range of career and skills training programs for alumni, including Health Worker Certificate, Digital Marketing, Green Building Operations & Maintenance, CDL Driver Training, CNA/PCT, IT Support Specialist, Teacher Assistant, Culinary Arts, GED, Tech Career Training, and ESOL programs, often in partnership with external providers like Door's Train and Earn, Isaacs Center, and Skillscape.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Provide student internship and career placement programsFacilitates hands-on internship experiences and placements across multiple professional fields—including technology, healthcare, arts and media, engineering, environmental sciences, business, and education—to connect classroom learning with real-world work environments, supported by partnerships and internship management.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Run interscholastic sports programsOperates interscholastic sports teams that require student-athletes to maintain good academic and disciplinary standing, promoting student engagement and holistic development.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Manage federal and state grant compliance and reportingDesigned and implemented a federal and state grant reconciliation process enabling timely access to entitlement funds; also submitted ARP-ESSER spending plans to NYSED, disclosed budget narratives publicly, and solicited stakeholder input on funding priorities by June 28, 2022.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$21.86M
Contributions & grants$1.28M6%
Program service revenue$20.37M93%
Investment income$213K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$24.86M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$17.10M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$9.66M
Cash$4.14M
Investments$0
Liabilities$5.22M
Net assets$4.43M
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| SANTIAGO TAVARES | PRINCIPAL | 40 | $285K |
| DERICK SPAULDING | CEO | 40 | $271K |
| COLIN HEALY | PRINCIPAL | 40 | $253K |
| CHRIS MASTRACOLA | ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL | 40 | $178K |
| NANCY DOOLEY | ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL | 40 | $172K |
| NESTOR PAYNE | DEAN OF STUDENTS | 40 | $162K |
| HECTOR RODRIGUEZ | DIRECTOR OF HR | 40 | $151K |
| MARC BASCH | DIRECTOR OF IT | 40 | $143K |
board members · 7
- DEVON PRIOLEAU — BOARD MEMBER
- GREG KIMBLE — BOARD MEMBER
- IRMA ZARDOYA — BOARD CHAIR - RESIGNED 12/25
- PAUL COMRIE — BOARD MEMBER
- PETER QUINONES — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT BURTON — BOARD MEMBER
- SHAMEEKA GONZALEZ — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- BoostEd Finance Partner — Organization where Josh Moreau serves as CFO and COO, providing financial services to education partners.
- Connecticut Antique Machinery Association Partner — Organization of which Robert Burton is president; a 501(c)(3) educational facility in Kent, Connecticut.
- NYPD Partner — Collaborates with the New York Police Department on the AIMHIGH youth engagement program.
- NYU Partner — Provides assistant teachers through a partnership with NYU.
- Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural Affairs Partner — Employer of Board Chair Shameeka Marie Gonzalez-Gamboa, a Bronx nonprofit providing housing and social services.
- New York Edge Partner — Partnership organization providing staff support through Jasmine Pineda.
- New York Edge, Inc. Partner — Employer of Vice Chair Peter Quiñones, serving as Chief Compliance Officer at this NYC afterschool program provider.
- New York State Education Department Government — Submits ARP-ESSER spending plan and complies with state education law reporting requirements.
- PRI-O-LEAU Development Group Partner — Firm led by Board Member DeVon Prioleau, providing real estate and construction management services.
- Queens College Partner — Multiple coaches received degrees from Queens College and maintain professional ties.
- Queensborough Community College Partner — Alumni and coaching staff affiliation; multiple coaches received education or played sports there.
- Schola Schools Partner — Partners with Schola Schools to manage the school's lottery application system.
- Schoolhouse Project Partner — Organization founded and led by Carlo D. Schiattarella, providing facility development services for charter schools.
- USDA Government — Provides federal funding and policy flexibility enabling free school meal service.
- University of Concordia Irvine Partner — Current affiliation for graduate studies; one coach is pursuing a Master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration.
- community resources Partner — Collaborates with community resources to support student development.
- government agencies Partner — Works with government agencies to secure internship placements for students in public-sector roles.
- local businesses Partner — Partners with local businesses to provide internship placements for students.
- non-profit organizations Partner — Collaborates with non-profit organizations to offer internship opportunities aligned with student interests.
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.
- Athletics as a Vehicle for Character and Life Skills Developmentmethodology: athletics_for_character_developmentBy using athletics to teach integrity, perseverance, teamwork, and sportsmanship, students internalize values that transfer to academic and personal life, because structured physical activity provides a lived context for behavioral and character growth.
- Career-Focused College Preparation with Technical Integrationmethodology: career-focused_college_prepBy integrating rigorous college preparatory academics with practical experience in computer, engineering, and innovation fields, students are better prepared for success in higher education and technical careers, because applied learning increases engagement and real-world readiness.
- Experiential Learning through Work-Based and Professional Immersionmethodology: experiential_learningBy immersing students in professional environments and integrating internships and real-world projects into the curriculum, they develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and career readiness skills, because authentic experiences foster deeper learning and skill transfer.
- Whole-Child Development with Integrated Support Systemsmethodology: whole-child_developmentBy intentionally supporting students’ academic, emotional, and social needs through sustained counseling relationships and collaborative stakeholder involvement, the organization enables holistic development and student success, because consistent, multi-faceted support addresses barriers to learning and promotes resilience.