named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
All-School Electives
Provides art, music, physical education, Spanish, and technology classes to students across all grades, emphasizing skill development and Christian stewardship
Middle School Electives
Offers specialized courses including advanced art, film studies, financial literacy, handchime ensemble, Japanese culture, liturgical dance, speech and drama, and yearbook production
Seasonal Concerts
Student music performances held throughout the year, including Christmas and spring concerts featuring vocal, instrumental, and dramatic elements
Tuition Assistance Program
Provides financial discounts to families in need, supported by fundraising efforts and donations
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Student Progress Assessment & Program Evaluation 1 activity
- Administer standardized academic assessmentsConducts annual Iowa Assessments (or Iowa Standardized Tests) for all enrolled students, with results consistently showing performance above the national average.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Deliver specialized academic and support servicesOffers special education support (SETTS), speech and language therapy, ESL instruction for international and English language learners, and personalized tutoring. These services are provided to meet individual student needs, including those with Individualized Education Service Plans (IESPs).
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Admissions and Enrollment Support Services 1 activity
- Enroll international students with I-20 visa sponsorshipProvides educational opportunities for international students by issuing I-20 visas, enabling enrollment in its K-8 academic program.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Host student performances and seasonal eventsOrganizes seasonal concerts during Christmas and Easter featuring music, liturgical dance, student narrations, and handchime ensemble performances. Students also engage in drama and public artistic displays as part of their educational experience.
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Classical Christian K–12 Education 1 activity
- Operate K-8 Christian school with integrated academic and spiritual curriculumProvides a private, Christ-centered education for students in grades K-8, integrating a distinct Christian worldview across all subjects. The school serves approximately 135 students with small class sizes averaging 15 students per classroom.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operate after-school care programRuns an after-school program Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, providing supervised care and homework support for enrolled students.
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Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 1 activity
- Participate in academic and religious competitionsFields student teams for Bible quiz competitions, advancing through local and regional rounds to win national championships within their church network.
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Safe and Inclusive School Environment 1 activity
- Promote inclusive enrollment practicesAdmits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities, ensuring non-discriminatory access to education.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provide extracurricular programs in arts, athletics, and electivesOffers a range of extracurricular and elective courses including volleyball and basketball for middle school students, art, music, physical education, Spanish, technology, handchime ensemble, liturgical dance, speech and drama, yearbook production, Japanese culture, film studies, and financial literacy grounded in biblical principles.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide tuition assistance and financial aidOffers need-based tuition assistance to families, distributing over $250,000 in discounts in the prior year. Funds are supported through fundraising efforts such as community breakfasts and silent auctions.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Support admissions and family engagementConducts educational consultations, personal tours, and admissions testing—including reading, math, writing, and developmental readiness assessments—for prospective families. Hosts a kindergarten preview day to help incoming students and families transition into the school community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.25M
Contributions & grants$160K13%
Program service revenue$1.08M86%
Investment income$16K1%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$1.36M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.04M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$624K
Cash$254K
Investments$321K
Liabilities$189K
Net assets$435K
Liquid reserves5.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -4.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHANTAL NELSON | DIRECTOR | 40 | $84K |
board members · 6
- ALEXANDRA SASHA POTES — Trustee
- ANLI KOO — Vice President
- EDDIE DHANPAT — Trustee
- JOAN CARTER — Secretary
- REV MICHAEL HERBERT — President
- THOMAS MURRAY — Treasurer
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- ACSI Network — Accredited by ACSI
- ACSI Network — Participates in ACSI's Day of Prayer, indicating affiliation with the Association of Christian Schools International.
- ACSI Network — Participates in the ACSI Day of Prayer as part of a school-wide spiritual event.
- Association of Christian Schools International Network — Accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International.
- Department of Transportation Government — Provides free bus service for eligible students through a partnership with the Department of Transportation.
- FACTS Website Services Network — Member of FACTS Website Services network for education technology and website services.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for sharing school news and updates
- Flushing Christian School Network — Operates as part of Flushing Christian School's academic program
- GuideStar Network — Listed in GuideStar profile
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for sharing school news and updates
- MSA-CESS Network — Accredited by MSA-CESS
- Middle States Association Network — Accredited by the Middle States Association.
- NYSSMA Network — Member of NYSSMA
- New York State Education Department Government — Follows academic standards set by the New York State Education Department.
- New York State School Music Association Partner — Students participate in assessments and events organized by NYSSMA.
- Student Exchange and Visitors Program (SEVP) Government — Authorized by SEVP to issue I-20 forms for international students.
strategies · 3
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.
- Christian Worldview Integration Across Curriculummethodology: faith-integrated_educationBy teaching all subjects through a biblical worldview—using frameworks like Creation-Fall-Redemption—the school integrates faith and learning to produce students who can apply Christian values across life domains, because this holistic lens shapes both academic understanding and character formation.
- Faith-Based Character and Community Developmentmethodology: faith-based_character_developmentBy embedding faith-based conflict resolution, mutual accountability through confession and prayer, and Christ-centered communication, the school fosters personal growth and unity, because relational practices grounded in Christian doctrine build moral responsibility, healing, and community cohesion.
- Mastery-Based, Individualized Academic Formationmethodology: mastery-based_learningBy using small class sizes and mastery-based learning, the school ensures deep understanding and academic readiness for advanced study, because personalized attention and focus on comprehension—not test performance—enable long-term cognitive and scholarly development.