named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
College Guidance Program
Comprehensive college preparation program including SAT/ACT support, application assistance, essay writing, and scholarship guidance for high school seniors.
DSY Learning Program
Summer learning program held at the Synagogue of Deal, offering supplemental Jewish studies for students.
Esh Summer Learning Program
Summer learning initiative for students, focused on Jewish studies and personal growth, led by Rabbi Eli Shemesh.
Hacham Baruch Ben Haim Boys Elementary
Elementary and middle school program (grades K-8) providing Torah-based education with a focus on character development, academic excellence, and Sephardic traditions.
Rabbi Shaul Kassin Boys High School
Four-year high school program offering dual curriculum in Limude Kodesh (Jewish studies) and General Studies, leading to both a YDE diploma and a New York State Regents diploma.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Jewish Dual-Curriculum Education 2 activities
- Curriculum Development and Instructional InnovationDevelops and implements specialized curricula including a keriah program with interactive SmartBoard components for teaching ta’ameem, a social skills curriculum, and student-centered learning approaches that incorporate critical thinking and innovative teaching methods.
- Jewish Day School EducationProvides a dual diploma program that combines Torah study with a comprehensive secular curriculum, leading to both a YDE Diploma and a New York State Regents Diploma upon graduation. The program serves students from nursery through high school, emphasizing spiritual growth, character development, and commitment to Torah values.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 2 activities
- Elective and Enrichment Course OfferingsProvides elective coursework and academic enrichment opportunities such as the Esh Summer Learning Program to allow students to explore diverse academic and personal interests beyond the core curriculum.
- Extracurricular and Character Development ProgramsOperates extracurricular programs including team sports, music, hesed (acts of kindness), and leadership-building activities. Also coordinates Shabbat youth programs and summer day camps to foster character, responsibility, and community engagement.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- College and Academic Preparation ProgramsOffers SAT preparation for all junior students, advanced placement and standardized test preparation, and college application guidance including scholarship support to ensure readiness for higher education.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Foundational Academic and Social Skills Development (Nursery)Teaches nursery and upper nursery children foundational academic skills including phonics, color identification, sorting, and early writing, alongside social-emotional learning such as verbal expression of needs and feelings, personal boundaries, and classroom routines like transitions and cleanliness.
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Self-Sufficiency Empowerment Workshops 1 activity
- Life Skills and Communication WorkshopsOffers workshops focused on developing students’ personal and professional capabilities, including communication, life skills, and independent Torah study methods.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Teacher and Student MentorshipProvides training, mentorship, and support to teachers and students to enhance classroom effectiveness and contribute positively to the school environment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$48.43M
Contributions & grants$28.26M58%
Program service revenue$20.16M42%
Investment income$14K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$24.74M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$13.16M
Grants paid out$503K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$74.42M
Cash$6.43M
Investments$0
Liabilities$35.18M
Net assets$39.24M
Liquid reserves3.1 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue +69.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MEYER YEDID | PRINCIPAL | 50 | $310K |
| HELEN S SPIRN | GIRLS H. SCHOOL PRINCIPAL | 40 | $300K |
| YITZCHAK GOLDBERG | BOYS HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL | 40 | $231K |
| EVA E HEFTER | COLLEGE GUIDANCE ADVISOR | 35 | $155K |
| EDWARD SAFF | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 45 | $135K |
| HARVEY FELDMAN | BOYS HS HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $111K |
| TAMARA ALTER | SCIENCE DEPARTMENT CHAIR & TEACHER | 30 | $111K |
board members · 5
- EZRA ZAAFARANI — DIRECTOR
- JACOB HIDARY — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL JEMAL — PRESIDENT / DIRECTOR
- MORRIS DWECK — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN BALASIANO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Agudath Israel of America Partner — Rabbi Netanel serves as the Sephardic community liaison for Agudath Israel of America and works closely with community rabbis.
- Avenue J Torah Center Partner — Rabbi Netanel runs the Shabbat Youth Minyan at the Avenue J Torah Center.
- Congregation Shaare Zion Partner — Rabbi Netanel runs youth programs at Congregation Shaare Zion, and Rabbi Levy leads a Shabbat youth program there.
- Harvard University Network — Mr. Craig Lubner participated in Harvard University’s Art of Leadership program and is pursuing certification from Harvard Business School.
- parents Partner — Collaborates with parents as essential partners in student development and maintains open communication channels.
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.
- Home-School Partnership via Technologymethodology: home-school_partnershipBy using technology-mediated communication between parents and teachers, we strengthen student development because consistent home-school collaboration reinforces learning and behavioral expectations across environments.
- Values-Integrated Educationmethodology: values-integrated_educationBy integrating rigorous religious and secular academics with character development rooted in Jewish values, we foster empathy, humility, and kindness because moral formation is central to academic and personal growth.