irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0OTHER EDUCATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES- SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED TO MULTI-DISABLED STUDENTS TO SUPPLEMENT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Bluejay Athletics
Athletic program offering sports through the Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association (ESDAA), promoting physical fitness, character development, and teamwork among students.
Family Liaison Services
Supports families of deaf and hard-of-hearing students with resources, workshops, IEP guidance, and home language development tools to promote academic and social success.
Ready to Learn (Ages 0-3)
Free, state-funded, family-centered early intervention program for infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing, focusing on language development, communication, and preschool readiness skills.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Services 2 activities
- Operates academic programs for deaf studentsProvides in-person academic instruction for deaf students, operating as the largest school for deaf students in New York. The program emphasizes a language-rich environment to prepare students for future success.
- Operates early intervention program for infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearingRuns a free, state-funded program providing language and communication services to infants and toddlers (ages 0–3) who are deaf or hard of hearing, with services offered in spoken language, sign language, English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.
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Special Education Support Services 2 activities
- Provides educational health services to multi-disabled deaf studentsDelivers educational health services to support multi-disabled deaf students, supplementing their educational programs. In 2019, the organization spent $381,434 and generated $449,887 in program revenue from this service.
- Supports students through IEP participation and teacher collaborationParticipates in students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and provides recommendations to classroom teachers to support academic and social development.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Hosts free workshops and educational events for familiesHosts free online and in-person workshops on topics such as managing screen time and back-to-school stressors, led by clinicians and researchers, with live captioning in up to 35 languages.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Operates a Saturday enrichment program for deaf and hard-of-hearing childrenRuns a free Saturday Program for deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5 and up, offering activities, events, field trips, and caregiver groups to support social and educational development.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Operates athletic programs and participates in regional competitionsRuns an athletic program promoting physical fitness, wellness, character development, and self-confidence, including participation in the ESDAA Annual Tournament and maintaining a history of championship achievements.
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Hearing Health Services and Support 1 activity
- Provides audiological and hearing support servicesOffers audiologic evaluations, hearing aids, FM systems in classrooms, and support for cochlear implant users to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students' access to education.
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Autism & Neurodiversity Education Workshops 1 activity
- Provides family support and caregiver resourcesOffers family liaison services, workshops, and resources to help families understand IEPs, CPSE meetings, and special education supports. Includes multilingual classes and weekly drop-in support meetings through The Parent Circle to build caregiver support systems.
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Universal In-School Meal Service 1 activity
- Provides meals to students through public fundingOffers free breakfast and lunch to all students through a partnership with the NYC Department of Education.
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Transportation Access Support 1 activity
- Provides transportation and access support for familiesOffers free transportation for families living in the five boroughs of New York City to access twice-weekly individual sessions and optional weekly play groups.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$26.91M
Contributions & grants$26.19M97%
Program service revenue$496K2%
Investment income$220K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$27.25M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$20.71M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$20.83M
Cash$500K
Investments$8.23M
Liabilities$8.21M
Net assets$12.62M
Liquid reserves3.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JANE MORAN BREITER | Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction | 35 | $267K |
| MARIA NOTO | CFO | 31 | $257K |
| SETH BRAVIN | INTERIM CEO/SUPERINTENDENT | 31 | $250K |
| CATRINA ZOWAK | Supervisor Preschool | 35 | $225K |
| PATRICIA A SCHOENFELD | HR DIRECTOR | 31 | $199K |
| BEATRIZ GAVIN | TEACHER | 35 | $193K |
| MARIAN HART | TEACHER | 35 | $186K |
| DONNA PENN | TEACHER | 35 | $163K |
board members · 13
- ARVIN PASRICHA — TREASURER
- ELISABETH KRENTS PHD — TRUSTEE
- GREGORY J HLIBOK ESQ — CHAIR, GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE
- I DAVID PALEY — CO-CHAIR, PROGRAM COMMITTEE
- IRENE W LEIGH — SECRETARY
- KIM KRUZ PHD — CO-PRESIDENT
- LAUREN RIDLOFF — TRUSTEE
- LINDA SCHLESINGER — TRUSTEE
- ONUDEAH NICOLARAKIS PHD — TRUSTEE
- PATRICE CREAMER — CO-CHAIR, PROGRAM COMMITTEE
- SARA BASSON — TRUSTEE
- SASHA PONAPPA — TRUSTEE
- SUZANNE CHEN PHD — CO-PRESIDENT
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- American Society for Deaf Children Partner — Collaborates to offer free ASL Kids Club classes for children and families.
- Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) Heads Up program Partner — Follows the concussion protocol developed by the CDC's Heads Up program for managing suspected concussions among student athletes.
- Clerc Center/Gallaudet Partner — Provides an interactive map of summer camps for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children used by Lexington families.
- Deaf West Partner — Collaborated with Disney+ on 'Songs in Sign Language' animated musicals in ASL.
- Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association (ESDAA) Partner — Participates in athletic competitions organized by ESDAA, including tournaments and championships.
- GuideStar by Candid Government — Holds a Silver Seal of Transparency from GuideStar by Candid.
- Hands United Partner — Partners with Hands United to provide multilingual classes, workshops, and resources for families with Deaf or hard of hearing children.
- Hearing & Speech Partner — Collaborates on services related to hearing and speech support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- Lexington Hearing and Speech Center, Inc. Partner — Provides audiology services to students at Lexington School for the Deaf.
- Lexington School for the Deaf Foundation Partner — Supports the school's programs and activities through fundraising and charitable endeavors.
- Mental Health Center Partner — Provides mental health services integrated within the school environment for students.
- New York City Department of Education Government — Collaborates with the NYC Department of Education for services including yellow bus transportation and free lunch programs.
- New York City Department of Education Government — Provides services including yellow bus transportation and free meal programs for students at The Lexington School for the Deaf.
- New York State Government — State funder of the Ready to Learn program for infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
- St. Mary’s School for the Deaf Partner — Hosts the ESDAA Annual Volleyball Tournament in which Lexington’s team participates.
- The Parent Circle Partner — Collaborates with The Parent Circle to offer weekly support meetings for caregivers of Deaf, hard of hearing, and Deaf Plus children.
- Vocational Services Center Partner — Offers vocational training and support services to prepare deaf students for employment.
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.
- Family-Centered Engagement and Partnershipmethodology: family_centered_engagementBy actively involving families through multilingual communication, family liaisons, and shared decision-making, the school enhances student outcomes because empowered and informed caregivers are critical partners in a child’s language and educational development.
- Language-Rich, Deaf-Centered Educationmethodology: language_rich_deaf_centered_educationBy providing a language-rich and linguistically accessible educational environment specifically designed for deaf students, the school fosters cognitive, social, and academic development because full language access from an early age is foundational to long-term success.
- School-Integrated Health and Character Developmentmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy embedding audiology services and athletics within the educational experience, the school removes barriers to health access and builds self-confidence because integrating support services and character-building activities into daily school life ensures consistent, equitable engagement.
- Whole-Student and Holistic Development Modelmethodology: whole_student_holistic_developmentBy addressing not only academic needs but also social-emotional, physical, and self-help skills within a safe and supportive environment, the school prepares deaf students for adult life success because comprehensive development strengthens resilience and independence.