named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Cayuga Advantage
College credit program offering high school students courses in English, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Spanish through Cayuga Community College
Franciscan Advantage
Partnership with Franciscan University of Steubenville allowing juniors and seniors to earn college credit in alignment with the school’s Catholic and classical mission
Heritage Learning Center
Provides academic support, accommodations, and one-on-one instruction for students with IEPs and 504 plans, as well as general academic enrichment for all students
Student Clubs and Activities
Includes Band, Choir, Drama Club, Chess Club, National Honor Society, Student Government, and faith-based groups like the Frassati Guild and St. Maria Goretti Guild
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Administers need-based scholarships and tuition assistance programsOffers scholarships funded by donor support and fundraising, along with a tiered tuition policy that provides a 50% discount for a second child and free attendance for a third child to increase accessibility.
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Classical Christian K–12 Education 1 activity
- Delivers a Catholic college-preparatory education for grades 7–12Provides a rigorous academic curriculum grounded in classical liberal arts, mathematics, and sciences that exceeds New York State standards, including required coursework in Theology, Latin, Logic, Philosophy, Art, and Music/Choir. The program prepares students for college and career success through active classroom participation and individualized academic support.
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Student Club and Organization Support 1 activity
- Facilitates student clubs focused on service, leadership, and personal developmentSupports student-led clubs including the National Honor Society, Young Investors Club, Chess Club, Swing Dance Club, and Teens 4 Life Club, which engage students in service, financial literacy, civic participation, and pro-life advocacy through events, fundraisers, and community outreach.
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Textile Waste Diversion and Reuse 1 activity
- Manages school operations and family support servicesOperates a uniform swap closet that accepts donated clothing from families to support affordability and sustainability.
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High School Dual Enrollment Programs 1 activity
- Offers college credit and advanced coursework through dual-enrollment programsProvides high school students with college-level courses and credit opportunities in subjects including English, mathematics, Spanish, theology, philosophy, Latin, chemistry, physics, and U.S. history through partnerships with Franciscan University of Steubenville and the Cayuga Advantage Program.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operates extracurricular programs in arts, music, and student leadershipRuns a weekly band, choir, and musical theater program; publishes a student-written newspaper; and supports student-led initiatives including the prom committee, Student Government Association, and yearbook production. These programs foster creativity, leadership, and school community engagement.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Organizes competitive sports and recreational activitiesOffers competitive sports programs and weekly ski trips to Song Mountain for students, promoting physical activity and school spirit.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Provides academic support and accommodations for students with learning needsOffers individualized academic support through the Heritage Learning Center for students with IEPs and 504 plans, including one-on-one instruction in reading, writing, and comprehension. Academic support is also available to all students for essay review, college applications, and skill development.
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Religious Education and Instruction 1 activity
- Provides faith-based spiritual development and religious instructionOffers religious instruction, sacramental participation, prayer opportunities, and faith-based clubs such as the Frassati Guild and St. Maria Goretti Guild to support students’ spiritual growth. Programs include monthly adoration, virtue studies, service projects, and chapel maintenance, open to students of all religions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$588K
Contributions & grants$268K46%
Program service revenue$252K43%
Investment income$5K1%
Other revenue$63K
expenses
Total expenses$606K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$413K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.08M
Cash$236K
Investments$351K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.08M
Liquid reserves11.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -30.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 16
- ALEX VANDERPOOL — TREASURER EM
- ANN MARIE BUERKLE — DIRECTOR
- CY WEICHERT — DIRECTOR
- DAVID GOULD — DIRECTOR
- DR PAUL FALLON — PRESIDENT EM
- GEORGE SHAMON — DIRECTOR
- JACK CASPER — DIRECTOR
- JAMES DELANEY — SECRETARY
- JD PABIS — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH GAGLIOSTRO — PRESIDENT
- JOSEPH LOPICCOLO — PRESIDENT EM
- KEVIN HOMICK — DIRECTOR
- MARIANNE SABINE — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL CUDDY — VICE PRESIDE
- ROBERT FAIOLA — DIRECTOR
- STAR YANKTON — TREASURER
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Auburn High School Partner — Partners to provide students with opportunities to compete in individual sports through Section 3 of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association.
- Cayuga Community College Partner — Partnership to offer college credit courses to high school students through the Cayuga Advantage Program.
- Cayuga Onondaga BOCES Partner — Partner organization through which Tyburn students may enroll in Career Education programs.
- Clarkson University Partner — Recognized by Clarkson University Admissions for strong academic preparation of students.
- Empire State Christian Athletic Association Network — Member of the ESCAL athletic association, participating in its Christian-values-based sports league.
- Franciscan University of Steubenville Partner — Provides college-level courses offered to students at Tyburn Academy.
- Franciscan University of Steubenville Ohio Partner — Partnership to offer college credit courses aligned with the Catholic and classical identity of the school through the Franciscan Advantage Program.
- St. Albert Academy Partner — Partner Catholic school with which Tyburn Academy shares a unified mission, providing a continuous educational pathway from PreK through grade 12.
- St. Albert the Great Academy Partner — Collaborates on educational content, as seen in a guest post from St. Albert the Great Academy.
- St. Genesius Players Partner — Collaborates with Tyburn Academy's Drama Club to perform the Spring Musical at the Auburn Public Theater.
strategies · 5
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.
- Familial Learning Environment for Holistic Developmentmethodology: familial_learning_environmentBy creating classrooms where students are personally known and supported within a familial structure, the school enables holistic development because strong relational bonds between teachers and peers foster emotional safety, confidence, and academic engagement.
- Holistic Faith Formation Through Community Practicemethodology: faith_in_action_communityBy integrating prayer, sacraments, service, Gospel-centered example, and family-like community through clubs and activities, the school nurtures spiritual growth because lived experience in a faith-based community transforms belief into action and identity.
- Inclusive Educational Environment as Dignity Practicemethodology: inclusive_dignity_modelBy maintaining a least restrictive environment for students with disabilities and providing universal academic support, the school upholds student dignity and promotes equitable excellence because inclusion in the general academic community reinforces belonging and shared mission.
- Integrated Catholic Classical Educationmethodology: catholic_classical_integrationBy integrating Catholic teachings with classical liberal arts education, the school cultivates holistic development—mind, body, and spirit—because this alignment fosters a love of truth, goodness, and beauty while supporting intellectual and moral formation in tandem.
- Virtue-Centered Pedagogy and Formationmethodology: virtue_based_pedagogyBy using Socratic dialogue, teacher modeling of virtue, and structured moral reasoning, the school develops students' character and intellectual capacities together, because guided discovery within a virtue-based framework produces deeper internalization of ethical and academic excellence.