named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Lower Division (Nursery–Grade 5)
Foundational education program focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and social development
Middle Division (Grades 6–8)
Program that bridges elementary and upper school with interdisciplinary curriculum and extracurriculars
Outdoor Education Program
Uses the 320-acre Connecticut campus for experiential learning and environmental education
Summer Programs
Includes Summer Academy, Lion Camps, and June Program for students across divisions
Upper Division (Grades 9–12)
College preparatory program offering advanced coursework, arts, and athletics
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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High School Exchange Programs 1 activity
- Facilitates international cultural and educational travelOrganizes a 10-day summer tour to Japan for Upper Division students, including immersive experiences in Japanese language, culture, spirituality, and history, along with exchange activities at partner schools such as Keio Senior High School and Shakujii High School.
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Hosts school-wide community engagement and transition eventsOrganizes events such as Declaration@250 to engage the community in democratic principles and ceremonies like fifth-grade graduation to mark transitions between divisions, including student performances in world languages and original lyrics, diploma presentations, and tributes to long-serving staff.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operates summer programs for students across divisionsRuns multi-week summer programs tailored to different divisions: a June Program for Nursery Division, Camp HMLD for Lower Division, Summer Academy for Middle Division, and a three-week academic and enrichment program for Upper Division students, offering credit-bearing and interest-based courses.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Provides continuous education from nursery through high schoolOffers a continuous educational program for students of all gender identities from nursery through Upper Division, preparing them for college and beyond.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Provides faculty professional development in collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare CompanyConducts intensive faculty residencies in Stratford-upon-Avon, hosts joint conferences for educators, and facilitates artist-led classroom workshops and cross-disciplinary collaborations to enhance teaching practices in Shakespeare and the arts.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Provides specialized athletic training through Lion CampsOffers structured athletic training camps (Lion Camps) for Middle and Upper Division student-athletes of all skill levels in sports including soccer, volleyball, water polo, wrestling, field hockey, lacrosse, and basketball, focusing on skill development, strategy, and confidence building.
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Youth Debate and Public Speaking Programs 1 activity
- Recognizes student academic achievement across disciplinesSupports and celebrates student academic excellence in subjects including Latin, mathematics, and debate, with students earning national and state-level awards such as perfect scores on the National Latin Exam, top placements in MATHCOUNTS and the USA Junior Mathematical Olympiad, and debate championships.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Supports student artistic and academic recognition programsHosts exhibitions of student artwork, such as ceramics showcases, and administers the Robert Caro ’53 Prize for Literary Excellence in the Writing of History, which recognizes outstanding student research and writing through a competitive review process.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$146.41M
Contributions & grants$17.04M12%
Program service revenue$120.18M82%
Investment income$8.69M6%
Other revenue$503K
expenses
Total expenses$130.87M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$76.66M
Grants paid out$16.01M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$541.46M
Cash$7.06M
Investments$344.27M
Liabilities$133.53M
Net assets$407.93M
Liquid reserves32.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 12
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Thomas M Kelly | Head of School | 60 | $2.24M |
| Canh Oxelson | Associate Head for Operations | 40 | $613K |
| Jessica Levenstein Davis | Head of Upper Division | 40 | $511K |
| Deena Neuwirth | Head of Lower Division | 40 | $470K |
| David Roberts | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $448K |
| Melissa Parento | Director of Alumni/Development | 40 | $442K |
| Lisa J Moreira | Dir. Inst. Research & Enrollment | 40 | $436K |
| Gordon A Jensen | Director of Facilities | 40 | $413K |
| Kaitlin Howrigan | Executive Dir. College Counseling | 40 | $406K |
| Javaid Khan | Head of Middle Division | 40 | $396K |
| Adam Kenner | Director of Technology | 40 | $387K |
| Marines Arroyo-Stuart | Head of Nursery Division | 40 | $351K |
board members · 13
- Andrea L Olshan — Vice-Chair
- Avinash Mehrotra — Treasurer
- Brian Eizenstat — Vice-Chair
- Carolyn Urena — Trustee
- Daniel Benton — Trustee
- David Ludwig — Trustee
- Drew Figdor — Trustee
- Ephram Lustgarten — Trustee
- Glenn August — Trustee
- Irfan Hussain — Trustee
- Jackie Friedman Brogadir — Trustee
- Justin D Lerer — Trustee
- Kara Acker — Trustee
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Provided free tickets to students through a partnership with Musical Mentors Collaborative.
- Fender Partner — Donated musical instruments to students supported by Musical Mentors Collaborative.
- Gibson Partner — Donated musical instruments to students supported by Musical Mentors Collaborative.
- Improv 4 Kids Partner — Provided an interactive comedy performance for Camp HMLD students.
- Keio Senior High School Partner — Hosted Horace Mann students for campus tours, shared meals, cultural performances, and collaborative workshops.
- MATHCOUNTS Partner — Hosts national mathematics competition in which students participate
- Mathematical Association of America Partner — Hosts mathematics competitions in which students participate
- Metropolitan Opera Partner — Provided free tickets to students through a partnership with Musical Mentors Collaborative.
- Mrs. Cronin Partner — Longtime staff member recognized for over 40 years of service to Horace Mann School.
- Musical Mentors Collaborative Partner — Matt Siffert ’05 serves as Director of External Affairs and helps expand access to music education through this nonprofit.
- NYC Urban Debate League Partner — Awards debate students based on performance and participation in tournaments
- National Latin Exam Partner — Administers Latin exams in which students participate and receive awards
- Robert Caro Partner — Alumnus and namesake of the Robert Caro ’53 Prize for Literary Excellence in the Writing of History; participated in the 2026 award ceremony.
- Royal Shakespeare Company Partner — Collaborates with faculty on professional development through an intensive residency in Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Royal Shakespeare Company Partner — Longstanding educational partnership involving joint professional development, classroom workshops, and co-hosted conferences since 2015.
- Shakujii High School Partner — Hosted Horace Mann students for a tea ceremony, kendo experience, and joint exploration of Harajuku; maintains pen pal partnerships.
- Taylor Swift Funder — Co-donor of a $2 million gift to support the long-term sustainability of Musical Mentors Collaborative.
- Travis Kelce Funder — Co-donor of a $2 million gift to support the long-term sustainability of Musical Mentors Collaborative.
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.
- Experiential and Immersive Pedagogy Across Disciplinesmethodology: experiential_learningBy using immersive international education, experiential cross-cultural exchanges, process-based art, and rehearsal-room pedagogy, the school deepens student engagement because direct, sensory-rich experiences enhance retention, empathy, and disciplinary understanding beyond traditional instruction.
- Holistic Development via Integrated Character and Civic Educationmethodology: holistic_developmentBy fostering character development through core values and integrating civic engagement into community events, the school cultivates responsible, empathetic individuals who contribute to the common good because moral and civic identity are strengthened through repeated, meaningful practice.
- Student-Centered Learning Through Personal Explorationmethodology: student_choice_modelBy combining academic growth with personal exploration and offering student choice in electives, the school increases engagement and deeper learning because students are more motivated when pursuing their interests within a supportive environment.
- Teacher-Driven Curriculum for Authentic Engagementmethodology: teacher_as_facilitatorBy empowering faculty to design courses based on personal passions and expertise, particularly in summer programs, the school boosts student engagement because instructor enthusiasm and authenticity translate into more dynamic and compelling learning experiences.