named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Character and Academic Development
Integrated approach emphasizing both rigorous academics and character growth, creating a supportive environment where every student’s voice is heard and valued
Mock Trials
Program that builds student confidence and public speaking skills by engaging nine-year-olds in simulated courtroom experiences where they present and defend arguments
Summer Boost Program
Summer learning program offering arts and crafts, a reading challenge, and recreational activities like "Water Wars" to keep students engaged outside the academic year
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Deliver K–8 academic and character development educationOperates as a public elementary and middle school providing rigorous academics, character development, and personalized support through small-group instruction and inclusive classrooms to students in the Bronx. The program emphasizes leadership, reading, writing, thinking, and communication skills within a structured and compassionate environment.
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Host academic milestone and transition ceremoniesHosts kindergarten and 8th grade graduation ceremonies, 4th grade step-up ceremonies, and other academic progression events to recognize student achievements and support transitions through grade levels.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Manage student records before and after closureProvided access to student records at the school until official closure on June 30, 2026, coordinated with District 9 for ongoing access, and automatically forwarded records to new schools upon student enrollment or dissolution of the education corporation.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operate extracurricular and student engagement programsRuns a sports program integrating athletics with academic achievement, hosts monthly student showcases (e.g., spelling bees, street fairs, performances), and offers a Summer Boost program featuring arts and crafts, reading challenges, and recreational activities like "Water Wars" to engage students beyond the classroom.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Support student transitions following school closureProvided transition support to families after announcing closure at the end of the 2025–2026 academic year by distributing information about local schools accepting registration, hosting a Mini School Fair with at least four participating schools, and ensuring continuity of education through enrollment assistance.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$13.07M
Contributions & grants$417K3%
Program service revenue$12.65M97%
Investment income$610%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$13.58M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$8.99M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.21M
Cash$59K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.25M
Net assets$-41K
Liquid reserves0.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +2.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND PERSON | PRINCIPAL | 50 | $288K |
| MICHAEL TAYLOR | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 40 | $227K |
| FELICIA YARBER | JUNIOR ACADEMY DIRECTOR | 50 | $207K |
| JONATHAN MANIOTIS | ELEMENTARY ACADEMY DIRECTOR | 50 | $200K |
| ROSALYN ADDO | FINANCIAL SPECIALIST | 40 | $151K |
| ELIZABETH MALAVE | SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER | 40 | $148K |
board members · 9
- BARBARA GAILLIARD-NOWELL — SECRETARY
- CHRISTA TILSON — TRUSTEE
- GERALDINE HUNTER — VICE CHAIRPERSON
- JERIMA DEWESE-BOWENS — CHAIRPERSON
- KINANDA WILLIAMS-MURRAY — TRUSTEE (THRU 10/2023)
- MARLON DUNBAR — TREASURER (THRU 11/2023)
- REY ALLEN — TRUSTEE
- RICHARD HARLEY — trustee (eff. 3/2024)
- TIMOTHY BRADY — treasurer (eff. 4/2024)
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Bianca Raysor Partner — School Academy Director at Harriet Tubman Charter School
- Christa L. Tilson Partner — Chair of the Board of Trustees at Harriet Tubman Charter School
- Claremont Neighborhood Center Partner — Hosted the kindergarten graduation and 4th grade step-up ceremonies for Harriet Tubman Charter School students.
- Democracy Prep Partner — Collaborates with Harriet Tubman Charter School, as indicated by joint announcements to families.
- District 9 Partner — Collaborated with to provide enrollment alternatives for students and to maintain student records after closure.
- IS 219 New Venture School Partner — Hosted the 8th grade graduation ceremony for Harriet Tubman Charter School students.
- Jonathan Maniotis Partner — Principal of Harriet Tubman Charter School, leading communication and transition efforts.
- Jonathan Maniotis Partner — School Principal at Harriet Tubman Charter School
- Keep Up With Us Partner — Parent group chat used for regular communication and engagement between the school and families.
- New York Metropolitan Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolence Partner — Co-founder of Harriet Tubman Charter School and Executive Director of the Center, indicating a close organizational partnership.
- New York State Education Department Government — Primary chartering and oversight authority coordinating the school's closure and transition process.
- Paylocity Partner — Uses Paylocity's recruiting platform for job applications and hiring processes.
- Rosalyn Addo Partner — Director of Operations at Harriet Tubman Charter School
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.
- Civic Engagement via Experiential Learningmethodology: civic-engagement-through-mock-trialsBy using mock trials as a classroom practice, the school develops critical thinking, public speaking, and confidence because real-world simulations make abstract skills tangible and personally meaningful.
- Holistic Education through Academics and Charactermethodology: holistic-educationBy integrating rigorous academics with character development, the school fosters holistic student growth because intellectual and personal development are mutually reinforcing in producing long-term success.
- Performance-Based Learning with Cultural Relevancemethodology: performance-based_educationBy using a performance-based model that incorporates cultural heritage exploration, the school supports student development in a diverse community because culturally relevant learning increases engagement and deepens academic ownership.
- Student-Centered Developmentmethodology: student-centered developmentBy tailoring education to each student's unique potential and talents, the school promotes developmental growth and academic success because individualized support enables fuller expression and realization of personal capabilities.