named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
12:1:1 Special Education Classes
Self-contained special education classes for K-4 students with individualized support in small groups.
BxC K-5 Afterschool Program
Free afterschool program offering snack time, homework help, recreation, and special activities like art, technology, and cooking clubs.
BxC Sports Program
Co-ed flag football (7th–8th grade) and soccer (6th–8th grade) teams with seasonal practices and games, plus summer skill-building sessions.
Holistic Arts Curriculum
Arts education in dance, drumming, visual art, drama, and technology; students in K-5 participate in all, while middle schoolers can specialize.
Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) Program
Co-taught general education classrooms for K-8 students with both general and special education teachers, serving students with and without identified special needs.
MMCC 6th–8th Grade Afterschool Program
Partnership with Mosholu Montefiore Community Center providing free afterschool enrichment including homework assistance, dance, media, and youth development programs.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Deliver special education programs including ICT and self-contained 12:1:1 classesOffers integrated co-teaching (ICT) classes for students in kindergarten through 8th grade and operates two self-contained 12:1:1 special education classes for students in kindergarten through 4th grade, providing targeted support for students with disabilities.
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General Support for Educational Institutions 1 activity
- Fund distinctive educational experiences through private contributionsUses private donations to fund unique educational opportunities not supported by public funding, such as overnight student trips and experiential learning programs.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host annual family and cultural eventsHosts community-building family events each year, including the Latinx Identity and Culture Celebration, Performing Arts Night, Pancake Breakfast, STEAMfest, Black Lives Matter Museum, and Juneteenth Community Festival.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Offer comprehensive arts education and enrichment programsProvides K-5 students with instruction in dance, drumming, visual art, drama, and technology, with opportunities in middle school to deepen skills through portfolio development, choreography, and technical training in these disciplines.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Operate a K-8 charter school with small class sizes and integrated support servicesProvides high-quality public education to students in kindergarten through eighth grade through 20 classes serving 490 students, with a class size of 26 students and two teachers per class. The school operates as a small learning community emphasizing academic and social development.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Organize interscholastic sports teams and pre-season trainingOperates a co-ed flag football team for 7th and 8th graders (September–November) and a co-ed soccer team for 6th–8th graders (April–early June), with regular practices and games. Offers weekly football and soccer training sessions in August for students seeking additional practice.
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Children's Play and Motor Development Spaces 1 activity
- Provide daily physical activity and recess programsEnsures daily recess on a rooftop play area—60 minutes for kindergartners and 30 minutes for other grades—and offers weekly physical education at Bronx River Park (grades 2–6) and Lehman College (grades 7–8), including swimming, basketball, volleyball, and fitness activities.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Run free afterschool programs for enrolled studentsOffers free afterschool programming to all enrolled students who register, including homework help, recreation time, and enrichment clubs in art, technology, and non-baking cooking for K–5th grade. Partners with MMCC to provide similar services for 6th–8th grade students, including homework assistance and enrichment activities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$13.15M
Contributions & grants$980K7%
Program service revenue$12.00M91%
Investment income$163K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$13.04M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$9.85M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$20.74M
Cash$5.80M
Investments$0
Liabilities$15.93M
Net assets$4.81M
Liquid reserves5.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +0.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SASHA WILSON | CO-DIRECTOR | 40 | $200K |
| ALBANIA RUIZ | CO-DIRECTOR | 40 | $198K |
| JOHN KRUGER | TEACHER | 40 | $188K |
| LESLINE GARDNER | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 40 | $168K |
| BRENNA FITZGERALD | TEACHER | 40 | $167K |
| ALYCIA OSBORNE-RHINEHART | ASSISTANT DIRECTOR K-2 | 40 | $165K |
| MAUREEN WEBBER | TEACHER | 40 | $161K |
| ROXANE BROGAN | DIRECTOR OF FAMILY SUPPORT | 40 | $147K |
board members · 8
- ARIEL BEHR — TRUSTEE
- BEVERLY FALK — TRUSTEE
- DANIEL OSORIO — TREASURER
- DENISE CANCEL — FAMILY REPRESENTATIVE
- GIL SCHMERLER — CHAIR
- MICHAEL AKAVAN — SECRETARY
- YASMIN MORALES — TRUSTEE
- ZULEMA GAUJARDO — TRUSTEE
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Board of Trustees Partner — Families serve on the Board of Trustees, influencing long-term vision and leadership of the school.
- Community Council Partner — Families hold positions on the Community Council, contributing to school governance and decision-making.
- Mosholu Montefiore Community Center Partner — Collaborates with MMCC to deliver free afterschool programming for 6th-8th grade students.
- New York City Department of Education Government — Follows DOE classification for English Language Learners and complies with public school enrollment policies.
- New York State Department of Education Government — Source of public reporting requirements and data, including the NYS Report Card.
- PayPal Partner — Platform used for processing online donations.
- Personnel Committee Partner — Families participate in the Personnel Committee, playing a role in staffing decisions and personnel policies.
strategies · 3
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.
- Holistic Arts Integration to Enhance Developmentmethodology: holistic_arts_integrationBy embedding creative and physical activities into an extended school day, the school fosters creativity, self-expression, and social understanding because varied modes of learning deepen cognitive and emotional development beyond traditional academics.
- Inclusive Co-Teaching Model for Diverse Learnersmethodology: inclusive_co_teaching_modelBy integrating general and special education teachers in co-taught classrooms, the school supports inclusive, individualized instruction because collaborative teaching allows for real-time differentiation, reduced stigma, and stronger academic and social integration for students with diverse learning needs.
- Student-Centered Learning with Differentiated Instructionmethodology: student-centered_learningBy positioning students as active participants in their learning and tailoring instruction to individual strengths, interests, and pacing, the school enhances engagement and academic outcomes because learners are more motivated and supported through multiple pathways to mastery.