named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts-Integrated Education
Program that integrates performing and visual arts into academic learning, led by teaching artists and arts educators, supporting students in balancing professional-level artistic development with academic excellence.
College Preparatory Academic Program
Challenging college-prep curriculum tailored for students with professional commitments in the arts and athletics, offering flexible scheduling and academic support across core subjects including English, math, science, and world languages.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Program
Monthly committee meetings involving administrators, faculty, staff, and students to advance equity; includes student-led groups such as Together We Rise, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, and Racial Affinity Group, along with workshops, resource sharing, and guest speakers.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Admits students in grades 4 through 12 and supports enrollment through outreachAccepts applications for grades 4–12 and supports prospective families through Virtual Information Sessions and individual meetings with the Director of Admissions and Enrollment to learn about the school’s program and community.
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Student-Led Identity and Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Advances diversity, equity, and inclusion through education and programmingOperates a monthly Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, hosts student-led identity-affirming groups, produces educational resources, organizes workshops with guest speakers, and conducts curriculum reviews to promote anti-racism and inclusive representation of BIPOC communities.
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Educator Training in Equity and Inclusion 1 activity
- Conducts faculty professional development on equity and anti-racismProvides professional development seminars for faculty, such as a 2020 session focused on advancing awareness of the Black Lives Matter initiative and building an anti-racist school environment.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Hosts annual community welcome eventOrganizes an annual boat cruise around lower Manhattan featuring a buffet dinner and dance party to welcome students, families, faculty, and staff at the start of the school year.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Offers flexible and remote learning through the Guided Study ProgramProvides a hybrid and distance learning option called the Guided Study Program, allowing students to maintain academic progress remotely during periods of professional commitment, long-term training, or rehearsal. This includes individualized scheduling and remote coursework support.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Operates as an independent day school with small class sizes and high faculty qualificationsFunctions as an independent day school serving between 110 and 150 students, maintaining an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio, average class sizes of 12–16, and a faculty where 97% hold advanced degrees. Offers financial aid to 43% of enrolled students.
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College Preparatory Secondary Education 1 activity
- Provides college-preparatory education for young artists, athletes, and professionalsOffers a rigorous academic program tailored for students in grades 4 through 12 who are pursuing careers in the performing and visual arts, competitive sports, entertainment, technology, and entrepreneurship. The school customizes schedules and integrates technology to support continuous learning, especially for those with demanding external commitments.
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School Governance & Strategic Oversight 1 activity
- Provides institutional leadership through board governance and school administrationOversees the school through a self-perpetuating board that ensures financial stability, hires and supervises the Head of School, and provides the operational framework for curriculum delivery and institutional leadership.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Integrates technology to support continuous educationUses technology within the curriculum to ensure students can continue learning when absent from the physical classroom due to professional or pre-professional obligations such as performances, auditions, or athletic training.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8.19M
Contributions & grants$1.45M18%
Program service revenue$5.94M73%
Investment income$803K10%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$8.31M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$4.67M
Grants paid out$1.45M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$17.20M
Cash$1.09M
Investments$7.40M
Liabilities$6.06M
Net assets$11.14M
Liquid reserves12.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +11.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES DAWSON | HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $503K |
| PAUL Q KANE | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 55 | $257K |
| REEM ABU-AMARA | DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY | 40 | $198K |
| SARAH RUTLEDGE | HEAD OF UPPER SCHOOL | 40 | $197K |
| WILLIAM HIRT | DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE COUNSELING | 40 | $194K |
| LORI MURPHY | DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS | 40 | $181K |
| DANIA LAWRO | HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL | 40 | $158K |
board members · 18
- ALYSSA GRIKSCHEIT — TRUSTEE
- AMANDA BHALLA — TRUSTEE
- ANTHONY ROTH COSTANZO — TRUSTEE
- BARBARA WOOD — TRUSTEE
- BOB MUSIKER — TRUSTEE
- DIANE KENNEY — SECRETARY (THRU AUG 2024)
- DONALD B BRANT JR — TRUSTEE
- ELEENA MELAMUD — TRUSTEE
- ERICA MARKS PANUSH — TRUSTEE
- ERIN SCANLON TRUSTEE THRU — AUG 2024), SECRETARY AFTER
- ISAAC S GREANEY — TRUSTEE
- JASON WEINBERG — TRUSTEE
- MARIAN BROWN — TRUSTEE
- MELANIE HARRIS — CHAIR
- MELISSA VLAK — TRUSTEE
- ROBERT LAUDER — TRUSTEE
- SIMONE ZEKO — TRUSTEE
- SONJA KOSTICH — TRUSTEE (THRU AUG 2024)
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Board of Trustees Government — Adopted the school's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement in 2017.
- Circle Line Partner — Partner for the annual boat cruise event.
- Council in Support of Education Network — Member of the Council in Support of Education (CASE).
- Distinguished Alumni Network — Network of notable graduates from diverse fields including performing arts, film, television, law, and healthcare.
- Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York Network — Member of the Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY).
- Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York Network — Member of ISAAGNY, participating in shared admissions timelines and professional development for equitable admissions processes.
- Lori Gigliotti Murphy Partner — Director of Admissions and Enrollment at PCS, responsible for supporting prospective families and managing enrollment.
- Lori Murphy Partner — Director of Admissions and Enrollment who assists families with the admissions process.
- National Association of Independent Schools Network — Member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
- National Association of Independent Schools Network — Professional Children's School is a member of this national association.
- National Association of Principals of Schools for Girls Network — Member of the National Association of Principals of Schools for Girls (NAPSG).
- New York State Association of Independent Schools Government — Accredits Professional Children's School.
- New York State Association of Independent Schools Network — Accredited by and member of the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS).
- Parents League of New York Network — Member of the Parents League of New York.
- The Rehearsal Club Partner — Shared space and leadership with The Rehearsal Club, a non-profit residential club for young actresses founded by PCS co-founders Jane Harris Hall and Jean Greer Robinson.
- incredible institutions across the city Partner — Has meaningful partnerships with institutions in New York City to support student needs.
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.
- Flexible Scheduling with Academic Rigor to Support Dual Commitmentsmethodology: flexible-academic-scheduling-for-dual-commitmentsBy offering flexible and hybrid scheduling combined with a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, the school enables students to maintain academic excellence while pursuing demanding external commitments in the arts, athletics, or other professional arenas, because structured academic support during absences sustains educational continuity and student success.
- Inclusive Community Building Through Identity Affirmation and Dialoguemethodology: culturally_responsive_community_buildingBy fostering a culture that celebrates diversity and empowers student-led affinity groups, the school builds an inclusive community where confronting bias and engaging in difficult conversations are central, because affirming identity and shared responsibility strengthen belonging and learning.
- Integrated Support for Life Balance and Holistic Developmentmethodology: integrated-life-balance-supportBy addressing academic, professional, and personal responsibilities through advisory systems and community-based support, the school helps students navigate the pressures of adult work environments while fostering development, because holistic support improves student well-being and engagement.
- Personalized and Inclusive Instruction for Diverse Learnersmethodology: personalized_learning_and_inclusionBy maintaining low student-to-teacher ratios and integrating learning specialists into the general academic environment, the school provides personalized instruction and support for students with mild learning differences, because tailored academic engagement improves outcomes and inclusion.
- Technology-Enhanced Continuous Learning for Mobile Studentsmethodology: technology-integration-for-continuous-learningBy integrating remote learning with innovative technology and personalized faculty support, the school maintains educational engagement and progress for students with frequent travel or performance-related absences, because tech-enhanced learning sustains academic continuity in a mobile, global context.