named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Enrichment Curriculum
Arts, music, family and consumer science, physical education, and field trips to institutions like the Hall of Science and Bronx Zoo
Individualized Reading Program
Evidence-based, multisensory reading instruction with biannual assessments and small-group or individual support from literacy specialists
Multi-Sensory Math Program
Incremental, multisensory math instruction aligned with Common Core, with skill-level grouping in grades 6-8 and specialist support
Technology Integration
Use of Chromebooks, Google Classroom, Wonder Workshop Cue Robots, virtual reality, and drones to support learning
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Conduct educational field trips and experiential learning activitiesOrganizes field trips to museums, zoos, environmental centers, plays, cultural attractions, and local courthouses in New York City. Also conducts hands-on science activities such as DNA model building and volcano demonstrations to enhance science learning.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Deliver a comprehensive core curriculum including arts, physical education, and technologyProvides instruction in art, music, family and consumer science, computer science, and physical education as core components of the curriculum. Programs include individualized and small group instruction in art and music, computer technology as part of academic learning, and a physical education program featuring team sports.
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Structured Literacy Instruction and Dyslexia Support 1 activity
- Deliver individualized academic instruction and evidence-based reading programsImplements a multisensory, individualized reading program in every classroom tailored to student needs, with comprehensive reading assessments conducted twice per year to evaluate decoding, word attack, and comprehension skills. Vocabulary instruction is integrated across all classrooms.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Facilitate student engagement through civic and cultural eventsHosts special assemblies with civic leaders, such as representatives from the Queens Borough President's office, and organizes events like scavenger hunts focused on Black history, junior/senior prom, and college and career fairs to promote leadership, cultural awareness, and community engagement.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Offer college preparatory, vocational counseling, and work/study programsProvides college preparatory and vocational counseling to support student planning, along with a work/study program and job development services to prepare students for post-secondary transitions.
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Special Education Day Schools 1 activity
- Operate a special education day school for students with learning differencesProvides a 12-month academic program for students with learning differences in grades K-12, serving students from elementary school through age twenty-two. The school is approved by the New York State Regents and accredited, operating with a 12:1:1 staff-to-student ratio to support individualized instruction.
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Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
- Provide specialized support services for student developmentOffers on-site speech/language therapy, counseling, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as part of a comprehensive support model. These services are integrated into student programming to support academic and personal growth.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Support family and community involvement through Parent Association and eventsOperates a Parent Association that facilitates fundraising and social events to strengthen school-community ties and support the school environment.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provide digital access to academic records and administrative servicesUses PowerSchool and an online portal to provide students and families access to grades, attendance, report cards, and fillable electronic forms. Also provides free school lunch applications and hot lunch service through School Eatery.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$16.67M
Contributions & grants$2.08M12%
Program service revenue$14.50M87%
Investment income$69K0%
Other revenue$18K
expenses
Total expenses$14.91M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$11.61M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.10M
Cash$2.66M
Investments$0
Liabilities$4.98M
Net assets$2.12M
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Deanne Proujansky | Exec. Director | 35 | $394K |
| Irene Coulianidis-Psilakis | Principal | 35 | $254K |
| Lisa Fields | Curriculum Reading | 35 | $204K |
| Shaneza Mohamed | CFO | 35 | $202K |
| Elizabeth Simona | Principal | 35 | $188K |
| Catherine Vicital | Curriculum Reading | 35 | $180K |
| Salvatore Gambina | Teacher | 35 | $176K |
board members · 4
- Barry Novick — Board member
- Joseph Brunken — Chairman
- Leslie Pearson — Treasurer
- Lonni Fried — Secretary
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Dede Proujansky Government — Executive Director of The Lowell School
- Ed Braunstein Partner — Partnered with New York Assembly District Councilman Ed Braunstein for a school toy drive initiative.
- Google Partner — Uses Google Classroom and related tools for instructional and communication purposes.
- Home Partner — Close cooperation between home and school is described as the cornerstone of The Lowell School.
- New York State Government — Follows New York State Common Core curriculum guidelines in all grade levels.
- New York State Regents Government — Approves and accredits The Lowell School as a special education day school.
- Parent Association Partner — Collaborates with the school to organize fundraising and social events.
- PowerSchool Partner — Partners with PowerSchool to manage and provide access to student academic records.
- Queens Borough President's Office Partner — Collaborated on a special assembly featuring Borough President representatives to discuss leadership and civic engagement with students.
- School Eatery Partner — Partner organization providing hot lunch food service to students.
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.
- Character and Civic Development Integrationmethodology: civic_engagementBy integrating character development and civic engagement into education, we promote personal responsibility, self-respect, and community impact because linking moral growth with real-world leadership opportunities fosters lifelong equity-minded citizens.
- Family-School Partnership Modelmethodology: family-school-partnershipBy fostering close, collaborative relationships between families and school staff, we support student success because active parental involvement strengthens student engagement, continuity of support, and institutional accountability.
- Individualized Education Modelmethodology: individualized-educationBy tailoring instruction to each student's unique qualities, academic needs, and developmental level within a challenging program, we close the gap between potential and daily performance because personalized learning environments enhance engagement, self-confidence, and academic growth.
- Multisensory Learning Approachmethodology: multi-sensory_learningBy engaging multiple senses during instruction, particularly in reading and academic skill development, we support diverse learners because cognitive processing is enhanced through integrated sensory input, improving retention and self-confidence.