named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
College Counseling
Guidance program supporting juniors and seniors through the college application process, celebrating individual achievements and aspirations.
Innovation Lab
Hands-on learning space for design, technology, and creative problem-solving, integrated across grade levels.
Lower School Program
Academic and social-emotional program for young learners from preschool through lower grades, focusing on curiosity, literacy, and creative expression.
Middle School Program
Developmental academic and advisory program for middle school girls, emphasizing confidence, critical thinking, and personal growth.
Upper School Program
College-preparatory curriculum for high school students with a focus on leadership, intellectual curiosity, and global awareness.
Visual and Performing Arts
Comprehensive arts education in music, dance, theater, and visual arts, including studio practice, performance, and creative risk-taking.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Gender Equity Research and Advocacy 1 activity
- Advances research on girls' education through the Center for Girls' Research and LeadershipConducts and promotes educational research on girls’ learning through the Center for Girls' Research and Leadership, established in 2022, to inform and improve teaching practices and student outcomes.
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Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
- Delivers holistic K–12 education for girls and young women focused on ethical leadership and personal developmentProvides a comprehensive educational program that develops girls and young women as ethical leaders and changemakers through individualized, holistic development, emphasizing self-confidence, resilience, character growth, and academic achievement. The curriculum supports students in setting goals, expressing themselves, and preparing for prestigious colleges and national recognition.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Engages students in youth-led action research and community change initiativesInvolves students as youth action researchers to identify and address real-world challenges, fostering leadership and sustainable improvements within the school community.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Operates athletic, wellness, and physical education programs from kindergarten through 12th gradeDelivers comprehensive wellness programming including yoga, dance, strength and conditioning, nutrition education, and physical education across all school levels to support student health, growth, and confidence.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Organizes school-wide events and family engagement activitiesHosts annual community-building events including opening and end-of-year celebrations, a Day of Service, Multicultural Day with family participation, classroom engagement events, performances involving parents, and a community picnic in Central Park to strengthen school-family connections.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Provides access to professional performing arts facilities and programmingOperates a state-of-the-art performing arts theater available to all students for classes, productions, and technical training, supporting artistic development and expression.
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Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Provides specialized academic instruction across subject areas including literacy, mathematics, and world languagesOffers targeted academic programming such as literacy specialization for lower school readers and writers, critical-thinking-focused mathematics for middle and upper school students, and French language instruction informed by non-native learning experiences.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Provides transportation services for students across New York CityOffers complimentary school bus service for students residing in the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Downtown Manhattan, and Brooklyn to ensure equitable access to education.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$33.77M
Contributions & grants$1.95M6%
Program service revenue$28.18M83%
Investment income$3.56M11%
Other revenue$77K
expenses
Total expenses$35.52M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$19.03M
Grants paid out$7.64M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$60.63M
Cash$2.52M
Investments$13.34M
Liabilities$30.41M
Net assets$30.23M
Liquid reserves5.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TARA CHRISTIE KINSEY | HEAD OF SCHOOL THRU 06/30/2025 | 50 | $1.13M |
| DOUGLAS R ODOM | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER THRU 12/2024 | 40 | $412K |
| ELIZABETH STEVENS | HEAD OF UPPER SCHOOL & ASST. HOS | 40 | $277K |
| PAULA CUELLO | DIRECTOR OF MIDDLE SCHOOL | 40 | $261K |
| TERRY LIN-HUI KUNG | DIR., COLLEGE GUIDANCE | 40 | $256K |
| TERELL COOPER EDWARDS | HEAD OF LOWER SCHOOL | 40 | $255K |
| JEREMY SAMBUCA | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $253K |
| THERESE COLLINS | DIR., ADMISSIONS THRU 05/2025 | 40 | $249K |
| ROSEMARIE SIMON | INTERIM DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 40 | $206K |
board members · 16
- ADAORA UDOJI — TRUSTEE THRU 12/16/24
- CELESTE GUTH — TREASURER
- CHRISTOPHER LESLIE — TRUSTEE
- CHRISTOPHER POGGI — TRUSTEE
- COURTNEY KRINGSTEIN — TRUSTEE
- ERIN C ROSS — TRUSTEE THRU 01/11/25
- JO-ANNE WILLIAMS — TRUSTEE
- JON PATRICOF — TRUSTEE
- JOSIE HOLFORD — TRUSTEE
- KENNEDY H COGAN — TRUSTEE
- LAURA GREENE MELTZER — VICE PRESIDENT
- LAURIE GRUHN — TRUSTEE
- MARCO WILLIAMSON — SECRETARY
- MARLON BUSTOS — CHAIR
- RABBI JOSHUA DAVIDSON — TRUSTEE
- RACHEL KLESS — TRUSTEE
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Achilles International Partner — Hewitt faculty member volunteers as a guide for Achilles International, an organization that pairs athletes with disabilities with support runners.
- Adam Ingersoll Partner — Provides expertise in college admissions for family education programs
- Bernstein Private Wealth Management Partner — Provides expertise in financial literacy for family education programs
- Dr. Rashidah Bowen White Partner — Provides expertise in psychology and mental health for family education programs
- Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York Network — Member of ISAAGNY, participating in coordinated admissions processes and professional development for independent schools in greater New York.
- International Coalition of Girls' Schools Network — Founding member of the International Coalition of Girls' Schools, a global network advocating for girls' education.
- Max Stossel Partner — Provides expertise in social media safety for family education programs
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Partner — Faculty member previously worked as an educator at MoMA, indicating a professional connection.
- Ron Lieber Partner — Provides expertise in college admissions and financial literacy for family education programs
- Spelman College Network — Hewitt faculty member serves in community roles for Spelman College, an alumna institution.
- The Edward E. Ford Foundation Funder — Provided a seed grant to establish the Center for Girls' Research and Leadership in 2022.
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 Real-World Learning for Leadership Developmentmethodology: experiential_learningBy engaging students in interdisciplinary, real-world challenges and immersive urban experiences, the school cultivates leadership, purpose, and collaboration because hands-on, contextual learning deepens engagement and builds practical agency.
- Girl-Centered Education to Counteract Gendered Socializationmethodology: girl_centered_educationBy providing single-sex, research-informed educational environments and emphasizing risk-taking and resilience, the school counters perfectionism and passive learning patterns often socialized in girls, thereby fostering authentic leadership and self-development.
- Inner Resume and Holistic Student Developmentmethodology: inner_resumeBy balancing external academic achievement with internal development—such as values, character, and self-awareness—the school produces more resilient and purpose-driven leaders because identity formation is foundational to sustainable leadership.
- Research-to-Practice Ecosystem Across School Communitymethodology: research_to_practice_integrationBy integrating current research into teaching practices, faculty development, and family education, the school creates a cohesive, evidence-informed ecosystem that enhances student well-being and leadership capacity because alignment across stakeholders strengthens developmental outcomes.