named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Tutoring
Subject-specific tutoring for students from Pre-K through college level in small groups or individually.
After-School Program
Structured after-school care including homework support, supervised activities, and social interaction for K-12 students.
Art and Creative Workshops
Hands-on art classes including canvas painting, glass cup design, and marble bear art for students and parent-child pairs.
Music Program
Comprehensive music education with vocal rooms and performance opportunities.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Host annual student recognition and showcase eventsOrganizes annual events including a music concert and art exhibit, an awards night for academic and leadership achievements, and an end-of-year graduation ceremony to celebrate student accomplishments across K-12 grades.
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Individualized Academic Support 1 activity
- Maintain small class sizes to support student developmentEnsures limited class sizes with 10 students per class in elementary school, 15 in middle school, and 20 in high school to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for academic, social, and emotional growth.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Offer extracurricular programs in arts, sports, and community serviceProvides structured extracurricular activities in sports, arts, clubs, and community service to support holistic student development. Includes hands-on workshops in painting, soap-making, glass cup customization, and marble-pour art for students and families.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Operate K-12 school programProvides comprehensive education for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, including academic instruction, assessment, and support services. The school operates 23 classrooms at its Brooklyn, NY facility and administers New York State Regents Exams to evaluate student learning.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provide academic support and tutoringOffers academic tutoring services for students from Pre-K to college level in small group or individual settings, using assessments to personalize instruction and support student progress.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Support teacher collaboration and instructional innovationFacilitates collaboration among teachers and grants them autonomy to develop innovative instructional methods within centrally defined academic standards to enhance student success.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.12M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.12M100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.08M
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$359K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$40K
Cash$40K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$37K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +227.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGINA VARISOV | DIRECTOR | 40 | $69K |
| ALEXANDRA SHYNDER | TEACHER | 40 | $46K |
| SHUKHRAT YAKHYAEV | TEACHER | 40 | $40K |
| GORDON ROECKER | TEACHER | 40 | $25K |
board members · 2
- ILYAS VARISOV — TRUSTEE
- VICTORIA MASLOV — TRUSTEE
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Mayoral Office of Eric Adams Government — Recognized by the Mayoral Office of Eric Adams through student awards.
- RTVI US Partner — Featured in an interview with Director Nicky Yakhyaeva discussing the school's educational approach.
- SkyWise Partner — Hosted the graduation and end-of-year ceremony at its venue.
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.
- Personalized, Student-Centered Learning with Differentiated Instruction 108 orgsmethodology: personalized_learningBy tailoring instruction to individual student needs, interests, and learning styles through differentiated and personalized approaches, the school enhances engagement, nurtures talents, and supports holistic development because students learn more effectively when education is aligned to their unique profiles.shared approach: Personalized Learning →
- Teacher Collaboration with Autonomy and Incentivized Excellence 108 orgsmethodology: autonomy-with-accountabilityBy combining teacher autonomy in instructional design with collaboration, performance recognition, and financial incentives, the school improves outcomes because empowered, supported, and recognized educators are more innovative and effective.shared approach: Personalized Learning →
- Arts-Integrated Creative Development 85 orgsmethodology: arts-integrationBy embedding art and creative expression into learning, the school develops problem-solving, self-expression, and fine motor skills, especially in students who struggle with traditional methods, because artistic engagement provides alternative pathways to cognitive and emotional growth.shared approach: Arts-Integrated Experiential Learning →
- Integrated Experiential Learning Model 85 orgsmethodology: experiential_learningBy combining teacher guidance, hands-on activities, curiosity-driven exploration, safe practice, and technology, the school fosters deeper learning because active, multisensory engagement strengthens understanding and skill retention.shared approach: Arts-Integrated Experiential Learning →
- Physical Activity for Character Developmentmethodology: physical-activity-for-character-developmentBy using gymnastics and physical training, the school builds not only physical strength but also focus, courage, and persistence, because structured physical challenges cultivate mental resilience and self-discipline.