irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $880KSEIT PROGRAM:SEIT TEACHERS PROVIDED SUPPORT TO CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND/OR DIFFERENT LEARNING STYLES IN VARIOUS PRESCHOOLS THROUGHOUT WESTCHESTER COUNTY. THIS ENABLED THESE CHILDREN TO ATTEND AND OR REMAIN ENROLLED IN THEIR GENERAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL CLASSROOMS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES. THERE WERE ALSO A NUMBER OF CHILDREN WHO RECEIVED SUPPORT IN THEIR HOMES ALLOWING THEIR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS TO OBSERVE AND TAKE PART IN THE THERAPEUTIC SERVICES.
- #2 $2.23MLITTLE CLASS:LITTLE CLASS IS A SELF-CONTAINED CLASSROOM (9100) FOR FULL DAY; (9115) FOR HALF-DAY.LITTLE CLASS PROGRAMS PROVIDES SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO CHILDREN FROM AGES 3-5 YEARS OF AGE WHO ARE NOT ABLE TO LEARN IN A GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT. A VARIETY OF DIFFERENT SUPPORT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED WITHIN THE CLASSROOM SETTING, SUCH AS: SPEECH THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND COUNSELING SERVICES.SCIS:SCIS 9165 PROGRAM:THE SCIS CLASSES PROVIDE SPECIAL EDUCATION CHILDREN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND CLASS IN A MAINSTREAM CLASSROOM, EITHER IN THE TARRYTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM OR AT THE ALCOTT SCHOOL AND RECEIVE SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES IN THAT CLASSROOM. THE CLASSES ARE CO-TAUGHT AND SPEECH THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND COUNSELING SUPPORT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED.
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Early Intervention Toddler Developmental Group
Structured program for toddlers birth to age 3 with special needs, focusing on language, communication, social interaction, and play, with related services as directed by IFSP.
Evaluation Services
Approved evaluation services for children birth to age 4 with suspected developmental delays, conducted in partnership with Westchester County Department of Health.
Little Class
Self-contained special education classrooms for children ages 3-5 with special needs who require a structured, language-based environment; offered as full-day (9100) or half-day (9115) programs.
Montessori Preschool Program
Program for children ages 3-5 following Montessori philosophy, with half-day and full-day options emphasizing independence, responsibility, and self-discipline.
Montessori Toddler Program
Program for children who turn 2 by December 1st, offering half-day and full-day options focused on independence, sensory experiences, and self-confidence in a Montessori environment.
Related Services
Speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling services provided as mandated by IEP or IFSP, delivered through "push-in" or "pull-out" models.
Special Class in an Integrated Setting (SCIS)
Integrated Montessori classrooms where children with special needs learn alongside typically developing peers, co-taught by a special education teacher and Montessori teacher with related services as mandated by IEP.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)
Itinerant special education services provided to children with IEPs in mainstream preschool or daycare settings, supporting development in pre-academic, motor, language, and socialization skills.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Special Education Preschool Programs 2 activities
- Early Intervention services for toddlers with special needsDelivers Early Intervention services for children from birth to age 3, including self-contained toddler classrooms and developmental group programs focused on language, communication, social interaction, and play skills. Classes meet five days per week for 2.5 hours per day and are staffed by a licensed special education teacher and two assistants, with related therapies and family training provided as outlined in Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
- Self-contained special education classroomsOperates self-contained full-day and half-day special education classrooms for children ages 3–5 with significant developmental needs who cannot learn in general education settings, including language-based programs with structured, teacher-directed instruction and integrated therapeutic supports such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling.
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Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
- Developmental evaluation and assessment servicesOperates as an approved evaluation site for early intervention and preschool special education, providing developmental evaluations for children from birth to age 4, including supplemental assessments for those experiencing new developmental challenges.
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Montessori Education Programs 1 activity
- Montessori-based early childhood education programsOperates Montessori-based programs for children from birth to age six, including toddler (ages 2–3), preschool (ages 3–5), and integrated preschool classes that combine typically developing children with peers who have special needs. Programs include half-day (9:00 am–12:00 pm) and full-day (9:00 am–3:00 pm) options, with extended care available from 8:00–9:00 am and 3:00–4:00 pm.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Special Education Itinerant Teaching (SEIT) servicesProvides Special Education Itinerant Teaching (SEIT) services to children with special needs in mainstream preschools, daycare settings, or in-home environments across Westchester County, supporting their participation in general education classrooms as specified in individualized education plans.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Summer program for studentsOffers a summer program for enrolled students, continuing educational and therapeutic support during the summer months.
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Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
- Therapeutic support services in educational settingsProvides speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling services to enrolled children within classroom and school environments, using both "push-in" models (during daily routines) and "pull-out" models (in dedicated spaces) as required by IEPs or IFSPs. Services are delivered in classrooms, gyms, playgrounds, sensory gyms, and dedicated therapy rooms.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.51M
Contributions & grants$307K6%
Program service revenue$5.20M94%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$5.52M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$4.68M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$849K
Cash$160K
Investments$13K
Liabilities$876K
Net assets$-27K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARILYN DONNELLAN | SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR | 35 | $132K |
| BARBARA O'DELL | CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER | 35 | $124K |
board members · 6
- ARLENE DONEGAN — BOARD MEMBER
- DEBORAH MUMFORD — INTERIM PRESIDENT
- DEBRA DALAL — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNIFER LEFEVRE — BOARD MEMBER
- SIMRUN GIALLEONARDO — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN MIRON SCHWARTZ — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- New York State Department of Health Government — Funds and regulates special education programs at Alcott School
- New York State Department of Health Government — Government agency that funds and regulates the school's special education programs.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Government agency that funds and regulates the special education programs.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Primary funder and regulator of Alcott School programs
- New York State Education Department Government — Co-regulator and funder of special education services
- New York State Education Department Government — Funds and regulates special education programs at Alcott School
- New York State Education Department Government — Government agency that funds and regulates the school's special education programs.
- New York State Education Department Government — Government agency that funds and regulates the special education programs.
- Summer 2026 Brochure Partner — Document providing information about the summer program.
- Tarrytown Public School System Partner — Collaborates to provide co-taught special education classes within mainstream classrooms.
- Westchester County Department of Health Government — Funds and regulates special education programs in Westchester County at Alcott School
- Westchester County Department of Health Government — Government agency that funds and regulates the school's special education programs in Westchester County.
- Westchester County Department of Health Government — Local government agency that funds and regulates the school's special education programs in Westchester County.
- Westchester County Department of Health Government — Local government agency that funds and regulates the special education programs in Westchester County.
- Westchester County Department of Health Government — Local regulator and funder for programs in Westchester County
- Westchester County Department of Health Partner — Collaborates to provide no-cost developmental evaluations for children birth through age 2.
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.
- Child-Centered, Functionally Integrated Therapy Modelmethodology: functional_integration_modelBy delivering individualized, interdisciplinary therapy services (speech, physical, occupational) within natural classroom and play environments and aligning them with IEP/IFSP goals, the school supports functional skill development and independence because context-embedded interventions enhance generalization and real-world application of therapeutic gains.
- Integrated Co-Teaching with Embedded Therapeutic Supportmethodology: integrated_co_teachingBy combining special education and Montessori teaching in co-taught classrooms, and embedding therapeutic services directly into educational settings, the school promotes inclusive learning and developmental progress for children with special needs because integrated models reduce stigma, increase access to support, and align interventions with daily learning rhythms.
- Montessori-Based Holistic Development Approachmethodology: holistic-learningBy using a child-directed Montessori philosophy that emphasizes purposeful activity, sensory exploration, and respect for individual differences, the school fosters independence, self-confidence, and cognitive growth because autonomy-supportive environments promote intrinsic motivation and deeper engagement in learning.