named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Dual Judaic and Secular Studies Curriculum
Combines rigorous academic learning with Jewish studies including Torah, Hebrew language, Israel education, and Jewish traditions
PTA-Led Programs
Parent-Teacher Association organizes events such as the Purim carnival, holiday festivities, and lunch program to support school life
Robotics Team
Middle school team that participates in the CIJE Robotics Competition, winning first and second place awards
STEAM Program
Integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math into the curriculum, encouraging creativity and innovation through hands-on projects such as robotics and rubber band cars
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Implements STEAM education and student-led projectsIntegrates STEAM education through student-led projects such as designing rubber band-powered cars and robotics, including participation in the CIJE Robotics competition where students have won first and second place.
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Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Maintains school facilities and small class sizesOperates a four-story school building accommodating students from Pre-K through Eighth Grade and maintains small class sizes to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning conditions.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Manages admissions and enrollment processOperates an admissions office that facilitates campus visits, student interviews, and collection of academic records for applicants in first grade and above, supporting enrollment from Pre-K through Eighth Grade.
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Sliding-Scale Tuition Programs 1 activity
- Offers tuition affordability and payment optionsProvides low tuition rates compared to other area day schools and supports families with a 10-month payment plan from June to March, requiring use of FACTS for automated monthly payments.
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Jewish Dual-Curriculum Education 1 activity
- Operates a Jewish day school with dual curriculumProvides a dual curriculum of Judaic and secular studies for students from pre-school through eighth grade, fostering academic rigor and a fully immersive learning environment grounded in Jewish values and contemporary issues.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Organizes experiential and enrichment eventsHosts enrichment events such as a petting zoo on campus and organizes a trip to Israel for eighth-grade graduating students as a culminating educational experience.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Provides student and family support servicesOffers ongoing academic and personal support to students and families through roles such as Director of Student Learning and Related Services and school dean, ensuring a caring and safe educational environment.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Provides transportation access for studentsCoordinates with the New York City Office of Pupil Transportation to provide free bus service for students and issues free or half-fare MetroCards to 7th and 8th grade students for use on NYC public buses.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$10.33M
Contributions & grants$1.89M18%
Program service revenue$6.85M66%
Investment income$323K3%
Other revenue$1.26M
expenses
Total expenses$9.63M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$6.13M
Grants paid out$1.73M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$12.97M
Cash$1.04M
Investments$10.04M
Liabilities$2.17M
Net assets$10.80M
Liquid reserves13.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| RAFI KALMAN | PRINCIPAL | 40 | $321K |
| DAVID KALMAN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $191K |
| DAVID MUSHIEV | MIDDLE SCHOOL, SCIENCE | 40 | $140K |
| RACHEL DAVIDASHVILY | JUDAIC STUDIES COORDINATOR | 40 | $130K |
| ABRAM BABAKHANOV | JUDAIC STUDIES TEACHER | 40 | $130K |
| JENNIFER HALE | GENERAL STUDIES COORDINATOR | 40 | $126K |
| ARIELA SILBERMAN | TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT COO | 40 | $115K |
board members · 18
- ABRAHAM LEINWAND — VP OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
- ANNE LUPKIN — TRUSTEE
- ARTHUR AKILOV — TRUSTEE
- CADIT ELIAS — TRUSTEE
- ERIC SCHWARTZ — TRUSTEE
- EZRA ELYAHOU — TRUSTEE
- ILANA IZSAK KRAMER — TRUSTEE
- IRINA INOYATOVA — SECRETARY
- IRINA SHAMUELOVA — TRUSTEE
- ISAAC ABRAHAM — TRUSTEE
- JERRY KLIBANOFF — TRUSTEE
- JULIA BOBROW — TRUSTEE
- KAREN CHAZAN — TRUSTEE
- LEEMOR ABRAHAM — VP OF PLANNING & FISCAL AFFAIRS
- LIOR MOUSSAIEFF — TRUSTEE
- MARCY JACOBOWITZ — TRUSTEE
- MATT MALUKANDOV — TRUSTEE
- MONTAIGNE SHULKES — TRUSTEE
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- CIJE Partner — Participates in and wins awards in CIJE competitions through its middle school robotics program.
- CIJE Partner — Partner organization hosting the robotics competition in which the school's team participated and won awards.
- FACTS Partner — Partner organization used for tuition payment processing.
- New York City Partner — Utilizes New York City as an extended classroom for student learning experiences.
- New York City Office of Pupil Transportation Partner — Partner agency providing free bus service for eligible students.
- Parent Teachers Association Partner — Collaborates with the school to run programs such as lunch service and holiday events.
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.
- Family and Community Partnership Modelmethodology: family-and-community-partnershipBy partnering with families and the broader community, the school strengthens student development and long-term success, because sustained engagement across home, school, and community deepens both academic and Jewish identity formation.
- Integrated Dual Curriculum with STEAM and Judaic Studiesmethodology: dual_curriculum_steam_integrationBy integrating secular and Judaic studies within a STEAM framework, the school fosters holistic development and critical thinking, because interdisciplinary learning strengthens both academic rigor and Jewish identity.
- Need-Based Financial Accessibility Modelmethodology: need-based_financial_assistanceBy providing financial assistance based solely on demonstrated need, the school increases equitable access to education, because removing financial barriers enables a diverse student body to participate fully in the school’s dual-curriculum mission.