named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
After Care
After-school care program offering study, socialization, and play until 5:15 p.m. on weekdays
Checkpoint Exam Preparation
Program offering students the opportunity to sit for Regents and language proficiency exams in Algebra, Science, Hebrew, and Spanish by eighth grade
Mechina Track
Hebrew language support program for middle school students new to spoken Hebrew
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Engage students in community service learningOrganizes educational activities such as student visits to seniors at Daughters of Sarah, integrating community engagement into the school program.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Ensure tuition affordability through financial support programsProvides subsidized tuition through the Tuition Affordability Initiative and donor funding to increase access to education for families in the community.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Facilitate volunteer involvement in school programsRelies on community volunteers to support student events and activities, enhancing program delivery and community engagement.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Host family and community outreach eventsConducts open house events featuring educational activities such as story time and STEM experiments to engage prospective families and the broader community.
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School Governance & Strategic Oversight 1 activity
- Manage school operations and governanceOversees the administration, leadership, and governance of the Hebrew Academy, including the role of Head of School and operational management.
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Jewish Dual-Curriculum Education 1 activity
- Operate a dual-curriculum Jewish day school for K-8 studentsProvides a comprehensive education integrating General and Judaic studies, taught in small classes by qualified teachers, to students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Albany, NY. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, individualized learning, and dual language instruction in English and Hebrew.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Prepare students for academic and personal successDevelops students’ intellectual curiosity, collaboration, self-reliance, perseverance, and teamwork skills through a structured K-8 program. Middle school students are prepared to take Regents exams in Algebra, Science, Hebrew, and Spanish by the end of eighth grade.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provide after-school care programOperates an after-school program offering a safe environment for students to study, socialize, and play from dismissal until 5:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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ESL and Multilingual Language Support Programs 1 activity
- Support student integration through targeted language instructionOffers a Mechina track for new middle school students without prior Hebrew language experience, providing them with focused support to succeed in the school’s dual-language program.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
- Teach foundational Jewish knowledge and valuesInstructs students in Torah, Jewish history, traditions, and holidays, while promoting ethical values such as justice, kindness, and Tikkun Olam to foster responsible global citizenship. The program is integrated into the school’s curriculum and community life.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.03M
Contributions & grants$499K49%
Program service revenue$425K41%
Investment income$115K11%
Other revenue$-12K
expenses
Total expenses$1.19M
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$696K
Grants paid out$145K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.70M
Cash$123K
Investments$2.43M
Liabilities$210K
Net assets$2.49M
Liquid reserves25.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -37.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| DAVID BAUMAN | HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $63K |
board members · 14
- AMARIT ROSIN — PAST PRESIDENT
- ANTOINETTE DEITCHER — TRUSTEE
- DINA GOTTESMAN — TRUSTEE
- GARY GINSBURG — VP OF FINANCE (UNTIL 3/2025)
- HELENA MILLS — TRUSTEE
- JENNIFER WIND — VP OF DEVELOPMENT
- JOHNATHAN HUZ — TRUSTEE
- JOSHUA SCHULMAN-MARCUS — SECRETARY (UNTIL 11/2024)
- MARK KOBLENZ — TRUSTEE
- MICHELE FISHER GOMEZ — SECRETARY (FROM 11/2024)
- NAOMI MOZER — TRUSTEE
- RABBI AMI MONSON — TRUSTEE
- STACY COHEN — PRESIDENT
- TANYA SCHWARTZ — TRUSTEE
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Daughters of Sarah Partner — Site for student visits as part of intergenerational programming.
- Home public school district Government — Collaborates with home public school districts to provide transportation for students, where applicable.
- Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York Funder — Provides financial support through the Tuition Affordability Initiative
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.
- Inclusive Community and Admissions Modelmethodology: inclusive community school modelBy fostering an inclusive school environment and welcoming families of all Jewish backgrounds, the school strengthens communal unity and individual growth because belonging enhances engagement and identity formation.
- Integrated Dual-Curriculum Educationmethodology: integrated dual-curriculum educationBy combining rigorous general studies with Judaic studies in a single curriculum, the school produces academically strong and values-driven learners because the integration reinforces both intellectual and ethical development across domains.
- Jewish Values Integration for Character Developmentmethodology: jewish_values_integrationBy embedding Jewish values such as justice, kindness, and Tikkun Olam into both secular and religious instruction, the school shapes moral character because these values become a consistent lens for learning and behavior across contexts.