named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Service Program
Upper School students complete 100 hours of community service before graduation, contributing over 5,000 hours annually to local and global communities
Green Roof Elective
Student-led course that uses the 22,000-square-foot green roof as a living laboratory for studying biodiversity, weather patterns, and sustainable design
Independent Course Studies
Academically driven students work with faculty mentors to design and pursue individualized courses of study starting in sophomore year
International Travel Program
Spring break travel opportunities that broaden student perspectives through firsthand cultural, geographic, and social experiences abroad
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Administer community service requirement for upper school studentsRequires upper school students to complete 100 hours of community service before graduation, averaging 25 hours per year, with students collectively contributing over 5,000 hours annually to local and global service projects.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Conduct admissions outreach and campus visitsOffers personalized, guided campus tours year-round, student shadow days, seasonal open houses, and virtual information sessions featuring school leaders, faculty, and students to support prospective families in exploring the school.
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Independent and Charter K-12 Schools 1 activity
- Deliver college preparatory education for grades PreK–12Provides a rigorous academic program for students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, emphasizing critical thinking, experiential learning, and individualized instruction in small classes with an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The curriculum supports serious study, social responsibility, and faith development.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Offer student transportation servicesProvides busing services for students from Saratoga County, Clifton Park, and Southern Saratoga to access the school’s campus in Rensselaer, NY.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operate summer and experiential learning programsOffers 8-week summer programs for children in PreK through Grade 6 and provides international travel opportunities during spring break to broaden student understanding of global cultures, geography, and social norms.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Provide campus-based sustainability educationOperates a 22,000-square-foot green roof planted with over 70 species and 60,000 native New York plants, used for science and sustainability education. Upper School students participate in hands-on study of weather patterns, biodiversity, and sustainable landscape design through the green roof project.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial aid to studentsOffers financial aid to nearly half of the student body annually to support access to the school’s educational program.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Support alumni engagement and networkingFosters ongoing connections between alumni and the school through an updated alumni directory, annual Reunion Weekend with campus tours and class gatherings, and regional alumni events across the country.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.21M
Contributions & grants$351K16%
Program service revenue$1.44M65%
Investment income$151K7%
Other revenue$274K
expenses
Total expenses$3.44M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.67M
Grants paid out$361K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$8.86M
Cash$329K
Investments$192K
Liabilities$1.84M
Net assets$7.02M
Liquid reserves1.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +51.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MARCY CATHEY | HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $193K |
board members · 8
- DIANE STONE — Director
- JAMES COLE — PAST PRESIDENT
- JOHN ROBINSON — Director
- JOSEPH CARBONARA — Director
- KAREN WALLINGFORD — Director
- KRISTEN GEOGHEGAN — Treasurer
- MARKO CRNKOVIC — Director
- YANEEV BENNO — President
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Capital District Network — Serves as a top private school in the Capital District community.
- Clifton Park Partner — Provides busing services for students traveling from Clifton Park.
- Kenwood Academy Partner — Graduates from Kenwood Academy are included in the Doane Stuart Alumni Association, reflecting a historical and community partnership.
- Kenwood Academy Partner — Historic school merged with St. Agnes School in 1975 to form Doane Stuart School.
- New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation Funder — Provided a $1.4 million grant to fund the green roof project.
- Saratoga County Partner — Provides busing services for students traveling from Saratoga County.
- Southern Saratoga Partner — Provides busing services for students traveling from Southern Saratoga.
- St. Agnes School Partner — Graduates from St. Agnes School are included in the Doane Stuart Alumni Association, reflecting a historical and community partnership.
- St. Agnes School Partner — Historic school merged with Kenwood Academy in 1975 to form Doane Stuart School.
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 Inquiry-Based Learning Across Environmentsmethodology: experiential_learningBy extending learning beyond the classroom into natural, community, and self-directed contexts, the school deepens engagement and understanding because hands-on, real-world experiences and student-driven inquiry foster ownership of learning and long-term retention.
- Holistic and Whole-Person Development through Integrated Educationmethodology: holistic_educationBy combining rigorous college preparatory academics with character formation, faith development, and community connection, the school promotes holistic student growth because intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual development are interdependent and best nurtured together.
- Interfaith Education for Inclusivity and Global Citizenshipmethodology: interfaith_educationBy integrating the study of world religions and interfaith reflection into education, the school fosters inclusivity, empathy, and global citizenship because exposure to diverse beliefs promotes self-awareness and mutual respect among students of all backgrounds.
- Personalized Learning through Small Class Sizes and Mentorshipmethodology: personalized_learningBy leveraging small class sizes and strong teacher-student relationships, the school delivers personalized education because individualized attention allows instruction to be tailored to students’ learning styles, strengths, and goals, supporting both academic and personal growth.