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SYRACUSE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL

SYRACUSE, NY · EIN 156012139 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B24Z · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · shds.org

revenue

$1.1M

expenses

$1.1M

net assets

$1.4M

employees

volunteers

program ratio

67%

mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF THE SYRACUSE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL IS TO TEACH, INSPIRE, AND NURTURE FUTURE LEADERS OF OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY THROUGH AN UNPARALLELED ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE GUIDED BY JEWISH STUDIES AND VALUES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Syracuse Hebrew Day School is a private K-8 school in Syracuse, New York, providing a dual curriculum of general studies and Jewish education. The school serves the Jewish community by combining academic rigor with instruction in Hebrew, Judaic studies, and Jewish values. Its mission emphasizes nurturing future leaders through a foundation in Jewish tradition and a commitment to social responsibility.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Character Education

Program integrating values such as growth mindset, teamwork, and Tikun Olam (repairing the world) into daily learning

Clubs and Extracurriculars

Student-led clubs including drama, Israeli dancing, chess, student council, and chorus that promote leadership and creativity

General Studies

Academic program covering English, mathematics, science, and social studies that meets and exceeds New York State standards

Hebrew and Judaic Studies

Curriculum that immerses students in Jewish tradition, language, and culture to foster a strong Jewish identity

Israel Engagement

Program fostering connection to Israel through cultural education, daily singing of the Israeli national anthem, and virtual exchanges

activities · 10 groups

What they do

Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Deliver comprehensive general studies curriculum
  
  Provides daily instruction in English, mathematics, science, and social studies as part of a broad academic program for students.
Jewish Lifecycle-Integrated Service Projects 1 activity
- Host student-led fundraising activities for charitable causes
  
  Organizes bracelet-making and similar student-led initiatives that raise funds for organizations such as Magen David Adom.
Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Integrate service learning into student education
  
  Teaches students civic and social responsibility through hands-on community service projects and acts of service as part of the school's educational mission.
Student Club and Organization Support 1 activity
- Offer extracurricular student clubs
  
  Provides student clubs that complement academic learning and support skill development and social engagement.
Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Organize educational field trips and site visits
  
  Plans and conducts student trips to educational institutions such as the Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), Rosamond Gifford Zoo, and the New York State Assembly in Albany to enhance learning.
Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Produce annual student theatrical performances
  
  Hosts and produces a full-scale annual drama or theatrical performance involving students as performers and crew, which consistently sells out.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial assistance for tuition
  
  Offers need-based financial aid to families to support access to education at the school.
Individualized Academic Support 1 activity
- Provide individualized academic instruction
  
  Offers tailored instruction based on students' strengths, interests, and learning styles to support academic development.
Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Strengthen Jewish and Israeli identity through daily and annual observances
  
  Conducts daily singing of the Israeli national anthem and hosts annual commemorations of Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut, including parades, flag-waving, and singing, to foster connection to Israel and Jewish identity.
Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Support alumni engagement and volunteerism
  
  Engages alumni who regularly return to participate in school events and volunteer, fostering ongoing community involvement.

financials · form 990 · fy2024

revenue

Total revenue$1.12M

Contributions & grants$521K46%

Program service revenue$477K43%

Investment income$59K5%

Other revenue$64K

expenses

Total expenses$1.14M

Program expenses67%

Admin / overhead33%

Fundraising0%

Salaries & benefits$757K

Grants paid out$0

Largest expense lineCompensation

balance sheet

Total assets$1.42M

Cash$25K

Investments$303K

Liabilities$1K

Net assets$1.42M

Liquid reserves3.5 mo

6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -5.1%

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 11

ALICIA SPEVAK — DIRECTOR
ARIELLA GOLDBERG — DIRECTOR
BRIAN RAPHAEL — DIRECTOR
DAVIA MOSS — DIRECTOR
JAY SINCLAIR — DIRECTOR
JON YARD — TREASURER
LINDA FRIEDMAN — DIRECTOR
NATALIE HOWELL — SECRETARY
REBECCA RESIG — IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
ROSS GREENKY — PRESIDENT
SHIRA BOSCHAN — VICE PRESIDENT

relationships · 13

Who they work with

Jewish Federation of Central New York Partner — Partner organization providing financial resources, community programming, and professional development to support SHDS.
Magen David Adom Partner — Partner organization for which the school raises funds through student-made bracelets.
Menorah Park Partner — Partner organization for student-led community service projects.
New York State Assembly Partner — Site for student educational trips.
Prizmah Network — Connects Syracuse Hebrew Day School with a network of Jewish day schools for professional development and educational collaboration.
Prizmah Network — Network member organization providing financial resources, community programming, and professional development to support SHDS.
Rescue Mission Partner — Partner organization for student-led community service projects.
Rosamond Gifford Zoo Partner — Site for student educational trips.
SHDS faculty Partner — Faculty members lead extracurricular clubs.
The Jewish Federation of Central New York Partner — Provides financial resources, community programming, and advocacy support for Jewish education.
The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) Partner — Site for student educational trips.
local experts Partner — Local experts lead extracurricular clubs.
parent volunteers Partner — Parents volunteer to lead extracurricular clubs.

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.

Equitable Access Through Financial Aid

methodology: equitable_access_through_financial_aid
By providing financial assistance, the school promotes equitable access to its educational program, because reducing economic barriers ensures a diverse and inclusive student body grounded in shared values.
Experiential and Inquiry-Based Learning

methodology: inquiry-based_learning
By using inquiry-based methods and hands-on learning, the school cultivates critical thinking and lifelong curiosity, because active engagement in science and mathematics deepens understanding and intrinsic motivation.
Identity and Heritage Through Immersive Education

methodology: faith-based education
By immersing students in Jewish tradition, language, culture, and connections to Israel, the school strengthens Jewish identity, because sustained, multifaceted exposure fosters deep emotional and cultural belonging.
Network-Driven School Improvement

methodology: networked_improvement
By participating in a network of Jewish day schools through Prizmah, the school enhances teaching and curriculum, because shared resources and professional development accelerate innovation and quality improvement.
Values-Integrated Education

methodology: values_integrated_education
By combining academic rigor with Jewish values, the school fosters both intellectual and ethical development, because character and scholarship are seen as co-equal and mutually reinforcing goals in shaping well-rounded individuals.