irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.42MSCHOOL AGE - A PRIMARY SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OLD ENOUGH TO ENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THE CURRICULUM PROVIDES SERVICES SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO MEET A CHILD'S NEEDS, INCLUDING SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY, PHYSICAL THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, PLAY THERAPY AND MOVEMENT THERAPY TO DEVELOP SELF-AWARENESS AND SOCIAL INTERACTION. OTHER SERVICES INCLUDE ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND COMPUTER EDUCATION. THE SCHOOL SUPPLEMENTS THESE FORMAL PROGRAMS WITH A FULL RANGE OF COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES THAT EXTEND TO A CHILD'S FAMILY. THESE SERVICES INCORPORATE SOCIAL WORK AND CRISIS INTERVENTION IN CONJUNCTION WITH SUPPORT GROUPS FOR MOTHERS, FATHERS AND SIBLINGS. EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES ALONG WITH INFORMAL, REFERRAL AND ADVOCACY SERVICES ARE ALSO PROVIDED. THE SCHOOL HAS ACTUAL ENROLLMENT OF: SUMMER - 52 AND FALL - 56.
- #2 $2.14MEARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM (EIP) - HLVS PROVIDES A YEAR ROUND PROGRAM FOR INFANTS AND YOUNG CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO 3 WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE THE FINEST EDUCATIONAL AND THERAPEUTIC SERVICES SO THAT EVERY CHILD CAN REACH HIS OR HER HIGHEST POTENTIAL. WE BELIEVE ALL CHILDREN CAN LEARN AND DEVELOP WITHIN A SUPPORTIVE, COMPETENT AND CARING ENVIRONMENT. HLVS WORKS HAND-IN-HAND WITH THE FAMILY OF EACH CHILD TO SUPPORT THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF THEIR CHILD. THE PROGRAM HAD ACTUAL STUDENTS OF 412.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program
Evidence-based ABA services for children with autism spectrum disorders using discrete trial, natural environment teaching, and sensory integration in structured classroom settings.
Early Intervention Program (EIP)
Year-round services for infants and children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays, including special instruction, speech/language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, ABA, feeding therapy, and family training. Services are provided in homes, childcare settings, or at HLVS.
Preschool Program (3-5 Years)
Center-based and itinerant educational and therapeutic services for preschoolers with developmental disabilities, including individualized IEP implementation, speech, physical, and occupational therapy, counseling, and parent training.
Preschool Related Services Program
Itinerant therapeutic services including speech, physical, and occupational therapy, counseling, and parent training for children aged 2.5 to 5, delivered at school, home, or community settings.
Preschool Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) Program
Itinerant special education services for children ages 3–5 in typical preschool or home settings to support IEP goals, including cognitive, social, and motor development.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 2 activities
- Free delivery of educational and therapeutic servicesAll educational and therapeutic programs — including early intervention, preschool, and elementary services — are offered free of charge to families.
- Preschool program for children with developmental disabilitiesProvides a comprehensive preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 with developmental delays and disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, cognitive impairments, and speech/language or motor challenges. The program includes Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) services, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, and parent training, delivered at HLVS or in community/home settings, with individualized education programs (IEPs) aligned with New York State standards.
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Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
- Early Intervention Program for infants and toddlersOperates a state-approved Early Intervention Program for children from birth to 3 years old with developmental delays, providing evaluations and services including special instruction, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), feeding/oral-motor therapy, PROMPT therapy, counseling, family training, and service coordination. Services are delivered at HLVS, in community settings, or in-home, aligned with Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and under contract with the Nassau County Department of Health.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Elementary school program for children with developmental disabilitiesOffers an elementary school program for children ages 5 to 12 with developmental disabilities, providing structured educational and therapeutic services. The program served 56 students in the fall and 52 during summer, according to IRS-990 reporting, and operates in Seaford, New York.
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PTA/PTO Communication & Engagement Coordination 1 activity
- Family support and parent engagement programmingHosts monthly Parent Association meetings from September through June with rotating daytime and evening schedules to accommodate families, elects a Parent Association Board every two years, and offers membership dues ($20 annual or $100 lifetime). Provides family training and counseling to support caregivers in child development, behavior management, resource access, and transition planning.
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Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
- Staff professional development and compliance trainingProvides ongoing professional development and annual staff training on compliance-related topics relevant to staff members' professional disciplines, ensuring effective instruction and therapeutic interventions. Also distributes the Employee Handbook, Health and Safety Manual, and Code of Conduct annually.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$24.96M
Contributions & grants$1.19M5%
Program service revenue$23.56M94%
Investment income$304K1%
Other revenue$-87K
expenses
Total expenses$24.59M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$21.22M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$18.04M
Cash$3.54M
Investments$4.39M
Liabilities$9.91M
Net assets$8.14M
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +8.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JON FEINGOLD | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $358K |
| PATRICIA D PIZZA | PRINCIPAL | 38 | $220K |
| LISA CASTRO | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 36 | $205K |
| THOMAS PIZZA | DIRECTOR OF HR & IT | 40 | $158K |
| KAREN MCLOUGHLIN | COORDINATOR OF PT & OT | 38 | $155K |
| WENDY SCIUBBA | ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL | 40 | $142K |
| COLLEEN REHM | DIR OF OUTREACH SRVCS PRESCHOOL/CSE | 38 | $139K |
board members · 12
- ADAM HABER — TRUSTEE
- ALICIA GRACZYK ESQ — TRUSTEE
- ARMAND D'AMATO — TRUSTEE
- DOUGLAS W BAUSCH MBA — TRUSTEE
- DR DAVID BERSTEIN — TRUSTEE
- ELLEN SHIELDS PHD — TRUSTEE
- GREGORY W CARMAN JR ESQ — CHAIRPERSON - TRUSTEE
- IRA ROTHBLUT CPA — TRUSTEE
- LEONARD ACHAN — TRUSTEE TO 7/13/23
- PAUL ADIMANDO — TRUSTEE
- ROBERT TAGLICH — TRUSTEE
- TRICIA MCCARTHY — TRUSTEE
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Common Sense Media Partner — Provides parent resources on digital privacy and safety.
- Google Partner — Uses Google Calendar to publish and share the school's event schedule.
- Jack Joel Center for Special Children Network — HLVS operates as the Jack Joel Center for Special Children, indicating a formal association or dual naming within the same organizational structure.
- Jack Joel Center for Special Children Network — Part of the organization's full name, indicating an affiliated or integrated center.
- Jack and Dorothy Gabbay Center Partner — Co-named partner in the organization's full title, indicating a foundational partnership or naming affiliation.
- Nassau County Department of Health Government — Contracts with HLVS to provide early intervention services and conducts referrals and evaluations; HLVS operates as an approved evaluation site under their oversight.
- Nassau/Suffolk Department of Health Government — Funds and regulates the SEIT and Related Service Programs
- New York State Education Department Government — Funds and regulates the SEIT and Related Service Programs
- New York State Education Department Government — Source of data privacy policies, fact sheets, and online safety resources referenced by the school.
- Staci Sherman, LMSW Partner — Dignity Act Coordinator and Compliance Officer responsible for receiving and investigating complaints.
- outside service providers Partner — Collaborates with external providers to fulfill the organization's mission.
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-Centered Care Approach 76 orgsmethodology: family-centered_careBy engaging families as active partners in their child’s education and development, we produce stronger emotional well-being and sustained progress because caregivers’ involvement reinforces learning and therapeutic strategies across settings.shared approach: Family-Centered Development →
- Individualized, Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention 31 orgsmethodology: evidence-based-behavioral-interventionBy tailoring ABA-based instruction to each child’s developmental level using discrete trial and natural environment teaching, we produce skill generalization and functional progress because interventions are systematically adapted to individual sensory, cognitive, and behavioral profiles.shared approach: Individualized Developmental Support →
- Integrated Education and Therapy Model 14 orgsmethodology: integrated-education-therapyBy combining educational and therapeutic services within a school setting, we produce better developmental outcomes for children with disabilities because coordinated support addresses both academic and clinical needs simultaneously.shared approach: Integrated Support Model →