named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AI Creative Writing Elective
Class for middle schoolers teaching creative writing with AI as a supportive tool, emphasizing student authorship and critical thinking in story development.
Classical Music Elective
School elective that explores classical music through narrative and emotional themes, including works like Wagner’s _The Valkyrie_, designed to connect with student interests.
Community Spotlight
Monthly feature highlighting parents, guardians, and students of The École, showcasing their diverse backgrounds, careers, and personal stories to strengthen school community ties.
Mythology Workshops
Afterschool program introducing students to Greek and Viking mythology, leveraging popular culture connections to engage children in classical stories.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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School and School-Community Events 2 activities
- Engage parent volunteers in school activitiesRecruits and organizes parent volunteers to support school events, community building, and committee work, strengthening connections among families and staff.
- Organize and sponsor school-wide events and traditionsPlans and executes recurring school events such as uniform swaps, book fairs, class gatherings, teacher appreciation activities, Field Day, and the annual yearbook, fostering community participation and school spirit.
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Autism and Neurodiversity Family Support Services 1 activity
- Compile and share family resourcesCompiles and distributes practical resources for families, including a list of summer camp options and a biofeedback app for speech therapy that has been downloaded over 20,000 times.
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Public School Support Fundraising 1 activity
- Conduct fundraising to support school programs and scholarshipsRaises funds through parent fees, silent auctions, uniform swaps, book fairs, and tax-deductible donations, generating $46,543 in general funds and $29,555 for scholarships during the 2024–2025 school year.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Enhance student educational experiences and school community engagementStrengthens the school community by enhancing student educational experiences, improving communication among parents, faculty, and administration, and supporting inclusion and engagement through family-focused initiatives.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Facilitate community engagement through digital platformsMaintains collaborative French music playlists on Spotify and operates a directory of parent-owned businesses to connect families and support local entrepreneurship.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Fund financial assistance for families through the TEPA Scholarship FundProvides financial support to qualifying families for after-school programming, school lunch, uniforms, school trips, and other activities through the TEPA Scholarship Fund, awarding $47,050 in scholarships during the 2024–2025 school year.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organize cultural and heritage celebrations for studentsHosts annual cultural events including Lunar New Year (with Dragon Dance and red envelopes), Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, Women’s History Month, Asian Heritage Month, and LGBTQ Pride Month, featuring educational materials, performances, and themed treats.
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Community-Engaged Public Art Projects 1 activity
- Support pandemic resilience through community art projectsExecuted the “Surviving COVID in School” Inside Out Project in collaboration with artist JR’s studio, featuring giant student portraits to honor resilience among students, staff, and families during the pandemic.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Allocate funds for school events and community activitiesSpends general funds to support class gatherings, diversity celebrations, catered treats, teacher appreciation, graduation gifts, and holiday gifts for staff, allocating $41,054 and $22,976 respectively during the 2024–2025 school year.
- Appoint class and leadership representatives for school governanceAppoints class representatives across Pre-Nursery through 8th Grade/4ème and leadership officers including President, Secretary, Treasurers, Vice Presidents by school level, and Communication Lead to support governance and operations for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- Provide French holiday traditions and treats to studentsDistributes nut-free apple galettes annually to all students in celebration of the French holiday Galette des Rois, sourced from Bread Story in New York City.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$99K
Contributions & grants$23K23%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$112K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$47K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$169K
Cash$182K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$169K
Liquid reserves19.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -51.3%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Annie Huang Partner — Collaborates with TEPA as The École’s Mandarin Teacher to support the Lunar New Year celebration.
- Bread Story Partner — Supplies nut-free apple galettes for TEPA’s annual Galette des Rois celebration.
- ECOLE School Network — Collaborates with the school community to support parent-owned businesses and enhance family engagement.
- Mabel's Labels Partner — Partner organization providing 20% commission from sales to support TEPA's scholarship campaign.
- NYU's Music Technology program Partner — Collaborated to develop a biofeedback app for speech therapists and families.
- Spotify Partner — Hosts collaborative French music playlists for the organization on its platform.
- Studio of JR Partner — Partnered with TEPA on the Inside Out Project “Surviving COVID in School” to create a public art installation honoring the school community.
- TEPA Fundraising and Scholarship Committee Partner — Committee of parent volunteers that manages fundraising and scholarship allocation.
- The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers Partner — Collaborates with TEPA to deliver cultural performances on Native American history for students.
- The École Network — TEPA is the official parents association of The École, working in partnership with the school to support its community and educational mission.
- The École Partner — Collaborates with The École to support families transitioning from its summer camp to other programs.
- TÉPA Network — ECOLE PARENTS ASSOCIATION operates as TÉPA, a registered nonprofit supporting The École community.
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.
- Community Representation and Cultural Inclusion to Foster Belongingmethodology: culturally_inclusive_communityBy recognizing diverse cultural traditions and affirming the contributions of students, families, and staff through inclusive events and public art, the organization builds a stronger, more cohesive school community because visible representation fosters belonging and mutual respect across identities.
- Parent-Led Community Engagement to Strengthen Educational Outcomesmethodology: parent-led_community_engagementBy empowering parents as active participants in school life through volunteer roles and committees, the organization strengthens communication and community cohesion, which in turn enhances student educational experiences and supports inclusive, equitable participation because engaged parents are more likely to contribute meaningfully to their children's learning environment.
- Socioeconomic Inclusion Through Scholarship Funding and Community Fundraisingmethodology: socioeconomic_inclusionBy using scholarship funding and community-driven fundraising to reduce financial barriers, the organization promotes socioeconomic diversity within the school community because equitable access to resources enables broader participation and strengthens social cohesion across income levels.