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OAK HILL SCHOOL
SCOTIA, NY · EIN 141539227 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · oakhill.org
revenue
$2.4M
expenses
$2.5M
net assets
$644K
employees
53
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION IS A STATE-APPROVED DAY TREATMENT PROVIDER OF SPECIAL EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH BEHAVIOR DISORDERS STEMMING FROM NEUROLOGICAL OR EMOTIONAL FACTORS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Oak Hill School is a state-approved private therapeutic day school in Scotia, NY, serving students in grades K–8 with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges. The school provides individualized special education aligned with New York State and Common Core standards, integrating therapeutic supports and outdoor learning within a small, structured environment. It emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and family collaboration.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Individualized Special Education Program
Academic instruction aligned with NYS and Common Core standards, tailored to students' IEPs in small classroom settings with teacher and teaching assistant support.
Mandated Related Services
On-site occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and counseling services provided based on student IEPs.
Outdoor and Experiential Learning
Use of 9 wooded acres with trails, pond, and fields to integrate nature-based activities into therapeutic and academic programming.
Summer Program
Six-week summer program for enrolled students focusing on academic reinforcement and social-emotional learning.
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCIS)
All staff are certified in TCIS to support behavioral de-escalation and promote a safe, trauma-informed environment.
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
    • Deliver individualized academic instruction aligned with New York State and Common Core standards
      The school delivers grade-specific academic instruction (Grades 1–8) aligned with New York State and Common Core standards across subjects including Science, Social Studies, and core academics. Instruction is tailored to student needs and includes play-based, hands-on, and experiential learning methods, particularly in upper elementary grades.
  • Special Education Support Services 1 activity
    • Deliver specialized related services based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
      OAK HILL SCHOOL provides mandated related services including individualized occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, counseling, and behavioral support as specified in students’ IEPs. These services are delivered by dedicated specialists, including social workers and a behavior specialist.
  • Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs 1 activity
    • Implement structured behavioral support systems using points and levels
      The school operates a school-wide behavioral system that uses daily point earnings and level advancement to reinforce safety, respect, responsibility, and progress toward individual goals. This system is consistently applied across classrooms and integrated into the daily routine.
  • Campus Facility Operations and Management 1 activity
    • Maintain a supportive physical environment with specialized facilities
      The school operates on a 9-acre campus featuring six small classrooms equipped with SmartBoards, computers, iPads, and quiet de-escalation rooms. Additional spaces include an art room, tech room, library, gymnasium, speech and therapy rooms, a multi-sensory WINN Room, and outdoor recreational areas such as playing fields, a playground, hiking trails, and a pond with a dock.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Offer a summer program for enrolled students
      The school offers a six-week summer program exclusively for currently enrolled students, continuing academic and therapeutic support during the summer months.
  • Individualized Academic Support 1 activity
    • Operate a small-class, high-support educational model
      OAK HILL SCHOOL maintains six small classrooms with six students each, staffed by one teacher and one teaching assistant per classroom. This structure supports individualized attention and consistent support for students with significant behavioral or educational challenges.
  • Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Provide specialized instructional programs in art and technology
      Students participate in weekly art and technology instruction. The art program includes drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture to build fine-motor and planning skills. The technology program incorporates desktop computers, iPads, Lego Robots, and a 3-D printer for projects in coding, robotics, graphic design, and digital photography.
  • Special Education Day Schools 1 activity
    • Provide state-approved special education day treatment for students with emotional and behavioral disorders
      OAK HILL SCHOOL provides state-approved special education services for children in grades K-8 who have behavior disorders resulting from neurological or emotional factors. The school serves students across New York State in a therapeutic day setting that integrates academic instruction with behavioral and emotional support.
  • Community Space Provision 1 activity
    • Rent gymnasium space for external events
      The school’s gymnasium is available for rental for sporting events, practices, gatherings, and other functions, indicating use of facilities beyond regular school programming.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.44M
Contributions & grants$95K4%
Program service revenue$2.34M96%
Investment income$630%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.49M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.06M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.19M
Cash$28K
Investments$0
Liabilities$543K
Net assets$644K
Liquid reserves0.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +4.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DAVID MITCHELL EXECUTIVE DI 40 $234K
board members · 6
  • ALAN CARTER — TRUSTEE
  • ANNE LONG — PRESIDENT
  • CELESTE KEANE — TRUSTEE
  • CHRISTOPHER MCCARTHY — TRUSTEE
  • DR MINDI MODIANO — VICE PRESIDE
  • KAREN NEWELL — SECRETARY
relationships · 7

Who they work with

  • Barbara J. Collins, OTR Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as an occupational therapy provider in the Capital Region.
  • Dr. Clifford Passen, MD Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as a medical professional in the Capital Region.
  • Dr. Gina Cosgrove, Psy.D Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as a professional in the Capital Region providing psychological services.
  • Dr. Kristina Osborne-Oliver, Psy.D. Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as a professional in the Capital Region providing psychological services.
  • Dr. Laura Assaf, Psy.D Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as a professional in the Capital Region providing psychological services.
  • Dr. Paula Zuffante, Ph.D. Partner — Collaborates with Oak Hill School as a professional in the Capital Region providing psychological services.
  • Robb Kopp Partner — Assistant Director supporting leadership transition and ongoing school operations.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Experiential and Hands-On Learning Integration
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By using play-based, nature-connected, artistic, and project-based methods, the school deepens academic and developmental outcomes because experiential engagement strengthens cognitive, motor, and emotional learning through active doing.
  • School-Wide Therapeutic and Social-Emotional Support Model
    methodology: therapeutic_crisis_intervention
    By implementing universal Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCIS) training and structured peer interactions, the school creates a safe, supportive community because staff-wide therapeutic capacity enhances emotional regulation, reduces crises, and reinforces social skills in real time.
  • Structured Behavioral Reinforcement with Growth Orientation
    methodology: behavioral_reinforcement_with_growth_mindset
    By combining a point-based level system with individual goal setting and social-emotional focus, the school promotes positive behavior and personal development because consistent, measurable feedback tied to personal growth encourages accountability and self-improvement.
  • Student-Centered, Individualized Learning Environment
    methodology: student_centered_learning
    By meeting students at their current academic and emotional level through personalized support and student voice, the school promotes engagement, well-being, and growth because individualization fosters safety, relevance, and intrinsic motivation.