named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Elementary Art Department Professional Development
Supports art teachers' collaboration with universities and presentation at academic conferences
Golden Apple Award Recognition
Honors outstanding educators nominated by colleagues, students, and families, in partnership with state officials
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Participation
Annual community walk and fundraising event benefiting the American Cancer Society
Reclaiming the Joy of Teaching
Initiative to support teacher morale and professional fulfillment within the district
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Charity Event Organization 2 activities
- Breast cancer awareness fundraising and participationParticipates in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Syracuse and raises funds through school-based campaigns, including raffles and student-led efforts, contributing amounts ranging from $1,182 to $2,333.50 between 2012 and 2015.
- Community benefit events and fundraisingOrganizes and participates in local benefit events such as a lacrosse fundraiser for the LaFave family following a cancer diagnosis, and supports charitable causes through student-led initiatives like ceramic luminary sales for food pantries and Art Club fundraisers benefiting the Lions Club.
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Teachers Union Representation 2 activities
- Collective bargaining representationNegotiates and upholds the collective bargaining agreement on behalf of K-12 professional educators in the Central Square Central School District with the Superintendent of Schools.
- Grievance procedure administrationMaintains formal procedures to address grievances arising from violations of contract terms and conditions for district educators.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Charitable donation drivesCollects and donates aluminum can tabs to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York and organizes toy collections through Toys for Tots at Brewerton Elementary to support children in need.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Disaster relief financial assistanceProvides financial assistance to members of the Central Square School District community through a Disaster Relief Fund.
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 1 activity
- Political campaign supportStaffed phone banks in Oswego as part of the Colleen Deacon political campaign effort.
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Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
- School supply collection and distributionConducts the Stuff A Bus Campaign to collect school supplies and distributed them to 63 Central Square families annually in preparation for the school year.
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Teacher and Staff Appreciation Activities 1 activity
- Staff support activitiesProvides meals such as lunch for district staff during professional development days and convenes executive committee meetings regularly during the school year.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$74K
Contributions & grants$1K2%
Program service revenue$5K6%
Investment income$4K5%
Other revenue$200
expenses
Total expenses$68K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$32K
Grants paid out$5K
balance sheet
Total assets$196K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$196K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +18.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn Dowler | President | 15 | $8K |
| Nicole Heath | Treasurer | 12 | $6K |
| Richard Creamer | Executive Vice President | 12 | $5K |
| Jamie Blakes | 1st Vice President | 10 | $5K |
| Jennifer Colvin | Secretary | 10 | $4K |
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- AFT Network — Personnel from AFT collaborated with CSTA members during phone banking activities.
- American Cancer Society Partner — Collaborated with the Central Square School District to raise funds for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
- American Cancer Society Partner — Partnered with CSTA in support of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk and fundraising campaign.
- American Cancer Society Partner — Partnered with the Central Square School District and Teachers Association for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
- American Cancer Society Partner — Recipient of funds raised through the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk participation.
- American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations Network — National labor federation affiliate providing broader labor movement support and resources.
- American Federation of Teachers Network — National affiliate organization supporting member advocacy and resource access.
- Brewerton Food Pantry Partner — One of the local food pantries supported through the sale of ceramic tea light luminaries by 5th grade Art Club students.
- Bridge Street (WSYR) Partner — Featured CSTA and Central Square School District on a local television segment to discuss character education and school pride.
- Calvary Baptist Church Partner — Hosted a school supply drive led by Lisa Toleson to support Central Square School District families.
- Caughdenoy United Methodist Church Partner — Conducted a school supply drive in support of Central Square School District families.
- Central Square Community Food Pantry Partner — One of the local food pantries supported through the sale of ceramic tea light luminaries by 5th grade Art Club students.
- Central Square Lions Club Partner — Received $670 from a fundraiser organized by the elementary Art department and 5th grade Art Club students.
- Central Square School District Partner — Collaborates with the school district on matters related to teachers and education.
- Central Square Teachers' Association Network — Organization maintaining records and minutes for the 2011-2012 school year.
- Downstairs Scotty Partner — Recipient of fleece blankets made by students and staff at Millard Hawk Primary as part of the Knots of Love program.
- Hancock Airport Government — Location where military personnel received fleece blankets made by students and staff at Millard Hawk Primary.
- Key Bank Partner — Participated in a school supply drive to support Central Square School District families.
- NYSUT Partner — Collaborates with NYSUT's Member Action Center to advocate for teacher evaluation confidentiality.
- National Education Association Network — National affiliate organization supporting member advocacy and resource access.
- New York State United Teachers Network — State-level affiliate organization providing resources and advocacy support.
- North Shore Food Pantry Partner — One of the local food pantries supported through the sale of ceramic tea light luminaries by 5th grade Art Club students.
- Rescue Mission Partner — Collaborated with Damon Villnave to raise awareness for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
- Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York Partner — Partnered with Brewerton Elementary to collect aluminum can tabs to support families of hospitalized children.
- Syracuse Rescue Mission Partner — Recipient of 250 fleece blankets made by students and staff at Millard Hawk Primary as part of the Knots of Love program.
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.
- Mutual Aid Among Educatorsmethodology: mutual_aidBy providing direct financial support to union members in crisis, the association strengthens community resilience and solidarity within the school district, because mutual aid fosters trust and sustained engagement among educators.
- Partnership and Innovation in Educationmethodology: partnership_and_innovation_in_educationBy emphasizing collaboration with administrators, innovation in practice, and high educational standards, the association improves student outcomes and professional growth, because sustained partnership and creative problem-solving create conditions for systemic improvement in schools.
- Reclaiming the Joy of Teachingmethodology: reclaiming the joy of teachingBy creating uplifting experiences and recognizing educators, the association boosts teacher morale and student engagement, because restoring emotional fulfillment in the profession increases retention and instructional quality.