2017-01-10T15:01:21-06:00 2016-06-30 411397419 Abdo Eick & Meyers LLP 5201 Eden Avenue Suite 250 Edina MN 55436 990 2015-07-01 203798769 Southside Family Charter School SOUT 6128728322 4500 Clinton Avenue South Minneapolis MN 55419 Rachel Martinez Board Chair 6128728322 2017-01-10 1 Steve Anseth CPA P00543520 9528359090 2017-01-10 2015 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z Rachel Martinez 4500 Clinton Avenue South Minneapolis MN 55419 1580094 0 X www.southsidefamilyschool.org X 2005 MN The Southside Family Charter School (SFCS) is a small, k-8 school that meets the needs of a culturally and ethnically diverse population by engaging children in critical thinking and problem solving, involving children in political and social activism, encouraging creative expression, offering a wide range of electives and advocating for children and families. 9 7 32 65 0 0 1279457 1544649 3695 6488 32 274 25112 28683 1308296 1580094 0 0 0 0 756140 951964 0 0 0 508391 543474 1264531 1495438 43765 84656 540816 668183 811470 854181 -270654 -185998 X Southside Family Charter School (SFCS) is an urban K-8 public Charter School alternative dedicated to academic excellence, innovation in curriculum, family involvement and community participation. SFCS meets the needs of a culturally and ethnically diverse population by engaging children in critical thinking and problem solving, involving children in political and social activism, encouraging creative expression, offering a wide range of electives and advocating for children and families. 0 0 1297751 6488 Social Justice Education: this is the central mission of our organization and at the core of everything we do. Noteworthy, is the number of artistic, curricular, and extracurricular activities that are tied to the School's social justice mission. SFCS integrates the mission into every aspect of the School's curriculum and approach. SFCS continues to provide numerous opportunities for artistic and creative expression as well. These opportunities are central to the School's educational delivery model and, as noted above, are integrated with the School's mission. The results from the spring school climate surveys indicate that the three major stakeholder groups are experiencing a positive school climate and educational experience. SFCS has a staff that remains committed to the school with little staff or student turnover. The Minnesota Department of Education recognized Southside Family Charter School as a Celebration Eligible School. Social justice education is all-encompassing and expenses and revenue reflect that.Civil rights curriculum and Study Tour: The Triennial Voyage continues to be a hallmark of the school program and a cornerstone of the School's reputation in the community. The most recent study tour was conducted in spring 2014. Sixth through eighth graders with staff traveled through five states, to learn from dozens of social justice activists who made profound changes during the civil rights movement and who continue to be active in their community today. Through indirect study and direct contact with historical players, students deepen their understanding of the vital role young people have in creating change. In addition to the study tour, guest speakers and community tours are conducted throughout the school year. These activities emphasize the school's social justice philosophy and mission. The expenses and revenue for this trip are about $65,000 per trip.Family and community involvement: the number and depth of family involvement is remarkable and one of the School's success areas. Likewise, SFCS has developed long-term community partners that align with the School's mission and provide considerable enrichment opportunities for all students. Family and community involvement is all-encompassing and expenses and revenue reflect that. 1297751 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 12 0 1 32 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 9 7 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 MN X The Organization 6128728322 4500 Clinton Avenue South Minneapolis MN 55419 Rachel Martinez Chair, Parent 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Shawn McGinty Vice Chair, Parent 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Jim Nicholie Treasurer, Community Member 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Brynne Macosko Paguyo Teacher 40.00 X 38153 0 19994 John Wakefield Immediate Past Board Member, Teacher 40.00 X 31083 0 18692 Sarah Hedge Parent 1.00 X 0 0 0 William Martinez Parent 1.00 X 0 0 0 Darlis Bell-Grass Teacher 40.00 X 31909 0 2775 Kemal Badur Parent 1.00 X 0 0 0 Holly Bell Community Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Stanley Hacker Interim ED, Immediate Past Member 40.00 X 45200 0 0 David Nunez Executive Director 40.00 X 23125 0 5288 169470 0 46749 0 0 0 0 0 1340566 204083 1544649 Lunch/Service Fees 611600 6488 6488 6488 274 274 Miscellaneous 900099 28683 28683 28683 1580094 6488 0 28957 X 291085 180173 110912 422574 422574 20902 20963 -61 163886 154731 9155 53517 45260 8257 339579 305455 34124 3378 3378 31764 32997 -1233 8465 8465 12203 10900 1303 16845 16845 Supplies, Books and Mat 82176 82176 Dues 14432 14432 Instructional Services 11901 11901 Transportation 9241 9241 13490 12915 575 1495438 1297751 197687 0 231280 249674 117812 189052 21284 28165 441693 360851 79013 80842 91427 120450 540816 668183 79909 133061 731561 721120 811470 854181 X -275516 -188926 4862 2928 -270654 -185998 540816 668183 84656 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 1233 1233 440460 360851 79609 80842 Deferred Outflows - Pension Resources 120450 120450 Deferred Inflows - Pension Resources 148173 NetPension Liability 572947 721120 X 1580094 0 1580094 0 1580094 1495438 0 1495438 0 1495438 Part X, Line 2: The Charter School is exempt from federal and state income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and similar state income tax laws. The Charter School is not a private foundation and contributions to the Charter School qualify as a charitable tax deduction by the contributor. The Charter School has evaluated for uncertain tax positions. Management has expressed that there are no uncertain tax positions as of June 30, 2016. The Charter Schools tax returns are subject to possible examination by the taxing authorities. For federal tax purposes the tax returns essentially remain open for possible examination for a period of three years after the date on which those returns are filed. Charter School believes it is no longer subject to federal and state income tax examinations for the years prior to 2012. During the year ended June 30, 2016, the Charter School has not incurred any interest or penalties on its tax returns. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 The policy is communicated in all solicitation and registration materials. Schedule E, Part I, Line 6 As a public Charter School, the School receives state and federal funding. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 3 Contract payment for interim director services. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 6 Members include employees, community members seated on the board of directors, and parents of children enrolled in the school. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a Employees, community members seated on the board of directors, and parents of children enrolled in the school may vote in elections for the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7b Revisions to the organization's bylaws are subject to veto by the membership. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 The Business Manager, Executive Director and Treasurer review a draft of the form 990. The final version is shared with the voting members of the board prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c Board members complete an annual statement disclosing any conflict of interest. The Executive Director reviews contracts for conflicts of interest prior to approval. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 Each year updated data is reviewed as part of the budgeting process for salary increases. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The Organization makes its documents available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Facility: Program service expenses 182,381. Management and general expenses 34,124. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 216,505. Special Education: Program service expenses 90,226. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 90,226. Consulting: Program service expenses 32,848. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 32,848. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c: The Charter School's Board of Directors assumes the responsibility for oversight of the audits of its financial statements and the selection of the independent accountant. 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