2011-05-16T13:35:40-05:00 2010-06-30 LOEB & TROPER LLP 655 THIRD AVENUE 12TH FLOOR NEW YORK NY 10017 990 2009-07-01 264117186 Hebrew Language Academy Charter School HEBR 7183777200 3340 Kings Highway brooklyn NY 11234 Maureen Campbell 7183777200 2011-05-16 1 FREDERICK H ROTHMAN 2128674000 2009 2016-02-24 21:20:13Z Maureen Campbell 3340 Kings Highway brooklyn NY 11234 2865978 0 X www.hlacharterschool.org X 2009 NY See Schedule O 12 12 26 2 0 0 824472 2024406 0 17100 2865978 0 0 1881503 0 0 1228975 3110478 -244500 531410 657932 179533 550555 351877 107377 The Hebrew Language Academy Charter School (HLA) is a nurturing yet rigorous K-5 dual language school committed to academic excellence as well as to fostering a high degree of Hebrew language proficiency. 0 0 2600800 2024406 At HLA, students achieve a sophisticated knowledge of English Language Arts, mathematics, the sciences, and social studies. This rich and innovative curriculum will be enhanced by art, music, technology and physical education. With the exception of ELA each curricula area will incorporate Hebrew language instruction, using a partial immersion proficiency model. 2600800 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 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 3 0 1 26 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 X Maureen Campbell 7183777200 3340 kings highway brooklyn NY 11234 Sara Berman 20.00 X X 0 0 0 David Gedzelman 20.00 X X 0 0 0 Charles Capetanakis 3.00 X X 0 0 0 Ella Zalkind 3.00 X X 0 0 0 Norman Green 3.00 X 0 0 0 Karim Camara 3.00 X 0 0 0 Peter Geffen 3.00 X 0 0 0 Dawn Jimenez 3.00 X 0 0 0 Peter Noel 3.00 X 0 0 0 Hindie Weissman 3.00 X 0 0 0 Caroline Greenwald 3.00 X 0 0 0 Douglas Harmon 3.00 X 0 0 0 Maureen Campbell 40.00 X 105000 0 25948 105000 0 25948 1 0 0 0 Hebrew at the Center 90 Oak Street Newton MA 02464 Education 225009 Charter School Business Management 237 west 35th street new york NY 10001 Business management 109353 VM Hillel 2901 Campus Road Brooklyn NY 11210 Food Vendor 106407 3 250000 535275 39197 824472 State & Local Per Pupi 611710 2024406 2024406 2024406 Reimbursement of meals 900099 17100 17100 17100 2865978 2024406 0 17100 203381 203381 1401819 1161850 239969 14238 12102 2136 116666 95659 21007 145399 123589 21810 2025 2025 121353 121353 493348 445174 48174 277452 256447 21005 86077 73165 12912 23290 14815 8475 2438 2073 365 51186 43508 7678 18049 15342 2707 student meal 153346 153346 miscellaneous 411 349 62 3110478 2600800 509678 0 158929 214941 355000 214030 16435 19948 260330 51317 1046 209013 531410 657932 179533 518052 0 32503 179533 550555 X 351877 107377 351877 107377 531410 657932 X 0 1 1 X 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 182670 40539 142131 77660 10778 66882 209013 Lease payable 32503 32503 2865978 3110478 -244500 0 -244500 3714558 251597 596983 848580 2865978 0 2865978 3607181 251597 245106 496703 3110478 0 3110478 Part X: Description of Uncertain Tax Positions Under FIN 48: Effective July 1, 2009, HLA adopted the provision pertaining to uncertain tax positions (ASC Topic 740) and has determined that there are no material uncertain tax positions that require recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. Part XII, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: prior year revenue: 596983. Part XIII, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: Prior year expenses: 245106. 1 1 1 The school publicizes its nondiscriminatory policy through advertisements in local newspapers for both student and staff recruitment. Outreach in diverse communities during student recruitment activities are evidenced in student enrollment. 1 0 1 1 Ethnic and race identification of students is recorded but not staff. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 Finance committee will review 990 and report to governing body on their review and approval. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c It is imperative that HLA, both in reality and in perception, be deemed to operate solely in the best interests of the students it serves. Any taint to its reputation will significantly impact on the mission of HLA. Employees of HLA must be ever mindful of the need to conduct themselves both in and outside of HLA in a manner that will not bring criticism to themselves or to HLA. Employees have an obligation to conduct their affairs within guidelines that prohibit actual or potential conflicts of interest. Actual or potential conflicts of interest occurs when an employee is in a position to influence a decision that may result in a personal gain for him or her, for a relative or for anyone else who has a close personal relationship with the employee as a result of HLA business dealings. For the purpose of this policy, a relative or a person with a close personal relationship is any person who is related by blood or marriage, or whose relationship with the employee is similar to that of persons who are related by blood or marriage. No "presumption of guilt" is created by the mere existence of a relationship with an outside firm or vendor. However, if an employee has any influence on transactions involving purchases, contracts, or supplies it is imperative that he or she disclose that relationship to the Principal immediately so that safeguards can be established to protect all parties. Common conflicts which employees should avoid include, but are not limited to: a) Using proprietary or confidential information for personal gain or to HLA's detriment; b) Directly or indirectly accepting gifts, loans, services, entertainment, etc. of more than a minimal value from a vendor or someone seeking to do business with HLA (as noted elsewhere); c) Using HLA's assets or labor for personal use; and d) Instances where an employee or an employee's relative or someone with a close personal relationship has a significant ownership in the vendor or firm with which HLA does business. If HLA finds that any employee has engaged in any conduct which presents a conflict of interest with HLA, such employee is subject to discipline, up to and including termination of employment. 5. BAN ON ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS In accordance with the Conflict of Interest Provision contained in this Handbook, no employee of HLA is permitted to accept gifts of any kind of a value exceeding fifty dollars ($50.00) including but not limited to money, goods, food, entertainment, or services directly or indirectly from: a) Individuals, parents, Schools, partner organizations, or companies serving as vendors or potential vendors for this School; b) Elected officials or their representatives; c) Candidates for public office or their representatives; or d) Political party officials or their representatives. The Principal and the Board of Trustees may make exceptions, including in instances where such gifts intended for and will be used by HLA. Offers of such gifts in excess of $50.00, even when refused, must be communicated immediately by the employee receiving such an offer to the Principal. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 A committee of the board evaluates the principal's compensation in conjunction with information available regarding comparable positions. The committee utilizes salary information from other charter schools in it's determination. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 HLA makes its governing documents,conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. form 990, part xi, line 2b: The Finance Committee assumes responsibility for the oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of an independent auditor. The process has not changed since the prior year. form 990, part I, line 1 The Hebrew Language Academy Charter School (HLA) is a dual language public elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York. Founded in August, 2009, HLA's mission is to provide a nurturing yet rigorous dual language program committed to fostering academic excellence and a high degree of Hebrew language proficiency. Our school provides students with a sophisticated core curriculum in English Language Arts, mathematics, the sciences, social studies, art, music, technology and physical education. We incorporate Hebrew language instruction across the curriculum through a partial immersion proficiency model. At HLA, we recognize that our students are growing up in an increasingly "global" community. Our entire educational program is geared towards providing students with a solid foundation to become ethical, productive citizens in this global community. We help our students learn social and civic responsibility through the integration of community service and service learning into their classroom studies, and diversity, tolerance and openness are emphasized throughout the curriculum and school life. During the 2009-2010 school year HLA served 157 students in grade Kindergarten and grade 1. The student enrollment in HLA reflected the diversity of our surrounding community in Brooklyn, New York. The percentages of students by racial demographics was Caucasian 60%, Black 34%, Hispanic 4%, Multi Racial 1%, and Asian 1%. The breakdown of the home languages other than English was Hebrew 27%, Russian 24%, Creole 4% and Spanish 4%. The Title I percentage of students eligible for Free/Reduced meals based on the Federal Family Application for Meals was 67%. During the 2009-10 school year, HLA's percentage of special needs students was 19% and the English Language Learners was 2%. HLA will grow to be a K-5 elementary school by 2013-14 and continue to be a school of academic excellence as an option for parents in the surrounding community. form 990, part x, line 25: Lease payable consists of the lease liability for two copier rentals. Friends of Hebrew Language Academy 6 East 39th Street 10th Floor New york NY 10016 270400583 to provide financial support & further the education of HLA schools in nys NY 501(c)(3) Line 7 N/A 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Friends of Hebrew Language Academy charter school inc C 250000