Sarasota Christian School

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1 Sarasota Christian School SUMMARY Mission The mission of Sarasota Christian School is to honor God by developing academic abilities and broadening educational experiences while deepening Christian faith through partnership with the home, the church, and the community. Contact Information Primary Address 5415 Bahia Vista St Phone Alternate Phone Website Facebook Twitter Sarasota, FL pages/sarasota-christian- School/ ?fref=ts SRQChristian General Information nprofit Tax Exempt Status Sarasota Christian School Public Supported Charity Incorporation Year 1984 State Charitable Solicitations Permit Exempt 0 State Registration 0 1

2 BACKGROUND & NEEDS Impact Statement ACCOMPLISHMENTS Spiritual/Service Spiritual Life: The daily chapel program in middle and high school was re-designed and expanded, the integration of Biblical concepts into all subject areas was improved, and the Olweus bullying prevention program is practiced school-wide. Students are also given the opportunity to make their faith their own and through mentorship become spiritual leaders amongst their peers. Bible Knowledge: In addition to daily prayer and devotion time, elementary students study scripture and have weekly verse memorization. At the culmination of their elementary school years students are able to recite Psalm 23, the Lord s Prayer, the Beatitudes and the Armor of God. In middle school, students have in-depth study during their yearly Bible class and can also recite scripture verses such as Matthew chapters 5 through 7. High school students dig even deeper into the Word during their four semesters of Bible classes; Old and New Testaments, Faith in Practice, Church History and Conflict Resolution. Service: The school is committed to teaching students the importance of giving to others as Christ taught us. The eight grade class had a three-day service trip in St. Augustine, the entire high school (140+ students) volunteered at 13 local non-profits during a community service day, and seniors will have completed 150 service hours each by graduation. Academic Accreditation: Accredited by: Florida Council of Independent Schools, Florida Kindergarten Council, AdvancED, and Mennonite Education Agency. Programs: Increased Advanced College Education Dual Enrollment offerings; Learning Support Program; and English for Speakers of Other Languages Program to meet needs of diverse learners. Enrichment: The school's 12th grade Odyssey of the Mind team is completing its 10 year run in the program, came in first at the State Competition in its problem and division for the 7th year in a row, and will be attending the World Competition. The team also won the Ranatra Fusca Creativity Award for the 4th year in a row. The school's 10th grade team placed first in its problem and division and will attend its 5th World Competition. Science enrichment opportunities are provided for each 2nd-5th grade student through additional weekly hands-on wonder and discovery classes taught by a gifted specialist beyond the regular Science classroom studies. Technology & Facilities Master Planning: We are currently investigating the best approach to re-launching our building and facilities expansion campaign by working with consultants, the Board, administration and lead donors. Technology: We implemented our long-range technology plan by updating our infrastructure for becoming a "bring your own device" campus. All 6th-12th grade students are now required to "bring their own device". This allowed us to enhance our curriculum by utilizing digital textbooks, learning management systems, web-based and cloud-based applications, and global collaboration. Goals To collaborate with schools around the world, build relationships and enhance curriculum. To increase endowment and campus master plan funds to prepare for the future of the school. To increase enrollment and broaden the mission of the school. Needs Statement 1) Tuition & Program Assistance To provide need-based tuition assistance. Gifts start at $100; average student receives $2,300 per year. To provide need-based financial assistance for students in Learning Support and/or ESOL programs. Cost: $3,190/student. 2

3 2) Technology To update employee computers to improve work and efficiency. Cost: $1,000/computer. To outfit two classrooms with live-stream distant-learning abilities. Cost: $15,000/classroom. 3) Professional Development/Support To enable faculty to attend conferences and continuing education courses and offer more on-campus training. Cost: $25,000. 4) Equipment Van fleet replacement. Cost $25,000 per van. Gym dividing curtain. Cost $13,000. New and updated playground for VPK and elementary. Cost $50,000. Track & field practice track and long jump runway. Cost $10,000. 5) Campus Master Plan To replace portables with new elementary and high school buildings. Cost: $5.5 million To meet athletic/performing arts needs and plan for future growth by building an additional gym, new athletic complex and auditorium. Cost: $4.9 million. Background Statement Sarasota Christian School was established in 1958 by a group of Mennonite parents who were interested in having their children educated in an educationally excellent, Anabaptist-Christian atmosphere. For more than 55 years now, Sarasota Christian School has been providing an academically advanced, Biblically-integrated curriculum to its students who come from a variety of upbringings and backgrounds. The school has shown steady growth from its small beginning of 15 students on the first day to over 430 students representing more than 70 local churches today. The fully-accredited independent school provides Pre-K through 12th grade education on a 25-acre campus. Sarasota Christian School provides a positive environment in which students can grow and thrive. Students enjoy small class sizes and individual attention from accomplished and caring Christian faculty. Classroom concepts are linked from Pre-K through 12th grade through curriculum mapping, which exceeds Florida state standards. In addition to core subjects, Sarasota Christian School offers courses in the arts, business, technology and more. Teachers utilize such tools as the school s ipad lab to enhance learning experiences. Sarasota Christian School offers an accelerated college education program and an on-site dual enrollment program that gives high school students the opportunity to earn up to 27 college credits. Sarasota Christian School students achieve ACT and SAT scores that are higher than state and national composite scores. But Sarasota Christian School is about more than just academic excellence: the school is also focused on nurturing students spiritual and personal development. Students are invited to join in a variety of enrichment programs, FHSAA athletics, and performing arts. They receive daily Bible instruction through regular chapels, classroom devotionals, Bible classes, or small group meetings. The school participates in an annual service project with school employees, students, and families; and high school students serve 150 volunteer hours before graduating double the state standard. Sarasota Christian School provides a safe environment where students receive outstanding, well-rounded academic instruction in a Christian environment and are encouraged to grow through broad educational experiences. Sarasota Christian School: experience the difference. Statement from the Board Chair Sarasota Christian School was established 1958 by a group of parents interested in providing a quality education in a truly Christian atmosphere. Today, that mission continues as SCS strives to honor God by 3

4 developing academic abilities and broadening educational experiences while deepening Christian faith through partnership with the home, the church, and the community. Sarasota Christian seeks to provide a Christian education for as many students as possible and is committed to keeping tuition affordable while maintaining a talented faculty and staff as well as quality facilities. This is only possible with the support and encouragement of our local community and supporting churches. Through our joint efforts, we hope to make our community a better place. Statement from the CEO/Executive Director At Sarasota Christian School (SCS) we have an unwavering commitment to provide an exceptional, Christcentered education for our students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Our biblically-integrated curriculum offers many advantages and opportunities which have been developed over Sarasota Christian School's rich 58 year history. SCS is accredited through Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS), Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC), as well as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvanedED), and Mennonite Education Agency (MEA). Sarasota Christian School has been shaped and is being shaped by its mission to honor God by developing academic abilities and broadening educational experiences while deepening Christian faith through partnership with the home, the church, and the community. Furthermore, each of the three schools reflects the six distinctive aspects of identity laid out by the Mennonite Schools Council, which states the school is to be Christcentered, educationally excellent, provides faith enriching opportunities, takes place within a caring and supportive community, a community that emphasizes peace and service, and a place that is globally focused (academic and otherwise). This commitment to a common mission and identity by the Sarasota Christian School community is a striking feature of the curriculum and evidence of both integration and continuity within the PK-12 program. Areas Served FL- Manatee FL- Sarasota FL- Charlotte FL- DeSoto Service Categories Primary Organization Type Secondary Organization Type Tertiary Organization Type Education Education Religion- Related 4

5 PROGRAMS Student Spiritual Development/Outreach Description The mission of Sarasota Christian School includes honoring God and deepening Christian faith through partnership with the home, the church and the community. Students of all levels are nurtured spiritually through things like daily devotionals in class, regular chapels, small group meetings, Bible courses, and more. Through words and practice, students are taught that community service and mission outreach are an important aspect of one's faith. The school community participates in local and global service or giving projects annually, and individual classes may perform their own service projects. In , Sarasota Christian School began a partnership with Global Family, Mennonite Central Committee s international education sponsorship program. Each grade provides financial support, integrates program countries into the curriculum, and builds relationships with program schools and students. Budget $75, Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Religion, General/Other Christianity K-12 (5-19 years) K-12 (5-19 years) K-12 (5-19 years) elementary students will recite Psalm 23 (K), the Lord s Prayer (1st), and Beatitudes (2nd), Armor of God (5th) middle school students will be able to recite from memory Matthew 5-7. At least 25% of chapels will encourage students to think beyond themselves. 17% of high school students will conduct community service activities above the required amount for graduation, with a goal of a 3% increase. (SCS's requirements are already double the state standard.) High school students volunteered over 4100 community service hours last year. High school students will participate in an annual retreat where many may begin or deepen a relationship with Christ. High school students will participate in a day of service to give back to the Sarasota community. SCS will participate in a school-wide local service or giving project each year. 5

6 Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Program Success Examples Sarasota Christian School has developed a graduate profile that, in part, defines how the school anticipates students may have developed spiritually as a result of their education. It is expected that a graduate of SCS is a person who: is growing in relationship to Jesus Christ and a faith community values and accepts the authority of Scripture lives a life of discernment, spiritual growth, and the discovery and development of gifts by asking questions and seeking answers through the practice of spiritual disciplines, the counsel of other Christians and the church has a faith centered in Jesus Christ as the final revelation of God knows he/she is loved by God and shares this love with others by word and deed cultivates a Christ-centered worldview informed by an Anabaptist theology in a warmly ecumenical way" The success of this program is monitored through regular reporting on initiatives as defined by the school's strategic plan. Graduating seniors are also asked to complete a survey that coordinates with the school's graduate profile and are individually interviewed by the Superintendent. Each senor Also presents their Capstone senor project highlighting their progress on graduate profile emphasis., High School Service Day In October 2014, 140+ high school students participated in a day of community service. SCS seniors planned a service morning for the entire high school to bless the Sarasota community. Seniors researched local agencies that provide helpful services to Sarasota residents with needs. Students selected 12 agencies to serve and planned their on-site service. They also taught in chapel after their visit concerning their holiday giving experience. Students washed airplanes, sorted food donations, sang to nursing home residents, organized libraries and baby supplies, painted rooms, cleaned stables, raked leaves and washed windows for elderly residents, and much more. The agencies have included: All Faiths Food Bank American Red Cross Bethesda House Ministries Calvary Chapel of Venice Community Haven Easter Seals Everyday Blessings Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch Save Our Seabirds Southeastern Guide Dogs Sunnyside Village Health and Rehabilitation Center Wildlife Center of Venice 6

7 Academics Description The mission of Sarasota Christian School includes developing academic abilities and broadening educational experiences. SCS is committed to providing academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment to help students discover their full potential, ignite a lifelong passion for service and equip them to become spiritual leaders and transform the world. Classroom concepts are connected from Pre-K through 12th grade through curriculum mapping, which exceeds Florida state standards. In addition to core subjects, SCS offers courses in the arts, business, technology and more. SCS also offers an accelerated college education program and an on-site dual enrollment program that gives high school students the opportunity to earn up to 27 college credits in small classes under the tutelage of qualified, caring faculty. Budget $0.00 Category Program Linked to Organizational Strategy Population Served Short Term Success Education, General/Other Elementary & Secondary Education K-12 (5-19 years) K-12 (5-19 years) K-12 (5-19 years) On average, elementary and middle school students score in the top third of the nationally-scored Stanford Achievement test. SCS students achieve SAT scores that exceed local, state and national levels. ACT college readiness results indicate that our high school students are more ready to successfully complete a freshman year at college than local, state and national students. 100% college acceptance rate. Long Term Success Program Success Monitoring Sarasota Christian School has developed a graduate profile that, in part, defines how the school anticipates students will develop academically as a result of their school experience. It is expected that a graduate of SCS is a person who: infuses a Christ-centered faith into learning and understanding has a love for learning and has developed skills that enable her/him to be a lifelong learner with the ability to solve problems, think critically, and to work collaboratively with others exhibits competency in the basics, knowledge in the academic disciplines, the arts and workforce skills communicates effectively through speaking, writing and listening incorporates technology appropriately and has the ability to access information has the knowledge and skills for success in his/her personal life, management of money, relationships, and self-understanding has a love for God s creation To ensure that the highest educational standards are maintained, the total program from Pre-K through 12th grade is regularly evaluated internally and by accrediting agencies. Last year, Sarasota Christian School was fully re-accredited by: 1.Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) 2.Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC) 3.Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) 4.Mennonite Education Agency (MEA). Academic programs are also reviewed regularly against the school's strategic plan and by the school's administrative and guidance teams. 7

8 Program Success Examples Odyssey of the Mind is an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students from kindergarten through college. Team members apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics. They then bring their solutions to competition on the local, state, and world level. Thousands of teams from throughout the U.S. and from about 25 other countries participate. This year the Regional Competition was held in March, and four of the school s teams advanced to the State Competition in April. The 11th grade team earned first place in their problem and division at States, advancing them to the World Competition held in May, and putting these young students in a category with the best and brightest in the world. At the World Competition the team finished in 4th place! This was the team's 7th appearance at Worlds. In each of the past three Odyssey seasons, the team has consistently ranked first in the State of Florida, won the coveted Ranatra Fusca Creativity Award, and placed as one of the top 4 teams in the world. 8

9 MANAGEMENT CEO/Executive Director CEO/Executive Director Mr. Ryan Lehman CEO Term Start Oct 2015 CEO Senior Staff Dawn Graber Director of Academics Larry Litwiller Director of Business Services Amanda Stutzman Director of Advancement and Communications Staff & Volunteer Statistics Full Time Staff 51 Part Time Staff 6 Staff Retention Rate % 77 Professional Development Contractors 2 Volunteers 250 Management Reports to Board CEO/Executive Director Formal Evaluation Senior Management Formal Evaluation nmanagement Formal Evaluation Collaborations Sarasota Christian School is supported by four local Mennonite churches: Abundant Life Church, Bahia Vista Mennonite Church, Bay Shore Mennonite Church, and Bethel Mennonite Church. Representatives from these four churches make up the school's Board of Directors and Corporate Board. Sarasota Christian School partners with Sunnyside Village, a neighboring non-profit senior citizen community and health center. SCS and Sunnyside Village representatives regularly visit each other for field trips, games, learning experiences, volunteer opportunities, and more. SCS looks forward to continuing to build this relationship in years to come. Sarasota Christian School partners with local, national and international giving partners to help spread Christ's love throughout the world by supplying food for the hungry, water for the thirsty, clothes and supplies for the needy, etc. SCS also has a school-wide partnership with Mennonite Central Committee's Global Family program in which each grade sponsors an international community-based education program. 9

10 GOVERNANCE Board Chair Board Chair Rodney Shrock Company Affiliation Custom Air CFO Board Term v 2013 to Oct 2016 Board Chair Board Members Name Affiliation Status Mrs. Emily Campbell Campbell Cabinetry Designs, Inc. Voting Dr. Shirley Good Alliance Counseling Services Voting Mr. Benji Kauffman Shue-Kauffman, Inc. Voting Mr. C.J. Mayer Mayer Construction Inc. Voting Mr. Darrin Miller ecom Systems Voting Mrs. Kathy Otto Sarasota Memorial Hospital Voting Mr. Ryan Schrag Schrag Lawn Care, Inc. Voting Mr. Rodney Shrock Custom Air CFO Voting Mr. Rich Shue Shue-Kauffman, Inc. Voting Mrs. Nancy Yoder Retired Teacher Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 0 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 10 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 0 Board Demographics - Gender Male 6 Female 4 t Specified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 3 Board Term Limits 2 Board Orientation Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 10 10

11 Board Meeting Attendance % 83 Board Self-Evaluation Written Board Selection Criteria Percentage of Board Making Monetary Contributions 100 Percentage of Board Making In-Kind Contributions 50 Constituency Includes Client Representation Standing Committees Education Finance minating Personnel Development / Fund Development / Fund Raising / Grant Writing / Major Gifts 11

12 FINANCIALS Current Financial Info Fiscal Year Begins 2015 Fiscal Year Ends 2016 Projected Revenue $3,886, Projected Expenses $3,951, Endowment Value $670, Spending Policy Income Only Spending Policy Percentage 0 Tax Credits Capital Campaign In a Capital Campaign Campaign Goal 0 Audit/Financial Documents Financial Statements June 30, 2015 Financial Statements June 30, 2014 Financial Statements June 30, 2013 Financial Statements June 30, 2012 Financial Statements June 30, 2011 Financial Statements June 30, 2010 Financial Statements June 30, 2009 Solvency Short Term Solvency Fiscal Year Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities Long Term Solvency Fiscal Year Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets 0% 0% 0% Historical Financial Review Revenue and Expenses Fiscal Year Total Revenue $4,098,283 $3,895,138 $3,672,240 Total Expenses $3,838,826 $3,659,173 $3,565,756 Revenue Sources 12

13 Fiscal Year Foundation and Corporation $0 $0 $0 Contributions Government Contributions $0 $0 $0 Federal $0 $0 $0 State $0 $0 $0 Local $0 $0 $0 Unspecified $0 $0 $0 Individual Contributions $90,265 $170,530 $124,863 Indirect Public Support $0 $0 $0 Earned Revenue $3,612,284 $3,361,202 $3,193,967 Investment Income, Net of Losses $4,069 $93,735 $48,187 Membership Dues $0 $0 $0 Special Events $283,797 $191,281 $231,978 Revenue In-Kind $0 $0 $0 Other $107,868 $78,390 $73,245 Expense Allocation Fiscal Year Program Expense $2,595,207 $2,485,675 $2,353,591 Administration Expense $1,191,899 $1,112,959 $1,143,872 Fundraising Expense $51,720 $60,539 $68,293 Payments to Affiliates $0 $0 $0 Total Revenue/Total Expenses Program Expense/Total Expenses 68% 68% 66% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 14% 17% 19% Assets and Liabilities Fiscal Year Total Assets $4,375,785 $4,070,514 $3,849,354 Current Assets $1,203,660 $877,514 $847,061 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Current Liabilities $930,943 $885,129 $899,934 Total Net Assets $3,444,842 $3,185,385 $2,949,420 Top Funding Sources Fiscal Year Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Tuition & Registration Tuition and Tuition & Registration $3,408,411 Registration $3,000,078 $3,160,605 Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Fundraising Fundraising Fundraising Amount $283,797 $191,281 $231,978 Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Other $107,868 Contributions, gifts, grants $170,530 Contributions, gifts, grants $124,863 Comments Financial Comments by Foundation Foundations and corporations are included with individual contributions as they are not separated in the financial statements. Financial figures were taken from the financial reviews as the nonprofit is exempt from filing a Federal tax return. 13

14 PLANS, POLICIES & LICENSES Plans Fundraising Plan Communication Plan Strategic Plan Strategic Plan Adopted Mar 2015 Years Strategic Plan Considers 5 Management Succession Plan Continuity of Operations Plan Policies Organizational Policies and Procedures Written Conflict of Interest Policy ndiscrimination Policy Directors and Officers Insurance Policy Whistle Blower Policy Document Destruction Policy Affiliations Affiliation Year Mennonite Schools Council (MSC) 0 National Honor Society 0 Awards & Recognition Award/Recognition Organization Year One World Award Sarasota Sister Cities Association 2012 Best Private School Gulfcoast Family Living Magazine 2013 Best Private School Finalist SRQ Magazine 2014 Best Private School Gulfcoast Family Living Magazine 2014 #1 Athletic Program in State - Class 2A FHSAA 2014 Best Private School Gulfcoasts Family Living Magazine 2015 Best Private School Runner Up SRQ Magazine 2015 #1 Athletic Program in State - Class 2A FHSAA 2015 Best Private School Runner Up SRQ Magazine 2016 Government Licenses Is your organization licensed by the Government? 14

15 Planning & Policies Comments Planning & Policies Comments by Organization Planning & Policies Comments by Foundation Created Copyright