Annual Report 2009

Children Learning Disabiliti Succ HAVERN SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2008-2009

We believe that EVERY CHILD IS Unique Every child has POTENTIAL Every Child Can LEARN

Our Miion Creating ConÅdent Learners † HAVERN SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT Havern School provides a specialized education program for elementary and middle school students with diagnosed learning disabilities. Utilizing a 4:1 student to staff ratio, experienced teachers, occupational therapists and speech/language pathologists provide a comprehensive program of intervention services. Our ultimate goal is to create conﬁdent learners who will continue to achieve success beyond Havern School. Havern School is a nationally recognized community of professsionals, parents, families and friends working together to address the individual academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. 1

Havern School Board of Truste Dear Friends of Havern, BOARD OF TRUSTEES I love teamwork! I thoroughly enjoy working with others towards a common goal; the 2008 - 2009 feeling of synergy and achieving something that could never have been accomplished alone. David C. Barth Thanks to the combined efforts of the exceptional and dedicated individuals that Peter D. Bowes comprise the Havern community, this year has been an extraordinary example of Amy Burnett teamwork at Havern School. Mike Diefenderfer The Board of Trustees is successfully steering the school through these turbulent Matt Dorighi, M.D. economic times while planning for a bright future. Despite ﬁnancial insecurity and some very real challenges, many generous donors and contributors not only maintained Elizabeth Hesse levels of giving but stepped it up this year; making it possible to continue the singular Cathy Mueller, SL program we provide our students AND to make some wonderful new additions. Amanda Piscopo The Havern staff always amazes me with their dedication, caring and creativity. From Erin Shrago, Psy D. the classroom teachers and therapists, to the administrative staff and the Head of School, Denise B. Small they are truly Havern School’s most valuable players! Steve Watson Thank you for a successful year, but the next season is already upon us. I hope you will John Weckbaugh be a member of our winning team as we support and cheer on Havern School and, most Don Wendell importantly, our students. Mary Catherine Widger, SL Denise Small Havern School Board of Trustees Board Chair 2

Letter from the Direor Dear Havern Families and Friends, 2008-2009 was a remarkable year at Havern School! Each day we learned new lessons from our students as they modeled their remarkable commitment to learning through tenacity and a willingness to strive toward their goals despite the challenges presented by learning disabilities. It was an inspiring experience to witness the teachers and therapists as they worked with students to help them achieve success at school and in life beyond the hallways of Havern School. During the year, two school musicals provided all students with opportunities to showcase their acting and musical talent. Upper school classrooms presented an enthusiastic performance of On the Radio, a collage of songs from each decade of the 20th century. The downstairs classrooms charmed the audience with their adorable production of Bugz, a musical about problem-solving and learning to get along with others. Students also participated in the annual art show, science fair, student council, school spirit days, buddy breakfasts, and the Havern School community Thanksgiving luncheon. The first Annual Havern Hustle provided the perfect celebration for the final day of our 43rd year (2008-2009)! This high-energy event exemplified the strong sense of community that is the hallmark of Havern School. Participants in the “race” around Clement Park’s lake included staff, students, siblings, parents, grandparents, friends, and even a few pets. Havern School truly is a partnership of professionals, parents, families, and friends working together to address the individual academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. We are grateful for the energy, time and resources that Havern School received this year from our wide circle of friends and supporters. Warmly, Cathleen Pasquariello, M.Ed Head of School 3

About Havern School OUR HISTORY Havern School was founded in 1966 by the Sisters of Loretto in Littleton, Colorado. The Sisters recognized that children with learning disabilities can succeed as students when they are provided with the appropriate environment. The Sisters created a specialized curriculum, which along with small class size, encouragement and support, enabled their students to reach their learning potential. Building on this strong foundation, Havern became an independent, secular school governed by a Board of Trustees in 1970. TODAY HAVERN IS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL. Havern School is a co-educational day school offering programs for students from ages 5 to14. We develop the skills of our students by focusing on their strengths while addressing individual learning challenges. We believe strongly in the ability of every child to learn and we utilize a whole- child approach to reach this goal. 4

Fundraising at Havern THERE ARE TWO DISTINCT FUNDRAISING ENTITIES AT HAVERN. Parents for Havern Fundraisers Money raised through Parents for Havern programs is used to enrich the learning environment and foster a sense of community at the school. Havern School Fundraisers Money raised through these Havern School events supports general operating costs and speciﬁc projects. Havern School fundraisers include: • The Annual Fund Campaign - Revenue from the Annual Fund campaign is used to supplement the budget for annual operating costs. • The Spring Garden Party - Money raised at this event is used to underwrite speciﬁc school improvements. • The “Chip-in-for-Havern” Golf Tournament - 100% of proceeds from the golf tournament is used to provide scholarships for Havern students. 5

Annual Fund Tuition covers 80% of the cost of educating a Havern student. Gifts to the Annual Fund provide Havern with unrestricted, expendable resources to help supplement the budget for general operating costs. In 2008-09, participation levels were Annual Fund Proceeds for 2008-09: Havern Board of Trustees 100% Havern Faculty and Staff 100% $28,000 Havern Families 48% The Annual Fund Campaign is held in the fall/winter. The goal of this vital fundraiser is to achieve 6 100% participation from the Havern Board of Trustees, staff, and families. No gift is too small to make a difference and to earn our sincere gratitude.

Endowment Funds Endowment Funds at Havern Endowment funds are permanent, self- sustaining sources of funding which can be set up to support scholarships or other ongoing needs. These gifts are invested and the annual earnings are used both to support the purpose of the endowment and to build market value. Endowment funds can grow and provide support for Havern programs in perpetuity. Interest/dividend income from the Havern School Endowment is used to fund annual operating expenses. The endowment principal remains intact. Annual Fund gifts provide for the present day; Endowment Fund gifts last forever. 7 Both are essential to the ﬁnancial health of Havern School.

Total Number of Volunteer Hours in 2008-2009: 2385 (or 29.8 Volunteer Hours per Student) To Havern’s many dedicated 8 volunteers - Thank you!!

Parent Association and Volunteers Parents for Havern Parents for Havern (PFH), the school’s parent association, undewrites activities that enhance the Havern community. In 2008-09, PFH events included: Classroom Field Trips Staff Appreciation Week Amanda Piscopo, PFH president Educational Assemblies - Opalanga Pugh, African storyteller - Science Matters demonstration Buddy Breakfasts Havern Community Thanksgiving Luncheon Annual Cookout/Carnival PFH raised money to support these activities in four ways: Sally Foster Giftwrap Sale $3615.00 Scholastic Book Fair $1204.29 volunteers Scrip & Gift Card Program $1475.00 havern loves its Usborne Book Fair $250.00 9

Statement of Financial Activity Support and Revenue - May 31, 2009 SUPPORT AND REVENUE Unrestricted Temp. Restricted Perm. Restricted 2009 TOTAL Contributions & 187,852 13,030 --- 200,882 Private Grants Tuition & 1,322,765 --- --- 1,322,765 Program Fees Events 59,457 --- --- 59,457 (Less Donor Beneﬁts of $44,823) Interest, Dividends, & 44,086 9,747 --- 53,833 Gains Other Income 10,038 -- --- 10,038 Total Support & Revenue 1,624,198 22,777 --- 1,646,975 Net Assets Released 56,883 (56,883) --- --- Total Support - 1,681,081 (34,106) --- 1,646,975 Reclassiﬁcations 11

Revenue and Expens 2008 - 2009 2008 - 2009 Revenue Expenses �� 12

Statement of Financial Activity Expenses and Net Assets - May 31, 2009 FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES Unrestricted Temp. Restricted Perm. Restricted 2009 TOTAL Program Services Havern School 1,281,181 --- --- 1,281,181 Tuition Assistance 210,280 --- --- 210,280 Supporting Services Management & 96,452 --- --- 96,452 General Resource Development 90,418 --- --- 90,418 186,870 --- --- 186,870 TOTAL EXPENSES 1,678,331 --- --- 1,678,331 Change in Net Assets (operating) 2,750 (34,106) --- (31,356) Unrealized Gain (Loss) (259,503) --- --- (259,503) (290,859) CHANGE IN NET ASSETS (256,753) (34,106) --- 1,428,951 NET ASSETS, begin. of yr. 1,207,951 58,500 162,500 1,138,092 NET ASSETS, end of yr. 951,198 24,394 162,500 13

Giving by Source �� Income from �� Fundraisers, Donations, and Gifts �� 2008 - 2009 �� Foundations $118,000 Individual Donations $36,685 Box Tops/One Cause/Target $740 Annual Fund Campaign $19,862 Garden Party Fundraiser (Spring 2008) $33,832 24th Annual Golf Tournament $30,243 15

Thank You ! Thank you to all of the gracious donors who have given to Havern School. You make a difference! 17

OUR COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM PROVIDES: On-site intervention by experienced professionals - speech/language therapy - occupational therapy - social skills instruction Small class size - 10-15 students per class - student-to-staff ratio of 4:1 Fine arts curriculum - art - music 4000 S. Wadsworth Blvd. - drama Littleton, CO 80123 (303) 986-4587 Digital classroom skills www.haverncenter.org - both practical and creative computer skills Research-based, systematic instruction

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