Annual Report 2009

ANNUAL REPORT 2008-2009HAVERN SCHOOL

Children Learning Disabiliti Succ

Every Child Can LEARN

Every child has POTENTIAL

EVERY CHILD IS Unique

We believe that

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.

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Havern School Board of Truste

David C. Barth Peter D. Bowes Amy Burnett Mike Diefenderfer Matt Dorighi, M.D. Elizabeth Hesse Cathy Mueller, SL Amanda PiscopoErin Shrago, Psy D.Denise B. SmallSteve WatsonJohn WeckbaughDon WendellMary Catherine Widger, SL

BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2008 - 2009

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Dear Friends of Havern,

I love teamwork! I thoroughly enjoy working with others towards a common goal; the feeling of synergy and achieving something that could never have been accomplished alone.

Thanks to the combined efforts of the exceptional and dedicated individuals that comprise the Havern community, this year has been an extraordinary example of teamwork at Havern School.

The Board of Trustees is successfully steering the school through these turbulent economic times while planning for a bright future. Despite financial insecurity and some very real challenges, many generous donors and contributors not only maintained levels of giving but stepped it up this year; making it possible to continue the singular program we provide our students AND to make some wonderful new additions.

The Havern staff always amazes me with their dedication, caring and creativity. From the classroom teachers and therapists, to the administrative staff and the Head of School, they are truly Havern School’s most valuable players!

Thank you for a successful year, but the next season is already upon us. I hope you will be a member of our winning team as we support and cheer on Havern School and, most importantly, our students.

Denise SmallHavern School Board of TrusteesBoard Chair

Letter from the Direor

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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.EdHead of School

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.

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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.

The Annual Fund Campaign is held in the fall/winter. The goal of this vital fundraiser is to achieve 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.

In 2008-09, participation levels were

Havern Board of Trustees 100% Havern Faculty and Staff 100% Havern Families 48%

Annual Fund Proceeds for 2008-09:

$28,000

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Endowment Funds

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.

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Interest/dividend income from the Havern School Endowment is used to fund annual operating expenses. The endowment principal remains intact.

Endowment Funds at Havern

Annual Fund gifts provide for the present day; Endowment Fund gifts last forever.Both are essential to the financial health of Havern School.

Total Number of Volunteer Hours in 2008-2009:

2385

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(or 29.8 Volunteer Hours per Student)

To Havern’s many dedicated volunteers - Thank you!!

Parent Association and Volunteers

Classroom Field Trips Staff Appreciation Week 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 Scrip & Gift Card Program $1475.00 Usborne Book Fair $250.00

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:

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Amanda Piscopo, PFH president

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Statement of Financial Activity

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Support and Revenue - May 31, 2009

SUPPORT AND REVENUE

Contributions & Private Grants

Tuition & Program Fees

Events (Less Donor Benefits of $44,823)

Interest, Dividends, & Gains

Other IncomeTotal Support & Revenue

Net Assets Released

Total Support -Reclassifications

Unrestricted

187,852

1,322,765

59,457

44,086

10,038 1,624,198

56,883

1,681,081

Temp. Restricted

13,030

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9,747

-- 22,777

(56,883)

(34,106)

Perm. Restricted

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2009 TOTAL

200,882

1,322,765

59,457

53,833

10,038 1,646,975

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1,646,975

Revenue and Expens

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2008 - 2009 Revenue

2008 - 2009 Expenses

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Statement of Financial ActivityExpenses and Net Assets - May 31, 2009

FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES

Program Services Havern School Tuition Assistance

Supporting Services

Management & General

Resource Development

TOTAL EXPENSES

Unrestricted

1,281,181 210,280

96,452

90,418 186,870 1,678,331

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2009 TOTAL

1,281,181 210,280

96,452

90,418 186,870 1,678,331

Change in Net Assets (operating)

Unrealized Gain (Loss)

CHANGE IN NET ASSETSNET ASSETS, begin. of yr.NET ASSETS, end of yr.

2,750

(259,503)

(256,753) 1,207,951 951,198

(34,106)

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(34,106) 58,500 24,394

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(31,356)

(259,503) (290,859) 1,428,951 1,138,092

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Giving by Source

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Foundations $118,000

IndividualDonations

$36,685

Box Tops/One Cause/Target

$740

Annual Fund Campaign

$19,862

Garden Party Fundraiser(Spring 2008)

$33,832

“Chip in for Havern” Golf Tournament(Fall 2008)

$30,243

$239,362

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Foundations $118,000Individual Donations $36,685Box Tops/One Cause/Target $740Annual Fund Campaign $19,862Garden Party Fundraiser (Spring 2008) $33,83224th Annual Golf Tournament $30,243

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Income fromFundraisers, Donations, and Gifts

2008 - 2009

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Thank You !

Thank you to all of the gracious donors who have given to Havern School.

You make a difference!

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4000 S. Wadsworth Blvd.Littleton, CO 80123(303) 986-4587www.haverncenter.org

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 - drama

Digital classroom skills

- both practical and creative computer skills

Research-based, systematic instruction