Fiddlehead School
- Assets
- $2.5m
- Revenue
- $2.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 57
- Location
- Gray, ME
- Founding
- 08/2013
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 46-2313240
Organization Overview
Fiddlehead School, operating under the name Fiddlehead School Of Arts & Science, is located in Gray, ME. The organization was established in 2013. According to its NTEE Classification (B29) the organization is classified as: Charter Schools, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Fiddlehead School Of Arts & Science employed 57 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fiddlehead School Of Arts & Science is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Fiddlehead School Of Arts & Science generated $2.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.8% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO FACILITATE LEARNING THROUGH AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO THE ARTS AND SCIENCES IN A SAFE, CREATIVE, FUND AND LOVING ENVIRONMENT. WHAT WE STRIVE FOR AT FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES IS COMMITTED TO THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHOLE CHILD - SOCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, ACADEMICALLY, INTELLECTUALLY, AND ARTISTICALLY. THE GOAL OF A FIDDLEHEAD EDUCATION IS FOR STUDENTS TO BUILD A TOOLBOX OF HABITS, SKILLS, AND WONDERINGS TO DRIVE A LIFELONG LOVE OF LEARNING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOLS IS A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL THAT OPENED IN FALL 2013. IT PROVIDES EDUCATION TO APPROXIMATELY 189 CHILDREN FROM 15 SCHOOL DISTRICTS FROM PRE-K THROUGH GRADE 8. THE PRINCIPLES OF THE INSPIRATION OF THE REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH GUIDE TEACHING AND LEARNING AT FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOL: THE IMAGE OF THE CHILD,CHILDREN'S RELATIONSHIPS AND INTERACTIONS WITHIN A SYSTEM, THE ROLE OF FAMILIES, THE ROLE OF SPACE, TEACHERS AND CHILDREN AS PARTNERS IN LEARNING. AT FIDDLEHEAD, CHILDREN DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCY IN LITERACY, MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS, AND A FOREIGN LANGUAGE. MISSION OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM: FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOLS IS A PUBLIC CHARTER THAT PROVIDES EDUCATION FROM PRE-K THROUGH GRADE 8. THE PRINCIPLES OF THE REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH GUIDE TEACHING AND LEARNING AT FIDDLEHEAD SCHOOL AT THE EARLY CHILDHOOD AGES FROM GRADES PRE-K TO 2ND GRADE: IN GRADES 3RD THROUGH 5TH OUR APPROACH IS MORE INQUIRY BASED; AND IN THE UPPER GRADES OUR APPROACH IS PROJECT & PLACED BASED. THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACHES, OUR GOAL IS TO DEVELOP THE WHOLE CHILD/WHOLE STUDENT.
MISSION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM: WITHIN OUR SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICE THE MISSION OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO MEET THE CHILD WHERE THEY ARE AND PROVIDE AN INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN THAT AIDS IN A YEARS WORTH OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT BASED ON EACH CHILD'S INDIVIDUAL GOALS.
MISSION OF FACILITIES PROGRAM: THE MISSION OF OUR FACILITIES PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT BY WHICH CHILDREN CAN LEARN AND GROW. IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE FACILITY CLEAN AND UP TO DATE ON MAINTENANCE ANNUALLY BY IDENTIFYING AREAS OF NEED.
OTHER PROGRAMS: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES - TRANSPORTATION AND OTHER STUDENT SERVICES
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jacinda Cotton-Castro Executive Di | Officer | 55 | $78,471 |
William Doughty Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Sally Morris Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Ben Kramer Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Carolyn Beem Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Doug Lynch Edu Comm Cha | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $339,140 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $11,031 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $350,171 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,772,546 |
| Investment income | $1,276 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,123,993 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,150,784 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $95,215 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $97,717 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,173 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,880 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $87,610 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,899 |
| Office expenses | $57,294 |
| Information technology | $47,725 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $140,647 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,891 |
| Interest | $20,447 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $58,310 |
| Insurance | $14,414 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,886,515 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $757,519 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $9,315 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,682,814 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,092 |
| Total assets | $2,450,740 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $136,213 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $1,092 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,523,425 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,660,730 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $790,010 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,450,740 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Fiddlehead School has recieved totaling $357.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $357 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Virtual Learning Academy Charter School Exeter, NH | $4,364,365 | $12,032,123 |
Maine Technology Institute Brunswick, ME | $20,192,850 | $10,752,801 |
Baxter Academies Of Maine Portland, ME | $5,059,959 | $5,291,894 |
Acadia Academy Lewiston, ME | $2,946,012 | $4,193,660 |
Harpswell Coastal Academy Inc Harpswell, ME | $1,328,759 | $3,434,927 |
Fiddlehead School Gray, ME | $2,450,740 | $2,123,993 |
Great Bay Elearning Charter School Exeter, NH | $1,221,712 | $1,886,991 |
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School Manchester, NH | $870,753 | $1,875,543 |
Compass Classical Academy Tilton, NH | $1,304,816 | $1,309,060 |
Next Charter School Derry, NH | $1,803,956 | $1,664,118 |
Making Community Connections Charter School Amherst, NH | $443,439 | $1,365,054 |
Gate City Charter School For The Arts Merrimack, NH | $402,137 | $1,441,405 |