American School At Hartford For The

West Hartford, CT · Founded 1817

America's oldest permanent school serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students through comprehensive education programs

Primary audience
Deaf Students
Work area
Special Education
Topic
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing
Contact
Jeffrey Bravin
Website Contact

About Organization

Founded in 1817, the American School for the Deaf provides education, outreach, and support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in West Hartford, CT. The organization operates with 494 employees and reported $42.9 million in revenue for 2023, serving students through a language-rich communication environment supported by advanced technology.

What They Focus On

Deaf Education

Providing comprehensive academic programs designed specifically for deaf and hard-of-hearing students using visual communication methods

Family Engagement

Supporting families through outreach programs that help parents and caregivers communicate effectively with their deaf children

Student Empowerment

Fostering independence and self-direction through technology integration and language-rich learning environments that prepare students for lifelong success

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$42.9M

+20.8% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$42.5M

+12.5% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$76.3M

+19.8% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

494

+16% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $42,947,517 $42,461,257 $76,314,392 494
2022 $35,557,123 $37,753,114 $63,712,339 426
2021 $44,148,151 $35,922,741 $58,629,293 370
2020 $32,997,954 $35,384,473 $63,167,009 374
2019 $33,424,282 $34,364,627 $57,210,777 406
2018 $30,806,663 $31,160,690 $60,052,144 396
2017 $34,454,936 $30,634,877 $62,846,314 432

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Language-Rich Environment

    Create communication-rich settings where deaf students learn through American Sign Language and visual methods

  • 02

    Dedicated Staff Guidance

    Provide committed educators and specialists trained in deaf education to support individual student needs

  • 03

    Technology Support

    Integrate advanced technology systems to enhance learning experiences and communication accessibility for students

  • 04

    Lifelong Learning

    Empower students to become educated, self-directed learners prepared for independence and continued growth

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American School At Hartford For The

Deaf Education Services

Comprehensive educational programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing students using American Sign Language and robust technology

Family Support Programs

Outreach and guidance services for families of deaf students to foster communication and learning at home

Language Development

Language-rich communication environment maximizing each student's potential through dedicated staff and peer interaction

Technology Integration

Robust technology systems supporting deaf education and enabling students to become self-directed lifelong learners

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American School At Hartford For The.

JB

Jeffrey Bravin

Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $406,592
JP

Jennifer Pizzoferrato

Chief Financial Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $227,513
ED

Elizabeth De Rosa

Director Of Institutional
Full-time
Compensation: $147,359
BC

Barbara Cassin

First Vice President
2 hrs/week
GC

Grant C Bogle

Second Vice President
2 hrs/week
JN

Jonathan N Rubin

President
2 hrs/week
PM

Paula Morabito

Assistant Superintendent, AED
Full-time
Compensation: $232,666
HK

Heidi King

Psychiatric Mental Health
Full-time
Compensation: $153,148
RW

Randel Walker

Residential Counselor
Full-time
Compensation: $145,208
TB

Tyrohn Bell

Residential Counselor
Full-time
Compensation: $132,231
AL

Adrienne L Billings-Smith

Director
BB

Beverly Buckner-Baker

Director
BF

Bridgett Feagin

Director
CM

Catherine M Burns

Director
CG

Christine G Bogino

Director
CA

Christopher An Kurz

Director
CA

Cristi Alberino

Director
DP

Damen Polance

Director
DR

Dennis R Ferguson

Director
EA

Elizabeth A Hendry

Director
EH

Ezra H Ripple

Director
JF

James F Bedard

Director
JY

Jeffrey Y Mansfield

Director
JA

John A Serrano

Director
LB

Luis B Perez

Director
MS

Mark Sprague

Director
NL

Ned Lamont

Director
PB

Paul Bhebert

Director
PJ

Peter J Adamowicz

Director
RH

Ricardo Hernandez

Director
SM

Sandra McLennon

Director
TD

Thomas D Policelli

Director
TG

Thomas G Conforti

Director
TS

Tracy Smith

Director
WI

Wayne I Benjamin

Director

Milestones

1817

School Founded

1817

Established as the first permanent school for the deaf in the United States

1935

IRS Recognition

1935

Received tax-exempt status recognition from the Internal Revenue Service

2021

Peak Revenue Year

2021

Achieved highest recorded revenue of $44.1 million supporting expanded educational services

2023

Staff Expansion

2023

Grew to 494 employees, representing significant increase in educational support capacity

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AL
Adrienne L Billings-Smith Director 2.00 hrs/week
BB
Beverly Buckner-Baker Director 2.00 hrs/week
BF
Bridgett Feagin Director 2.00 hrs/week
CM
Catherine M Burns Director 2.00 hrs/week
CG
Christine G Bogino Director 2.00 hrs/week
CA
Christopher An Kurz Director 2.00 hrs/week
CA
Cristi Alberino Director 2.00 hrs/week
DP
Damen Polance Director 2.00 hrs/week
DR
Dennis R Ferguson Director 2.00 hrs/week
EA
Elizabeth A Hendry Director 2.00 hrs/week
EH
Ezra H Ripple Director 2.00 hrs/week
JF
James F Bedard Director 2.00 hrs/week
JY
Jeffrey Y Mansfield Director 2.00 hrs/week
JA
John A Serrano Director 2.00 hrs/week
LB
Luis B Perez Director 2.00 hrs/week
MS
Mark Sprague Director 2.00 hrs/week
NL
Ned Lamont Director 2.00 hrs/week
NS
Nelson Simons Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
PB
Paul Bhebert Director 2.00 hrs/week
PJ
Peter J Adamowicz Director 2.00 hrs/week
RH
Ricardo Hernandez Director 2.00 hrs/week
SM
Sandra McLennon Director 2.00 hrs/week
TD
Thomas D Policelli Director 2.00 hrs/week
TG
Thomas G Conforti Director 2.00 hrs/week
TS
Tracy Smith Director 2.00 hrs/week
WI
Wayne I Benjamin Director 2.00 hrs/week
WA
Wendella Ault Battey ESQ Secretary 2.00 hrs/week
JN
Jonathan N. Rubin Immediate Past President
BJ
Barbara J. Cassin President
GC
Grant C. Bogle First Vice President, Chair, Philanthropic Strategy Ad Hoc Committee
PB
Paul B. Hebert Treasurer, Chair, Investment and Finance Committees
BB
Beverly Buckner Baker Director
LH
Lisa Hamlin Director, Chair, Institutional Advancement/Marketing Committee
PH
Pamela Hans Director
EA
Elizabeth A. Henry Director
AM
Alexandra McGee Director

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.5M

Highest Paid

$422K

Jeffrey Bravin

Compensated Officers

7

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Jeffrey Bravin Executive Director $406,592 $15,250 $421,842 40
Paula Morabito Assistant Executive Direct $232,666 $18,250 $250,916 40
Jennifer Pizzoferrato Chief Financial Officer $227,513 $10,000 $237,513 40
Heidi King Psychiatric Mental Health $153,148 $7,647 $160,795 40
Elizabeth De Rosa Director Of Institutional $147,359 $5,429 $152,788 40
Randel Walker Residential Counselor $145,208 $5,006 $150,214 40
Tyrohn Bell Residential Counselor $132,231 $5,848 $138,079 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$155K Grants Received
3 Organizations

Top Funders

3 total
HF
Hartford Foundation For Public Giving
$117K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$28K
TC
The Community Foundation For Greater New
$10K
Hartford Foundation For Public Giving Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Community Foundation For Greater New
Hartford Foundation For Public Giving Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Community Foundation For Greater New

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
Asd Institute Of Deaf Ed And Culture
West Hartford, CT
Educate Public Re History And Accomplishments Of Individuals Who Are Deaf
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Contact

Get in touch with American School At Hartford For The

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(860) 570-2300

Social

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139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107