What does Severn School Inc do?

Severn School MySevern About Us arrow Welcome Head of School Welcome Severn at a Glance Strategic Plan Diversity Equity Inclusion... The organization focuses on delivering measurable outcomes through structured programs and dedicated staff working directly with target populations.

How can I get involved?

Individuals can participate through volunteering, making financial contributions, or attending community events. The organization welcomes diverse forms of engagement from supporters interested in advancing the mission.

Who does this organization serve?

Services target specific populations based on identified needs within the community. The organization works to ensure access and equity in program delivery across diverse demographics.

How is impact measured?

The organization tracks key performance indicators including participant outcomes, service utilization rates, and community feedback. Regular evaluation informs program adjustments and strategic planning.

Severn School Inc

Severna Park, MD · Founded 1938

Independent school providing college preparatory education for grades six through twelve

Primary audience

General Public

Work area

Educational Services

Topic

Education

Contact

Shannon Howell

Website Contact

About Organization

Severn School provides rigorous college preparatory education emphasizing academic excellence, character development, and global citizenship for middle and upper school students. The Maryland institution offers comprehensive programs preparing students for higher education and leadership in a complex world.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Providing direct assistance and support to communities through structured programs and dedicated staff.

Community Engagement

Building partnerships and collaborations to amplify impact and create sustainable change in target populations.

Organizational Growth

Strengthening operational capacity and expanding resources to increase reach and effectiveness of interventions.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$30.7M

+7.2% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$28.7M

+11.6% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$79.6M

+13.7% vs 2021

Employees (2023)

327

+15.1% vs 2021

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$30,743,982	$28,671,950	$79,570,199	327
2021	$28,689,233	$25,680,329	$70,000,569	284
2020	$24,879,603	$24,643,017	$73,013,409	265
2019	$24,895,312	$23,623,327	$68,583,815	310
2018	$24,224,469	$22,983,318	$65,851,334	295
2017	$23,300,771	$22,569,313	$65,321,861	298

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

01

Identify Needs

Assess community requirements through research and stakeholder engagement to determine priority areas for intervention.
02

Develop Programs

Design and implement targeted initiatives based on identified needs and evidence-based practices.
03

Deliver Services

Execute programs through trained staff and volunteers while maintaining quality standards and participant safety.
04

Measure Impact

Evaluate outcomes through data collection and analysis to ensure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Severn School Inc

Core Services

Delivering primary programs and services to target populations through trained staff and volunteers.

Community Outreach

Engaging communities through educational initiatives and awareness campaigns that promote organizational mission.

Support Programs

Providing assistance and resources to individuals and families through direct intervention and referral services.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Severn School Inc.

Michael Glasby Director

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging; Boys Varsity Basketball, Head Coach

Shannon Howell Director

Development

Kim Slade Director

Enrollment Management and Outreach

Shannon Howell

Director Of Development

Full-time

Compensation: $173,232

Douglas Lagarde

Head Of School

Full-time

Compensation: $596,115

Christopher Sapienza

Dir. Of Business & Finance

Full-time

Compensation: $181,952

Kimberly Slade

Dir. Of Enrollment Managem

Full-time

Compensation: $160,133

Sidra Smith

Dir. Of Studies And Strate

Full-time

Compensation: $155,458

Cathy North

Head, Lower School

Full-time

Compensation: $138,888

Stephen Soden

Head, Upper School

Full-time

Compensation: $134,567

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Adam Williams Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Andrew Bauer Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Carolyn Benz Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Catherine Herrick Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

David Williams Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Dr Katherine Graw Lamond Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Ed Coleman Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Edward Hiller Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Elsa Maskell Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Gina M Destefano Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

John C Stamato Vice Chair 3.00 hrs/week

John Lewis Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Jon M Mahan Chair 3.00 hrs/week

Jonathan P Kagan Secretary 3.00 hrs/week

Katie Leavy Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Kirk Jay Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Laure Fisher Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Matt Alsted Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Michael Clark Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Mikell Parsh Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Nels Olson Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Rocky Cintron Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Sarah Walsh Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Shaun R Mathis Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Sherwood E Page Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Stephanie Jacobs Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Taylor Scott Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Vishva Gheewala Treasurer 3.00 hrs/week

Wendy Jones Trustee 3.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.8M

Highest Paid

$659K

Douglas Lagarde

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Douglas Lagarde	Head Of School	$596,115	$62,496	$658,611	40
Shannon Howell	Director Of Development	$173,232	$58,212	$231,444	40
Christopher Sapienza	DIR. Of Business & Finance	$181,952	$47,365	$229,317	40
Stephen Soden	Head, Upper School	$134,567	$53,641	$188,208	40
Kimberly Slade	DIR. Of Enrollment Managem	$160,133	$24,771	$184,904	40
Cathy North	Head, Lower School	$138,888	$45,642	$184,530	40
Sidra Smith	DIR. Of Studies And Strate	$155,458	$13,459	$168,917	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
MR Douglas Lagarde	Head Of School	$444,255	$54,723	$498,978	40
MR Terry Del Prete	DIR. Of Business & Finance	$214,623	$34,659	$249,282	40
MR Shannon Howell	Director Of Development	$154,711	$64,989	$219,700	40
MR Stephen Soden	Head, Upper School	$126,012	$65,746	$191,758	40
MS Cathy North	Head, Lower School	$124,240	$54,026	$178,266	40
MR Daniel Keller	Head, Middle School	$111,761	$50,842	$162,603	40
MR Julian Domenech	Athletic Director	$118,360	$38,403	$156,763	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
MR Douglas Lagarde	Head Of School	$578,110	$53,325	$631,435	40
MR Terry Del Prete	DIR. Of Business & Finance	$200,024	$43,758	$243,782	40
MR Shannon Howell	Director Of Development	$144,706	$67,866	$212,572	40
MR Stephen Soden	Head, Upper School	$125,137	$51,073	$176,210	40
MS Cathy North	Head, Lower School	$118,196	$52,520	$170,716	40
MS Mary Green	Director Of Advancement	$132,181	$32,513	$164,694	40
MS Kelly Wilson	Director Of Studies	$120,276	$19,080	$139,356	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
MR Douglas Lagarde	Head Of School	$411,412	$50,046	$461,458	40
MR Terry Del Prete	DIR. Of Business & Finance	$189,817	$46,683	$236,500	40
MR Shannon Howell	Director Of Development	$139,530	$62,919	$202,449	40
MS Cathy North	Head, Lower School	$112,771	$57,594	$170,365	40
MS Mary Green	Director Of Advancement	$123,013	$36,847	$159,860	40
MR Julian Domenech	Athletic Director	$109,446	$41,697	$151,143	40
MS Kelly Wilson	Director Of Studies	$112,765	$14,538	$127,303	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
MR Douglas Lagarde	Headmaster	$400,354	$47,807	$448,161	40
MR Terry Del Prete	DIR. Of Business And Finance	$183,445	$45,140	$228,585	40
MR Shannon Howell	Director Of Development	$134,115	$60,726	$194,841	40
MS Cathy North	Head, Lower School	$108,476	$62,674	$171,150	40
MS Beatrice Fuller	Head, Upper School	$141,398	$20,028	$161,426	40
MS Mary Green	Director Of Advancement	$122,425	$32,647	$155,072	40
MS Lise Charlier	Director Of Studies	$126,138	$10,794	$136,932	40

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

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partially Forgiven

Total Approved

$2.8M

Total Forgiven

$2.7M

95% forgiven

Jobs Retained

204

Loan Details 1 loan

$2,822,400

Partially Forgiven

Forgiven: $2,668,625 95%

Approved Apr 15, 2020

Lender Sandy Spring Bank

Jobs Reported 204

Forgiven On Aug 3, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$215K Grants Received

5 Organizations

Top Funders

5 total

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

$139K

Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. 2 grants

$23K

T Rowe Price Program For Charitable

$22K

The Chicago Community Trust 2 grants

$20K

American Online Giving Foundation Inc.

$11K

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. T Rowe Price Program For Charitable The Chicago Community Trust American Online Giving Foundation Inc.

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

Contact

Get in touch with Severn School Inc

Phone

(410) 647-7701

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Visit Website

201 Water Street Severna Park, MD 21146

Severn School Inc

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Identify Needs

Develop Programs

Deliver Services

Measure Impact

Programs and Initiatives

Core Services

Community Outreach

Support Programs

Team & Leadership

Michael Glasby Director

Shannon Howell Director

Kim Slade Director

Shannon Howell

Douglas Lagarde

Christopher Sapienza

Kimberly Slade

Sidra Smith

Cathy North

Stephen Soden

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Loan Details 1 loan

Partners & Funders

Top Funders

Contact

Phone

Social