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LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - MARICOPA

CHANDLER, AZ · EIN 270637575 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE B90 · Education · Large ($10M-$50M) · maricopa.legacytraditional.org
revenue
$11.9M
expenses
$11.1M
net assets
$-735K
employees
157
volunteers
1,220
program ratio
81%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE MOTIVATED STUDENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO ACHIEVE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN AN ACCELERATED, BACK-TO-BASICS, SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT TAUGHT BY CARING, KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HIGHLY EFFECTIVE EDUCATORS IN COOPERATION WITH SUPPORTIVE, INVOLVED PARENTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Legacy Traditional Schools is a network of tuition-free public charter schools serving K-8 students in Arizona, Nevada, South Carolina, and Texas. The organization provides a traditional, back-to-basics curriculum with a focus on academic excellence, character development, and a safe learning environment. They aim to prepare students for lifelong success through a well-rounded education.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

Daily Flag Ceremonies
A tradition that builds unity, respect, and pride through the Pledge of Allegiance, patriotic reflection, and student recognition.
Full-Day Kindergarten
Tuition-free, full-day kindergarten designed to build strong foundations in reading, writing, and math.
Legacy Kids Care
Before- and after-school care program offering a safe, structured, and affordable place for children outside regular school hours with time for homework, socializing, and age-appropriate activities.
Momentum Fitness Program
Takes place in state-of-the-art gym facilities, emphasizing physical wellness, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.
Mozart Performing Arts Program
Provides students with daily access to music education through dedicated music spaces and modern piano labs.
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Provides nutritious meals for students, with free or reduced-price options for eligible families based on household income.
Pre-Kindergarten Program
A program available at select campuses designed to blend academic readiness with joyful learning in a nurturing, age-appropriate setting.
activities · 12 clusters

what they do

  • After-School & Extracurricular Enrichment Programs 2 activities
    • Deliver comprehensive academic and extracurricular curriculum
      Provides a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum across all campuses including music, art, physical education, athletics, and extracurricular clubs such as robotics and theater. These programs support student engagement, development, and enrichment beyond core academic instruction.
    • Offering Extracurricular Activities
      Offers extracurricular clubs in areas such as robotics and theater to support student engagement and development.
  • Parent and Family Engagement Coordination 2 activities
    • Facilitating Parent Involvement
      Offers opportunities for parents to volunteer and participate in school activities.
    • Support family engagement and volunteerism
      Offers structured opportunities for parents to volunteer and participate in school activities, fostering family involvement in the educational experience.
  • After-School Youth Development Programs 2 activities
    • Offer before- and after-school care programs
      Operates on-site before- and after-school care called Legacy Kids Care, providing affordable, structured enrichment and homework support for students outside regular school hours.
    • Providing Before and After School Care
      Operates an on-site before- and after-school care program called Legacy Kids Care that provides structured enrichment and homework time.
  • School-Based Meal Programs 2 activities
    • Provide school meals through federal nutrition programs
      Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to provide daily nutritious meals that meet USDA standards, including free or reduced-price options for eligible students, ensuring access to healthy food during the school day.
    • Providing Student Meals
      Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to provide daily nutritious meals, including free or reduced-price options, that meet USDA standards for students.
  • Veteran and First Responder Recognition Ceremonies 1 activity
    • Administer character and civic education routines
      Conducts a daily flag ceremony that includes the Pledge of Allegiance, patriotic reflection, and student recognition to promote civic values and school community.
  • School Campus Tours for Prospective Families 1 activity
    • Facilitate school tours for prospective families
      Conducts in-person tours of school facilities including classrooms, lunch areas, gym, art and music rooms, and outdoor spaces to support enrollment decisions by showcasing the campus environment.
  • Classical & Back-to-Basics Charter Schools 1 activity
    • Operate Pre-K-8 charter school campuses
      Operates a network of 26 tuition-free public charter school campuses serving over 28,700 students in Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, with plans for expansion. Each campus provides full-day Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade education with a back-to-basics curriculum emphasizing direct instruction in core subjects, arts, physical education, and character development.
  • Charter High School Operation 1 activity
    • Operating K-8 Charter Schools
      Operates a network of 26 tuition-free public charter schools across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, serving over 28,700 K-8 students with a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum.
  • Guided Reading Intervention Programs 1 activity
    • Provide grade-specific reading support through book recommendations
      Offers curated book recommendations tailored to each grade level from 1st through 7th grade to support reading development, engagement, and early literacy skills.
  • Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Programs 1 activity
    • Providing Pre-Kindergarten Programs
      Offers a Pre-Kindergarten program that combines academic readiness with age-appropriate, nurturing learning experiences.
  • Arizona Tax Credit Donation Facilitation 1 activity
    • Supporting Student Activities through Tax Credits
      Enables donors to use Arizona tax credits to support student activities.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Curating Book Recommendations
      Provides curated book recommendations for 1st through 7th-grade students to support reading development and engagement.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$11.94M
Contributions & grants$11.61M97%
Program service revenue$316K3%
Investment income$11K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$11.06M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$5.73M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$17.99M
Cash$7.16M
Investments$0
Liabilities$18.72M
Net assets$-735K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +0.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 5
  • DIEGO GETTLER — PRESIDENT
  • HEATHER JONES — TREASURER
  • JENNI FERRIN — SECRETARY
  • JIM BEAUDOIN — DIRECTOR
  • KATHY SENSEMAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Avela Partner — Partners with Avela to manage student enrollment applications.
  • Cognia Network — Accredited by Cognia, a nationally recognized nonprofit that accredits K–12 schools based on rigorous standards.
  • NSLP Government — Participates in the National School Lunch Program to provide student meals.
  • USDA Government — Participates in the National School Lunch Program and follows USDA nutrition standards for school meals.