Published July 2024

OST Program

Public Engagement

Financials

Future of EHTP

EHTP prepares students with the academic skills, strength of character, and emotional well-being to excel academically, lead in their communities, and realize their best possible selves. To read EHTP’s racial equity statement, please click here.

Our Programs

We work in partnership with students and their families as they harness the limitless potential of East Harlem.

In addition to operating a network of Pre-K - 12th-grade public charter schools, EHTP offers elementary, middle, and high school scholars in the community a variety of after-school activities, support for college scholars, and a teaching residency program to support new teachers from our communities.

We can only realize our best possible selves by building love and acknowledging our past and present. Our students and families need to hear our voices of love and support more than ever. We can’t support our students if we don’t support who they are and where they’re from. We celebrate that New York City is an immigrant city.

Because of this, EHTP acknowledges that it is located on ancestral Lenape homelands and recognizes the longstanding significance of these lands for Lenape nations past and present.

We are also conscious that New York City has the largest urban Native population in the United States.

We believe that historical awareness of Indigenous exclusion and erasure is critically important and are committed to working to overcome their effects in our own educational institutions.

Dear East Harlem Tutorial Program Community,

I am honored to address you as the Interim CEO of the East Harlem Tutorial Program and the East Harlem Scholars Academies. Stepping into this role, I have been inspired by the dedication and achievements of our scholars, educators, staff, and community over the past year.

In the spirit of community service, EHTP has expanded its outreach by providing more services than ever before, including a food pantry, legal services, and free tax preparation assistance. Our commitment to serving and supporting the community remains unwavering, reflecting our dedication to fostering the success and well-being of our community. 

East Harlem Scholars Academy High School’s first senior class graduation marked a significant milestone, and we took great care to ensure this group of scholars had an amazing experience and were well-prepared for the exciting chapters ahead. The anticipation for our new high school building located at 2017 1st Avenue, set to open in 2024, is palpable in the community and within our teams. This project symbolizes our steadfast commitment to providing the best possible learning environment for our scholars.

Our educators have exhibited unwavering devotion, ensuring the highest quality of teaching, learning, and care for our students. Amid challenges, the return of cherished traditions and events, such as community circles, back-to-school nights, and college fairs, brings joy and a sense of normalcy to our community.

Furthermore, we actively celebrated events within the community like Back to School, Create Love, and Build Love to bring individuals into our spaces. This deliberate effort aimed to foster togetherness and community spirit, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Reflecting on the past, we acknowledged the importance of unity during challenging times. After celebrating our 65th anniversary serving El Barrio, we remain resolute to our mission of ensuring that all East Harlem students achieve postsecondary success. Each scholar’s journey is an honor to be a part of, and I extend heartfelt thanks to our community for its continued support and contributions.

Sincerely,

INGRID SOTELO
Interim Chief Executive Officer, 2023

1,274

Scholars

enrolled in the 2023 School Year

14%

of students

are Multi-Language Learners (MLL)

92%

rate of graduation

from high school
within 4 years

83%

graduating seniors

applied and were accepted to at least one college

270

elementary, middle, & high school scholars

participated in summer academic, enrichment, and civic activities

452

elementary, middle, & high school scholars

engaged in after-school academic support and enrichment activities

190

postsecondary
scholars

received support services during the 2022-2023 school year

Summer 2022

With 83% average attendance across all grades, Summer Boost provided 215 rising 1st- through rising 9th-graders with a robust curriculum with lesson-level detail; new club activities including music, pottery, and cultural arts; and two full-day field trips on Fridays.

HS Civic Project

 Summer 2022 included a High School Civic Project in which 38 scholars participated in planting bee- and butterfly-friendly plants in an East Harlem garden and creating photographic documentation of their efforts.

STEAM

A total of 129 scholars engaged in age- and team-based STEAM activities. EHTP was one of five organizations nationwide to receive a generous FIRST STEM Equity Community Innovation Grant to support our FIRST Robotics Competition team!

Mt. Sinai Hospital Partnership

This year marked the third cycle of the Mt. Sinai Cloud-Based Data Science Program with 4 scholars completing self-paced biostatistics modules and capstone projects. Two scholars’ researched different topics regarding telehealth usage in NYC.

HIGH SCHOOL CIVIC PROJECT IN THE NEWS

Volunteering & Internships

13,631 hours were volunteered overall with College Mentors performing 541 hours with OST seniors and 1st-year College Scholars. 117 internships were offered by organizations dedicated to working with our OST and EHSA programs.

Food
Pantry

In partnership with Common Pantry and CHiPS, our Public Engagement Team continued to operate our Food Pantry at our 2050 2nd Avenue location. This year, 250 families picked up 600 bags of food, averaging about 40 families served per month.

Annual
Turkey Drive

500 of our scholars’ families and East Harlem community members received turkeys and veggies from Butter Beans Kitchen, our lunch service provider, and 20 scholars volunteered to distribute food baskets to their neighbors for the holiday.

Emergency
Assistance Fund

During FY23, we provided almost $80,000 in support to 80 EHTP families, College Scholars, and staff who experienced financial hardship.

Community Tax Prep

To assist our scholars’ families with the costs and problem-solving of annual tax preparation, we hosted Single Stop at one of our locations. As a result, 209 community members completed tax returns for free, resulting in $343,522 in total refunds!

Coat Drive

By leveraging partnerships with Nightingale Bamford School and Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, we collected and distributed over 75 winter coats to families in need. 

EHTP extends our deepest gratitude to Lili Lynton for her remarkable 30 years of service and dedication to our organization. Her invaluable contributions as a Board member have played a pivotal role in shaping our mission and guiding us toward our goals. Lili’s expertise and leadership have been instrumental in our growth and success. Her unwavering commitment to education and social justice, evidenced by her service on the boards of EHTP and The National Bail Project, inspires us all. As she embarks on new endeavors, her legacy of impact will continue to resonate within our community. Thank you, Lili, for your unwavering support and dedication to the youth of East Harlem.

After 15 years of remarkable expansion, including the founding of five charter schools, creating a nationally recognized teaching residency, and completing the unprecedented $100 million Campaign for East Harlem, Jeffrey R. Ginsburg announced his transition from CEO, East Harlem Tutorial Program and CEO and Co-Founder, East Harlem Scholars Academies in spring 2023. He currently serves on EHTP’s Leadership Council.

During his tenure, Jeff led EHTP from a 200-student after-school program to a comprehensive Pre-K through College organization serving 1,500 scholars. He spearheaded initiatives such as the East Harlem Teaching Residency, College Scholars Program, and Team 1880 Robotics Team, all aimed at empowering students and fostering educational equity. Jeff's legacy of visionary leadership and commitment to community-building leaves an indelible mark on East Harlem and the entire EHTP community. We express our deepest gratitude for his unwavering dedication.

EHTP welcomed Marina Cofield as its new CEO, EHTP, and CEO, EHSA, effective February 1, 2024. A seasoned leader, Marina has a rich background in advancing racial and economic justice through education, including roles at Teach for America, KIPP Charter Schools, and NYC Public Schools. Her commitment to academic excellence and antiracism aligns closely with EHTP's core values, and she looks forward to collaborating with educators, staff, families, and partners to further the organization's mission.

As the CEO, Marina will work alongside Ingrid Sotelo, Interim CEO, who has transitioned into the organization’s COO. Ingrid is a native of East Harlem, and her leadership has played a vital role in the organization's growth and community impact. The Board of Trustees expresses deep appreciation for her leadership during the transition period and anticipates a fruitful partnership between her and Marina.

With this leadership change, EHTP remains dedicated to providing educational opportunities for our scholars and challenging systemic inequities in East Harlem.