Havern School provides a specialized education program for elementary and middle school students with diagnosed learning disabilities. Utilizing a 4:1 student to staff ratio, master teachers, occupational therapists, and speech/language pathologists provide a comprehensive program of intervention services. Our ultimate goal is to create confident learners who will continue to achieve success beyond Havern School. Havern School is a nationally recognized community of professionals, parents, families, and friends working together to address the individual academic, social, and emotional needs of our students.

1. Children Learning Disabiliti Succ
HAVERN SCHOOL
ANNUAL REPORT 2008-2009

2. We believe that
EVERY CHILD IS Unique
Every child has POTENTIAL
Every Child Can LEARN

3. Our Miion
Creating ConÅdent Learners
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HAVERN SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
Havern School provides a specialized education program for elementary and middle
school students with diagnosed learning disabilities.
Utilizing a 4:1 student to staff ratio, experienced teachers, occupational therapists
and speech/language pathologists provide a comprehensive program of intervention
services.
Our ultimate goal is to create confident learners who will continue to achieve success
beyond Havern School.
Havern School is a nationally recognized community of professsionals, parents,
families and friends working together to address the individual academic, social, and
emotional needs of our students.
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4. Havern School Board of Truste
Dear Friends of Havern,
BOARD OF TRUSTEES I love teamwork! I thoroughly enjoy working with others towards a common goal; the
2008 - 2009 feeling of synergy and achieving something that could never have been accomplished
alone.
David C. Barth Thanks to the combined efforts of the exceptional and dedicated individuals that
Peter D. Bowes comprise the Havern community, this year has been an extraordinary example of
Amy Burnett teamwork at Havern School.
Mike Diefenderfer The Board of Trustees is successfully steering the school through these turbulent
Matt Dorighi, M.D. economic times while planning for a bright future. Despite financial insecurity and
some very real challenges, many generous donors and contributors not only maintained
Elizabeth Hesse levels of giving but stepped it up this year; making it possible to continue the singular
Cathy Mueller, SL program we provide our students AND to make some wonderful new additions.
Amanda Piscopo
The Havern staff always amazes me with their dedication, caring and creativity. From
Erin Shrago, Psy D. the classroom teachers and therapists, to the administrative staff and the Head of School,
Denise B. Small they are truly Havern School’s most valuable players!
Steve Watson
Thank you for a successful year, but the next season is already upon us. I hope you will
John Weckbaugh be a member of our winning team as we support and cheer on Havern School and, most
Don Wendell importantly, our students.
Mary Catherine Widger, SL Denise Small
Havern School Board of Trustees
Board Chair
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5. Letter from the Direor
Dear Havern Families and Friends,
2008-2009 was a remarkable year at Havern School!
Each day we learned new lessons from our students as they modeled their remarkable commitment to learning through
tenacity and a willingness to strive toward their goals despite the challenges presented by learning disabilities. It
was an inspiring experience to witness the teachers and therapists as they worked with students to help them achieve
success at school and in life beyond the hallways of Havern School.
During the year, two school musicals provided all students with opportunities to showcase their acting and musical
talent. Upper school classrooms presented an enthusiastic performance of On the Radio, a collage of songs from each
decade of the 20th century. The downstairs classrooms charmed the audience with their adorable production of Bugz, a
musical about problem-solving and learning to get along with others. Students also participated in the annual art show,
science fair, student council, school spirit days, buddy breakfasts, and the Havern School community Thanksgiving
luncheon.
The first Annual Havern Hustle provided the perfect celebration for the final day of our 43rd year (2008-2009)! This
high-energy event exemplified the strong sense of community that is the hallmark of Havern School. Participants in
the “race” around Clement Park’s lake included staff, students, siblings, parents, grandparents, friends, and even a few
pets.
Havern School truly is a partnership of professionals, parents, families, and friends working together to address the
individual academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. We are grateful for the energy, time and resources
that Havern School received this year from our wide circle of friends and supporters.
Warmly,
Cathleen Pasquariello, M.Ed
Head of School
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6. About Havern School
OUR HISTORY
Havern School was founded in 1966 by the Sisters of Loretto in Littleton,
Colorado. The Sisters recognized that children with learning disabilities can
succeed as students when they are provided with the appropriate environment.
The Sisters created a specialized curriculum, which along with small class size,
encouragement and support, enabled their students to reach their learning
potential.
Building on this strong foundation, Havern became an independent,
secular school governed by a Board of Trustees in 1970.
TODAY HAVERN IS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL.
Havern School is a co-educational day school offering programs for students from ages
5 to14. We develop the skills of our students by focusing on their strengths while addressing individual
learning challenges. We believe strongly in the ability of every child to learn and we utilize a whole-
child approach to reach this goal.
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7. Fundraising at Havern
THERE ARE TWO DISTINCT FUNDRAISING ENTITIES AT HAVERN.
Parents for Havern Fundraisers
Money raised through Parents for Havern programs is used to enrich the
learning environment and foster a sense of community at the school.
Havern School Fundraisers
Money raised through these Havern School events supports general
operating costs and specific projects. Havern School fundraisers include:
• The Annual Fund Campaign - Revenue from the Annual Fund campaign is used to supplement the
budget for annual operating costs.
• The Spring Garden Party - Money raised at this event is used to underwrite specific school
improvements.
• The “Chip-in-for-Havern” Golf Tournament - 100% of proceeds from the golf tournament is used to
provide scholarships for Havern students. 5

8. Annual Fund
Tuition covers 80% of the cost of
educating a Havern student.
Gifts to the Annual Fund provide Havern with unrestricted,
expendable resources to help supplement the budget for
general operating costs.
In 2008-09, participation levels were
Annual Fund Proceeds for 2008-09:
Havern Board of Trustees 100%
Havern Faculty and Staff 100%
$28,000 Havern Families 48%
The Annual Fund Campaign is held in the fall/winter. The goal of this vital fundraiser is to achieve
6 100% participation from the Havern Board of Trustees, staff, and families. No gift is too small to
make a difference and to earn our sincere gratitude.

9. Endowment Funds
Endowment Funds at Havern
Endowment funds are permanent, self-
sustaining sources of funding which can
be set up to support scholarships or other
ongoing needs. These gifts are invested and
the annual earnings are used both to support
the purpose of the endowment and to build
market value. Endowment funds can grow
and provide support for Havern programs in
perpetuity.
Interest/dividend income from the Havern
School Endowment is used to fund annual
operating expenses. The endowment
principal remains intact.
Annual Fund gifts provide for the present day; Endowment Fund gifts last forever.
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Both are essential to the financial health of Havern School.

10. Total Number of Volunteer Hours in 2008-2009:
2385
(or 29.8 Volunteer Hours per Student)
To Havern’s many dedicated
8 volunteers - Thank you!!

11. Parent Association and Volunteers
Parents for Havern
Parents for Havern (PFH), the school’s parent association, undewrites activities that
enhance the Havern community. In 2008-09, PFH events included:
Classroom Field Trips
Staff Appreciation Week Amanda Piscopo, PFH president
Educational Assemblies
- Opalanga Pugh, African storyteller
- Science Matters demonstration
Buddy Breakfasts
Havern Community Thanksgiving Luncheon
Annual Cookout/Carnival
PFH raised money to support these activities in four ways:
Sally Foster Giftwrap Sale $3615.00
Scholastic Book Fair $1204.29
volunteers
Scrip & Gift Card Program $1475.00 havern loves its
Usborne Book Fair $250.00
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13. Statement of Financial Activity
Support and Revenue - May 31, 2009
SUPPORT AND REVENUE Unrestricted Temp. Restricted Perm. Restricted 2009 TOTAL
Contributions & 187,852 13,030 --- 200,882
Private Grants
Tuition & 1,322,765 --- --- 1,322,765
Program Fees
Events 59,457 --- --- 59,457
(Less Donor Benefits of
$44,823)
Interest, Dividends, & 44,086 9,747 --- 53,833
Gains
Other Income 10,038 -- --- 10,038
Total Support & Revenue 1,624,198 22,777 --- 1,646,975
Net Assets Released 56,883 (56,883) --- ---
Total Support - 1,681,081 (34,106) --- 1,646,975
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2008 - 2009 2008 - 2009
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15. Statement of Financial Activity
Expenses and Net Assets - May 31, 2009
FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES Unrestricted Temp. Restricted Perm. Restricted 2009 TOTAL
Program Services
Havern School 1,281,181 --- --- 1,281,181
Tuition Assistance 210,280 --- --- 210,280
Supporting Services
Management & 96,452 --- --- 96,452
General
Resource
Development 90,418 --- --- 90,418
186,870 --- --- 186,870
TOTAL EXPENSES 1,678,331 --- --- 1,678,331
Change in Net Assets
(operating) 2,750 (34,106) --- (31,356)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) (259,503) --- --- (259,503)
(290,859)
CHANGE IN NET ASSETS (256,753) (34,106) --- 1,428,951
NET ASSETS, begin. of yr. 1,207,951 58,500 162,500 1,138,092
NET ASSETS, end of yr. 951,198 24,394 162,500
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Foundations $118,000
Individual Donations $36,685
Box Tops/One Cause/Target $740
Annual Fund Campaign $19,862
Garden Party Fundraiser (Spring 2008) $33,832
24th Annual Golf Tournament $30,243
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19. Thank You !
Thank you to all of the gracious donors
who have given to Havern School.
You make a difference!
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20. OUR COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM PROVIDES:
On-site intervention by experienced professionals
- speech/language therapy
- occupational therapy
- social skills instruction
Small class size
- 10-15 students per class
- student-to-staff ratio of 4:1
Fine arts curriculum
- art
- music
4000 S. Wadsworth Blvd. - drama
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 986-4587 Digital classroom skills
www.haverncenter.org
- both practical and creative computer skills
Research-based, systematic instruction