2026-03-20T14:47:20-05:00 2025-06-30 882533599 WERSEN NONPROFIT CPAS LLC 4513 Lakeway Drive Bellingham WA 98229 990 2024-07-01 911554519 The Nova School Association NOVA 3604917097 2020 22nd Ave SE Olympia WA 98501 Jocelyn Wood President 3604917097 2026-03-20 1 0 Keaton Wersen CPA P01957642 3607709369 X 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z NOVA Middle School Tiffany Price 2020 22nd Ave SE Olympia WA 98501 2468341 0 X www.novaschool.org X 1992 WA Independent middle school for the education of gifted students. 13 7 42 150 0 0 97876 89955 2173762 2256928 9396 99374 -17684 -6403 2263350 2439854 412000 404588 0 0 1273963 1370098 0 0 35710 469116 507040 2155079 2281726 108271 158128 2475404 2688138 259691 317103 2215713 2371035 X NOVA's vision is to cultivate lifelong learning and to advance a compassionate, engaged society through an educational program designed for highly capable students in grades 68. The full-time program promotes intellectual, social, and emotional development through a rigorous curriculum that affirms individual identity, fosters self-empowerment, and strengthens a sense of community. 0 0 1247646 2215103 NOVA, the only independent middle school dedicated to highly capable learners in Olympia, Washington, provides a comprehensive education that extends beyond an advanced curriculum, fostering intellectual, social, and emotional growth. Through student-driven enrichment coursesranging from the arts to technologystudents are empowered to take ownership of their learning. Core subjects integrate opportunities for student-led projects, while the seventh-grade service requirement encourages meaningful volunteer engagement. In eighth grade, each student completes a year-long capstone project under the guidance of a mentor, culminating in a formal presentation to the school community. NOVA graduates emerge as confident, compassionate leaders prepared to make a positive impact in their communities. 402750 402750 NOVA regards enrollment as an investment in the future, providing more than an education through a holistic approach that supports each student's growth and well-being. This philosophy extends to the school's need-based financial aid program, which is guided by quantitative data to ensure fairness and consistency. NOVA is committed to making its educational experience accessible to all students who can benefit, regardless of financial circumstances. During the 2024-2025 academic year, approximately 40% of students received financial assistance, with awards covering up to 90% of tuition. In addition, the school offers flexible tuition payment options to accommodate a wide range of family financial situations. 26981 1838 41825 Each year, NOVA offers a two-week summer camp for children entering grades 4 through 6 in the fall. The program features a diverse selection of engaging classes, most of which are led by current NOVA faculty or alumni. To further strengthen community connections, many current students and alumni return as volunteers. The camp's primary purpose is to introduce younger learnersand potential future studentsto the NOVA experience, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. 1677377 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 0 1 42 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 13 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 X Paula Bjornson Business Manager 3604917097 2020 22nd Ave SE Olympia WA 98501 Jocelyn Wood President 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Ryan Black Vice President 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Carlos Garcia Treasurer 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Katie Russell Secretary 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Celeste Trimble Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Betsy Hildreth Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jasmit Singh Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Trina Delaney Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Elise Garcia Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Carly Michael Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Kathleen Clark Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Caroline Flores Trustee 1.00 X 0 0 0 Tiffany Price Head of School 50.00 X 129367 0 15535 Paula Bjornson Business and Operations Ma 40.00 X 80229 0 13370 209596 0 28905 1 0 0 0 0 22240 67715 13400 89955 Student tuition and fe 611110 2215103 2215103 Discoveries Camp 611110 41825 41825 2256928 95016 95016 750 0 750 750 750 4785 427 4358 4358 4358 20071 22240 28060 -7989 -7989 Other income 900099 836 836 836 2439854 2256928 0 92971 404588 404588 243344 14820 228524 875749 716352 135038 24359 34880 30449 3057 1374 115651 96380 14920 4351 100474 65179 32989 2306 3039 3039 23700 23700 2020 2020 29987 20777 9210 15682 8176 5682 1824 36648 20166 16395 87 17322 16360 962 125285 99783 25502 70167 56134 14033 34057 1876 32181 Student services 65959 65666 293 Program supplies 30994 29537 1457 Subscriptions 23926 14018 8499 1409 Professional developmen 14963 11958 3005 13291 5158 8133 2281726 1677377 568639 35710 306 1706 456054 488022 4396 2539 55256 94574 2410783 1179240 1166730 1231543 629914 690054 162748 179700 2475404 2688138 168547 189378 91144 127725 259691 317103 X 2039511 2191335 176202 179700 2215713 2371035 2475404 2688138 X 158128 -19758 16952 X 1 X 0 1 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 162748 19485 2553 179680 144420 20784 2456 162748 132205 14435 2220 144420 149468 -14853 2410 132205 120454 31199 2185 149468 0.00000 1.00000 0.00000 1 0 178442 178442 2028490 1063685 964805 2587 2587 0 201264 112968 88296 1231543 Interest in endowment assets held by a community foundation 179700 F 179700 Part V, Line 4: To generate income to support school activities, including financial assistance for students. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 See Part II Line 3 - Explanation of Nondiscrimination Policy: The School provides the required disclosures in its Diversity and Inclusion note on its website: The Nova School Association believes that every person has the right to educational and workplace surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is the Nova School Association's policy that no person will be subjected to unlawful discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Nova School's non-discrimination policy applies to all facets of its administration. In October 2015, the Board adopted the following statement that deepens the expectations for the Nova Middle School culture and establishes an overarching theme of commitment to diversity for Nova Middle School as an organization: The complex, interconnected global environment in which Nova students will live as adults requires that Nova Middle School provide a community in which a wide range of views, life experience, cultural backgrounds, ethical, economic, ethnic, religious and political views are evident and honored. Nova students have an opportunity to develop a range of communication skills that will contribute to greater understanding of a diverse and changing world. These two statements together describe the commitment to diversity held by Nova Middle School. Our work to operationalize this commitment is ongoing. Spring Gala 42311 22240 20071 6336 21724 42311 22240 20071 6336 21724 28060 -7989 1 Tuition assistance 42 402750 FMV Financial aid Discoveries Camp fee discount 5 1838 FMV Discount on program fee Part I, Line 2: Nova School follows the procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds issued by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) principles of good practice for financial aid administration. All financial aid applicants must submit a financial form to Financial Aid for School Tuition (FAST) each year. The role of FAST is to make a determination of how much a family can afford to pay in tuition. Nova School's financial aid committee meets to go over each application. After careful consideration and using FAST as a guideline, the committee determines each applicant's award package. Nova School adheres to all federal and state non-discrimination laws regarding financial aid and admissions. Board of trustee member Officers, directors 63000 Discount Financial aid Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The School's Business Manager reviews the initial draft of the Form 990, which is prepared by a third-party CPA. The draft is then sent to all Board members for approval prior to filing with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c All Board members must sign the conflict of interest policy annually. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a The Head of School (HOS) salary is determined by the Evaluation Committee following the HOS evaluation process including mid-year reflections and year-end evaluation. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The School's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part XI, line 9: Community foundation holdings activity, net 16,952.