2025-11-17T16:34:37-07:00 2025-06-30 990 2024-07-01 853349190 DIETRICH BONHOEFFER ACADEMY INC DIET 9512368733 503 FM 359 RD STE 130 PMB 140 Richmond TX 774065197 Ryan Lerch Treasurer 9512368733 2025-10-30 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Ryan D Lerch 503 FM 359 RD STE 130 PMB 140 Richmond TX 774065917 265390 0 X https://dbahouston.org X 2020 TX Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) is an independent middle school dedicated to supporting our students in the present while preparing them for success in the future. DBA exists to provide a nurturing, student-centered community where middle schoolers flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. We offer a challenging curriculum emphasizing the acquisition of organizational skills delivered in an engaging, collaborative environment that encourages the development of strong social skills. By recognizing and meeting the unique needs of early adolescents, our learning program equips students to thrive in college preparatory high schools and beyond. Our mission is to inspire students to develop courage, integrity, and compassion-equipping them to lead with purpose, think critically, and serve joyfully. 7 7 5 36 0 0 46654 63563 110720 201827 0 0 157374 265390 0 0 111847 198410 0 0 37221 69396 149068 267806 8306 -2416 37017 35000 835 1234 36182 33766 Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) is an independent middle school dedicated to supporting our students in the present while preparing them for success in the future. DBA exists to provide a nurturing, student-centered community where middle schoolers flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. We offer a challenging curriculum emphasizing the acquisition of organizational skills delivered in an engaging, collaborative environment that encourages the development of strong social skills. By recognizing and meeting the unique needs of early adolescents, our learning program equips students to thrive in college preparatory high schools and beyond. Our mission is to inspire students to develop courage, integrity, and compassion-equipping them to lead with purpose, think critically, and serve joyfully. 0 0 157426 193800 The largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to faculty staffing (employee salaries). At the start of the school's third full school year, DBA continued to employ its full-time Head of School who brings 20 years of teaching and administrative experience to the position. Along with managing and overseeing the school's operations, the Head of School also provided History and English Language Arts (ELA) instruction. DBA increased staffing from the prior school year from two to four part-time teachers. First, DBA added a science teacher with decades of experience and certifications with the National Math and Science Initiative to lead and advance the science program. They took over science instruction and curriculum development for all three grade levels. Next, DBA added an accomplished photographer and arts teacher to lead and develop the arts program. They also served in several instructional capacities during the afternoon learning period, taking over the social-emotional learning program by utilizing the resources of TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention). DBA continued to retain the Math and Spanish teachers from the prior school year, both of whom possess numerous years of middle school teaching experience to continue to build and advance the curriculum and instruction of those programs. Finally, due to enrollment increases during the school year, DBA also hired one additional part-time teachers aid during the spring semester. The staffing increases allowed the Head of School to reduce his course load and provide more effective leadership of the school. DBA serves middle school students in grades 6-8, and enrollment at the start of the school fall semester consisted of 12 students (4 in grade 6, 5 in grade 7, 3 in grade 8). The school spring semester saw enrollment changes by adding seven new students (3 in grade 6, 2 in grade 7, 2 in grade 8) with one 6th grade student leaving. DBA looks forward to further expanding its faculty as more students enroll. 19748 0 The second largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to occupancy or facility tenant rent. DBA continued to be housed on the campus of Faith Lutheran Church of Bellaire, TX, and continued to utilize two rooms as classrooms with the occasional use of a third room. The rent also included use of an outdoor green space as its playground area and access to the church gymnasium twice a week. DBA compensated Faith Lutheran a monthly rent for the months of the school year (August '24 - May '25) and for the summer break (June '25 - July '25) to ensure the rooms used as classrooms were not utilized by the church during this period. In addition to rent, DBA paid property insurance as well. For the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, DBA expects to continue to grow the enrollment number of students. As a result, DBA plans to again be housed on the campus of Faith Lutheran Church for the next school year and continue to utilize the current two rooms with the addition of at least 2 more rooms. As a result, DBA would expect to pay a higher amount of rent for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. 16750 6525 The third largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to school field trips. These consisted of partial day field trips to 1) Houston Museum of Natural Science and Museum of Fine Arts Houston (9/19/24) where students were introduced to the exceptional artistic, scientific, and cultural exhibits at their local museums, 2) George Ranch Historical Park (11/22/24) where students interacted with docents in live exhibits on different eras of settlement in Texas/American history, 3) Bonhoeffer Movie (12/3/24) where students viewed the dramatic film on life and faith of the school's namesake, 4) Houston Farmers Market (12/13/24) where students practiced Spanish speaking skills and shopped for ingredients for their Hispanic food projects, 5) Lone Star Flight Museum (3/7/25) where students participated in aeronautics-based science activities and learned about aviation history, 6) The Health Museum (4/3/25) where students participated in a lab demonstration on cardiovascular health and explored the resources of the museum on physical health, and 7) Hawaiian Fluid Art (5/15/25) where students created individual artistic works based on the unique fluid art technique under the supervision of art professionals. In addition, DBA went on an "Explore Our Gulf Shores" road trip (4/13/25 - 4/17/25) where the school took an unforgettable journey from the bayou to the barrier islands. Students explored swamps, toured vibrant New Orleans, and took part in hands-on science labs at the Gulf Coast Research Lab of the University of Southern Mississippi. Students also went on a fishing trip to the Chandelier Islands. For the next school year, DBA looks to have at least one partial day field trip every month in addition to having an annual road trip which is expected to increase field trip expenses. 30129 1502 The remaining Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) expenses during the past tax year can be broken down as follows; 1) Admissions/Advertising ($9,063) defined as digital advertising, local advertising, and consulting services, 2) Student Instruction and Classroom/School Activities ($8,190) defined as school curriculum, text books, and instructional aids, library books, school apparel, athletic activities/fees, student recognition events, yearbook activities, and miscellaneous student expenses, 3) School Supplies/Office ($6,372) defined as classroom supplies and materials, play/athletic supplies, copy paper and printing, and equipment lease (school copy machine), 4) Administration ($3,033) defined as mailbox fees and legal fees, 5) Technology ($1,813) defined as web and domain services, Google Space account, Microsoft Workspace account, phone and voicemail service, and miscellaneous technology fees, and 6) Insurance ($1,388) defined as General Liability (excludes $648 property insurance included in occupancy or facility tenant rent), workers' compensation, and Directors & Officers Liability. 30129 0 1502 224053 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 7 7 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X Ryan Lerch 9512368733 503 FM 359 RD STE 130 PMB 140 Richmond TX 774065197 Eric Lerch Head of School 60 0 X X 86592 0 0 Judy Davis President 2.00 0 X X 0 0 0 Elizabeth Dye Secretary 0.2 0 X X 0 0 0 Ryan Lerch Treasurer 10 0 X X 0 0 0 Paul Christesen Director 0.50 0 X 0 0 0 Preston Julian Jr Director 0.1 0 X 0 0 0 Jessica Samet Director 0.10 0 X 0 0 0 86592 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2722 0 0 60841 0 63563 Tuition 611110 191640 191640 0 0 School Fees 611110 8027 8027 0 0 Summer Tutoring 611110 2160 2160 0 0 0 0 0 0 201827 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2722 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 265390 201827 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 183164 145192 37972 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15246 12234 3012 0 0 0 0 0 3081 3081 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1500 1500 0 0 7563 7563 0 0 6114 6114 0 0 1662 1662 0 0 0 0 0 0 19748 19748 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2340 1388 952 0 Field Trips 16750 16750 0 0 Student Instruction (Curriculum/Text Books/Instructional Materials) 4679 4679 0 0 School Apparel 1680 1680 0 0 Yearbook Activities 1017 1017 0 0 3262 1445 1817 267806 224053 43753 0 33048 30485 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3969 4515 37017 35000 835 1234 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 835 1234 X 36182 33766 0 0 36182 33766 37017 35000 -2416 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Furniture and Equipment 2760 IT Equipment 1755 4515 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 School website states the following; Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy admits students of all races, colors, and national or ethnic origins to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally made available to students at the school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national/ethnic origin in the administration of our educational and admissions policies, financial assistance programs, athletics, or other school-administered programs. Schedule E, Part I, Line 4 Student body enrollment for the past tax year (2024-2025 school year) started with 12 students and completed the school year with 19 students whose racial composition consisted of 4 ethnic groups. The faculty staffing numbers for the past tax year (2024-2025 school year) was one full-time Head of School, 4 part-time teachers, and 1 part-time teachers aid added in the spring semester of 2025. The faculty staffing racial composition consisted of 2 ethnic groups. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 Head of School and Board of Director officer (Treasurer): Family relationship Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b No review was or will be conducted. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 No documents available to the public.