Superintendent's Corner

Dear Island Park Families,

Welcome to the 2022-2023 academic year!

Throughout the past school year, we worked diligently to create a school culture where everyone is valued, respected and cared for. Our priorities remain steadfast and aligned to our mission to provide a bright future for ALL children. As we continue this very important work, please consider all the ways that you and your family will contribute to the successes and achievements for students, staff and the Island Park community in the coming year. Our sustained growth takes the power of a collaborative mindset among all stakeholders.
The 2022-2023 school year will be guided by our continuing efforts to fulfill the priorities and initiatives prescribed in the District’s 2021-2024 Strategic Plan. The 2021-2024 Strategic Plan can be found at http://www.ips.k12.ny.us/strategic_plan. There is also a short video which highlights the main components of the plan on the same webpage.

During the 2022-2023 academic year, our focus will be on helping our students develop and create high-priority academic, social and emotional goals that are essential to the success of each individual student to bring about long-term success. The individual goals created by the students will help them stay focused and motivated so that it is easier for them to stay on track and make progress. The administrative team, the Board of Education and I are committed to helping our teachers and staff build the necessary resiliency in our students to help them achieve their individual goals.

The Board of Education and I welcome and encourage each family’s participation in all of the many planned school events noted in the 2022-2023 District Calendar. We look forward to sharing, with pride, our commitment to providing the highest-quality educational opportunities to prepare our students, your children, for the 21st century and beyond!
Fondly,

Vincent Randazzo
Superintendent of Schools