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Mission Statement

The mission of our Island Park Public Schools is to provide all students with equal opportunities to achieve academic excellence, social awareness, and physical fitness in a nurturing environment created through collaboration and support of staff and parents in the tradition of Island Park as a caring community.

We will enable students to develop the capacity to function as lifelong learners and good citizens who possess positive self-image, commitment to personal excellence, and respect and tolerance for individual differences.

Students will become contributing members of society as critical thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to face the challenges of this rapidly changing world.

Strategic Plan

The Island Park UFSD Strategic Plan (2024–2029) reflects a shared vision for our district's future, developed collaboratively with input from staff, administrators, parents, and community stakeholders. Built around four key pillars-academic achievement and equity, 21st-century learning, stakeholder engagement, and social-emotional learning-the plan sets clear goals and action steps to guide our schools over the next five years. We invite you to explore the full plan below to learn more about our priorities and the path forward for Island Park students.

Island Park Students Playing Instruments

About Us

The Island Park Union Free School District is the smallest school district in Nassau County, a distinction that allows us to foster a uniquely close-knit and nurturing learning community. In our schools, every student is known, valued, and supported. Our dedicated staff works collaboratively to help each child reach their full potential academically, artistically, socially, and emotionally.

Through engaging instruction, meaningful relationships, and a strong partnership with families and the community, we create an environment where students feel safe, inspired, and empowered to learn. From the classroom to the arts, athletics, and extracurricular opportunities, Island Park schools are committed to developing the whole child and preparing students to become confident thinkers, creative problem solvers, and responsible citizens in an ever-changing world.

95% Attendance
18:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
100% Student Device Ratio
25 Extracurricular Activities

Latest News

Welcome to Our New Website!

We’re excited to welcome you to our newly redesigned Island Park Public Schools website! Our updated site features a fresh, streamlined design and improved navigation to make it easier for families, staff and community members to find the information and resources they need.

We invite you to explore the new site and discover all it has to offer. Thank you for being an important part of our school community!