Donald P. Sutherland School is located at John Street Nassau, NY and it serves grades K-5. This school adheres to the district mission "To promote the maximum growth of every child who is served educationally by its programs and services." This 21st-century school must be technology-ready. It must incorporate technology as a learning tool into the instructional program. It must use technology to enhance planning, keep records, ensure accountability, and analyze data for continuous improvement efforts. School goals are to provide an outstanding instructional program that reflects the needs and talents of our students.
The highly qualified and caring instructional staff is committed to ensuring that children succeed in meeting the New York State Curriculum Standards. This School is proud to be apart of a District and they apply the common philosophy set forth by the school board which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. They will encourage individual excellence by students of all ages so that they may gain a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work.
The staff of teachers and other officials works closely with parents and the entire community to provide the best education possible for students. And students really excel in this learning environment that affords small class sizes, positive community support, individual attention, and encouragement which help all students strive for excellence.
