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The I.S. 285 community believes that every child is capable of learning.
By providing a safe and nurturing environment, children are capable of
progressing academically and socially. It is our vision to provide students
with a well-rounded forum in order for them to successfully develop
physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. I.S. 285 is dedicated
to maintaining safe classrooms and hallways, to providing proper
professional development for teachers, to fostering a close interaction
with parents and the school PA, and to establishing leadership that is
exemplary of the values and professionalism one would expect from
an educational institution. Students will develop self-esteem and
respect for themselves as well as respect for differences in others.
We will create a learning environment that will provide opportunities
for our students to become enlightened consumers and worthwhile
citizens.