Valley Stream School District 24 Board of Education

Your Board of Education is composed of seven residents of the District who have been elected by the qualified voters of District #24. The Board is an arm of the State government. The members are charged by law to set proper standards of education for the community and to carry out the mandates of the New York State Education Department. They serve without remuneration. 

The Board of Education holds its regular monthly business meeting on the fourth Wednesday of the month except as noted on the calendar. In addition, special meetings may be held. All regular meetings start at 7:30 P.M., and are held at the William L. Buck School.

The quality of education in a community depends to a great extent on the interest and concern of the residents. You are urged to attend these meetings as one means of keeping informed about school district matters. Time is provided at the conclusion of every meeting's agenda for those residents in attendance, to express views or ask questions.

Mission: The mission of Valley Stream School District 24 is to provide every child with an equitable, rigorous, and innovative education through a robust curriculum that supports academic excellence, critical thinking, and creativity. Drawing strength from our diverse community, we foster a learning environment where students are empowered with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to succeed in school and in life, and to meet the challenges of the 21st century with confidence and purpose. 

Vision: To accomplish this goal, the Board of Education is committed to employ, train and support a staff that acts to achieve mastery and excellence in education. Our nurturing educational environment and the programs contained within, will allow students to achieve mastery in academics, develop resilience and independence, and engage as thoughtful, responsible members of society. 

Belief: Student progress requires the district to be creative and maximize educational opportunities. Hence, we support excellence and innovative learning experiences in partnership with family and community.