Shaw Avenue School

My Daugther has attended Shaw Avenue since K and I must say, they have exceeded my expectations. The teachers and staff are very attentive and they intervene if your child has a problem, well before it becomes a problem. The school was just nominated for a Blue Ribbon award and they are more than deserving. Shaw please keep up the good work as I'm a proud to say my child attends Shaw. to the great teachers my daugther has had the pleasure of encountering Mr. Kolinowsky, Ms. Tauber, Ms. Post and Ms. Donaghue....Cheers to you and the rest of the Staff at Shaw.
—Submitted by a parent

Great school ! The teachers take children's education very seriously ! Strict standards around homework and expectations !
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers at Shaw Avenue are exemplary. My daughter has benefit from the teacher's knowledge, expertise and support.
—Submitted by a parent

Kudos to the art and music teachers. Just attend one of their concerts or recitals. As with any other school there are both excellent and average teachers. I don't think enough parental involvement is encouraged. Parents seem to be left on the sidelines. Overall, a good school.
—Submitted by a parent

My son has been in Shaw Ave for 3 yrs. Kindergarten to 2nd. I am please with teachers and academics in this school. I am looking forward to another great year for my son regarding his education.
—Submitted by a parent

Shaw Ave. is one of the best elemantary schools in Valley Stream, Long Island. It is very diverse and also has very, very, good test scores. I am proud of this school and its progress so far
—Submitted by a parent

I have a child in this school now and one that has graduated. The academic programs would be much better if they were left to the teachers to teach and not dictated how they should be taught There are not many extracurricular activities but it is only elementary school, there are not normally many at this level. The music and art programs are wonderful thanks to the work put in by those teachers. It's a good school if you can ignore the politics and if you are willing to be involved to ensure your child gets the most out of it.
—Submitted by a parent

High quality school, great work environment, safe, good kids.
—Submitted by a teacher