A Message from
Milton R. Liverman, Ed.D
Superintendent of Schools

Guess what?  We did it!   “Did what” you ask?  We returned all of our schools to the ranks of the fully accredited.  Although the results are still classified as preliminary, we have confirmed that all of our schools are now fully accredited based on student performance on the Standards of Learning assessments given in the spring of 2008.  This goal is something for which students, teachers, and parents have all been working and it is certainly an accomplishment for which we can all be proud.  So, let me say thank you for all of your hard work and again, congratulations.

Although there are many who believe the summer is a time during which educators lay back and do nothing, that is not the case.  Our staff works hard on curricular issues, planning issues and summer school.  While we are excited about full accreditation, history has shown us that we cannot take this achievement for granted.  We must continue to work hard and encourage our students to keep striving to do their best.

A highlight for this summer, second only to achieving full accreditation, is the bringing online of the new Hillpoint Elementary School.  This building is yet another project that is being completed on time and under budget.  Hillpoint Elementary is the first elementary school we have constructed with a two-story design.  This approach was necessary because the property provided was slightly smaller than properties on which previous schools were built.  We have still managed to produce a building that is functional, efficient and attractive.  I hope you will take advantage of the opportunity to tour this facility later in the fall when we have our official dedication and open house.

I encourage parents, staff, and the community to continue their support of Suffolk Public Schools and to strengthen their connections with us in 2008-2009.

Remember our school division motto …Every Child a Star…Together, We Help Them Shine!  Come join us because it takes all of us to ensure that our students will be successful.