It is the intent of the administration and staff at New York Avenue School to offer a first class education to every child, regardless of his/her individual differences and to use every means possible to insure that students are given the opportunity to learn in an environment for optimum learning and development. That each child develops a sense of self-worth and respect for him/herself and those with whom he/she works and plays is an important part of each child’s development. It is also the intent to seek out parental and community support in helping each child for the challenges he/she will face in a multi-cultural and technological society.