The Senator John D. Calandra School, P.S. 14, is a caring, interactive twenty-first century community committed to the development of healthy and happy lifelong learners, who achieve, individually and cooperatively.

We are commtted to preparing our students to enter confidently into this new millennium. We will help them become responsible, thoughful and creative individuals.

We are committed to encouraging our students to bring forth the highest idea they have about themselves. We will help them to have a positive self image and a love for learning.

We are committed to maintaining an open and healthy school climate. We will enthusiastically embrace our "Kinder Way" philosophy which will guide us as we strive to reach our full potential.

We are committed to striving for the hishest levels of educational excellence. we will use our resources to support our school community's use of proven educational means to optimize the academic, social and emotional development of each child.

The Senator John D. Calandra School, P.S. 14, achieves academic success by fostering a diverse and enriching curriculum. We strive to instill in our students an appreciation for learning that will enable them to become a productive member of society. We provide our students with the necessary tools to develop concepts and skills for ethical decision-making and academic success.