School administrators anticipate a successful year ahead as Island students head back to their classrooms.

Administrative changes, new teachers and support staff, and a state-mandated professional educator evaluation system are in store.

Another of the new initiatives the school put in place for the upcoming year is an Educator Evaluation system.

Several teachers will change grade levels and take on new assignments to enhance consistency and unity of direction in classroom instruction.

The Edgartown School opens its doors for the 2012-2013 school year on September 6 to 355 students.

Small class sizes plus active, project-based learning with interdisciplinary support are the hallmarks of West Tisbury School.

In addition to building and improving students’ academic skills, the Tisbury School also maintains an emphasis on educating the whole child.

Chilmark School will start the year with 62 students, up from 52 last year.

The Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School is entering its 17th year providing a public school option for Island students and families.