We may not know all the reasons for William Nicoll of Islipe in England to have purchased some 80 square miles of land from the original Secatogue inhabitants, at this particular location, but it has certainly paid handsome dividends in the following centuries! Central Islip is one of Long Island's best known and well loved towns with a population of over 32 thousand. It has branched from its first commercial and trading shoots in to solid branches of learning and education.

The School District is a quality gem in the Central Islip Crown. The Mulvey School has been identified as amongst the 100 most improved elementary schools in the State. Children of this town have a blessed advantage of high standards of education and rich student lives. It does not end with Schools though-the New York Institute of Technology has a Campus in Central Islip. This Institution combines a fine athletic tradition and impressive sports and recreation facilities with an admirable scholastic record, with a focus on employment and vocational opportunities. It is known by its illustrious alumni as much as by its place in the world of applied research. The School District has programs of continuing education for adults as well. The Central Islip Library, with its modern façade and dynamic Internet presence, continues and extends the academic, learning, knowledge and research heritage of the town.

The Hauppauge Volunteer Ambulance Corps is typical of the helpful and service-oriented nature of Central Islip residents and the town itself. The body was formed after a tragic accident in the mid-1950s and the Corps has never looked back since. People in the town and surrounding areas can call Hauppauge around the clock. This body has the distinction of breaking new ground by using women drivers for day-time duty, an unusual and courageous move in its time.

Sports are an important part of Central Islip life and the town is proud of its Long Island Ducks team and the new Citibank Park Stadium. The latter has a very modern structure with dug-outs for the handicapped. The stadium is centrally located in a commercial zone. It will give a fillip to the future sporting encounters in the city and help the home team train and hone their skills.

The Cohalan County Court Complex adds to Central Islip's stature. The Empire Zone has attracted major investments. A major hotel will open soon. The International Star of the Information Technology World, Computer Associates is a major employer, and an additional reason for people to seek residence in Central Islip in increasing numbers. It should come as no surprise that homes in this enlightened town can cross $ half a million in value with ease! A number of properties including vast ranches are available and realtors help buyer and sellers come together in a transparent and easy atmosphere for fair trade.

Central Islip has all the trappings of a city and can rival its bigger neighbors in the convenience and lifestyle it offers resident families. However the strongest point of the town remains its scholastic and enterprising nature, with open doors and myriad opportunities for children and adults alike to work towards a common good and a brighter future.