Superintendent's Message

Dear Community Members,

As we enter this holiday season, we have been reading more discouraging news about the governor’s actions that will result in decreased aid to New York’s school districts. You may be wondering how these actions will impact Babylon Village schools. Given the fact that our district receives a relatively small amount of state aid, we are in a better position than those that rely more heavily on state funding. Since Babylon receives approximately 17% of its annual revenues through state aid and has been able to maintain a reasonable fund balance, our district will most likely be able to weather this particular storm. However, it is still unclear as to whether these withheld funds will be forthcoming at some point in the future. We will keep you informed as the story continues to unfold.

Here in the district we are still reveling in the glow of four amazing performances of Les Misérables presented by our talented students and staff. And to help get you in the spirit, we hope you are able to join us for the Babylon Senior High School concert on Tuesday, December 22nd at 7:00 p.m. in Rowe Hall. This free performance is a holiday tradition in Babylon Village and always proves to be a memorable experience!

In light of the fact that we are living in one of the most difficult periods in recent history, from all of us in the district to all of you in the community, we hope you are able to find peace and joy in this holiday season.

Sincerely,

Ellen Best-Laimit


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