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Professional learning helps Babylon teachers and staff keep growing in their practice, so every student benefits from strong, current instruction. The district professional learning plan sets the priorities for staff learning, and the Office of Curriculum and Instruction coordinates training throughout the year.
Professional Learning Plan:
The plan describes the district’s goals for staff learning and how training is planned, delivered, and reviewed.
2024–2025 Professional Learning PlanIncludes appendixView PDF
How Our Staff Learn:
✓Superintendent’s Conference Days:Full days set aside for staff training. Schools are closed to students on these days.
✓Mentoring for New Teachers:Teachers new to the profession are paired with an experienced mentor during their first year.
✓Workshops and Courses:Training in curriculum, instruction, technology, and student support, offered during and after the school day.
✓Continuing Teacher and Leader Education:Professional learning hours that help teachers and leaders keep their New York State certificates current.
Resources:
For Families:
Learn what your child is studying and how Babylon teachers are preparing to teach it.
Next Generation Learning Standards: Parent ResourcesNew York State Education DepartmentVisit page
A Parent’s Guide to the Learning StandardsNew York State Education DepartmentView PDF
Portrait of a PantherWhat every Babylon graduate carries forwardVisit page
District CalendarSuperintendent’s Conference Days and school closingsVisit page
For Staff:
Tools for planning your professional learning and keeping your certification current.
Western Suffolk BOCES WorkshopsUpcoming professional development sessionsVisit page
TEACH Online ServicesCertification records and CTLE hours, NYSEDVisit page
Professional Learning and CTLECTLE requirements explained, NYSUTVisit page
Curriculum & InstructionThe office that coordinates staff learningVisit page
Questions about professional development?
Call the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, or share feedback through Babylon Talks.
