Glen A. Eschbach Superintendent of Schools January 22, 2021 Dear North Babylon Parents/Guardians, The North Babylon School District has developed a full remote option for students in grades 7-12. This option is not only for students who qualified under the 504 accommodation process, but now is available to all students in grades 7-12.... READ MORE >
Sixth-grade social studies students at Robert Moses Middle School, within the North Babylon School District, are finishing up their unit on ancient civilizations. To test their knowledge of those topics, rather than distribute a typical standardized test, students could choose two of nine mini-projects to complete.The digital, interactive projects included a choice... READ MORE >
Continuing its dedication to promoting equity within its schools and community, the North Babylon Union Free School District recently held a districtwide professional development workshop on culturally responsive classrooms.The five-part series — prepared and presented by Natalie McGee, lead cultural proficiency consultant at Progression Partners Inc. —... READ MORE >
North Babylon High School theatre and film students recently attended two virtual conferences where they came together with like-minded individuals, despite the obstacles and challenges that have surfaced due to COVID-19.On Jan. 8-9, North Babylon High School sophomore and juniors joined their peers from across New York State to participate in the New York State... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 100 new inductees to the National Honor Society at North Babylon High School. We are so proud of all of your accomplishments and cannot wait to see what is in store for you in the future. Your achievements are limitless. Congratulations! We are #NBStong! READ MORE >
Artwork from Mrs. Gregorek and her student artists at Vedder Elementary School is currently on exhibit at the Long Island Children's' Museum in Garden City, NY. The exhibit is on display throughout the month of January. We congratulate Mrs. Gregorek for being accepted to this invitational show and for creating such a beautiful exhibit to celebrate our wonderful... READ MORE >
January 11, 2021Dear North Babylon Community,Over the past few days concern and discourse has arisen regarding a letter issued on Friday, January 8, 2021 by me regarding a social media post by a North Babylon employee. I want to clarify exactly what core values were referenced in that letter.As educators, we serve as role models to the students and community of... READ MORE >
January 8, 2021 Dear North Babylon School Community, Earlier today, I was made aware of an inappropriate social media post made by an employee from our high school on a personal Facebook page. As this is a matter of personnel, the district is prohibited from sharing any additional information, which I realize might be frustrating to some. While all employees... READ MORE >
Through Jan. 5-7, students at Parliament Place Elementary School, within the North Babylon Union Free School District, attended two virtual assemblies provided by the Tilles Center in Greenvale. All students in grades 4-5 watched a production of "Harriet Tubman: Straight Up Outta’ the Underground" and grades 2-3 viewed "Jacqueline & the Beanstalk.”In alignment... READ MORE >
Induction Ceremony for National Art Honor Society, International Thespian Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and World Language Honor Societies READ MORE >
Please enjoy this art show created by Ms. Lambert, our NBHS National Art Honor Society moderator. This show features artworks created by new and current members of the NBHS Chapter. New members will be inducted on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in an interactive ceremony to be found on our school website and Facebook page beginning at 7pm. In the same ceremony,... READ MORE >
Parent / Guardian SEL Webinar Helping Your Child Handle Stress & Anxiety Has this unique school year created high levels of stress and anxiety for your child? Join Kate Finnick (District SEL Liaison) for a workshop to learn strategies to help your child develop coping skills to enhance their well-being and happiness. Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2021 Time: 6:00... READ MORE >
Dear North Babylon Parents/Guardians, I hope everyone was able to take some time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the holiday break. We are looking forward to having our staff and students return tomorrow to begin the new year. We are so thankful for the partnership we have developed with our community in battling this pandemic, and ensuring that everyone is safe and... READ MORE >
The beeping of car horns replaced the sound of applause on two cold nights in December as families of North Babylon High School and Robert Moses Middle School musicians filled the high school’s parking lot.On Dec. 21 and 22, at 4, 6 and 8 p.m., the North Babylon music department was thrilled to present the district’s first-ever, old fashioned “Holiday Drive In,”... READ MORE >
Dear North Babylon Community, Please find below a link to a form for you to fill out should your child experience any COVID related health concerns during the holiday break. It is very important that you use this form to communicate with the school district so that we may ensure the health and safety of all of our students and staff. Please do not email or call... READ MORE >
Come out and bring the family to an old fashioned Drive In Movie featuring our own North Babylon musicians! On Tuesday, December 22, 2020, we proudly present "NB Holiday Drive In", a feature film starring music students from RMMS and NBHS. Band, Chorus and Orchestra students perform holiday songs and show scenes from our beautiful community as we all celebrate... READ MORE >
December 15, 2020 Dear North Babylon Families, I hope this email finds you safe and well. In order for you to be prepared for the possibility of the impending inclement weather, I am writing to you to give you some information about how we will handle emergency day closures. The predicted forecast is anticipating accumulating snow for Wednesday night into... READ MORE >
The North Babylon Union Free School District is proud to announce that a total of 56 students, spanning grades 6-12, were recently selected as 2021 All-County music students by the Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) and the New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education (NYSCAME.) These talented musicians were recommended by their... READ MORE >
What started out as a simple request on social media has grown into an overwhelming response. Since March, Stella Shank, the director of special projects at Regency Assisted Living in Glen Cove, has watched as COVID-19 has taken a devasting toll on the facility’s seniors. For nine months, they have been unable to have visitors, feeling cut off from family and... READ MORE >
Congratulations to North Babylon High School seniors Samantha Muller and Anthony LaFerrera who recently received New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYSAHPERD) Suffolk Zone Awards.Each year the association’s Suffolk Zone Chapter honors two seniors from local high schools who exemplify outstanding achievement in physical... READ MORE >
Come out and bring the family to an old fashioned Drive In Movie featuring our own North Babylon musicians! On Tuesday, December 22, 2020, we proudly present "NB Holiday Drive In", a feature film starring music students from RMMS and NBHS. Band, Chorus and Orchestra students perform holiday songs and show scenes from our beautiful community as we all celebrate... READ MORE >
December 3, 2020 Dear North Babylon Families,I hope this letter finds you safe and well. Over the past few days several questions have surfaced regarding specific guidelines of conducting COVID-19 tests in our buildings whenbeing identified as a yellow, orange or red zone. By now you should have received an invitation to complete a survey regarding your... READ MORE >
December 3, 2020Dear Parents and Guardians,As a friendly reminder, our DTSDE Survey is now open! Share your thoughts on instruction, curriculum and social emotional learning to help us prepare every student for success. If you have not done so already, please visit K-12 Insight NBUFSD Parent Survey to take the survey. We want to hear from as many of our families as... READ MORE >
The North Babylon school community came together on Nov. 21 to collect non- perishable food items, health and hygiene products, as well as new hats, scarves and gloves for families in need. The items collected during the food drive, which was sponsored by the district’s athletic department, will help support the Bulldog Cupboard food pantry and the North Babylon... READ MORE >
Good Evening North Babylon Families, please be advised that out of an abundance of caution, our central registration office will discontinue in-person registrations. Please call 631-620-7002 to make an appointment. Thank you! READ MORE >
November 23, 2020Dear North Babylon Community,As you know, over the past several weeks there has been an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases that have been reported in our area, state, and nation. As a result, Governor Cuomo has implemented a “Microcluster Initiative” which will identify specific areas (zip code, town, county, etc.) with rising COVID-19 cases.... READ MORE >
In preparation for the possibility of a short or long term closure please find all of the pertinent instructional information needed for your child to be successful in our full remote program. Elementary Full Remote Learning Student Parent InformationSecondary Full Remote Learning Student Parent InformationK-6 Virtual Remote Learning Etiquette7-12 Virtual Remote... READ MORE >
For four years, North Babylon High School students have attended conferences centered on knowledge and civic action regarding racism on Long Island. Those conferences, hosted by Syosset-based anti-racism organization, “Erase Racism,” combined with students’ desire to eliminate discrimination, sparked the creation of the North Babylon High School Student Equity... READ MORE >
For the past decade, North Babylon High School sophomore Emily Meyer has made it her mission to provide gifts to hospitalized children during the holidays.On Christmas night in 2009, Emily became sick and was admitted to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip where she had her first encounter with the hospital’s Child Life Program.Through specially... READ MORE >
Athletic Department Food DriveSaturday, November 21, 9-12 p.m.NBHS--Deer Park Avenue READ MORE >
For the past four years, students at William E. DeLuca Jr. Elementary School within the North Babylon School District have enjoyed a tradition of honoring community veterans by inviting them to the school’s annual Veterans Day Parade and Gallery of Heroes celebration. This year, due to COVID-19, the school reimagined those traditions by sharing a video slideshow... READ MORE >
Food Drive Stock the Bulldog CupboardPlease stop by and donate!! When: Saturday, November 21, 2020, 9-12:00 p.m. Where: NBHS North Parking Lot, Deer Park Avenue What: Non-Perishable Food Items (Thanksgiving) Health and Hygiene Products New Hats, Scarves and Socks READ MORE >
My name is Emily Meyer. I am 15 years old and in 10th grade at NBHS. I wanted to tell you about a toy drive I started ten years ago:On Christmas night in 2009, I became very sick and was admitted to Good Samaritan Hospital. The next day, a Child Life Representative greeted me with a large gift bag filled with toys. My mom thanked her but said that I already... READ MORE >
Please find the high school and middle school bell schedule for the 2020-2021 school year. These schedules are followed by our students who attend in-person instruction. These will also be the schedules followed starting November 16th, when we live stream all of our grades 7-12 classrooms, as well as during any short or long term closure. High School Bell Schedule... READ MORE >
We're excited to announce that our website is now available in Spanish! To translate, just click the drop down menu at the top left corner of the site and select 'Spanish'! READ MORE >
The North Babylon School District thanks Mark Leinweaver, owner and founder of “Perfect Playcement,” for hosting an online webinar on the importance of character and college recruiting.On Oct. 22, middle and high school student athletes, as well as their parents and coaches, were invited to attend the educational “Character Matters” workshop to gain insider facts... READ MORE >
Ten North Babylon High School students had their artwork recently selected for display at the Huntington Art Council's ninth annual “Nightmare on Main Street” exhibit. Each year, the nonprofit organization encourages young artists in grades 6-12 to submit artwork that embodies the spirit of Halloween for its gallery.The school congratulates the following... READ MORE >
North Babylon elementary level students once again participated in the Parents, Educators and Kids, or PEAK, Music Festival, on Oct. 24. Although this year, the celebration of elementary classroom music was held virtually, it did not disappoint.Select fourth graders were invited to attend four virtual sessions to work alongside expert clinicians, including Craig... READ MORE >
On Oct. 13, North Babylon High School student athletes and their coaches hit the field for the first time since school buildings closed in March. The district’s off-season, or intramurals, athletic program is a three phased approach designed to condition and gauge student interest in football, soccer, field hockey, cross country and tennis.In just three weeks, more... READ MORE >
This is a reminder that tomorrow, November 3rd, is a Districtwide Virtual Learning Day. The focus of the day is Social Emotional Learning. Students will not be present in school, but are expected to sign on their Google Classrooms for the SEL assignments from home. Middle School and High School Students should sign in to their Social Studies Google Classroom for... READ MORE >
Parent Webinar Introduction to MindfulnessJoin Kate Finnick (District SEL Liaison) for a workshop to learn about the benefits of mindfulness and easy ways to bring it into your family’s lives!Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmJoin via Google MeetMeeting ID: meet.google.com/wwv-pfrg-qcmPhone Number: 1 754-702-8297 PIN: 803 298 461# READ MORE >
North Babylon UFSD Health Assessment FormWe are strongly encouraging every family to use the myschoolbadge app for mandatory weekly health screenings. The health survey can be downloaded and filled out prior to the start of each school week if you do not have any access either by phone or other device.. Please have your child return it to a school official as... READ MORE >
MyWorkBadge - Parent OnboardingDirections for Parent OnboardingDirections for MyWorkBadge READ MORE >
North Babylon fifth graders at Parliament Place recently discussed what it would be like to work as a designer at The LEGO Group. Students were challenged to be as creative as possible while still adhering to the LEGO figurine template.Using colored pencils, crayons and markers, they transformed LEGO silhouettes into self-portraits by adding unique features,... READ MORE >
North Babylon High School’sSite Base Management Team is looking for volunteers to serve on our NBHS Parent Equity Team!Our mission is to build awareness surrounding equity issues within our school community. Meetings will take place virtually. If interested, please complete the following google form by October 30th.Download Flyer - Click Here READ MORE >
Disney & Dinner - Click HereNBHS ITS Troupe #3370's annual Disney and Dinner performance this year brings favorite songs and characters into your very own home. Special thanks to Gabriella Felice and Kaitlyn Marcis, ITS officers, for putting this all together with the help of Haylee Fox and Emily Meyer. Cast in Order of Appearance: 1. Saadiyah Proctor as... READ MORE >
Parent SEL Webinar Feeling Stressed? Worried About Your Children? Trying to Adjust to New School Routines? Join Kate Finnick (District SEL Liaison) for a workshop exploring resources and strategies to help as we begin the new school year! Wednesday, October 14th 6-7 PM Click here to download flyer for more information READ MORE >
The NYSDOH has issued a Pre-K to Grade 12 Toolkit for parents and people who work in education to follow regarding quarantining and responding to COVID-19 illness. Please find the information linked here: NYSDOH Toolkit. Should you have questions please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Leeds regarding student questions at: aleeds@northbabylonschools.net or Barbara... READ MORE >
The Board of Education will have live audience members at its Oct. 15th Board of Education Meeting. We are limited to 35 guests. Please email our district clerk at: districtclerk@northbabylonschools.net if you would like to attend. The meeting will also be live streamed on our YouTube Channel. READ MORE >
Congratulations to North Babylon AIS teacher, Cara Ginsberg, for earning the distinguished title of 2020 Mentor of the Year from Mentor New York READ MORE >
Please use the Department of Health link below to access information regarding securing clearance to return to school following COVID Quarantine. This link will provide you access to request medical documentation that is required to provide to the school prior to your child's return. Please use the third tab entitled: Release from Isolation/Release from... READ MORE >
The North Babylon Union Free School District is launching a new mobile app that helps students, parents, and community members know what is happening on campus, right from their phones. We know families are using smartphones as a primary means to communicate. That's why we've created an app that is custom-built for mobile devices. On the app you can find lunch... READ MORE >
September 25, 2020Dear Parents and Guardians,We are happy to announce the New York State Education Department (NYSED) along with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted a waiver to allow schools in New York State to serve free meals to all students until December 31, 2020 or until the funds are exhausted, whichever occurs first. These meals... READ MORE >
The North Babylon Union Free School District welcomes new AssistantSuperintendent for Business Frank Bacchi and Assistant Superintendent for PupilPersonnel Services and Special Education Monica Manzi.With nearly 10 years of experience in business and finance, Mr. Bacchi has workedas the business and operations administrator at Mattituck-Cutchogue School... READ MORE >
Returning to School After Illness(English) (Spanish) READ MORE >
Students in Carolyn Whitney’s class at North Babylon-Belmont Elementary School are embracing the new school year with glitter, crayons and cardstock. This week, student artists were hard at work creating colorful chameleons and scratch art designs as part of a chameleon project, designed to help students adapt to their new learning environments. Please refer to the... READ MORE >
On Sept. 10, Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly met with North Babylon School District Superintendent Glen Eschbach and Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Kimberly Skillen to donate more than 2,000 disposal masks to the district. In the coming weeks, the legislator will also be donating 100 spray bottles to the district to be used for hand... READ MORE >
The North Babylon School District was thrilled to welcome students back to school on Sept.14. Staff, waiting with a smile, greeted students at school entrances, where they took their temperatures as part of the district’s new health and safety procedures. The district’s reopening plan allowed for families to choose between a hybrid, in-person or remote education... READ MORE >
The North Babylon School District extends its sincerest gratitude to GallettAir Inc., which generously donated nine ultraviolet decontamination units to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The units are made from two-drawer filing cabinets, ultraviolet lights and timers and will be used to sterilize masks, other personal protective equipment, Chromebooks, cell... READ MORE >
Congratulations to North Babylon High School seniors, Gabriella-Doreen Felice and Kaitlyn Marcis, for being selected to receive an “Award of Merit” as part of the 2020-21 Scholar Artist Program. Each year, the Long Island Arts Alliance recognizes students who excel in academics, as well as in the areas of music, visual arts, dance, theater or media arts.... READ MORE >
In conjunction with its Athletic Council, County Athletic Directors, Safety Committee and SuffolkCounty Executive Board, Section XI will be postponing all sports until January 4 due to theCOVID-19 pandemic.Among the reasons for this decision are the potential for increased positive cases of COVID-19,the health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, officials... READ MORE >
Any student who is eligible for the free or reduced meal program and is currently at home either as a hybrid or fully remote student, can pick up a grab and go bag at the entrance of the North Babylon Pool House located at 151 Phelps Lane from 12:30-1:30 PM daily. Pick up will be drive thru. Parents/Guardians are welcome to pick up meals for students. Place: ... READ MORE >
