BHS Student-Artists Serve Up Creativity At Local Gallery Debut
Members of the Babylon Junior-Senior High School Art Honor Society currently have an art exhibition on display at the Pizzeria in Babylon Village. The showcase features 10x10 artworks centered around the theme of food and marks the inaugural exhibition at the newly established Ramp Gallery, a collaborative effort between the Babylon Village Arts Council (BVAC) and the Pizzeria.
An opening reception was held on April 1, drawing a crowd of students, families, and community supporters. Attendees included Babylon Schools Superintendent Carisa Manza and Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams, who celebrated the young artists’ creativity and the partnership between the school and local organizations.
The following Art Honor Society Students have their works on display:
· Reese LaTorre
· Olivia Gavin
· Madison DeSena · Logan Snider · Giavanna Randazzo · Jackson Maurino · Keira Kolakowski
· Caera Larkin
· Grace Varley
· Carissa Arena
· Allie Manetta
· Faith Stewart
· Hailey McElmoyl
· Julia Good
The exhibition will remain on view through early June, offering the community an
opportunity to appreciate the talent of Babylon’s student artists. This is not the first time Babylon’s Art Honor
Society has partnered with The Pizzeria. For Youth Art Month last May, the studentartists worked to design new mascots for the business.
Fourteen Babylon Junior-Senior High School Art Honor Society students have an art exhibition on display at the Pizzeria in Babylon Village. The exhibition will remain on view through early June, offering the community an opportunity to appreciate the talent of Babylon’s student artists.
Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
MAY HAPPENINGS
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
MAY 3rd AND 4th
9:00AM-4:00PM
TUBER AND PLANT SALE
The Long Island Dahlia Society will host a tuber and plant sale at the Gazebo at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum. They will also be at Farmingdale State College May 6th, 7th and 8th, 9:00am to 4:00pm. For more info: LongIslandDahlia. org Tom Gangone Long Island Dahlia Society 631-972-8829
SATURDAY, MAY 3rd
11:30AM-1:00PM
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, OLPH Church in Lindenhurst has a support group to help you through your loss. Starts Saturday May 3- June 28, 2025. The group is a 9 week commitment and registration is required. If interested, contact OLPH rectory at 631-226-7725 ext 200. OLPH Church is located 210 South Wellwood Ave in Lindenhurst.
4:00PM
BLESSINGS IN THE AFTERNOON
Farmingdale United Methodist Church invites the community to Blessings in the Afternoon at the Village Green Gazebo. Please bring your family and friends for an afternoon of Gospel Singing and Praise. Snacks and drinks will be available. For more information, please call 516 694-3424
6:30PM NIGHT AT THE RACES
HOLIDAYS
11th - MOTHER'S DAY 26th - MEMORIAL DAY
MAKE A SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Will be held at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst, Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission $10.00. For more information please call 631-8889854.
7:00PM
OUR LADY OF GRACE CHOIR ANNUAL CONCERT
Free Will Offering, all welcome, just walk in. Light hospitality to follow. The church is located on 666 Albin Ave. in West Babylon. For more information, please call 631-587-5185. For the month of Our Blessed Mother Mary, the parish choirs perform their 19th annual spring concert. This evening we also welcome members of the St Padre Pio Prayer Group, established in 1970 with Vatican approval.
FRIDAY, MAY 9th
7:30PM
(doors open at 7:00pm) LIVE AUCTION AND TRIVIA NIGHT
Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Lindenhurst, School Auditorium, 240 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst. Four rounds of trivia interspersed with live auction of new and gently used donated items hosted by the Blue Door Thrift Boutique. $5 entry fee includes auction paddle, raffle ticket, drink ticket. Light snacks provided or bring your own. 50/50, raffle basket, gift certificate to Trivia winning team. Contact Tricia Buckley at buckleyt@optonline.net for more information and reservations.
MONDAY, MAY 12th
6:00PM-8:00PM
BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM
West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition is hosting a Breast Cancer Symposium at the West Islip Public Library. The rate of breast cancer risk in young adults from the age of 20 - 40 years old has become increasingly high. Never too young to educate yourself, and bring a friend! Please consider joining us. Early detection saves lives! For more information call 631-669-7770 or email, info@ wibcc.org
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14th
6:00PM-10:00PM
CHEFS FOR A CAUSE
The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition is hosting "Chefs For A Cause" at The Piermont, 494 Fire Island Ave. in Babylon. Over 25 restaurants from Long Island. No Walk-ins. $125 per ticket. For more information, please call 631-8934110
THURSDAY, MAY 15th
7:00PM
Designer Purse Bingo Brumidi Lodge in Deer Park Doors open at 5:30 games begin at 7pm. $30.00 Admission – includes 3 boards per game 10 games to be played.Coffee, Tea, Dessert and Door Prizes. 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Tickets must be purchased by 5/5/25. For tickets call Karen 631-943-3622
by The Original Salpino of Wantagh, N. Babylon & Dix
Hills
ANTIPASTO (Choose one)
•Hand Made Mozzarella Caprese
•Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (35-40 Pieces)
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
•Penne alla Vodka
•Farfalle Primavera
•Baked Ziti
•Stuffed Shells
• Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
MAIN COURSE
(Choose one)
• Pan-seared Norwegian Salmon with Seasonal Sautéed Veggies
•Chicken Marsala
•Chicken Francese
•Eggplant Parmigiana
•Pork Chop Caprese
•Steak Pizzaiola
SALAD (Choose one)
• Spinach & Goat Cheese
•Giardinastro
•Garden
•Caesar
DESSERT (Choose one)
•Fresh Fruit Bowl
•10 Large Cannoli
Dix Hills.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK:
Wee Chicken & Waffles with Jezebel-Maple Syrup
Childrencommonly like to give their mothers a break from cooking on Mother’s Day. Youngsters may be eager to help out in the kitchen and whip up something that Mom is certain to enjoy. But many recipes can be complicated for younger children or others who might not be so adept with meal creation. However, with a few ingredients that families may already have on hand, it’s possible to craft a delicious Mother’s Day brunch. This recipe for “Wee Chicken & Waffles with Jezebel-Maple Syrup” from Denise Gee’s “Southern Appetizers: 60 Delectables for Gracious Get-Togethers” (Chronicle Books) utilizes commercially available miniature waffles and popcorn chicken bites to create a chicken and waffles dish with a kick. Serve alongside mini muffins, deviled eggs, cheese and crackers, and other brunch dishes that are simple for youngsters and their little fingers to prepare.
Serves 10 to 12, Three or Four Waffles Each Jezebel-Maple Syrup
2 cups maple syrup
1/4 cup pineapple preserves
1/4 cup apple jelly
1 1/2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions:
1/2 teaspoon salt
40 mini waffles from a 10.9-ounce package, lightly toasted
40 pieces cooked fried popcorn chicken
Finely chopped fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley or green onion for garnish (optional)
Hot sauce for serving
To make the syrup: In a large microwave-safe glass measuring cup with pour spout (one holding at least 3 cups) or a bowl, add the maple syrup, pineapple preserves, apple jelly, horseradish, pepper, and salt; whisk to combine.
Microwave the mixture on high for 35 seconds. (You also can heat it in a small saucepan on low until the mixture is warm.) Stir and taste, adjusting the flavor if desired. Set the syrup aside.
Place the toasted waffles on a large serving platter. Top each waffle with a piece of chicken. Drizzle the chicken-waffle bites with about 1 teaspoon of the syrup. Garnish with the parsley, if desired, and serve with the remaining syrup and hot sauce.
Forest Avenue Students Help Care For Their Bears During Clinic
On April 3, Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School District participated in a teddy bear clinic sponsored by the trauma center at Good Samaritan Hospital. Students in prekindergarten through second grade had the opportunity to become doctors and nurses to their stuffed animals during the event.
During this injury prevention program, participants learned about car and helmet safety in a fun and interactive way and dressed up as medical professionals to take care of their injured stuffed animals. Health Club members from West Babylon Senior High School were on hand to assist in teaching the safety lessons and
help the elementary students in caring for their injured animals. While there, the high school students also learned about careers in the public health sector from a Good Samaritan outreach coordinator.
Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School District participated in a teddy bear clinic sponsored by the trauma center at Good Samaritan Hospital on April 3. Photos courtesy of West Babylon School District
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING MAY 20, 2025
WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF BABYLON SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that voting on the school district budget for the year 2025/2026 and election of Members of the Board of Education will take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 for the transaction of business as authorized by the Education Law by Ballot on Voting Machines or by Paper Ballot, if voting machines are not available or as otherwise provided by Law or Regulation. All times set forth herein are prevailing time.
Form of propositions will be as follows:
Shall the following Proposition be adopted?
PROPOSITION NO. 1
Shall the school District budget proposed by the Board of Education of the West Babylon Union Free School District for the Fiscal year 2025-2026 requiring the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of the District in accordance with Section 1716 of the Education Law and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District be adopted.
AND to elect three (3) members of the Board of Education for a term of three (3) years and one member for the balance of an unexpired term commencing May 20, 2025 and expiring June 30, 2026. The three candidates receiving the highest plurality will be elected to the three (3) year term. The candidate receiving the fourth highest vote total will be elected to the balance of the unexpired term.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Annual Budget Hearing of the West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM, for the transaction of business as authorized by the Education Law including:
1) to present to the voters and discuss the proposed budget and the amount of money which will be required for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
2) such further business as is authorized by the Education Law and acts amendatory thereto.
Said meeting will be held at the Board Room, Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY 11704 at 6:00 P.M. The Annual Budget Hearing will adjourn immediately upon the conclusion of the business before the Board. The meeting is open to the public. You will also be able to view and listen to the meeting by joining
the virtual meeting using the information which will be available on the West Babylon School District Website at www.wbschools.org.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Chapter 258 of the Laws of 2008, Section 495 was added to the Real Property Tax Law, and requires the School District to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation; list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show:
(a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll: (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and any website maintained by the District.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025/2026 will be prepared and will be available at each school building and at the West Babylon School District Office, school district Library and on the website (www.wbschools. org) no later than fourteen (14) days before the vote.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District at her office, at 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, no later than on or before 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on or before April 21, 2025. Forms of Petition may be obtained from the District Clerk or in our school website www. wbschools.org.
Each petition must be directed to the Clerk of the District and shall state the name and residence of the candidate and the length of term of the office and the names of the last incumbents, as set forth above. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District; must be signed by at least forty seven (47) qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 Annual Election) ; must state the name and residence of each signer, and, must state the name and residence of the candidate. The Petition shall describe at least the length of term of office and contain the name of the last incumbent.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise to be submitted for voting at said election and budget vote must be filed with the District Clerk of the Board of Education, 10 Farmingdale Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704 on or before April 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, must be typed or printed in the English and Spanish language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least one hundred eighteen (118) qualified voters of the District (representing 5% of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election) ; and must legibly state the name of legal residence of each signer.
The School Board will not entertain any petition to place a proposition before the voters which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, which is unlawful, or any proposition which fails to include a specific appropriation where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition, or where other valid reason exists for excluding the proposition from the ballot.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not already appear on the register of said school district, or who does not register as hereinafter provided.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, if a voter is registered pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law in the West Babylon Union Free School District and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an Annual or Special Meeting or Election, and who shall have voted at any Annual or Special District Meeting or Election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register is also eligible to vote at this election.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that all other voters may register to vote on any school day not less than five (5) days preceding the Election and Budget Vote, at the District Office, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. prevailing time, at which time any person will be entitled to have his/ her name placed on such registers, provided that he or she is known or proven to
the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter is entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on May 15, 2025, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., prevailing time, on weekdays, and each day prior to the day set for the election, except Sunday and by advance appointment on Saturday, May 17, 2025, which appointment must be made with the District Clerk on or before 4:00 P.M., prevailing time, May 13, 2025, and at the polling place(s) on the day of the vote.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Registration will meet on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M., prevailing time, in the BoardRoom of the Administration Wing of the Senior High School and the Santapogue Elementary School to, prepare the Register of the School District to be used at any election or special district meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register provided that at such meeting of said Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school election for which said Register is prepared, or any special district meeting held after May 20, 2025.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee or early mail ballots may be obtainable at the Office of the Clerk of the District (Administration Offices, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704). An application for an absentee or early mail ballot must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election. The completed application must be received by the District Clerk, at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or their designated agent. No absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the Office of the Clerk of the School District no later than 5:00 P.M., prevailing time, on the day of the election. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection by qualified voters of the District in the said Office of the Clerk on each of the five (5) days prior to the day of election, except Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., prevailing time and shall be available at the polling places on the day of the vote. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such list, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for such challenge. A challenge to an absentee ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an early mail ballot.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the school district. Military voters who are qualified voters of the district may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voter registration applications and ballot applications can be requested from the District Clerk via mail at 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704 or via electronic mail at Jparada@wbschools.org or by fax transmission at 631-3767019 and such applications must be received in the Office of the Clerk no later than 5:00 P.M. on April 24, 2025. In the request for an application for registration or an application for a ballot, the military voter is permitted to designate his/ her preference for receiving the application for registration by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail as set forth above.
Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of polls, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 and must show a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign Country’s postal service, or must show a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 P.M. on the day of the election and be signed and dated by the military voter and one witness, with a date ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICTS
The boundaries of the school election districts and the place in each election district for registration and voting shall be as follows:
Election District No. 1
Election District No. 1 meets in the BoardRoom of the Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York, and the said election district comprises all that portion of West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, lying south of Sunrise Highway.
Election District No. 2
Election District No. 2 meets in the Santapogue Elementary School, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon,
New York and the said election district comprises all that portion of the West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, lying north of Sunrise Highway.
ALL STATE OR CDC RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES, IF ANY, WILL APPLY TO EVERYONE ENTERING THE POLLING PLACES.
Dated: March 10, 2025 West Babylon, New York BY THE ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
By: Jailin Parada, District Clerk
West Babylon Union Free School District Administration Building 10 Farmingdale Road West Babylon, New York 11704
AVISO DE REUNIÓN ANUAL 20 de MAYO 2025 WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT CIUDAD DE BABYLON CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la votación sobre el presupuesto del distrito escolar para el año 2025/2026 y la elección de los Miembros de la Junta de Educación se llevará a cabo el martes 20 de Mayo de 2025 para la transacción de los asuntos según lo autorizado por la Ley de Educación por Boleta en Máquinas de Votación o por Boleta de Papel, si las máquinas de votación no están disponibles o según lo dispuesto por la Ley o Reglamento. Todas las horas indicadas en el presente documento son horas vigentes.
La forma de las proposiciones será la siguiente
¿Se aprueba la siguiente Proposición adoptada?
PROPOSICIÓN NO. 1
Que el presupuesto del Distrito escolar propuesto por la Junta de Educación del West Babylon Union Free School District para el año fiscal 2025-2026 que requiere la asignación de los fondos necesarios para satisfacer los gastos estimados del Distrito según la Sección 1716 de la Ley de Educación y para autorizar la parte necesaria de los mismos que se recaudará mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito sea adoptado.
Y elegir a tres (3) miembros de la Junta de Educación por un período de tres (3) años y un miembro por el resto de un período no vencido que
comienza el 20 de mayo de 2025 y vence el 30 de junio de 2026. Los tres candidatos que reciban la mayor pluralidad serán elegidos para el período de tres (3) años. El candidato que reciba el cuarto mayor número de votos será elegido para el resto del mandato no vencido.
SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que la Audiencia Anual de Presupuesto del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon Unión, Pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York se celebrará el martes 13 de Mayo de 2025 a las 6:00 PM, para la transacción de negocios según lo autorizado por la Ley de Educación, incluyendo:
1. presentar a los votantes y discutir el presupuesto propuesto y la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año fiscal 2025-2026.
2. cualquier otro asunto autorizado por la Ley de Educación y sus enmiendas.
Dicha reunión se celebrará en la Sala de Juntas, Edificio de Administración, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY 11704 a las 6:00
P.M. La Audiencia Anual de Presupuesto se levantará inmediatamente después de la conclusión de los asuntos ante la Junta. La reunión está abierta al público. También podrá ver y escuchar la reunión uniéndose a la reunión virtual utilizando la información que estará disponible en el sitio web del Distrito Escolar de West Babylon en www. wbschools.org.
SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que de conformidad con el Capítulo 258 de las Leyes de 2008, se agregó la Sección 495 a la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Inmuebles, y requiere que el Distrito Escolar adjunte a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención. Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en la lista de tasación final utilizada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos; enumerará cada tipo de exención concedida, identificada por autoridad estatutaria, y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado en dólares del valor tasado o en porcentaje del valor total tasado en el padrón: (b) el importe acumulativo que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones concedidas. El informe de exenciones se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios que mantenga el Distrito para avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web que mantenga el Distrito.
SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el
presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2025/2026 se preparará y estará disponible en cada edificio escolar y en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de West Babylon, en la Biblioteca del distrito escolar y en el sitio web (www.wbschools.org) a más tardar catorce (14) días antes de la votación.
SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las peticiones nominando candidatos para el cargo de Miembro de la Junta de Educación deben ser presentadas ante la Secretaria del Distrito en su oficina, en 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, a más tardar el o antes de las 8:30 A.M. a 5:00 P.M. o antes del 21 de abril de 2025. Los formularios de Petición pueden obtenerse en la Secretaría del Distrito.
Cada petición deberá dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito e indicará el nombre y la residencia del candidato y la duración del mandato del cargo, así como los nombres de los últimos titulares, según lo establecido anteriormente. Cada petición deberá dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito; deberá estar firmada por al menos cuarenta y siete (47) votantes calificados del Distrito (que representen el mayor número de 25 votantes calificados o el 2% del número de votantes que votaron en las Elecciones Anuales de 2024) ; deberá indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y, deberá indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato. La Petición deberá describir al menos la duración del mandato y contener el nombre del último titular.
Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que cualquier referéndum o proposición para enmendar el presupuesto, o de otra manera a ser sometida a votación en dicha elección y votación del presupuesto debe ser presentada ante el Secretario del Distrito de la Junta de Educación, 10 Farmingdale Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704 en o antes del 21 de abril de 2025 a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, debe estar mecanografiada o impresa en inglés y español; debe estar dirigida al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; debe estar firmada por al menos ciento dieciocho (118) votantes calificados del Distrito (que representen el 5% del número de votantes que votaron en las elecciones anuales de 2024); y debe indicar de forma legible el nombre de residencia legal de cada firmante.
La Junta Escolar no aceptará ninguna petición para presentar una propuesta ante los votantes que no esté dentro de los poderes de los votantes para decidir, que sea ilegal, o cualquier propuesta que no incluya una asignación específica donde el gasto de dinero sea requerido por la propuesta, o donde exista otra razón válida para excluir la propuesta de la boleta
electoral.
Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión y elección cuyo nombre no figure ya en el registro de dicho distrito escolar, o que no se registre como se estipula más adelante.
Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que si un votante está registrado de conformidad con §2014 de la Ley de Educación en el Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon Unión y es elegible para votar de conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. El registro así preparado incluye a todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para registrarse de conformidad con el presente, y todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente en virtud del presente para una Reunión o Elección Anual o Especial, y que hayan votado en cualquier Reunión o Elección Anual o Especial del Distrito, celebrada o llevada a cabo en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del registro también es elegible para votar en esta elección.
Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que todos los demás votantes pueden inscribirse para votar en cualquier día escolar no menos de cinco (5) días antes de la Elección y Votación Presupuestaria, en la Oficina del Distrito, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, entre las horas de 8:30 A.M. y 4:00 P.M. hora prevaleciente, en cuyo momento cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dichos registros, siempre que se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en ese momento o posteriormente en la elección para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro así preparado de conformidad con §2014 de la Ley de Educación se archivarán en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en el Edificio de Administración, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York 11704, y estará abierto para su inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito a partir del 15 de mayo de 2025, entre las 8:00 A.M. y las 4:00 P.M., hora actual, los días laborables, y todos los días anteriores al día fijado para la elección, excepto los domingos y mediante cita previa el sábado 17 de mayo de 2025, que deberá concertarse con el Secretario del Distrito a las 4:00PM, hora actual, o antes, del 13 de mayo de 2025, y en el/los colegio(s) electoral(es) el día de la votación.
Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que la Junta de Registro se reunirá el martes 20 de Mayo de 2025, entre las 6:00 A.M. y las 9:00 P.M., hora predominante, en la Sala de Juntas del Ala de Administración de la Escuela Secundaria y la Escuela Primaria Santapogue para, preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en cualquier elección o reunión especial del distrito que pueda celebrarse después de la preparación de dicho Registro, en cuyo momento cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho Registro siempre que en dicha reunión de dicha Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en ese momento o posteriormente en la elección escolar para la que se prepara dicho Registro, o en cualquier reunión especial del distrito que se celebre después del 20 de Mayo de 2025.
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POR LA PRESENTE, que las solicitudes de voto por correo en ausencia o anticipado pueden obtenerse en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito (Oficinas Administrativas, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704). La solicitud de voto en ausencia o de voto anticipado por correo debe ser recibida por el Secretario del Distrito no antes de treinta (30) días antes de las elecciones. La solicitud completa debe ser recibida por el Secretario del Distrito, por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta va a ser enviada por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección si la boleta va a ser entregada personalmente al votante o a su agente designado. Ninguna boleta de votante ausente será escrutada a menos que haya sido recibida en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M., hora prevaleciente, del día de la elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se hayan emitido votos en ausencia estará disponible para su inspección por parte de votantes calificados del Distrito en la mencionada Oficina del Secretario cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos al día de la elección, excepto los sábados, domingos y feriados, entre las 8:00 A.M. y las 4:00 P.M., hora prevaleciente, y estará disponible en los lugares de votación el día de la votación. Cualquier votante calificado puede, tras examinar dicha lista, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las cualificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dicha lista, exponiendo las razones de dicha impugnación. La impugnación de un voto por correo no puede basarse en que el votante debería haber solicitado un voto por correo anticipado.
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POR LA PRESENTE, que los votantes militares que actualmente no están registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del distrito escolar. Los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del distrito pueden presentar una solicitud para una boleta electoral militar. Las solicitudes de inscripción de votantes militares y las solicitudes de boletas electorales pueden solicitarse al Secretario del Distrito por correo postal a 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704 o por correo electrónico a Jparada@wbschools.org o por transmisión de fax al 631376-7019 y dichas solicitudes deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del 24 de abril de 2025. En el pedido de solicitud de inscripción o de solicitud de boleta electoral, se permite que el votante militar designe su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de inscripción por correo, transmisión por facsímil o correo electrónico, según se establece anteriormente.
Las boletas de los militares deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito (1) antes del cierre de las urnas, el martes 20 de Mayo de 2025 y deben mostrar una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o deben mostrar un endoso fechado de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del día de la elección y estar firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha comprobada que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección.
DISTRITOS ESCOLARES ELECTORALES
Los límites de los distritos electorales escolares y el lugar de cada distrito electoral
para el registro y la votación serán los siguientes:
Distrito Electoral nº 1
El Distrito Electoral No. 1 se reúne en la Sala de Juntas del Edificio Administrativo, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York, y dicho distrito electoral comprende toda la porción del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, que se encuentra al sur de Sunrise Highway.
Distrito Electoral nº 2
El Distrito Electoral No. 2 se reúne en la Santapogue Elementary School, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, New York y dicho distrito electoral comprende toda la porción del West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, que se encuentra al norte de Sunrise Highway.
TODAS LAS DIRECTRICES RECOMENDADAS POR EL ESTADO O LA CDC, EN SU CASO, SE APLICARÁN A TODAS LAS PERSONAS QUE ACCEDAN A LOS COLEGIOS ELECTORALES.
Fecha: Marzo 10, 2025 West Babylon, NY 11704
POR ORDEN DEL CONSEJO DE EDUCACIÓN WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, CIUDAD DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
By:
Jailin M. Parada, District Clerk West Babylon Union Free School District Administration Building 10 Farmingdale Road West Babylon, New York 11704
WBAB N & S - 633 - 4/2, 4/9, 4/30 & 5/7/25
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Fridays: May 2-30 WBA415
10:15-11:15 am
Non-refundable fee for the 5-week May session: $10.
CORK GARDEN MARKERS
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Drop by the library anytime and check out our garden craft station.
YOGA
Wednesdays: May 7-28
WBA405 6 pm -7 pm
Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 4-week May session: $8.
FLOWERS FOR MOM
Monday, May 5, 7-8 pm WBA140
Join florist Irene at the Library and create a beautiful floral arrangement. Nonrefundable/transferable materials fee: $5.
ENGLISH: BEGINNERS
Tuesdays, May 6 WBA200 6:15-7:15 pm
Join us for this monthly class to help enhance your English language skills.
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Tuesday, May 6, 6:45-8:30 pm WBA141
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YOGA
Wednesdays: May 7-28
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The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Successful candidates for NEDP include former ESL students, students who have been out of school for prolonged periods of time, or students who fare better without the structure of tests. This program is an alternative to other programs. Anyone interested should call Western Suffolk BOCES to meet with a counselor.
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CARING FOR WILDLIFE
Thursday, May 8, 7-8 pm WBA218
Sweetbriar Nature Center
is a wildlife rehabilitation facility that takes care of injured, sick, and orphaned animals. Participants will meet some of their resident, non-releasable animals to find out their stories and get information on what to do if you find an animal that might need help.
DRAGONFLY VASE KIT
May 8-13 WBA142
A YouTube Link will be provided by the Library. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.
BUSY PERSON’S BOOK GROUP
7-8:30 pm WBA10
Thursday, May 8 – How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley
SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNING
Tuesday, May 13, 7-8 pm WBA220
Your children with disabilities may be entitled to benefits throughout their lifetime. As they turn 18, learn how you can protect them with Trusts, proper estate planning, and more.
MEDICAID ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE
Wednesday, May 14 10 am-1:30 pm
Sign up is first-come, firstserved and free of charge. For more information, call the Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council at 631435-3000.
LEARN HOW: CANVA POSTER PRINTING
May 14, 6:30-8 pm WBA815
Learn how to set-up your own FREE Canva account which will allow you to create different custom print materials. This class will cover setting up and using Canva then creating a poster to be printed after class to take home. Posters can be made for marketing purposes, communions, weddings, showers, graduations, photo collages and more!
FRIDAY FLICKS
Movies begin at 1 pm WBA720
Fridays: May 16- Reagan (PG-13, 135 min)
Families Anonymous Virtual Meetings
12-Step support group giving Hope & Strength to parents, family and friends concerned with a loved one’s destructive behavior caused by Alcohol, Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems is now meeting virtually until further notice. For further information e-mail or call: Donna526@aol.com or (631) 835.8788; Diane (631) 587.0966, www. FamiliesAnonymous.org
BHS Students Become Teachers For A Day
Members of Babylon Junior-Senior High School’s Science National Honor Society (SNHS) recently visited Babylon Memorial Grade School to teach fifth-grade students a hands-on lesson titled “Air Really Matters.” Part of the Next Generation Science curriculum, the handson lesson allowed young learners to explore the characteristics of matter while the visit provided high school students with the opportunity to step into the role of educators, showcasing their creativity and leadership skills.
The idea for the
collaboration originated during a K-12 science curriculum committee meeting, where SNHS advisor Ashley Jones saw an opportunity to combine leadership development for high school students with an enriching science experience for younger learners. The high school students planned and implemented the lesson, ensuring all fifth graders were both challenged and supported, regardless of their ability levels. The impact of the lesson was evident as fifth graders enthusiastically participated in the activities
and later expressed their gratitude through thankyou cards.
“Ms. Jones played a pivotal role in organizing and preparing for the event, ensuring its success,” said Dr. Marissa Scholl, director of science and technology at the high school. “This collaboration not only deepened the fifth graders’ understanding of science but also empowered the high school students to develop leadership skills in a meaningful and impactful way.”
Photos courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District
Members of Babylon Junior-Senior High School’s Science National Honor Society recently visited Babylon Memorial Grade School to teach fifth-grade students a science lesson.
to become educators for a day and showcase leadership skills.
The visit gave the high schoolers the opportunity
High School Senior Awarded $180,000 NROTC Scholarship
Babylon Junior-Senior High School senior Ryan Polletta has been awarded a highly competitive Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) scholarship worth $180,000. The scholarship recognizes Polletta’s outstanding academic achievements, leadership qualities, and commitment to serving his country.
The NROTC program provides full tuition coverage, stipends for books and living expenses, and leadership training at select colleges nationwide. Upon graduation, Polletta will commission as an officer in the Marine Corps.
“Ryan exemplifies of the dedication and leadership qualities we love to see in our students,” said Principal Al Cirone. “This scholarship is a testament to his hard work, and we look forward to seeing the impact he will make in his military career.”
The comprehensive NROTC scholarship selection process evaluates candidates on multiple dimensions of excellence. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic marks, active participation in extracurricular and athletic programs, and a commitment to community service. Additionally, candidates must successfully complete a physical fitness assessment and perform well through multiple rounds of interviews before final selection.
Free Safety Car Seat Installation
Ensuring that your child is in the right car seat and properly installed is essential for their safety. Car seats are crucial in protecting children during car accidents, with properly secured kids being 82% less likely to suffer injuries. Selecting a car seat that matches your child’s age and size is vital, as this can be life-saving. Councilman Terence McSweeney said he “Strongly encourages everyone who transports children to take advantage of the free safety inspections available, which can significantly enhance a child’s chances of emerging from an accident with minimal harm.”McSweeney, a firefighter with over 25 years of experience, emphasized that he has witnessed children escape crashes unscathed due to the correct installation and sizing of their car seats. He urges everyone to utilize this important free service provided by qualified officers from the Suffolk County Police Department and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office. Additionally, McSweeney expressed gratitude to the Babylon Fire Department for hosting this important event, as well as to the Copiague Fire Department for their support on April 25th.
Babylon Junior-Senior High School senior Ryan Polletta with Superintendent of Schools Carisa Manza and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Jeffrey Haubrich. Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District
