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The Office of Curriculum and Instruction leads teaching and learning across the district, from kindergarten through graduation. The office oversees curriculum and assessment, state testing and reporting, the Portrait of a Panther and graduation requirements, and professional learning for staff.
What We Do:
✓Curriculum:Courses and units aligned to the New York State Learning Standards, written and reviewed by Babylon teachers and curriculum leaders.
✓Assessment and State Testing:Grades 3–8 English language arts, math, and science tests, and Regents exams at the high school.
✓Graduation Requirements:The Portrait of a Panther and the credits and exams students need for a New York State diploma.
✓Academic Support:Academic Intervention Services and other help for students who need extra support to meet the standards.
✓Data and Reporting:School and district results reported to the New York State Education Department each year.
✓Professional Learning:Training for teachers and staff, including Superintendent’s Conference Days.
Curriculum and Instruction:
Portrait of a Panther:The skills and character every Babylon graduate carries forward, and New York State diploma requirements.Visit page
NYSED District Report Card:State data on enrollment, test results, and graduation rates for the district and each school.Visit page
Professional Development:The district professional development plan and learning opportunities for staff.Visit page
Shared Decision Making:Teams of staff, parents, and community members who help guide each school’s plan.Visit page
Questions About Curriculum:
Start with your child’s teacher. If your question isn’t resolved, follow these steps in order.
Grades K–6:
- Classroom teacher
- Building principal
- Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Grades 7–12:
- Classroom teacher
- Curriculum director
- Building principal
- Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
For other questions, see Who Do I Call…
Questions about curriculum or instruction?
Call the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, or share feedback through Babylon Talks.
