Shown in the photo, Babylon School District Teachers Association President Dennis Lally, far left; Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ellen Best-Laimit and Board of Education President Darrell J. Conway, both far right, congratulate this year's newly tenured teachers shown, left to right, Stacey Aprea, Colleen Winther, Mary Beth Malone, and Jennifer Monteleone during a recent Board of Education meeting. The Babylon School District awarded tenure to four teachers and staff members who have demonstrated exemplary professionalism and dedication to the success of all students in the Babylon School District.

"Awa rding tenure represents the highest degree of confidence a school district can bestow upon a teacher," stated Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ellen Best-Laimit. "You are being awarded tenure as a result of your outstanding performance over the past three years. I congratulate each of you and know that we are confident you will continue to serve with dedication and commitment."

The following professionals one being awarded the status of tenure: Stacey Aprea, Mary Beth Malone, Jennifer Monteleone and Colleen Winther