The community elects the Board of Education. In Babylon, trustees are elected for three-year terms. There are seven members on this Board. May. The Board of Education is a representative body of the community and an agent of the State. The Board members take an oath of office and must abide by the State Constitution, State laws and mandates, regulations of the Commissioner of Education, and the policies of the district.
Board members receive no pay for their service.
The Board has two primary missions-one is to set goals and establish policy for the school district and the other is to select a Superintendent. The Superintendent is responsible for the day to day operation of the district in accordance with the goals and policies set forth by the Board of Education and State Education requirements. The Board of Education usually meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. There can be changes to the schedule so it is advised that community members to check the school calendars, newspapers, and postings in the schools and public library. Board meetings are open to the public and are held in the High School Library.