Three West Babylon teachers were recognized at the Suffolk County Legislature Teacher Appreciation Awards Night on June 7 at North Babylon High School.

Tooker Avenue reading teacher Lisa Granieri was recognized as an outstanding teacher. Senior High School math teacher Christina Montalvo received the Teacher Appreciation Award, and music teacher Joe Barone received the Outstanding Teacher Award. All of the district’s librarians were recognized with honorable mention awards.
 
Presiding Officer DuWayne Gregory presented the winners with a proclamation. Educators who receive these awards go the extra mile, working above and beyond what is required, are an inspiration to their peers, collaborate with colleagues to improve student achievement, inspire lifelong learning and are master teachers and educational leaders.