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Newburgh Free Academy Scholars Receive More than $100,000 in Local Scholarships
Newburgh Free Academy hosted its annual Scholarship Night earlier this month. Nearly 100 scholarships, totaling more than $100,000 were given out at the event! Thank you to our scholarship sponsors who love and support our children in this meaningful

2025 NECSD All-District Art Show
The 2025 NECSD All-District Art Show opening artists' reception was held at the Cornerstone Residence lobby on Broadway, featuring more than 230 pieces of artwork from NECSD students in grades Pre-K through 12.

No Empty Seats | Make Sure Celebratory Events are Safe for Everyone!
Every year, numerous students don't make it to their graduation. For parents, siblings, educators, and the community, these memorable moments become tragic and tarnished when a child dies. Don't let a bad decision keep you from graduation or another

High School & Grade 8 June 2025 Regents Schedule Available
Some of our NFA students, and some 8th Graders will be taking regent exams during June. Please see this post for the schedule for your child's school during the Regents exams.
Meadow Hill Scholars Join with Alumnus to Create Colorful Cultural Mural
Recognizing the school’s focus on global exploration and cultures, the colorful mural displays dozens of flags from around the world, creating a welcoming environment from the first step into the building.
Gardnertown Leadership Academy Unveils Brand New Adaptive Playground
Gardnertown Leadership Academy unveiled a brand new adaptive playground for children of all ages and abilities. It incorporates features that allow children with various physical, cognitive, and sensory needs to participate in play activities alongsi
Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) 5th Graders “Set No Limits” Visiting College Campus
The elementary scholars walked from their elementary school to the neighborhood college campus, beginning their visit with meaningful discussions about post secondary options, focusing on the benefits and pathways to higher education.

2025 NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Spring Team Award Recognition
To qualify for the NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team Award, 75% of a team's average GPA for the season must be at least 90%.
Temple Hill Academy Inducts National Junior Honor Society Members
Select students in seventh and eighth grade who demonstrate the five pillars of NJHS: scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship took the pledge and were inducted.

YOGA on Wheels & Ice Cream Social! NWS Family Yoga Event!
Come Join Us! Wednesday, June 4th at 5:30pm at New Windsor School for YOGA on Wheels & Ice Cream Social! NWS Family Yoga Event! The event is free!

Meadow Hill Middle School Scholars Participate in STEM Challenge
Sixth grade students learned about catapults in social studies, completed a how to writing piece in ELA, designed functioning catapults in science, and, finally, collected and organized their data into graphs in math.

Balmville Elementary Scholars Learn Skills to Prepare for Middle School
Throughout the year, Mr. Donaldson came to Balmville and engaged with the 5th graders providing skills and answering questions about transitioning to Middle School.

Reminder | Federal and State requirements regarding special education services for parentally placed nonpublic school children
These requirements are the result of the Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which mandates all states ensure that the school district where a nonpublic school is located is responsible for special education services for your

20 NFA Scholars Earn State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli's Student Achievement Award
The New York State Comptroller's Achievement Award is presented each year to a student who has excelled academically and has also shown leadership potential by volunteering his or her time to serve the school or community.

Two NFA Scholars Earn Scholarships in Science, Math, and Computing
Congratulations goes to NFA Main juniors Stella Caputo and Roman D'Alfonso for winning the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) awards for their outstanding achievement.

NECSD Announces Valedictorian & Salutatorian for the Class of 2025
Ryan Wicker is the 2025 Valedictorian and Grace Musante is the 2025 Salutatorian

Exemptions from Diploma Assessment Requirements for Major Life Events
This important change allows the Commissioner of Education to grant individual student exemptions from required diploma assessments when a student has experienced a major life event that significantly impacts their ability to take or perform on state

Act Now to #StandUp4GEARUP
The future of GEAR UP is at a defining moment. As part of the 2026 budget proposal, the White House has called for the elimination of key federally funded education programs, including GEAR UP.