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The latest news stories are displayed below, you can also visit the Full News Archives.New Windsor Drama Club Performs Stone Soup and Makes World a Better Place
The story’s message, “when we come together as a community and share what we have, we make the world a better place for all,” inspired students to give back to their own community by hosting a school-wide food drive.
Balmville Elementary School Hosts a Wellness Fair for Students & Families
Stations included making sensory bottles, breathing sticks, planting tomato plants, yoga/ mindfulness, coloring, and trying out new fidgets at the fidget station!
Unofficial Vote/Election Results | May 2026
Thank you to the NECSD residents who came out to vote today. Unofficial results can be found below.
Calendar Reminder | May 2026
This is a friendly reminder that the district will have a half day for students on Tuesday, May 19th, due to the annual NECSD Budget and Newburgh Free Library Vote and Board of Education Election.
Student Musicians Perform in Annual All District Music Festival
Students from various schools across the district united their voices and musical talents to present a collaborative performance featuring songs from a combined chorus, band, and orchestra.
Heritage Rising: Growing Together
After watching an educational slideshow on mental wellness, the students discussed practical ways to step up for their friends and help everyone feel included.
Your Voice Matters: Take the NECSD Panorama Family Survey
The survey is confidential and only takes a few minutes to complete. Your responses will guide decisions and strengthen school-family partnerships.
Next Level Goldbacks: NFA Celebrates 12 Athletic Spring Season Signings
Twelve standout Goldbacks officially committed to continuing their academic and athletic journeys at the collegiate level this spring, spanning across Division I, II, and III programs.
Curtain Up! NFA’s Maxwell Vegliando To Be Honored at the Roger Rees Awards
We are shining the spotlight on Newburgh Free Academy’s own Maxwell Vegliando, who has been recognized as one of the top high school musical theater performers in the region!
Under Your Radar: Anti-Vaping Parent/Guardian Workshop
Participants will gain insight into nicotine addiction, the effects of vaping on the developing teenage brain, and common myths and misconceptions often promoted through social media.
ATTENTION GOLDBACKS: Friday Night Lights Remix will End Early Tonight!
Due to a planned network outage, Friday Night Lights Remix will be ending early this evening. For the safety of our students and staff, the program will end at 8:30pm tonight.
Shaping the Future: NFA’s Early College Teaching Pathway
As part of their clinical experience, high school scholars walk to GAMS to facilitate hands-on instruction, effectively connecting their academic coursework with real-world classroom application.
Join us for Friday Night Light Remix THIS FRIDAY May 15th
Join us this Friday, May 15th for Open Gym Basketball and Teen Social Night in the Black Box Theater at NFA Main.
Gardnertown Leadership Academy Hosts Inaugural Autism Awareness Walk
Students and staff came together with posters, sidewalk chalk messages, and school spirit to raise awareness and celebrate the uniqueness of every learner.
2026-27 Budget Notice and Highlights Report
Check your mailbox! Our annual Budget Notice and Highlights booklet is reaching local residents this week!
NFA Decision Day 2026
Here's a sampling of our NFA Seniors who are college bound! Check out where they're headed.
Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announced
We are proud to announce our Valedictorian, Steven Yang, and Salutatorian, Madison Gravel.
Rock the Regents - Saturday Regents Help
Get ready to Rock the Regents! Newburgh Free Academy is hosting its premier Saturday support program at the NFA North Campus to help students in grades 9–12 sharpen their skills and ace their upcoming New York State exams. This intensive review serie










