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NFA Main Campus Music Department presents 2025-2026 Winter Concerts
The NFA Main Campus Music Department is spreading gifts of music and talent through their 2025–2026 Winter Concerts!
Gardnertown Leadership Academy Performs Annual Winter Concert
Families and community members filled the auditorium to cheer on our students as they performed a beautiful selection of music in both chorus and band.
Character Ambassador Assembly K-2 (November and December)
New Windsor School is proud to share the success of our recent Character Ambassador Assembly, held to honor our Kindergarten through 2nd grade students who exemplified the core values of Respect and Self-Control.
NFA P-TECH Faculty Engages with AI's Future at IBM Headquarters
Ten dedicated P-TECH faculty members joined teachers from around New York state at IBM Headquarters in Manhattan, where they gained insights into the rapidly evolving impact of Artificial Intelligence on the modern workforce.
Heritage Middle School Hosts Annual Monster Mash
Heritage Middle School had their annual Monster Mash Dance. It was a well attended event by 375 students.
Heritage Middle School Scholars Create One-Page Book Reports
Each report highlighted key elements such as the characters, setting, theme, and quotes from the book, and included original illustrations inspired by the book.
Heritage Middle School Scholars Donate More than 1,700 Cans of Food to Those in Need
We held a friendly homeroom competition to see who could bring in the most cans, and—no surprise—the Heritage community delivered...with over 1700 cans.
The Winter Athletics Season Has Begun!
Our fans in the stands should always be respectful and uplifting of our athletes, without directing negativity at our opponent. We each play a critical role in supporting our athletes and acting as role models for our community!
Pre-K Turkey Trot at GAMS!
Our Pre-K students at GAMS had a wonderful time celebrating the annual Turkey Trot! With big smiles and plenty of energy, our youngest learners dashed, trotted, and cheered each other on as they made their way around the building.
NFA Hosts 14 Orange County Districts for Annual Youth in Government Convention
Newburgh Free Academy Youth in Government Club hosted 14 Orange County schools and more than 300 students for a Youth in Government convention. This convention mimics the political party conventions that nominate politicians for the general election.
NFA Astronomy Club Presents | Season of Light
Hosted in the NFA Planetarium, the NFA Astronomy Club will be presenting their traditional show, The Season of Light, about the traditions around the Winter Solstice including holidays.
Fostertown Dedicates the Ramos "Rainbows" Reading Room in Honor of Former Principal Maritza Vargas Ramos
The Fostertown community proudly gathered to celebrate the opening and dedication of the Ramos “Rainbows” Reading Room, a newly renamed library space honoring the lasting legacy of former principal, Mrs. Maritza Vargas-Ramos.
High School Selection Tours | January 2026
High School Selection Tours are an opportunity to meet faculty and staff, learning about programs offered in the building and expectations for high school, and tour the building.
Kindergarten Selection Tours Begin!
These tours provide a wonderful opportunity for families to visit our schools, meet staff, and learn more about the kindergarten experience in our district.
Horizon on the Hudson Scholars Display Pre-K Fashion Show
Over the past few weeks, students have been exploring all things apparel—what clothes are made of, how they’re designed, how they’re made, how we care for them, and so much more.
Collective Bargaining Updates | FAQ Information Page
In an effort to ensure transparency and keep our community well-informed, we have created a dedicated information page that will be updated regularly.
REMINDER: Delays, Dismissals, Closures | Emergency Related Information
These circumstances are typically utilized for weather conditions; however, they may be utilized for any type of scenario that may require a change to our standard schedule.










