Newburgh City School District Student Wins Statewide Honors in NYAPT Poster Contest
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District is incredibly proud to announce that Stella Torres, a student at Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS), has been named a statewide winner in the New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) School Bus Safety Poster Contest.
Stella earned 3rd Place in the NYS Division 1 category, showcasing her artistic talent and her commitment to promoting school bus safety. This is the first time a Newburgh student has advanced to the state level!
Promoting Safety Through Art
The annual NYAPT poster contest encourages students across New York State to think critically about bus safety rules and the importance of protecting their peers during their daily commute. Stella’s artwork stood out among entries from across the state for its creativity, clear messaging, and vibrant design. Stella's art teacher is Ms. Kelsey Kimlin.
A Remarkable Achievement
Advancing to the state level and placing in the top three is a significant accomplishment. We celebrate Stella for her hard work and for representing the GAMS community and the entire Newburgh district with such distinction. Congratulations, Stella, on this well-deserved honor!
ATTENTION: Are your scholars or colleagues doing something great? Please contact the district Communications Team at communications@necsd.net. We’d love to visit your class or event and/or post your pictures and recap to highlight the amazing accomplishments throughout our district!
