2008-2009 Recent News & Announcements
November
POSTED: Wed., Nov. 25, 2009 - Events
Student Activities Page Updated
The Student Activities page has been updated with information on the Junior Prom and the
Last Chance for Senior Photos. Please check the Student Activities page for information.
Click Here for Student Acitivities page
POSTED: Thurs., Nov. 19, 2009 - Events
Cosmetology Students Take Their Skills to Fostertown
The NFA Cosmetology program's senior students took their hair and make-up skills to create look likes of Albert Einstein for Mr. Conn's Kindergarten students...
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POSTED: Wed., Nov. 18, 2009 - Events
NWC Optimist Club Unites With NFA Theater Students to Raise Funds for Annual Spring Production
Recently, three local organizations united to help one another for a good cause during a recent yard/craft sale held at the Balmville Grange....
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POSTED: Fri., Nov. 13, 2009 - School News
NFA Science Teachers Host Family Pot Luck Dinner
On Fri., Oct. 30, 2009, teachers Judith Cooper, Chris Courtsunis and Sue Arduino hosted a Pot Luck dinner for science students, parents and siblings at Newburgh Free Academy...
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POSTED: Mon., Nov. 9, 2009 - School News
NFA Black Box Theater Presents
“The Cherry Orchard”
Performances will be held from Thurs. Nov. 12th through Sat. Nov 14 at 7PM. These performances will be held in the Black Box Theater, 201 Fullerton Avenue. Tickets are $5, please cal 563-5552.
Click here for more information.
POSTED: Fri., Nov. 6, 2009 - School News
Upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher conferences are coming up on Nov. 18th (6-9PM) and Nov. 20th (8AM-12 Noon). If you would like to setup an appointment with a teacher please fill out just the bottom half of the following form:
Parent/Teacher Conference Request Form
POSTED: Tues., Nov. 3, 2009 - School News
November Events List Updated
The events list for November has been updated. Be sure to check out the list of events.
Click Here to events list.
October
POSTED: Wed., Oct. 27, 2009 - Guidance
Upcoming Event: MultiCultural College Night
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
6:30-8:45PM NFA Boys' Gym, Humanities Cafe. & Cafe. South
Representatives from a large variety of public and private colleges will be here at Newburgh Free Academy.
Click Here for more information.
POSTED: Tues., Oct 27, 2009 - Events
NFA Holds 2009 Homecoming Pep Rally
Newburgh Free Academy’s Boy’s Gym was a full house adorned with blue and gold balloons and streamers on Thurs., Oct. 15, 2009, in honor of the 2009 Homecoming Pep Rally...
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POSTED: Mon., Oct 26, 2009 - College
Guidance Yearly Calendar of Events
The 2009-2010 NFA Department of Counseling and Guidance Events schedule is posted. You can find the calendar in the list to the right or follow the link at the end of this post. Remember, dates are subject to change due to weather and other reasons.
Click here for more information.
POSTED: Tues., Oct 20, 2009 - College
Earn College Credit Through Mercy College
For more than a decade, Newburgh Free Academy has participated in an agreement with Mercy College, located in Dobbs Ferry, New York, which allows students in selected courses the opportunity to earn college credit for a reduced fee.
Click here for more information.
POSTED: Tues., Oct 20, 2009 - Events
Hinchey District Rep. Chris White Visits NFA
Students in Shirley Riefenhauser’s classes received a special visit from Congressman Maurice Hinchey’s District Representative Chris White recently as part of a lesson in their Participation in Government and Government in Politics classes.
Click here for more information.
POSTED: Thurs., Oct 15, 2009 - Sports
Homecoming Celebrations
The District's Athletic Department has announced NFA Homecoming celebrations during the weekend of October 16 through October 17, 2009. The homecoming game is against Pine Bush H.S. on Fri, Oct., 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at Academy Field.
Click here for more information.
POSTED: Tues., Oct. 13, 2009 - Compact
Compact Page Updated
The Compact Committee page has been updated with a yearly schedule, goals and a new layout. To view the page click on Compact above or follow the link at the end of this post.
Click Here to events list.
POSTED: Mon., Oct. 5, 2009 - Guidance
Upcoming Event: MultiCultural College Night
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
6:30-8:45PM NFA Boys' Gym, Humanities Cafeteria & Cafeteria South
Representatives from a large variety of public and private colleges will be here at Newburgh Free Academy.
Click Here for more information.
POSTED: Fri., Oct. 2, 2009 - School News
October Events List Updated
The events list for October has been updated. A lot important events this month including Senior Photos, Pride Week, Pep Rally, Homecoming Football Game and more. Be sure to check out the list of events.
Click Here to events list.
September
Quick Update: Class of 1985 Reunion
Click Here for contact information for reunion's coordinator.
POSTED: Wed., Sept. 23, 2009 - Compact
Compact Page Updated with Meeting Dates
The Compact page has been updated with meeting dates for the year as well as minutes for the September meeting. Follow the link at the end of this post to visit the compact page.
Click Here for Compact page
POSTED: Thurs., Sept. 17, 2009 - Guidance
Guidance Page Updated
The year's SAT and ACT exam dates are posted on the guidance page. Also be sure to check out the guidance page regularly for updates on college information and more. Also,
Seniors, the general college information letter to you has been posted.
Click Here for Guidance page
Quick Update: Class of 2000 Reunion
Click Here for contact information for reunion's coordinator.
POSTED: Tues., Sept. 8, 2009 - School News
2009 Summer Commencement Ceremony
On Thurs., Aug. 20, 2009, family, friends, and Newburgh Enlarged City School District teachers and officials, gathered for the Newburgh Free Academy Class of 2009 Summer Commencement Ceremony.
Click Here for more...
POSTED: Tues., Sept. 8, 2009 - School News
Student Activites Page Updated
The student activities web page has been updated with some upcoming events. Follow the link at the end of this post to see the update.
Click Here for Student Activities page.
POSTED: Wed., Sept. 2, 2009 - School News
Welcome Back and Events List Updated
Welcome back to staff, students and their families. We have updated the events list for September.
Click Here to events list.
August
POSTED: Tues., Aug. 18, 2009 - School News
2009-2010 NFA Information Booklet
The year's information booklet has been posted online as a .pdf. It includes a map of the school, rules and regulations, forms, and more general information about NFA.
Click Here to download the booklet
POSTED: Wed., August 5, 2009 - District Info
August Regents Schedule Information
Information about the August Regents as well as the Earth Science Regents Lab Practicum (Part D) have been posted.
Click Here for more.
July
POSTED: Thurs., July 9, 2009 - Events
UPDATE: More Photos Added & Diplomas
More photos have been added the NFA Graduation page.
Also, don't forget to pick up your diplomas at the school
June
POSTED: Mon., June 29, 2009 - Events
NFA Seniors Celebrate the 2009 Graduation
The energy was overwhelming at the 2009 NFA graduation ceremony held on the newly revitalized Academy Field on Thurs., June 25, 2009. Students, NFA faculty, and NECSD officials triumphantly marched across the green field...
Click Here for more and a Photo Gallery
POSTED: Thurs., June 25, 2009 - Events
After 40 Years the Curtain Closes for NFA’s Cal Parent
On Thurs., June 11, 2009, Newburgh Free Academy’s beloved music teacher Cal Parent gave one final performance on stage at Newburgh Free Academy in front of a packed house filled with friends...
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POSTED: Wed., June 24, 2009 - Events
NFA’s Gallery Series Shares “Stories through the Lens”
The culmination project for the Gallery Studies class of 08-09 at Newburgh Free Academy, Impact: Stories through the Lens, was unveiled on Thurs., June 11, 2009...
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Quick Update - Reunion for Class of '69
Information has been posted on the reunion page under Alumni, or Click Here to visit the reunion page.
POSTED: Thurs., June 5, 2009 - Events
NFA Kicks Off 2009 Marathon Project
On Thurs., April 23, 2009 a brand new Newburgh Free Academy running club under the auspices of the Marathon Project held their first ever “Kick-Off” event. Adult mentors and students came together...
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POSTED: Thurs., June 2, 2009 - Events
NFA Solar Racing Team Takes Two First Place Slots
The Newburgh Free Academy Solar Racing Team has taken their second First Place Trophy in two weeks. On Sat., May 2, 2009, the Solar Racing Team from NFA participated with...
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May
POSTED: Thurs., May 28, 2009 - Events
“Math in Careers” Focuses on the Value of Math
Students from Newburgh Free Academy and North Junior High School recently had the opportunity to learn about the role that mathematics will take in their life during “Math in Careers,”...
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POSTED: Mon., May 27, 2009 - Testing
'09 Exam Schedule
The 2009 Exam Schedule has been posted under the "For Student" link. It includes schedules for the Regents exams as well as Non-Regents exams exams.
Click Here to download exam schedule
POSTED: Fri., May 08, 2009 - Event News
NFA “Academy Field” and NFA Track Schedule
Information about usage for the Academy Field and Track have been posted. Times for public use and rules and regulations are included.
Click Here for more information
Quick Update - Reunion for Class of '89
Information has been posted on the reunion page under Alumni, or Click Here to visit the reunion page.
POSTED: Fri., May 08, 2009 - Event News
Fashion Show Showcases The Future Of Fashion
On Thurs. April 23, 2009, the NFA students of Fashion II and III presented The Future of Fashion for friends, family, and community members. This year there were 22 students designers in addition to numerous models that played a role...
Click Here for full article
POSTED: Mon., May 4, 2009 - Event News
NFA Compact Committee Presents:
An Informational Evening on Teen Depression and Youth Suicide Prevention
A forum to become informed and ask questions. All parents are invited and encouraged to attend this event.
It will be on May 20th at 6:00PM in the NFA Lecture Hall.
April
POSTED: Thurs., April 23, 2009 - Event News
NFA Senior Prom
“An Enchanted Evening”
The NFA Senior Prom will be held Friday June 5th , 2009 at Anthony’s Pier 9 from 7:00PM until Midnight.
Ticket Prices are $55.00 each.
Click Here to visit the student activities page
POSTED: Mon., April 20, 2009 - Event News
NFA Hosts Annual Empty Bowls Event
Dinner Benefits Food Bank of the Hudson Valley
On Thurs., Apr. 2, 2009, NFA held their annual Empty Bowls event to benefit the HV Food Bank. Each year students from NFA’s ceramic classes volunteer to make one-of-a-kind bowls for the dinner...
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Tues., April 7, 2009 - Event News
Tribute for Mohsin Naqvi, 1st Lieutenant US Army
Corrections: I recently received an email letting me know of two corrections that needed to be made to our previous story. Mohsin Naqvi was in fact a 1st Lieutenant instead of a 2nd Lieutenant and he died in Afghanistan not Iraq.
Click Here to read the corrected article...
Mon., April 6, 2009 - Event News
NFA's Junior ROTC Visits to Meadow Hill
Newburgh Free Academy's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (Junior ROTC) recently stopped by Meadow Hill to teach our 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders about the importance...
Click Here for the full article on the Meadow Hill page.
Mon., April 6, 2009 - Event News
NFA Astronomy Club Presented
The Worlds of Wonder
This past Friday at 7:00 pm
The NFA Astronomy Club held it's Worlds of Wonder events this past friday night for community members. More information about the event can be found at the following links.
Click Here for more.
Click Here NFA Planetarium site
March
POSTED:Tues., March 31, 2009 - Events
Empty Bowls Event
April 2, 2009 at NFA North Cafeteria
5PM until 6:30PM
Dinner includes a ceramic bowl made by students in the NFA ceramics department, soup, salad, bread, and dessert. Tickets are $15.
Click here for more information
POSTED:Mon., March 30, 2009 - Sports
NFA Men's Basketball Nearly Pulls Off Upset
Varisty845.com - Marcus Henderson's off-balance, potential game-winning 3-pointer never really had a chance from the top of the key. Then again, nobody really gave Newburgh Free Academy much of a chance to be in that spot on Sunday...
Click here for article from Varsity845.com
Wed., March 25, 2009 - PTA
Balmville & NFA Students Celebrate Dr. Seuss
Students from Newburgh Free Academy made a special visit to Balmville School recently as part of the annual Read Across America event.
Click Here for more
Tues., March 24, 2009 - College Info
Why are the Athletic Teams "The Goldbacks"?
The simple answer to this question is, many years ago, jerseys worn by the athletes of NFA had a large yellow 'N' on the back. Hence, the term "Goldbacks", however the story of just why the old jerseys hold so much importance goes a little further than that...
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Mon., March 23, 2009 - Event News
REMINDER: NFA Astronomy Club Presents
The Worlds of Wonder
March 27 and April 3 at 7:00 pm
Ticket prices are: Adults $7 / Seniors and students-$5. Reservations can be made by calling 845-563-5436.
Click Here for more.
Click Here for NFA Planetarium site
POSTED:Mon., March 23, 2009 - Sports
Newburgh rolls to state boys' hoops crown
Varisty845.com - It's easy to appreciate a long, drawn-out celebration, because the really good ones happen so rarely. The party at the Glens Falls Civic Center on Sunday probably went on for half an hour, with chants, cheers, laughter and tears...
Click here for article from Varsity845.com
Fri., March 20, 2009 - School News
NFA Seniors Strive To Achieve Eagle Scout Rank
NFA seniors Kevin Mulholland and Nick Zazzi have been hard at work in recent months working to obtain the highest honor in Boy Scouts, the Eagle Scout rank. In order to obtain the rank of Eagle Scout, the Life Scout must, plan, develop and give...
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POSTED:Sun., March 15, 2009 - Sports
Sports Update-Buzzer Beater by Bouton
The NFA Boys Basketball Team defeated Mt. Vernon High School in the NYS Region 1 Championship game by a score of 71-70 on Friday night at Pace University. It was a tremendous team effort from start to finish and capped off by a 55 ft. buzzer beater by NFA's Will Bouton for the win.
Click here for more..
Wed., March 11, 2009 - School News
SAT Prep Class Available
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District is offering an SAT class to help students prepare for the May 2nd SAT Test. Cost is $85 for 10 class including the textbook..
Click Here for more information
Wed., March 11, 2009 - School News
NFA Solar Car Team Receives $10K Grant
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District is proud to announce that the Newburgh Free Academy Solar Racing Team has been awarded a grant from the Entergy Corporation in the amount of $10,000.
Click Here for more information
Wed., March 11, 2009 - College Info
Annual College Planning Workshop
The NFA Counseling & Guidance Department will host its annual College Planning Workshop on Thursday, April 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the NFA Auditorium.
Click Here for more information
Quick Update - NFA Jr.Prom Update
New date is April 24, 2009 and the Jr. Prom will be held at the Officer’s Club at West Point.
Thur., March 05, 2009 - Event News
NFA Astronomy Club Presents
The Worlds of Wonder
March 27 and April 3 at 7:00 pm
Ticket prices are: Adults $7 / Seniors and students-$5. Reservations can be made by calling 845-563-5436.
Click Here for more.
Click Here for NFA Planetarium site
February
Thurs., February 12, 2009 - College Info
Blood Drive to Support Sickle Cell Awareness
The NFA Blood Drive Committee held a blood drive in honor of Black History Month to help support Sickle Cell Awareness recently...
Click Here to read more.
Thurs., February 12, 2009 - College Info
JUNIORS: Important Dates to Keep In Mind
Juniors the following page has a list of upcoming Testing dates for the SAT and ACT as well as upcoming College Events. Please take a look and keep these dates in mind.
Click Here for more information
January
Fri., January 30, 2009 - Testing
Advanced Placement Testing Information Available
If your son or daughter has enrolled in one or more Advanced Placement Classes this school year. It is now time for you and your child to decide if he or she intends to register to take...
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Wed., February 11, 2009 - College Info
Earn College Credit Through Mercy College
Registration for spring semester Mercy College courses is now underway. The articulation agreement between Mercy College and NFA allows students in selected courses the opportunity to earn college credits for a reduced fee.
Click Here for more information
Mon., February 9, 2009 - College Info
Local Scholarships Are Now Available
Scholarships can be downloaded by visiting the local scholarship page. Please fill out and return to your respective house guidance office.
Click Here to visit the local scholarship page.
Also the
Regional Scholarship was recently updated.
January
Tues., January 27, 2009 - Event News
NFA 9th Grade Orientation
9th Grade Orientation is January 29th. To download the NFA Packet with more information on Orientation and NFA please follow the link at the end of this post.
Click Here to download the NFA Orientation Packet.
Friday., January 16, 2009 - Event News
Two Upcoming Blood Drive
Date: Feb. 5, 2009
Time: 8AM–3PM & 4PM-8PM
Location: Girl’s Gym (AM) & South Cafe (PM)
* Note: Students who are 16 years of age must have parent permission each time they give blood.
Click Here for More Info and Permission Slips.
Thur., January 08, 2008 - College Info
NFA Financial Aid Night
Thurs., January 22, 2009 7:00–8:30 PM
NFA Lecture Room
Presenter: Michael Fraher, Director of Financial Aid at Vassar College
Click Here for more information.
Mon., January 05, 2009 - Event News
Stars Shine at 3rd Annual Dancing with the Teachers
Teachers and staff members along with enthusiastic students came together on Fri., Dec. 12, 2008, for the third annual Dancing with the Teachers scholarship fundraiser event.
Click Here for the story.
December
Tues., December 23, 2008 - Event News
NFA Holds Holiday Collection Drive for Troops
Students collected non-perishable snacks and food, toiletry items, stationary, packing supplies and close to $200 in monetary donations for postage to send to military personnel overseas...
Click Here for the story.
November
Tues., November 25, 2008 - Guidance
Counseling & Guidance Page Updated
The college night article has also been added to the guidance page, in addition, a message to Seniors about college application deadlines has been posted, and the Regional Scholarship page has been updated.
Click Here to visit the Counseling & Guidance page.
Wed., November 19, 2008 - School News
HV Magazine Features: NFA's Solar Racing Team
Hudson Valley Magazine is featuring an article on NFA's Solar Racing Team. A link to the article is at the end of this post, or look for the December issue of Hudson Valley Magazine in stores.
Click Here to view the article on HV Magazine's Site.
Wed., November 19, 2008 - Event News
NFA’s Gallery Series Presents: A Glimpse of Bard
On Wed., Oct. 5, 2008, the Newburgh Free Academy Art Gallery held a grand opening celebration and reception for an exhibit called “A Glimpse of Bard.” The exhibit, part of the Gallery Study Series, will be on...
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Tues., November 18, 2008 - Event News
Upcoming Blood Drive
Date: Nov. 21, 2008
Time: 8:00AM–3:00PM
Location: Girl’s Gym
* Note: Students who are 16 years of age must have parent permission.
Download the permission slip online now.
Click Here for More Info and Permission Slips.
Wed., November 12, 2008 - Upcoming Event
Macbeth
November 18 & 20-22
On November 20, 21, and 22, students from Newburgh Free Academy’s AARTS Academy will perform Macbeth for local community members, teachers, fellow students, and parents...
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October
Thur., October 23, 2008 - Event News
NFA Holds 2008 Homecoming Pep Rally
Students packed the Newburgh Free Academy Boy’s Gym on Thurs., Oct. 16, 2008, in honor of the 2008 Homecoming Pep Rally. Students came decked out in their class garb...
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Tues., October 20, 2008 - Event News
MultiCultural College Night
On November 5, a large variety of colleges will be here at Newburgh Free Academy to answer your questions.
Click Here for more information in English
Click Here for more information in Spanish
Click Here for a list of Attending Colleges
Tues., October 14, 2008 - Parents
October is Parent and Family Involvement Month
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District values parent involvement and recognizes that parent involvement is an important component of student achievement.
Click Here for more information on how to get involved.
Mon., October 06, 2008 - Event News
NFA Compact Meeting to Host Guidance Department
At the next Building Compact Meeting, on
October 23rd, we will be hosting the NFA Guidance Department for a question and answer session. If parents have any questions for the guidance department please attend!
September
Mon., September 29, 2008 - Event News
First NFA Blood Drive a Success
The Newburgh Free Academy Blood Drive Committee, in conjunction with the New York Blood Center, held its first blood drive of the new school year in the NFA Girl’s Gym on Thurs., Sept. 25, 2008...
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Thurs., September 18, 2008 - Safety
Incident Near NFA Leads to Continued Commitment to Safety
An incident occurred on Wed., Sept. 17, shortly following Newburgh Free Academy’s student dismissal. Due to the police investigation that followed, NFA was put into lockdown status at approximately 2:30 p.m...
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Friday, September 12, 2008 - Event News
Upcoming Blood Drive
Date: Sept. 25, 2008
Time: 8:00AM–3:00PM
Location: Girl’s Gym
* Note: Students who are 16 years of age must have parent permission.
Download the permission slip online now.
Click Here for More Info and Permission Slips.
Wed., September 10, 2008 - General News
Events List and Compact Schedule
The Events List for the month of September has been updated and the list of Compact meetings for the year has been added.
Click Here for Events List.
Click Here for Compact Page.
Wed., September 10, 2008 - Students
Student Activity Page Open
Under the "Students" link at the top is now a "Student Activities" page. This page will have important updates, such as announcements for upcoming events and reminders.
Click Here for Student Activities.
Tuesday, September 09, 2008 - General News
Welcome to the 2008-2009 School Year
NFA welcomes back students, staff, and faculty. We hope to have a successful, educational, and fun year.
