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Happy National School Counseling Week! School Counselors Amplify Student Success.
Thank you for choosing Newburgh, for staying in the trenches, and for loving our students through every challenge and triumph. You are more than appreciated—you are essential.
Heritage Middle School Instructional Leadership Team Strives to Improve School Systems
The School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) is the tool developed by the Department to support schools in planning ways to strengthen and establish systems and structures in the upcoming year.
NFA Blood Drives | Give the Gift of Life
In collaboration with the New York Blood Center, the NFA Blood Drives are giving the gift of life! This Thursday, February 5th from 8am - 12pm at NFA Main Campus. Community members are welcome to donate!
Black History Month Showcase | Our Voice. Our Stories. Our Power.
Calling all Students! Share your words. Share your voice. Be heard! Submit your work by February 24, 2026 to the google form at: newburghschools.org/blackhistorymonth
THANK YOU | Deep Gratitude for Our Winter Heroes
At this time, we anticipate opening all schools on a regular schedule, tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th. Any changes will be communicated as needed.
RESCHEDULED | NFA P-TECH Selection Tour
Our final High School Selection tour for 8th grade scholars has been rescheduled. The tour for NFA P-TECH will now take place tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th at 6pm. Doors open at 5:30pm.
THREE-HOUR (3) DELAY | Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Please be patient as school buses use caution to navigate streets that are more narrow than usual due to the snow.
NECSD CLOSED | Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Additionally, please note that the Board of Education meetings originally scheduled for Tuesday night will now take place on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 evening at the same time.
NECSD CLOSED | Monday, January 26th, 2026
My team and I will be monitoring the weather and road conditions throughout the day on Monday and will communicate any further changes to our schedule if necessary.
Six Teachers Join NECSD's Cohort of National Board Certified Teachers
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District recognizes and celebrates 36 current and retired teachers who have achieved National Board Certification and 11 additional candidates who are currently pursuing certification.
Calling all K-8 Artists! | Spelling Bee Art Contest
We are seeking entries for: T-Shirt Designs for the District Spelling Bee and Pamphlet. We welcome all K-8 artists to submit their concepts by March 1st.
District Closed | Monday, January 19th | Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Please take time on Monday to pause and reflect on the life and impact of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
NFA Musicians Perform Guitar and Piano Recital
heir teachers, Dr. Paul Carroll and Monica Antonelli-Guido worked with the students in their classes since September to prepare them for their culminating performance.
El viaje de una familia hacia la universidad // A Family's Journey to College
Programa de preparación universitaria para padres e hijos: taller de 6 sesiones con certificado de participación.
NFA Alumnus Returns to Inspire Fourth Graders
During his visit, he spoke about the importance of hard work, discipline, and dedication, encouraging students to stay motivated and persevere through challenges.
Elementary Selection Information for Children Entering Kindergarten
We are now entering the selection window for incoming kindergarten families to designate their preferred elementary schools. If you know someone with a child who will be Kindergarten age next year, please help us spread the word!
High School Selection for 8th grade Students | Deadline February 6th
It's time for current Grade 8 students to make a selection for high school! This message includes instructions for steps to select your child's preference for high school location/program next school year.










