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Thumbnail for Newburgh Free Academy Inducts 87 New Members to National Honor Society

Welcomed, by current NHS president, Ms. Tina Wang, inductees and guests learned about the qualities of Leadership, Character, Scholarship, and Service before receiving their certificates and reciting an oath.

Thumbnail for 61 Students Earn Security Certificate from Criminal Justice Pathway Program

The certificate is for successful completion of the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services required to be employed as a trained security guard in New York State.

Thumbnail for Updated Screening Protocols | Newburgh Free Academy Main & North Campuses

Beginning on June 1, 2026, at Newburgh Free Academy's North, and on June 3, 2026, at Newburgh Free Academy Main, a state-of-the-art entry screening system using advanced scanning machines will be implemented.


Thumbnail for Friday Night Lights: The Remix is Back This Week!

Join us for Friday Night Lights Remix THIS FRIDAY May 29th!

Thumbnail for 2026 Extended School Year Program (ESYP) Announced. Register Now.

The 2026 ESYP Program information is now available. View all the opportunities being offered to students.

Thumbnail for Celebrating Excellence: NFA Celebrates 82 New York State Seal of Biliteracy Recipients

Over the last 10 years, NFA has recognized 575 scholars who have earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy, offering Spanish, French, and Italian. Through the Seal program, NFA continues to highlight the immense value of bilingualism and cultural


Thumbnail for Heritage Middle School Facilitates Mental Health Awareness Week

Throughout the week, students and staff participated in activities designed to promote wellness, reduce stigma surrounding mental health, and encourage positive coping strategies.

Thumbnail for NFA West Leader Ebony Clark Honored as National

NFA West School Leader Ebony McDonald Clark was recognized by Big Picture Learning as their National School Leader of the Year, a distinction celebrating her ten years of transformative, student-centered leadership.

Thumbnail for 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.


Thumbnail for 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!

Thumbnail for Unofficial Vote/Election Results | May 2026

Thank you to the NECSD residents who came out to vote today. Unofficial results can be found below.

Thumbnail for 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.


Thumbnail for 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.

Thumbnail for 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.

Thumbnail for 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.


Thumbnail for 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.

Thumbnail for Curtain Up! NFA’s Maxwell Vegliando Recognized in Top 6 of High School Performers 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!

Thumbnail for 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.


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