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CALENDAR REMINDER | MARCH & APRIL
This is a friendly reminder that the District will be closed from Monday, March 31st in observance of a religious holiday, Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan.

US Marines Visit NWS Promoting the Love of Literacy
A dedicated U.S. Marines visited New Windsor School as part of a community outreach program promoting literacy among young students. The Marines engaged each scholar by reading captivating stories, aiming to foster a love for reading that can last a
New Windsor School Learns about Dental Health and Hygiene
NWS Students had a chance to learn about the importance of dental health through games, videos, as well as presentations. Students were provided with free examination and screening.

Coffee and Conversation | Gardnertown Leadership Academy
Join us for Coffee and Conversation with GLA ADMIN on Friday, March 28th at 9:45 AM. We’ll be discussing Gardnertown data and upcoming assessments, and there will be time for questions.

Join Us for | Men's Club (formerly known as Dad's Club) | April 1, 2025
Men's Club is an opportunity for men of the NECSD to get together monthly to support one another and create opportunities for our kids. Fathers and father figures of students of all age levels from our NECSD schools are welcome to join!
²ÝÁñÉçÇøWest Recognizes Students and Educators
²ÝÁñÉçÇøWest Campus held a special celebration recognizing students and educators who were received nominations for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to ²ÝÁñÉçÇøWest.

Fostertown Students Learn History of Music and Dance as Part of Black History Month Celebration
These amazing staff members took us all down memory lane with a History of Music and a History of Dance presentations for our Leaders at Fostertown.

Children's Author Bryan Collier Visits Fostertown Elementary School
Mr. Collier shared with students his book making techniques while encouraging them to all be artists and to keep believing in their dreams no matter how challenging the journey.
²ÝÁñÉçÇøWest Campus Hosts Annual Poetry Slam
²ÝÁñÉçÇøWest Campus hosted their annual Poetry Slam celebrating 18 student poets and highlighting student artwork. Students were selected by their peers after sharing their poems in their English classes.

Attention ²ÝÁñÉçÇøSeniors: Scholarship Opportunities Open Now
The ²ÝÁñÉçÇøScholarship Program is open and applications are being accepted. Over 40 scholarships are available and the deadline is Mid-April. Apply Now

Books and Breakfast | South Middle School
This free event will be held on Saturday, May 17th from 8am - 11am at South Middle School. There will be books, breakfast, resources, interactive stations, fun for all ages, and more!

FINAL FOUR | ²ÝÁñÉçÇøBoys Varsity Basketball
Our ²ÝÁñÉçÇøGoldbacks now move on to the State Championship Final Four and will play next on Thursday, March 20th at 6:00pm in Binghamton at Visions Veterans Arena, facing Shaker Senior High School.

²ÝÁñÉçÇøUS History Students Explore Historical NYC Landmarks on Annual Hamilton Trip
²ÝÁñÉçÇøUS History students spent the morning learning about the history and architecture of St. Patrick’s Cathedral. In the afternoon, students were able to experience the excitement of the Broadway Show, Hamilton.

²ÝÁñÉçÇøSoftball and Baseball Field Update
The contractor has told the Athletic Director that they plan on coming next week (the week of March 24th) to begin the work, weather permitting.

2025 Children’s Immunization Clinic Schedule - Orange County Department of Health
Clinic is for uninsured/underinsured children between the ages of 2-months and 18-years of age.

Vails Gate STEAM Academy Invites Special Readers for Read Across America Day
Vails Gate STEAM Academy hosted Read Across America Day and we were delighted to have these guest readers - Parent, Sonie Williams, and BOE members John Doerre and Victoria Bousche.

REGIONAL CHAMPIONS | Boys Varsity Basketball
Our ²ÝÁñÉçÇøGoldbacks now move on to the State Championship Final Four and will play next on Thursday, March 20th at 6:00pm in Binghamton at Visions Veterans Arena.

Girls Youth Basketball Clinic | ²ÝÁñÉçÇøVarsity Girls Basketball Team
The Newburgh Free Academy Girls Varsity Basketball team is hosting a Basketball Clinic for Beginners to Elite Players. The clinic will be held on Saturdays for 3rd and 4th grade girls.