LATEST NEWS
The 6 latest Vails Gate School news stories are displayed below, you can also visit the Full News Archives
Vails Gate STEAM Academy Scholars Explore Local Jobs
Students in Ms. Bonilla and Ms.McCabe’s classes have explored jobs in the community throughout the last trimester. To bring their research and learning alive, they have engaged in three trips that all connect to jobs in their local community.

Vails Gate STEAM Academy | Field Day
From relay races to tug-of-war, laughter and teamwork were in full swing as our young athletes showed great spirit and sportsmanship. It was a fantastic day of sunshine, smiles, and community — a memorable celebration of energy and friendship for all

NECSD Summer Meals | July 7th - August 22nd
From July 7 to August 22, 2025, children and youth up to 18 years old can get free meals this summer at certain NECSD schools, the Newburgh Library, Boys & Girls Club, and Chadwick Lake Park.
Kindergarten Moving Up Celebration | Vails Gate STEAM Academy
Congratulations to some of our youngest learners as they advance their academic journey! We are proud of you and can't wait to continue your journey of learning and growing as young scholars!
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CALENDAR REMINDER | JUNE 2025 [UPDATED June 20, 2025]
This is a friendly reminder that due to the forecasted heatwave and in the interest of student and staff safety, our district will be on a half-day schedule for students in grades Pre K-8 from Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27, 2025.

BUS ROUTE UPDATES | NYS Thruway Authority Meadow Hill Bridge Replacement Project
Due to the upcoming NYS Thruway Authority Meadow Hill Bridge Replacement Project, some school bus routes may be affected beginning Monday, June 16th. New school bus information has been posted on the school district website.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Principal: Gillian MatosAsst. Principal: Laura Russell
Student Start: 8:15am
Student End: 3:10pm
Teacher Start: 8:00AM
Teacher End: 3:15PM