Mount Saint Mary College senior Brillyd Lopez-Vidal of Newburgh, N.Y., a first-generation Accounting major and President of the Latino Student Union, will graduate on Saturday, May 16. Photo by Lee Ferris.

Crossing Borders, Breaking Language Barriers

Former President and CEO of Foot Locker Keith Daly will serve as the keynote speaker for Dutchess Community College’s Class of 2026 Commencement ceremony.

Daly Announced as ‘26 Commencement Speaker

Brown acknowledged Teacher Appreciation Week and encouraged the students to thank their instructors. Then, he put them to work dancing behind him to the delight of the room.

‘Mr. I’m Possible’ Motivates Poughkeepsie Students

Varian Johnson, author of “Playing the Cards You’re Dealt” and other works, recently spent the day in Poughkeepsie talking to students about the persistence and support systems needed to succeed.

Author Shares Importance Of Persistence, Support

Back Row (left to right): Isaiah Cintron, Sophia Van Curen, Daniel Tobey, Amilian Dorsainville, Daneisha Robinson, Robert Sauers, Lilli Sanchez. Front Row (left to right): Scarlett Zubee, Jasmin Hernandez, Ileana Montalvo, Aaliyah Johnson, Paola Lopez. Not pictured: Kacie Boynes, Yeindhi Macias, Ansis Gengo Mergins.

SUNY Ulster Celebrates 2026 GED Graduates

The Newburgh Enlarged City School District is incredibly proud to announce that Stella Torres, a student at Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS), has been named a statewide winner in the New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) School Bus Safety Poster Contest.

GAMS Student Wins Statewide Honors

Students Get “Hands On” Experience

Mount Vernon High School’s Earth Day celebration brought together a warm and lively group of students, families, and staff.

MVHS ACE Students Honor Earth Day in Several Ways

For the second consecutive month, the Poughkeepsie City School District’s smallest school is home to the Monthly Literacy Leader trophy.

As Minutes Mount, Smith, Warring Readers Shine

At Mount Vernon High School, senior Zorien Barden carries himself with a quiet focus, balancing academics and athletics with a steady, purposeful approach.

Barden Describes Quiet But Impactful Drive At MVHS

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