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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA 2026–2027 Enrollment Lottery Application]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport families are invited to apply for Pre-K through Grade 6 seats for the upcoming school year. All eligible applications are entered into a blind lottery.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[If ICE shows up! ¡Si ICE aparece!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy has been awarded more than $850,000 in federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) Grant funding through the Great Schools for Connecticut Project to support the creation of the school's Early Learning Center in 2025.]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 09:07:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (July 2025) – Grilled Mexican Street Corn]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Grilled Mexican Street Corn!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (June 2025) - Walnut Pesto Pasta]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Walnut Pesto Pasta!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (May 2025) – Spring Salad with Strawberries and Creamy Orange-Avocado Dressing]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Spring Salad with Strawberries and Creamy Orange-Avocado Dressing!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 18:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (April 2025) – Whole Foods Market Lunchbox Quesadilla]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Lunchbox Quesadilla can be customized with a variety of ingredients and is simple to prepare the night before.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy and Fairfield College Preparatory School Kickstart  “Read For Others” Dialogic Buddy Reading Partnership]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy (NBFA) and Fairfield College Preparatory School today launched “Read For Others,” a new partnership pairing high school students with pre-schoolers to engage in a research-based shared reading experience to improve the toddlers' language development.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (March 2025) - Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/2043030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (February 2025) - Grilled Cheese and Greens]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Grilled Cheese and Greens]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (January 2025) Turkish-Style Red Lentil Soup]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kick off the new year with the Turkish-Style Red Lentil Soup!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:28:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Entry Age Update]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Dec 2023 10:26:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (December 2024) - Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 22:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (November 2024) – Whole Foods Market Roasted Pumpkin Seeds]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a perfect snack to make use of your leftover pumpkin seeds? NBFA is happy to share a recipe for Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (October 2024) – Whole Foods Market Classic Butternut Squash Soup]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a quick and delicious meal to keep you warm on a crisp autumn day? NBFA is happy to share a recipe for Classic Butternut Squash Soup!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After School Programs Are Here!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Families, enrollment for afterschool programming is now open for Wakeman, McGivney & Shehan Center. Secure your child's spot today! Afterschool Programs begin on September 3!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:08:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (September 2024) - Whole Foods Market Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Black Beans]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[With spaghetti squash in season, get ready to spice things up with the Whole Foods Market Spicy Spaghetti Squash with Black Beans.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:57:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (August 2024) - Whole Foods Market Grilled Summer Vegetables]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1945708</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Perfect your skills on the grill this summer with the Whole Foods Market Grilled Summer Vegetables!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:48:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight – Todd Daigle]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1941607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Food Service Supervisor Todd Daigle Discusses his Role in Maintaining Student Nutrition - Published July, 2024]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 11:47:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (July 2024) - Whole Foods Market Pineapple Breeze Smoothie]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1942871</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stay cool this summer with the Whole Foods Market Pineapple Breeze Smoothie!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:05:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: Q&A with Vanessa Williams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1729648</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Vanessa Williams spoke with NBFA on how her childhood experiences helped shape her love of literacy and the arts. - Published February, 2023]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:43:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: New Beginnings Family Academy’s Teddy Bears Return to Classrooms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1675781</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After a three-year hibernation due to the Covid-19 pandemic, New Beginnings Family Academy’s (NBFA) comfort bears have reemerged. - Published October, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:45:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: NBFA School Garden Fosters Passion for Healthy and Nutritious Food]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NBFA School Garden inspires students to learn not only about the joys of gardening but also to develop healthy eating habits that they can share with their families - Published August, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:46:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The NBFA Voice - Prioritizing Attendance]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Heidi Barker shares the need to prioritize attendance for academic success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:17:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (June 2024) - Whole Foods Market Grilled Peaches with Arugula]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome in summer with the Whole Foods Market Grilled Peaches with Arugula!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:31:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (May 2024) - Whole Foods Market Kale Waldorf Salad]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1930659</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, enjoy the Whole Foods Market Kale Waldorf Salad!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 12:23:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (April 2024) - Whole Foods Market Cheesy Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Ricotta]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1919220</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, enjoy the Whole Foods Market Cheesy Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Ricotta!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:47:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (March 2024) - Whole Foods Market Perfect Guacamole]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1904200</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kick off this spring season with the Whole Foods Market Perfect Guacamole!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:03:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (February 2024) - Whole Foods Market Banana "Ice Cream"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1892175</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, enjoy the Whole Foods Market Banana "Ice Cream"!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:22:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (January 2024) – Whole Foods Market Better than Chicken Soup]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1877454</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, enjoy the Whole Foods Market Better than Chicken Soup!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:14:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (December 2023) - Spinach Salad with Pears, Walnuts and Goat Cheese]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1861347</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, enjoy the Whole Foods Market Spinach Salad with Pears, Walnuts and Goat Cheese!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:22:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (November 2023) - Potato Pancakes]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stay indoors and enjoy these delicious Whole Foods Market Potato Pancakes!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:32:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The NBFA Voice - Connecticut Education Inequity]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1858458</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Director and CEO Ronelle Swagerty examines the issue of Connecticut’s inequitable public education system.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 13:50:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Literacy Campaign with Vanessa Williams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1748062</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA is excited to partner with Grammy, Emmy, and Tony® Award nominee Vanessa Williams to highlight the importance of literacy in children.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:57:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The NBFA Voice – Educating Children Through The Lens of Emotionally Responsive Practice]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1833104</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Heidi Barker highlights the need for Emotionally Responsive Practice]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:06:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (October 2023) - Hot Apple Cider]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1833466</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stay warm this autumn with the Whole Foods Market Hot Apple Cider!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:05:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (September 2023) - Harvest Stuffed Acorn Squash]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1812503</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome in fall with the Whole Foods Market Harvest Stuffed Acorn Squash!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:48:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The NBFA Voice - Background Knowledge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1810727</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Chief Academic Officer Pam Dalton shares the growing need to address background knowledge in children.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:30:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to New Beginnings Family Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1807785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enroll Your Child Today! NBFA will welcome new students in Pre-K ages 3 & 4 through 6th grade.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:33:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA 20th Anniversary Gala]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1756093</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy (NBFA) celebrated its past, present and future at the 20th Anniversary Gala on April 20.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:54:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (June 2023) - Walnut Pesto Pasta]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1783319</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Walnut Pesto Pasta!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:29:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (May 2023) - Mango, Raspberry and Cashew Cream Parfaits]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1769012</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Mango, Raspberry and Cashew Cream Parfaits]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 14:44:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (February 2023) - Roasted Sweet Potato Salad]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1731696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Roasted Sweet Potato Salad!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:54:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight – Kenesha Willis]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1629680</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA School Nurse Kenesha Willis Discusses her Role in Ensuring Student Health - Published June, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:25:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA 20th Anniversary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1655990</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Explore the history and impact of New Beginnings Family Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:05:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy Selected as Whole School Partner by The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1694895</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The partnership enhances NBFA’s science curriculum through hands-on learning and classroom visits]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:35:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (December 2022) - Baked Apples Stuffed with Cranberries and Almonds]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1703423</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Baked Apples Stuffed with Cranberries and Almonds]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 11:46:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (January 2023) - Hearty Minestrone Soup]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1717453</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Hearty Minestrone Soup!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:08:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (November 2022) - Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1689603</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:39:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (October 2022) - Grilled Cheese and Greens]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1678826</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Grilled Cheese and Greens]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:31:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (September 2022) - Hot Apple Cider]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1664936</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Hot Apple Cider.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 13:42:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 - Ellen Ochoa]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1665505</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ellen Ochoa, an American astronaut and administrator who was the first Hispanic woman to travel into space.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 - Cesar Chavez]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1662139</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A true American hero, Cesar Chavez was a civil rights, Latino and farm labor leader]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:49:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (August 2022) - Summer Squash and Goat Cheese Pizza]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1650327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Summer Squash and Goat Cheese Pizza!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 10:31:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022-2023 NBFA Enrollment Open!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1633895</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To learn more about enrollment, click here.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:22:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy Welcomes Pamela Dalton as Chief Academic Officer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1636825</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[BRIDGEPORT, CT (August 1, 2022) - New Beginning Family Academy (NBFA) is excited to welcome Pamela Dalton as the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) as we begin our 20th academic year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:35:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (July 2022) – Grilled Mexican Street Corn]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1635736</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Grilled Mexican Street Corn!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:03:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (June 2022) – Blueberry-Herb Lemonade Punch]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1628353</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Blueberry-Herb Lemonade Punch!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:17:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Talking to Your Child About School Shootings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1618975</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 17:13:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (May 2022) – Spring Salad with Strawberries and Creamy Orange-Avocado Dressing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1613198</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month, NBFA is happy to share a recipe for the Spring Salad with Strawberries and Creamy Orange-Avocado Dressing!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 10:55:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bridgeport Summer Activities Guide]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1627155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We’re happy to share this list of fun and unique opportunities taking place in Bridgeport this summer.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:43:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (April 2022) – Whole Foods Market Lunchbox Quesadilla]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1601723</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Lunchbox Quesadilla can be customized with a variety of ingredients and is simple to prepare the night before.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 10:57:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: NBFA Teachers Awarded Prestigious Fund for Teachers 2022 Grant]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1601161</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The fellowship grant enables teachers to take part in a unique learning opportunity in the summer. - Published April, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:38:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: New Beginnings Family Academy Celebrates International SEL Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1586428</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA students bonded during the read aloud and a quilt-building project - Published March, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:35:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Recipe of the Month (March 2022) – Whole Foods Market Classic Butternut Squash Soup]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1581763</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for a quick and delicious meal to keep you warm on a chilly winter day? NBFA is happy to share a recipe for Classic Butternut Squash Soup!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 10:58:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: NBFA Prepares Nutritious Meals On-Site For Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1588052</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[“By providing our students with a nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack each day, we are giving them the best possible chance to start and finish their school day on the best possible foot.” - Published March, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:37:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enrollment Open for the 2022-2023 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1579902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA's blind lottery will be held on April 8, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:00:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: Expanded NBFA Library Reopens for In-Person Use]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1558040</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Updated Library Includes Expanded Collection of Books - Published January, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:34:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In The Spotlight: Jacob Torres]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1538338</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Alumni and Firefighter Jacob Torres Reflects on his School Experiences - Published December, 2021]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:32:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Camp Deerwood Summer 2022 Scholarship Opportunity]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1569862</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two full scholarships are available to NBFA students to attend Camp Deerwood 
in summer 2022. Camp Deerwood, located in Holderness, New Hampshire, hosts 
135 boys aged 8-15 for a summer of unforgettable moments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:41:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month 2022 - President Barack Obama]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1573795</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Barack Obama was the 44th president of the United States and the first African American commander-in-chief.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:32:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Picture Day 2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1560614</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:48:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month 2022 - Rosa Parks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1569700</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rosa Parks (1913—2005) helped initiate the civil rights movement in the United States when she refused to give up her seat to a white man on a Montgomery, Alabama bus in 1955.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:34:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month 2025 - Lewis Howard Latimer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1566155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lewis Howard Latimer was an inventor and draftsman best known for his contributions to the patenting of the light bulb and the telephone.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:04:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Students Open Educational Garden]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/894993</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Second graders brought the classroom outside, planting peas, lettuces, carrots, tomatoes, and cucumbers as part of NBFA’s commitment to teaching students the science of healthy living.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:03:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register for Final Still Parenting During COVID-19 Session!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1543512</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday, January 27 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:57:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Childhood Center Announcement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1515592</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On October 6, 2021, the State Board of Education approved a request for NBFA to open its own Early Childhood Center. Click headline for more details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:39:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Immediate Classroom Positions Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1502337</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA is looking for great educators to join its team of emotionally responsive adults who believe warm, nurturing relationships are the pathway to effective teaching and learning.

Pre-K, elementary and middle school positions are immediately available at our Pre-K through 8th grade public charter school. NBFA teachers contribute to the Teachers Retirement Board. Click at top for job list.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:00:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Hosts Upcoming Charter Renewal Public Hearing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1538320</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2022 09:35:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School tomorrow November 2,2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1521016</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:06:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Safe Return To In-Person Learning 2021-2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1478742</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 11:16:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2021-2022 School Supply List]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1470722</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To find your student Grade and Supply list please go under Families on our homepage.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:48:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Car Line Coming soon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1488606</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF PROGRAM ALLOWING CHILDREN TO RECEIVE FREE ADMISSION AT CONNECTICUT MUSEUMS THIS SUMMER]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1462066</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:33:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Your Feedback is important!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1459855</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear NBFA Parents,  New Beginnings Family Academy seeks your feedback on its 2021-2022 Return to In-Person Learning and Continuity of Education Plan. Please take a few minutes to answer this five-question survey.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:58:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA's SUMMER ACADEMY 2021 FAMILY & STUDENT HANDBOOK]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1458721</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 09:08:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA’s Continuity of Learning 2021-24 Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1456500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click thru to view NBFA’s Continuity of Learning 2021-24 Plan]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:51:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Transition to In-person Learning Model Form."]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1424356</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2021 23:23:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Full Remote Plan English/Spanish]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1342169</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:45:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Buy a Stop & Shop Reusable Bag and Support NBFA!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1416295</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA has been selected as Stop & Shop's Community Bag Program Beneficiary for the month of April. For each reusable Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop on Villa Ave. in Fairfield, $1 is donated to NBFA!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 15:26:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Full Remote Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1342163</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:40:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Communication Middle School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1366271</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:23:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Parent Communication]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1366352</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:30:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting During Covid-19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1358314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tips To Keep Calm at Home.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 09:17:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important School Update for Parents from Mrs. Swagerty]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1321561</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Families, Please click here for a letter from Mrs. Swagerty with urgent news about NBFA.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 21:16:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Buy a Stop & Shop Reusable Bag and Support NBFA!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1286410</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA has been elected as Stop & Shop's Community Bag Program Beneficiary for the month of September. For each reusable Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop on Fairfield Ave. in Bridgeport, $1 is donated to NBFA!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:25:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recording and presentation from 8/18 Reopening Zoom Call]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1272018</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Parents, if you missed it, you can view the presentation and listen to the NBFA parents zoom recording of the 2020-2021 reopening plan.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:52:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reopening Options/Distance Learning Agreement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1273727</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA has two 20-21 reopening options for K-8th grade students: 
Option 1: Hybrid
Option 2: 100% Distance Learning

If you choose Option 2, the deadline to fill out a Distance Learning Agreement is Friday, August 14 by 11:59 p.m. Click here for more info. & link.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2020 20:36:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Supply List]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1274429</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click here for the school supply list for the 2020-2021 School year!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 21:05:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA 2020 Reopening Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1268439</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA leaders and teachers have worked hard to create a reopening plan that is inclusive of the three scenarios: Full Reopening, Hybrid and Online-Distance learning. (For plan in Spanish, click News & Events tab & COVID/Reopening News)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:27:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reopening Update from Mrs. Fearon (8.6.20)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1268117</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Letter includes items needing a prompt response from parents]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 13:13:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Click to Take Our Reopening Parent Survey Today!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1259204</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 17:19:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA to Reopen on September 8th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1256626</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 16:24:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter to Parents Regarding Fall Reopening]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1251222</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2020 20:36:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA's Chromebook Drive a Massive Success]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1251584</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings successfully put laptops in the hands of 450 students at no cost to parents]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2020 15:01:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ms. Fearon Puts Literacy at the Forefront of her First Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1251580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[First-year principal made reading and a book drive her top priority in 2019-20]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2020 11:50:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ms. McPherson Enjoys Eventful First Year at NBFA]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 16:31:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1246562</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2020 17:36:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Message on Coping with Racial Injustice]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1242719</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mrs. Swagerty, Mrs. Fearon and Mrs. Turner send a message on coping during these turbulent times]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2020 17:58:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important 8th Grade Graduation Info.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1243084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click for a message from Middle School Principal Mrs. Turner regarding graduation]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2020 18:53:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA to Host Farewell Motorcade]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1243082</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2020 18:45:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CLICK HERE for Teacher Pages]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1218350</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:53:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Distance Learning Update from our Principals]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1204649</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mrs. Fearon and Mrs. Turner outline the next steps of our Distance Learning program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 15:28:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA suspends in-person public meetings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1235597</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 16:13:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Virtual Fundraiser Tonight!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1248075</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 18:24:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Forum Tonight]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1244843</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2020 17:25:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coronavirus update from NBFA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1178572</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2020 16:59:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local News Covers NBFA as School Distributes Chromebooks to Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1222366</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 15:42:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June 17th Virtual Event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1241976</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2020 17:37:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Aid for Feelings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1216871</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Social-Emotional guide and workbook]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2020 18:01:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Grading System for Trimester 3]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1221278</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 15:34:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chromebook Campaign for NBFA Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1220121</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 13:05:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Creative Ways to Spend April Break]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1208262</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here's a collection of fun ways to stay engaged and explorative during break!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2020 16:51:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA letter to donors and supporters]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1194977</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 19:15:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Distance Learning]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1181689</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click here to find your child's grade for our distance learning material]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:39:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School students recognized for their achievements]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1139825</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2019 15:16:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volunteer Monroe Fried keeps NBFA moving]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1114667</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:58:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teaching the Whole Child Includes Learning what Fuels Your Body]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1114655</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2019 09:45:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Need to Read! 3,000 Books for NBFA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1092028</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Book drive launched at NBFA to bring 3,000 new books into the classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2019 12:20:46 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Please be safe during drop off; follow these directions for 2019-2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1090098</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We urge everyone to be careful during the morning drop off at NBFA. Please follow these guidelines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:24:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mrs. Fearon named NBFA's new Elementary School Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1070582</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The New Beginnings Family Academy that Collette Fearon returns to this fall is not the same as it was when the seasoned educator left more than a decade ago.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2019 11:10:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA will provide free lunch and breakfast for all students in 2019-2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1076584</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students enrolled at NBFA may participate in the School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Program at no charge]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:55:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA is a Stop & Shop A+ Rewards School; sign up today to raise money for your school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1065032</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2019 10:49:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation 2019: NBFA graduates receive their diplomas (video)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1056511</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Watch as 29 eighth grade students receive their diplomas during a ceremony at Housatonic Community College, Friday]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2019 15:47:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Morales, a family story]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1039032</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jennifer Morales’ connection to New Beginnings Family Academy is a family thing. Not only does her own child and several cousins attend the school, but she has a strong familial tie to her students.  
“You could say I get a little stalkerish with my kids,” the middle school math teacher said laughing after a recent long day of crunching numbers in Room 158.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:34:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Impact Report published, please help support our mission]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1047087</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA is pleased to share its Impact Report that highlights the work done over the past school year. The Annual Impact Report highlights stories illustrating the impact of NBFA's work.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2019 10:14:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bridgeport Rotary donation to NBFA provides for city’s students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1072340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[$5,000 donation helps fund math textbooks and transportation]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 09:06:18 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[94 percent of graduating class accepted into a competitive high school]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In 2018, 94 percent of NBFA’s graduating class was accepted into a competitive admissions high school.  The path to a student’s chosen school is often quite unique.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 12:46:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Make a Gift to NBFA by June 30!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1052855</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your gift supports a community of educators that lifts up each student, believes in their abilities, and helps identify and affirm their strengths.

Together we can continue to transform our students into driven individuals and encourage their meaningful ambitions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2019 16:03:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Educating the whole child at NBFA includes exercise]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1008793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA’s focus on the whole child includes the brain and body, and recreational time plays into that.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:55:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2020-2021 NBFA school calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1043876</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2020-2021 New Beginnings Family Academy's school calendar has been set. You can find a PDF download of the calendar here and a text version of all the important dates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:18:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Crowley, a lesson in government]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1039256</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we would like to introduce you to another wonderful NBFA teacher. Today we are sharing the story of sixth-grade teacher Ms. Crowley and how her government lesson turned into a classroom uniting. Click on the link below to find her story on Page 3 of our 2019 Impact Report. Check out other stories in this Report about teachers doing great things at NBFA. Read it on the web page or click PDF link for a larger version of the report.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2019 08:29:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mural of the Month: The Fifty Nifty States of NBFA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1044002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy is a colorful place with nearly every hallway covered in murals created by staff and students working together. Periodically, we will bring you the story behind some of our murals. This is the second in that series.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 15:06:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA lottery complete, placement being sent by mail now]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1030951</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will be contacting families by MAIL with the results over the next two weeks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2019 14:19:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mural of the Month: The Tree of Life]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1021146</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy is a colorful place with nearly every hallway covered in murals created by staff and students working together. Periodically, we will bring you the story behind some of our murals. This is the first in that series.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2019 10:37:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lee-Stuart Evans to visit fourth graders]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1029296</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lee has just completed the 365 Mile Leather Man Loop in nine days and has now returned to help NBFA students reach their full potential.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2019 12:18:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free Preschool To Extend To 3-Year-Olds Next Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1007154</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA'sPre-K program is free for students living in Connecticut. Enter your application for our blind lottery on our website. Lottery to take place on April 16, 2019.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2019 22:19:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Calling all NBFA Alumni: Get connected]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1015229</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 13:39:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Open House this Sunday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1023692</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tours will be given of Bridgeport’s only progressive model learning environment]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 06 Apr 2019 20:16:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the NBFA Weekly Parent Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1016099</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The newsletter is sent every Sunday morning and covers events happening the following Monday through Friday, news from the past week and helpful tips from our partners.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 11:28:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA students premiere song written by Woodstock stars]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/978469</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday was a magical day for NBFA as students and local rock legends performed a new school song, "NBFA, We Love You!"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2019 11:03:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enrollment now open for the 2019-2020 school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/983216</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enrollment closes on April 15, 2019, and a blind lottery will be held on April 16, 2019.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2019 14:38:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A new Black History Month board greets visitors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/995026</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A new bulletin board rises for Black History Month]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:23:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We have launched a NBFA blog and we start by telling you about a wonderful night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1001738</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Four Seasons once sang, "Oh, what a night!” (Google it if the song is before your time.) They could have easily been harmonizing about New Beginnings Family Academy’s recent Night of Inspiration. To say the event was a success is putting it mildly and not just because there was a great turnout.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:04:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA re-enrollment forms now easy to fill out online, no paper needed]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/995948</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Filing your re-enrollment form by the due date helps NBFA plan for next year and provide the best education possible for your child and the children of others.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 11:43:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA message on internet safety regarding "Momo Challenge"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/1003614</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA families have perhaps heard of the "momo challenge" being discussed widely on the internet over the past few days. We are sharing this message and helpful links with our community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 14:15:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent and Student Arts & Music series returns Feb. 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/989316</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make sure you register today to assure your spot in the fun.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2019 13:40:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students and guests take part in love-filled art and music event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/980791</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The monthly events are led by art teacher Annie DeVito and music teacher Damon Keliher. The next event will be held on Feb. 26.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 09:36:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lion King roars into the breakout space]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/978880</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy’s first graders performed songs from the Lion King Friday in the breakout space.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2019 13:30:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA grad excels on the football field, wins spot in Australian tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/976363</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New Beginnings Family Academy 2018 graduate Jaidyn Cummings, who led Notre Dame Fairfield's defense as a freshman, won a spot in a tournament in Australia and is raising funds for his travel.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2019 12:12:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA gives food to those in need while striving for a zero waste environment]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/975772</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With food waste nationwide a massive problem for schools, the staff at New Beginnings Family Academy has made it a goal to give back while not letting anything go to spoil.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2019 15:48:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[You are invited to a Night of Inspiration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/971786</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Friday, February 8, come and watch "Resilience," a compelling documentary on the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and learn how the medical community and schools like Bridgeport's NBFA are addressing toxic stress.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2019 12:39:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New music and art event launched for students and parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/970923</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A new student/parent art and music program has been launched at New Beginnings Family Academy.
The first class will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 2:15 p.m. and run until 3:15 p.m. 
At this first gathering, students and parents will drum together and complete an art project together to take home.
Come mingle with other parents and share quality time with your child.
It is the plan that these student-parent art and music events will be held monthly for the remainder of the school year.
RSVP now by clicking you plan to attend on the Facebook event below or email jferrari@nbfacademy.org. Space is limited.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2019 15:09:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fourth graders march to McLevy Green to bring Christmas cheer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/968113</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, Dec. 18, students from New Beginnings Family Academy took to the historic McLevy Green to sing four holiday songs for parents, teachers and others.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 22:31:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Expo!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/923247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Thursday, September 27th, NBFA held an annual high school expo that hosted competitive schools from in and outside of Fairfield County.  Schools in attendance included St. Joseph, Lauralton Hall, Kolbe Cathedral, Notre Dame, Hopkins School, Bridgeport Military Academy, Fairchild Wheeler, and  Bullard Haven technical. Throughout the night a steady wave of parents and students meandered the various booths to speak to school representatives regarding the enrollment process, timeline, available scholarships, extra curricular activities and upcoming visitation opportunities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:22:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA To Continue Its SEL Journey With The Tauck Family Foundation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/906635</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Tauck Family Foundation announces that NBFA will be one of the five organizations that receives funding from the Foundation. This support will help to continue to foster the social and emotional skills that will help our students to thrive academically and in life.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 12:12:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Multicultural Night 12/6/2018 has been postponed]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/961127</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please know that we will reschedule it for later in the year. Those who were planning to attend the Book Fair this evening are welcome to come and visit Wednesday-Friday during school hours.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 09:32:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Making Black History Today]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/885525</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Culturally Affirming the Whole Child at New Beginnings Family Academy]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2018 09:43:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NBFA Delivers Top Performances at Connecticut History Day Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.nbfacademy.org/apps/news/article/885524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NBFA Middle School students excel in the Connecticut History Day Regional Competition and move on to State Finals]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2018 10:03:07 -0400</pubDate>
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