“Connecting with the kids and sharing a sport that I love. That’s my favorite part.” Girls Varsity Tennis Coach Erica Haray tells us how she got started in coaching. She shares with us some of her favorite memories over the years in this week’s coach spotlight on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/NpMDp2QMlJc
“My favorite part of teaching is the students, getting to know them and seeing them achieve, whether that’s academics or athletics, just getting to know them.” Social studies teacher Shelly Bullock has been with OFA for 22 years; learn how and why she took an interest in education in this week’s teacher profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/Hy9SE3bJTco
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“I love just getting to come here after school, especially after all the classes I’ve had, and hang out with my friends, honestly.” Senior Jewel Belokur shares some of her favorite memories from years of playing soccer for OFA. Learn more about Jewel as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/vCaBlBFVoTQ
River Hawks Athletics Reminder:
Arbiter Sports/Family ID Registration IS OPEN for:
All Modified, JV, and Varsity Winter Sports
Use the following link to register:
https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/owego-apalachin-athletics-winter-26-27-varsity-jv-and-modified-sports-registration
Winter Sports 2026-2027:
JV and Varsity Sports
Season Starts | Monday, November 16
Modified Sports
Registration Opens | Monday, November 2nd
Season Starts | Monday, November 30
Review the Winter Parent Letter here: https://aptg.co/617h50
Additional River Hawks Athletics Information can be found on our website here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/riverhawksathletics
Please contact the Athletic Department directly with any questions.
Phone: (607) 687-7301 ext. 7061
Let's Talk! - Contact Athletics - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
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This past Wednesday the OA Career Center hosted our Engineering Pathway Panel event for students interested in engineering careers. Thank you to our representatives from Amphenol, Lockheed Martin and Raymond Corporation for participating in this event. We had another group of over 30 students attend during their SOAR period to learn from these professionals.#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
Behind the Scenes: New Hybrid Scheduling 2026
“We can go deeper in our learning; we don’t just stay up here at the surface. But we can take what we have just as the gist, and actually apply it to what we’re doing. Instead of waiting for the next class, we are doing it simultaneously as we’re learning this information.” Hear from both students and teachers about the benefits of the new hybrid scheduling in this behind-the-scenes look on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/QHnIJ-V6mFs
🗓 Thursday, 10/29 Girls Soccer Class A Sectional Final
📍 Away at Union-Endicott vs. Maine-Endwell
⏰ 5:30 PM
🗓 Thursday, 10/29 Boys Soccer Class A Sectional Final
📍 Away at Union-Endicott vs. Maine-Endwell
⏰ Varsity: 7:15 PM
TICKET GATE OPENS AT 4:30 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
Let’s go River Hawks!
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“Kids learn the best when they have a strong relationship with their teacher, so I love forming relationships with them, getting to know them on a personal level, and then just watching them grow is awesome.” 3rd grade teacher Heather Chrysler tells us how she fell in love with the field of education. Learn more about her in this week’s Teacher Spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/oQrKTHCKqeU
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“Right now we are scrimmaging half-field to prepare for our next game; specifically, today we are working on defense and shifting defensively.” The girls’ soccer team is putting in the work on the practice field; see what makes them click here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/_X7R5OCWwxM
We’ve got massive playoff and championship action on deck tonight and tomorrow—pack the stands, wear your gear, and bring the noise!
🗓 Tuesday, 10/27 Field Hockey Class A Sectional Semifinal
📍 Away at Windsor
⏰ 6:00 PM
🗓 Wednesday, 10/28 STAC Small School Volleyball Championship Games
📍 Home at OFA
⏰ JV: 5:00 PM vs. SV
⏰ Varsity: 6:15 PM vs. Windsor
Let’s go River Hawks!
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Huge shoutout to our incredible student staff at the Career Center! These young women go from helping their peers navigate job searches to guiding others through different career paths and a variety of career-related duties.#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
Last week our students had the opportunity to take part in TC3’s MADE event. It was a chance to experience and learn about area advanced manufacturing industries. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
It’s time for some friendly competition for a great cause! Owego Apalachin CSD Superintendent Dr. Green and Waverly CSD Superintendent Dr. Knolles have officially issued a district-wide donation challenge. The school district that collects the most toys to fill its donation boxes will win the first annual Toys for Tots trophy!
Help us fill the boxes and bring holiday joy to kids in our community!
📍 Drop-Off Locations:
OFA
OAMS
AES
OES
Transportation
District Office
🗓️ Deadline: Donate now through November 23rd!
Drop off a new, unwrapped toy today and help your district take home the trophy! 🎁🧸
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“It’s always a good time when you make a tackle on the field, and you get up and see your buddies.” Full back and outside linebacker Lynkon Craft tells us some of his favorite memories from playing football over the years. Learn more about Lynkon as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gwca1Dcu6yA
Owego Elementary School was recently recognized by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement. The school’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities at Work® process was a major factor in improved student achievement.
PLCs are schools and districts in which educators recognize the key to improved learning for students is ongoing, job-embedded learning for the adults who serve those students. The three big ideas of a PLC call upon educators to:
Focus on learning.
Build a collaborative culture.
Create a results orientation.
Responding to news of the recognition, Mrs. Silvestri, OES Principal, said, Being recognized as a Model PLC School is a testament to the relentless dedication and collaborative spirit of our teachers. Day in and day out, our educators work side by side to continuously improve their teaching, analyze student growth, and ensure every child reaches their highest potential. I couldn't be more proud of our staff for their unwavering commitment to student success.
Schools are recognized based on strict criteria, including demonstration of a commitment to PLC concepts, implementation of these concepts for at least three years, and clear evidence of improved student learning over that period. Once measurable results can be seen, the school must explain its practices, structures, and culture and submit its application for consideration by the PLC Review Committee.
According to the Champions of PLC at Work®, educators in the schools and districts selected for this recognition have shown “a sustained commitment to helping all of their students achieve at high levels. They have been willing to alter the structure and culture of the organization to reflect their commitment. We applaud them and congratulate them for achieving this very significant milestone on the never-ending PLC journey.”
Recognized model PLC schools are listed on allthingsplc.info, where they share implementation strategies, structures, and performance with other educators interested in improving their schools. Tools for team collaboration, articles and research about PLCs, blog posts, and other related resources are also available on the site. The site was developed and is maintained by Solution Tree, a leading provider of educational strategies and tools that improve staff and student performance. For more than 25 years, Solution Tree resources have helped K–12 teachers and administrators create schools where all children succeed.
Click here for a PDF version of the press release: https://aptg.co/q1D3Jy
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