From May 11th to 15th, we are coming together for Mental Health Spirit Week.
This year’s theme is: “Stronger Together. You Matter.” Join us in spreading positivity, checking in on one another, and focusing on wellness with these daily themes and challenges:
📅 The Weekly Lineup:
✨ Mantra Monday: Wear a shirt with a positive message or your "You Matter" gear.
Challenge: Talk to one new person today!
🌈 Kindness Colors Tuesday: Wear your brightest colors to spread positivity throughout the halls.
Challenge: Complete one act of kindness.
💚 Wellness Wednesday: Wear Green to show your support for mental health awareness.
Challenge: Ask at least two people how they are truly feeling.
🏃 Take Care Thursday: Get cozy! Wear your most comfortable clothes.
Challenge: Take 30 minutes to walk or exercise.
😁 Feel Good Friday: Wear an outfit that makes you feel confident and at your best.
Challenge: Give someone a genuine compliment.
Important Reminders:
You Matter.
It’s okay to not be okay.
Check in on your friends.
Small acts make a big difference.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter #StrongerTogether #MentalHealthSpiritWeek #ThisIsOA
You can review the newsletter here: https://aptg.co/ZFPztl.
The entire increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline will pay through the regular tax roll. The tax levy to the rest of the community is 0%. If the Stagecoach Pipeline (formerly CNYOG) Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) was not coming back onto the tax rolls this year, the district’s tax levy would once again be 0% for the fourth time in the last six years. The district’s average tax levy change remains historically low at 0.80% over the past 5 years and 1.14% over the past 10 years.
2026–2027 Proposed Budget at a Glance
The Board of Education has adopted a $63,567,555 spending plan. This budget is guided by our Blueprint for Excellence and the SOAR initiative, ensuring we maintain and grow student programs from UPK through 12th grade while remaining fiscally responsible.
Proposition 2 (Bus Bond): A $1,085,000 measure to purchase five new diesel school buses to ensure a safe and modern transportation fleet.
Board of Education Election: Three seats are up for election. Candidates include Mr. Michael Aubel, Mr. Joseph Palladino, and Mrs. Jessica Silvanic.
Understanding the "Accounting Shift"
For several years, Stagecoach Pipeline has been one of our largest taxpayers under a special agreement called a PILOT. This agreement expired in March 2026. By law, these payments must now move from the "Miscellaneous Revenue" category to the "Property Tax Levy" category.
Because of this mandated shift in how we account for these funds, residents will notice a significant change on the upcoming Property Tax Report Card:
The Appearance: It will look like there is a 17.10% increase in the district’s tax levy.
The Reality: This is strictly a technical accounting change. The "increase" is actually the $3,183,700 payment from Stagecoach Pipeline moving from one category to another. The Tax Levy increase for residents remains at 0%.
This is not a new spending decision. The increase in the levy is fully offset by the increase in the taxable base. In practical terms, residents can expect an impact of approximately 0% on their school tax bills.
Important Voting Information
We encourage all residents to stay informed and participate in the upcoming budget vote.
Public Hearing: May 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM (OA District Office)
Superintendent Green will join Bob Joseph on WNBF on May 12, 2026, at 10:05 am
Superintendent Green will join Matt Lewis on WEBO on May 14, 2026, at 8:00 am
Annual Budget Vote: May 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location 1: OACSD District Office (5 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego)
Location 2: Apalachin Elementary School (405 Pennsylvania Ave, Apalachin)
Locations are based on residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of the district for at least 30 days. If not registered to vote, please bring a valid photo ID.
For more details, visual breakdowns of the PILOT transition, and absentee ballot information, please visit www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and schools.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
“I like to go in the top groves of each finger; I have a blood blister from where I release.” Joseph Gaurnier demonstrates how to hold a discus in proper form and release. Learn more about his event, watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/-rKl4RlBQFM
OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
Thank you to our friends at the Best Buy Distribution Center in Nichols for sharing with our students all of the amazing career opportunities that they have to offer.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
Olivia Schrader has earned the distinction of Valedictorian.
Olivia will be attending the University of Rochester and will study Psychotherapy.
Jaelyn Chrysler is the Salutatorian.
Jaelyn will be attending East Stroudsburg University. She will study Psychology and run Cross Country and Track.
The district is very proud of Olivia and Jaelyn’s commitment to excellence in their academic and extracurricular activities. We wish them all the best with their future endeavors.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OFAClassOf2026
Family Movie Night - First Presbyterian Union Church: 5/8/26 - https://aptg.co/9VHy8j
Rotary - Plant and Garden Bingo: 5/9/26 - https://aptg.co/BpXTNK
OA Youth Cheer Camp: 5/9/26 - https://aptg.co/mnhXLD
Charles H. Bassett - America 250 Celebration Contest: 5/14/26 - https://aptg.co/rb7C9z
OES Green Team - Fill That Truck Recycling Event: 5/16/26 - https://aptg.co/GqkGGt
Children’s Home - Foster Care and Adoption Info: 5/20/26 - https://aptg.co/y-pl4t
Camp Ahwaga 5k - Registration: 5/23/26 - https://aptg.co/Fm8P73
TOI - Mental Health First Aid: 5/27/26 - https://aptg.co/JMQpJq
OA District Art Show - Artistic Intelligence: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/nbck5b
Good News Club - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/Rn4h4c
Waterman - Explore Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/3lS0_z
Waterman - Rec Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/JtnKJV
The Dance Station - Toddler Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/rcJg3P
The Dance Station - Intermediate/Advanced Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjYX1g
OA Football Club - Registration: 6/20/26 - https://aptg.co/L91FNJ
The Dance Station - Beginner Dance: 6/22/26 - https://aptg.co/QY_N-P
The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq
TIO - Basic Computer Classes - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6
WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
Animal Care Sanctuary - Shelter Buddies Reading Program - https://aptg.co/rcYXXX
OES Green Team Donations 25-26 - https://aptg.co/zxt2C8
Find more Community Fliers here: https://www.oacsd.org/documents/community-fliers/237411.
If you are involved in an organization that would like to share a flier with the OA school community, please submit it through Let’s Talk! for approval. Select ‘Digital Flier Distribution Submission’ under Communications here - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
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OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
Mason Hill talks about the beef cattle and some of his responsibilities in animal sciences. Learn more here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/cY7mPNZpxoQ
MUSIC REMINDER: The OAMS Band and Jazz Band Spring Concert is tonight, Wednesday, May 6th, at 7:30 pm, in the OA Theatre at Owego Apalachin Middle School. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/7twiiyERTpo.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
Monday we had the pleasure of hosting Penn State! The representative, Nick, and his fabulous warm up act and Penn State grad, Mr. Taylor did a great job presenting to our students tips on attending PSU.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
Dear Owego Apalachin CSD Resident,
We want to share some important information regarding how our district’s budget will look on paper for the 2026–27 school year.
For several years, the Stagecoach Pipeline (formerly CNYOG) has been our largest taxpayer under a special agreement called a PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes). This agreement ended in March.
What Is Changing?
By law, once the PILOT agreement ends, Stagecoach Pipeline will no longer be listed under "Miscellaneous Revenue." Instead, they will move onto the regular property tax rolls just like any other local business or homeowner.
Why This Matters for the Tax Report Card
Because of this shift in how we are required to account for the money, you will notice a significant change on the upcoming Property Tax Report Card that you will receive in the mail and in our Budget Newsletter:
The Appearance: It will look like there is a 17.10% increase in the district’s tax levy.
The Reality: This is strictly an accounting change. The "increase" you see is actually the $3,183,700 payment from Stagecoach Pipeline moving from one category to another.
The important thing to emphasize here is that change is primarily an accounting and tax base adjustment and is not, by itself, a new increase in district spending. The increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline is now paying through the regular tax roll. The difference will only be seen in how it is reported.
If the PILOT was not coming back onto the tax rolls this year, the district’s tax levy would once again be 0% for the fourth time in the last six years. The district’s average tax levy change over the past 5 years has been 0.80%, and over the past 10 years, 1.14%.
Property taxes and local funding mechanisms are essential for supporting education, public safety, and infrastructure in Tioga County.
View a PDF version of the letter here: https://aptg.co/5lSztP. The full letter includes additional information from the Tioga County Real Property Office. The full letter will also be arriving in your mailbox soon.
Thank you for your continued support of our schools and for taking the time to stay informed about this unique budgeting requirement. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions as we move through this year’s budget process.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity
Our Owego FFA was featured last Friday in an "Ag. in the Classroom" Animal Science Virtual Field Trip. Owego FFA advisor Mr. Derek Hill and Owego students introduced 4000 virtual attendees to their favorite four-legged classmates at their teaching barn and paddocks.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
On April 30th we had students participate in a tour and presentation by our business partners at Raymond Corporation. Thank you to Jessica Beadle for making this experience happen!
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
“So what the kids are working on right now is hurdle mobility. This is a drill designed to loosen up their hips and prevent injury.” Head Track Coach Scott Senko shows us some of the exercises the athletes do to cool down at the end of practice. Learn more here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/_fT4DmWeHek
📌 Listen to the full interview here: https://aptg.co/1scrds
🗓️ Mark your calendars:
Public Hearing: May 11th, 6:00 PM (District Office)
Budget Vote: Tuesday, May 19th (Noon – 8:00 PM)
Get more information here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #ThisIsOA
OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
OFA 2026 Seniors can submit their spotlight information here: https://forms.gle/5FBCExnt5fPJn1uC7.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #OwegoFreeAcademy #ClassOf2026 #OwegoNY #ApalachinNY #ThisIsOA
