Owego Apalachin Central School District

OA Update: What’s Happening in Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OA Basketball Club - Youth Program Registration - https://aptg.co/lm7VGT

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Open Farm Day: 10/3/26 - https://aptg.co/9hHMF5

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 10/6/26 - https://aptg.co/T04TtB

OA Hometown Tailgate 2026 - Vendor Registration: 10/9/26 - https://aptg.co/hmSh0P

OA Hometown Tailgate 2026: 10/10/26 - https://aptg.co/K47Q18

OA Neon Night - Blacklight Painting Event: 10/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjXsyk

CCC & B - HOCO Attire Exchange: 10/18/26 - https://aptg.co/LV6NVy

TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6

Tioga County - Treats for Pain Collection: 10/31/26 - https://aptg.co/1Z6r92

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 11/24/26 - https://aptg.co/KxLQdN

OA Half Day Ski Club - 4th-12th Grade Registration: 1/9/27 - https://aptg.co/-D_tbb

Renewal Ranch - SMART and Recovery Meetings - https://aptg.co/P_mzhQ

Tioga Opportunities - Volunteers Needed - https://aptg.co/Mh3qVR

Tioga Opportunities - Access To Home Program - https://aptg.co/NqclDh

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

Find more Community Flyers 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/onflo-lets-talk.

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Ready, Set, Learn! with Julianna Serfass

“Right now, my favorite subject is Intro to Sports Medicine. I’m really enjoying the activities that we’re doing.” Learn more about Julianna Serfass as she tells us what she hopes to get out of this upcoming school year. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/jdVBwnG_WuQ

The Owego Free Academy Cross Country program is hosting its 4th Night Invite on Friday, September 25, 2026. The event will feature 40 schools and 1,050 runners from modified to varsity.

RACE TIMES
5:45 Kids Run (1K)
6:05 Mod Boys
6:35 Mod Girls
7:05 JV Boys 5K
7:40 JV Girls 5K
8:20 Var Boys 5K
8:50 Var Girls 5K
9:30 Open 5K ($15.00)

The Community 5K will wrap up the evening’s races at 9:30 PM, and runners may register on-site.

The Owego Night Invite is a one-of-a-kind cross-country experience! Athletes will race under the lights and through the darkness of the Owego Free Academy campus, with music, lights, and plenty of energy throughout the evening.

Race Locations

Starting Line: Behind Owego Apalachin Middle School
Finish Line: The 50-yard line inside Christy J. Valvo Stadium

Parking & Transportation
To help ensure a smooth and safe arrival and departure for all spectators, the following will be available throughout the evening:
On-Site Traffic Staff: District staff and members of the Owego Police Department will be stationed throughout campus to direct vehicles to available parking areas.
Shuttle Service: Bus and golf cart shuttles will run continuously throughout the evening. Shuttles are available for anyone who needs accessibility assistance or would simply like a ride from their parking area to the stadium or starting line area.

Review the Parking and Event Location Map here: https://aptg.co/nX4Jg.v
Review the courses for the races here: https://aptg.co/XZbBKc

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we welcome teams, athletes, families, and spectators to campus for this special evening of racing!

We can't wait to see you under the lights!

Watch the Promo Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSS41usA2vM

Four Questions: Finleigh Higgins

“Probably the community it gives you. I think when I first joined on modified, I was kind of a loner. And then, I mean, I’ve been playing with some of these girls for six years.” Senior Finleigh Higgins shares with us what the sport of field hockey has done for her, and what some of her goals are for this season as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/j2hYs4o7s5Y

🍎 Reminder for OA Families! Join us this week for our Open House & Meet the Teacher Nights across the district. This is a great opportunity to explore classrooms, connect with teachers, and support a fantastic school year!

📅 Schedule (All events run from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM):

• Tuesday, September 22: Apalachin Elementary School

• Wednesday, September 23: Owego Elementary School

• Thursday, September 24: Owego Apalachin Middle School & Owego Free Academy

We can't wait to see our students and families there!

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA

Ready, Set, Learn! with Lilian Esposito

“I’m really interested in the sciences and especially like physical sciences. And the last time we did biology it was for little kids, so I’m excited to see a more advanced version of the subject.” Lilian Esposito talks with us about what she hopes to get out of this upcoming school year and some of her favorite subjects. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/LkCGdh1GcSs

Huge congratulations to 2006 OFA graduate James Synowiez!

James, who currently teaches and coaches at Scarsdale High School, was recently featured on Good Morning America as one of five coaches nationwide recognized by Mazda's "Coaches Who Move Us" program for his outstanding dedication to youth sports. 🏆👏

Check out the full story and watch his feature below:

📖 TeamSnap Announcement: https://www.teamsnap.com/blog/announcements/mazda-partnership-coaches-who-move-us-award-program
📺 GMA / ABC News Segment: https://abcnews.com/video/136501839/

#OFAAlumni #CoachesWhoMoveUs #OAisYOU #OACommunity #OAPride

Behind the Scenes: Field Hockey 2026

With a new field hockey coach, the players hit the field with a new attitude! See what the players are excited about for their upcoming season here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/_1LZzQUbOEw

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OA Update: What’s Happening in Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OA Basketball Club - Youth Program Registration - https://aptg.co/lm7VGT

Salute to Service Tailgate: 9/18/26 - https://aptg.co/_VsdHj

Tioga Opportunities - Sepsis Education: 9/21/26 - https://aptg.co/5_Kr19

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Class: 10/6/26 - https://aptg.co/T04TtB

OA Hometown Tailgate 2026 - Vendor Registration: 10/9/26 - https://aptg.co/hmSh0P

TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6

Tioga County - Treats for Pain Collection: 10/31/26 - https://aptg.co/1Z6r92

Renewal Ranch - SMART and Recovery Meetings - https://aptg.co/P_mzhQ

Tioga Opportunities - Volunteers Needed - https://aptg.co/Mh3qVR

Tioga Opportunities - Access To Home Program - https://aptg.co/NqclDh

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

Find more Community Flyers 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.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition

AES UPK was excited to welcome a special guest reader! Students love the chance to hear new voices, explore wonderful stories, and share the joy of reading. Thank you to Mr. Beatty for reading to Mrs. Mason’s and Mrs. Kozlowski’s classes! #AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA

OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education Room in the OA District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, NY 13827.

The meeting will be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/M0oFUOk3zm0.

Board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs at www.oacsd.org. We encourage anyone with questions or comments to use Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk. Your questions and comments will be addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the Board of Education.

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OAMS UPDATE: Fall Picture Day is on Monday, September 28th. Upstate Images will be doing our school photos again this year during your students' science class time. You can get more information and order online here: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001405789. Contact OAMS directly or through Onflo (formerly Let's Talk!) with any questions. #OAMSRiverHawks #sOArTogether

Apalachin Elementary School was recognized by Solution Tree as a Promising Practices Professional Learning Community at Work® for its initial success in raising student achievement. Apalachin Elementary School’s commitment to implementing the PLC at Work process has been a major contributing factor in making a visible, positive impact on student learning. This recognition comes shortly after sister school Owego Elementary School received the same prestigious designation back in June.

PLCs are schools and districts in which educators recognize that 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, Superintendent Dr. Corey Green said, "This recognition as a Promising Practices School from Solution Tree reflects the dedication, collaboration, and focus our educators have on student learning. Following Owego Elementary School’s recognition back in June, having Apalachin Elementary School honored as well speaks to the continuous district-wide effort to ensure high levels of learning for every child. It’s a testament to the belief that when we work together with clarity and purpose, we can create truly exceptional outcomes. I’m incredibly proud of our team at AES and this well-deserved honor."

Promising Practices schools are recognized for building a strong foundation based on the PLC concepts, implementation of these concepts for at least one to two 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.

Recognized Promising Practices schools are listed on AllThingsPLC.info, where they share implementation strategies, structures, and performance with other educators interested in improving their schools. Collaboration tools, articles, research, 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 20 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 letter: https://aptg.co/YV_NC2

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Owego Apalachin School Community and Guests,

We are excited to welcome everyone to campus and the OFA Christy J. Valvo Stadium tonight, Friday, September 4th, at 7:00 PM as our varsity football team takes on Chenango Forks!

Before heading to campus, please review the important traffic, parking, and shuttle updates below for tonight's event.

Urgent Construction Update: Loop & Lot 4 Closed Tonight
Due to heavy rain and weather conditions throughout the week, the paving of the new OFA loop and the entrance to Parking Lot #4 was delayed. Consequently, the OFA loop and Parking Lot #4 (Back Stadium Lot) will NOT be available for tonight’s game.

The concrete walkway in front of OFA is now complete. Spectators walking from Lots #2, #3, and #5 can use this path for direct access to the stadium.

OFA Loop Restriction: We laid fresh blacktop in the OFA loop today. Please do not drive or walk on the loop until further notice to allow the surface to cure.

To ensure a smooth arrival and departure for all spectators:
On-Site Traffic Staff: District staff and OPD will be positioned across campus to direct vehicles to available parking areas.
Shuttle Services (starting at 5:45 pm): Bus and golf cart shuttles will run continuously throughout the evening. Shuttles are available for anyone who needs accessibility assistance or would like a lift to the stadium from their parking location.

Campus Parking Options
Please refer to the included campus map to locate available parking areas:
Lot 1 (OFA/OAMS Main Lot): Primary general parking for campus events and spectators. Serves as the main access point.
Lot 2 (Pool Lot): Parking available near the OA Community Pool.
Lot 3 (District Office Lot): Additional spectator parking area.
Lot 4 (Back Stadium Lot): Normally restricted to Handicap Parking & Event Staff; CLOSED TONIGHT due to paving delays. Please utilize shuttles from surrounding lots if you require mobility assistance.
Lot 5 (OES Lots): Auxiliary parking areas. (Due to paving delays, the additional parking that is part of the construction project hasn’t been completed yet.)
Lot 6 (OA BOCES/Maintenance Lot): Overflow parking area.

Event Location: Tonight's game is held at OFA Stadium (Map Location A).

Review the Parking and Event Location Map here: https://aptg.co/nX4Jg.v

Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking and shuttle transit. Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and support as our district completes these campus infrastructure improvements.

Go, River Hawks!

#OFARiveHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA

We had a fantastic few days welcoming our newest educators to the district during New Teacher Orientation! Please join us in giving a warm OA welcome to the newest members of our school community:

Owego Elementary School (OES)
• Erin McCollough – Art
• Jewel Llewellyn – Special Education
• Angela Preston – 4th Grade
• Amy Kelsey – 1st Grade

Apalachin Elementary School (AES)
• Juliette Lawless – Art
• Tricia Soper – 4th Grade

Owego Apalachin Middle School (OAMS)
• Ethan Morales – Math
• Amanda Forrest – Math
• Julia Peters – Social Studies
• Kristen Nagorny – World Language

Owego Free Academy (OFA)
• Julie Heeter – ELA
• Dylan Nardocci – Math
• Laura Demsky – World Language

We are thrilled to have these talented individuals supporting our students and schools this year. We look forward to having all staff back on campus next Tuesday, September 8th, and all students back on Wednesday, September 9th.

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Owego Apalachin Families,

As we prepare for the new school year, we are pleased to share an important tool to help manage your child’s daily commute. Student bus information will officially go live on the My Ride K-12 app on Friday, September 4th.

What is My Ride K-12?

My Ride K-12 is a secure, easy-to-use platform designed to keep you updated on your student’s transportation details. By downloading the app or accessing the web portal, you will be able to view:
Your child’s assigned bus number
Scheduled morning pickup and afternoon drop-off times
Route details and transportation updates

How to Get Started
Mobile App: Download My Ride K-12 from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Web Portal: Access the web version directly at myridek12.tylerapp.com.
Setup Guide: To learn more about My Ride K-12 and the technology we use to keep students safe, please view the My Ride K-12 User Guide Parent Flyer: https://5il.co/2he.

Important Reminders for the Start of School
First-Week Delays: Please expect minor schedule delays during the first few days of school as drivers, students, and families establish their routines. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Elementary Drop-Off Safety: Parents and guardians of elementary students are asked to be clearly visible at the stop during afternoon drop-off. Our bus drivers are instructed to wait until they see a family member to ensure every child gets inside safely before moving on. Having an adult visible right away helps keep the entire route running on time.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our school community safe and efficiently transported.

Sincerely,
Owego Apalachin Central School District
Transportation Department

Reach out through Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!) with questions. Select the My Ride K-12 Bus Tracking App topic: https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.

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