“At the state meet, if I can get close to breaking 20, I’ll be happy, but if I don’t and I just have fun, I’ll be happy too.” Learn more about Abby McHugh and how she got her start in the sport of cross country as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/qDD03fDs-Ng
Barb Cornwell Taggert, Diane Gordner Cole, and Teresa Gromniak Mendelson from the OFA Class of '76 delivered donations to the school’s Clothing Closet. This initiative started with a great idea from Piper Cunningham (a Key Club senior), who inspired the alumni to connect with the current student body.
Mrs. Melby, Key Club Advisor, several students, and OFA Associate Principal, Dr. Mukhlis, were happy to accept and help unpack two carts full of hygiene supplies, equipment, and clothing items. ❤️ #OFAClassOf1976 #OFAClassOf2026 #OACommunity #OAPride
“My favorite part is probably learning all of the new notes.” 5th grader Olivia Mehl talks about some of her favorite things that she’s learned in band. Find out more about Olivia as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/sQhaGpg96nM
Owego Elementary and Apalachin Elementary have one more half-day of instruction this month. Dismissal is at 11:00 a.m. to allow for parent/teacher conferences in the afternoon.
The half-day conference days will take place on:
Friday, December 19th
Please contact your child’s teacher with questions about your conference date and time.
The OA after-school program will NOT run on half days at OES or AES.
Boys and Girls Club After School Program:
There will NOT be an after-school program on December 19th.
OAMS and OFA run on a regular full-day schedule.
Please contact us using Let’s Talk! with any other questions: https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
#OARiveHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Once again we had the privilege of having the wonderful Mrs. Gretz share her extensive HR knowledge. She spoke to public speaking classes on the interview process and shared key tips on how to be successful during an interview.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
Faculty Spotlight: Todd Stanton
“If there are issues, I always want to fix that issue, and then it makes me feel good when I fix something, and I make it easier for other people to do what they need to do.” Learn more about Field Tech, Todd Stanton, and what he does at the school, and what some of his future goals are, in this Faculty Spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/WEm6sJMIpZQ
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Our AES UPK students had a surprise visit from the jolliest couple in town, Mr. and Mrs. Claus! The holiday spirit is officially in full swing. 🎅🎄 #AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether
Spencer Guiles shares with us how he took an interest in art and even how his art was selected for the art show. Learn more about Spencer as he answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/2aaPEianhCM
“They deserve everything they get, they’ve put the time in, the effort in, it’s really hard work, and they’ve put it in.” After a very successful football season, hear from coaches and players on how excited they were to earn a Sectional Championship. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/vho_F4DDRvg
With extremely cold temperatures in the forecast for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, the district is implementing the Extreme Cold Bus Transportation for all walkers. Please review the following document for bus pick-up locations and times for students walking to school at OES, OAMS, and OFA.
Click Here For OA Extreme Cold Bus Transportation Information: https://aptg.co/PqJnQF.
#OARiveHawks #sOArTogether
On Friday we were able to go to Synergy Athletics in Vestal to learn more about their business and their philosophy on working with clients. A huge thank you to Bryon and Tracy for hosting us and answering our questions. We look forward to working with you in the future!
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
“You have to be really focused and ready to play.” 5th grader Walter Grizzle plays the trombone, learn more about the mindset he has entering band practice as he answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/h0D7wcLXiek
Principal Tom Beatty visited Apalachin Elementary Pre-K to read Pete the Cat Saves Christmas. The students had a blast learning how even a "small" cat can make a big difference!
#AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether
“I love the community that we have, no matter if you perform really well or if you are having an off day or whatever, you always have your teammates.” Hear from Jaelyn Chrysler on why she loves being on the cross country team so much as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/eZ5Q7-pu4ng
We had the privilege of hosting our very own OFA teachers for our December lunch and learn event. Students learned about how to become an author and pursue a career in education. A huge thank you to Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Sodeur for taking the time to share their insight and expertise with us.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
Our Career Center student workers were able to present to 8th grade classes! It was a great afternoon of learning! Students explored Xello and learned how to utilize the OA Career Center.
#OACareerCenter #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #hawkpride #SchoolCommunityOne
Hear from Nolan Card as he shares how he took an interest in the sport of football, along with some of his goals, as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/13XXvoRBiXE
Owego Elementary and Apalachin Elementary have two (2) half-days of instruction this month. Dismissal is at 11:00 a.m. to allow for parent/teacher conferences in the afternoon.
The half-day conference days will take place on:
Friday, December 12th
Friday, December 19th
Please contact your child’s teacher with questions about your conference date and time.
The OA after-school program will NOT run on half days at OES or AES.
Boys and Girls Club After School Program:
Will run for 6th-8th-grade students on December 12th. There will NOT be an after-school program on December 19th.
OAMS and OFA run on a regular full-day schedule.
Please contact us using Let’s Talk! with any other questions: https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
#OARiveHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
