“Probably just hands-on, this really keeps my attention and I really like doing it.” OFA student Adam Jacobs loved working on cars with his dad, and now he’s putting those skills to use in the Winners Circle Project. Watch Adam answer four questions on Showcase Classroom TV.
https://youtu.be/kacLT3nBVQ8
Eighth grade students in Mr. Wegmann's class had the benefit of guest speaker Jennifer Wegmann PhD from Binghamton University on Friday to talk about positive ways to manage stress.
“There’s a level of freedom in running and camaraderie that goes unmatched.” Sullivan O’Donnell cherishes the freedom of running on the cross country team, creating strong bonds with his fellow runners. Watch Sullivan answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/7RBrlJawAbQ
“We’re showing them the mechanics of the camera so you can get the effects that you want as a photographer.” OFA art Teacher Kate Wilsey breaks down her lesson plan for her digital photography class. Watch what the students are doing here on Showcase Arts TV.
https://youtu.be/7tA9jcu2C-Y
“It’s a lot of fun and it’s very useful, I learn a lot in this class. I’m very grateful this school has classes like this.” Student Arissa Knight plans on being a veterinary technician. See how the Animal Science courses at OFA helped her pursue her goals.
https://youtu.be/Mu3tGNDHGfM
Congratulations to Owego Free Academy Boys Soccer. The River Hawks are the 2024 STAC Boys Soccer Champions! This is our 3rd Boys Soccer STAC Championship and the first since 2002. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether
OA MUSIC REMINDER: The OAMS and OFA Fall Jazz Concert is tonight, Monday, October 21st, at 7:30 pm in the OAMS Auditorium. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_ixgAlNlgE
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride
“I’m hoping to make All-State this year for snare drum, and I’m hoping to make gold with distinction as a band for NYSSMA.” Billy Huddleston shares his goals for this upcoming year as he answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/9G4X9lpmEos
“It’s just you and you get that relief after a long day, and you just take the motions in and relax in the nice cold water.” Elizabeth Williams shares why she loves spending time in the pool. Watch Elizabeth answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/qGBBNbIClrE
Students enjoying the beautiful Friday on Christy J. Valvo stadium.
“I just like the songs, the songs are challenging sometimes. And it’s nice to increase how good you are, and get better over time.” Carson Morris tells us why he loves playing music so much, and how he got his start with the band. Watch Carson answer four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/AHqO-cAajBc
Thanks to everyone who helped with the supply collection for Newport Tennessee. Members from Families Helping Families were at Owego Free Academy today to pick up the donations. The OFA Key Club packaged the items donated by each school building and loaded them for delivery.
Thank you for your help and support. #OACommunity #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
“We’re going through quite a grueling distance set. We started with a 500, and then a 400, a 300, a 200 and this is their last one.” Head Coach Summer Pierce breaks down what the girls are doing on what they call Long Swim Mondays. Watch this Practice Makes Perfect on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/g7beNURLnVg
“I really like it, I think that everyone who wants to go into some type of Ag field should take this class.” Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Animal Sciences classes offered at OFA. The students get hands-on experience at their class farm by cleaning enclosures, feeding and tending to the animals, and more. Learn all about it here on Showcase Classroom TV.
https://youtu.be/2Z5hUfyjm5w
As we celebrate National School Board Recognition Week, we want to thank our school board members and show appreciation for their support and dedication to our school district.
Thank you for ensuring a quality education, opportunities in and out of the classroom, and amazing experiences for all students. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
“I think that the team makes it ten times better, and you can really tell when you have a good team. And I really feel like we have that connection.” Gabby Boehme tells us what she thinks makes for a good team, and why she loves the sport of field hockey so much. Watch her answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/rZOzfepSMtQ
“We’re all friends, it’s been the same group for the last two years. So I think we all like each other a lot.” Students come together as a part of a team and as friends in the Chambers Singers class. See how their rehearsals are going here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/JOBfuwI-KVY
“Seeing them take accountability and leadership, especially in the classes I get to teach.” Katelyn Simpson expresses why she loves teaching and what goals she has for the future. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/KNALMNuCw2c
“You can be strong and independent with yourself, but you also have a huge team supporting you.” The Girl's Varsity Swimming and Diving team have grown in numbers and are excited about their season. Watch this behind-the-scenes practice on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/qW6CRpSTDuw
Mrs. Berwald’s class visited Mr. Carney and Ms. Simpson’s HAWKEYE Graphics class where they learned how to print their own River Hawks apparel! #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
