OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, for the Lunar New Year.
For more information on the origins and traditions of the Lunar New Year, here are some resources.
Lunar New Year: Traditions and Celebrations (Parents.com)
Lunar New Year (nationalgeographic.org)
Lunar New Year Activities to Celebrate (Parenta.com)
Some Upcoming Events:
1/30 - OES 4th-Grade Winter Concert
Each school will share specific event information with students and families. Please contact your building with any questions. Or reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar can be found on our website here: https://5il.co/2locy.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF on our website here: https://5il.co/2wsb8.
A printed version of the year-long calendar is available for anyone who would like one. You can ask your child’s teacher or building to send one home with them or pick one up from the main office at each school building. Community members can pick up a printed calendar from the district office.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and district app. https://www.oacsd.org/events
Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
Athlete Tip Bowling: Evan O'Hara
“Make sure my hand position is underneath the ball, really focus on the shot that I’m going to make.” Evan O’Hara demonstrates how to properly get the ball off your hand when bowling. Learn more from his athlete tip here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/92kpZ_JR55k
Due to the anticipated inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, January 28, 2025.
Please note that there is no SOAR period to start the day at OAMS and OFA on a two-hour delay. Students report directly to their first-period class.
Review the OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule here: https://5il.co/13zvy.
Thank You.
Congratulations to Conlan Taylor who signed his National Letter of Intent to play baseball for Binghamton University. This commitment marks a significant achievement in Conlan’s high school baseball career and is a testament to his dedication, talent, and hard work both on and off the field. Conlan intends to study Biology during his time at BU. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether
Public Speaking Student Tip: Luke Saunders
“I find that taking a deep breath right before you get up there helps with the nerves.” Luke Saunders shares some tips when it comes to what he’s learned from his public speaking class. Learn more here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/RnITFs9_i18
Athlete Tip: Maddie McEvoy
“It’s all about your form, you always want to finish high and with your wrist flicked out.” Maddie McEvoy breaks down what goes into warming up and making three-point shots. Learn more from Maddie’s Athlete Tip on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/CYAqdfAsDDM
Four Questions: Emma Dixon
“The sound that comes out when you’re finished, the practice of it, and when you get it perfect that first time.” Emma Dixon plays bass guitar in the jazz band, learn more about her and her musical journey as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/P_0Kvs7RQBY
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a special meeting, on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., in the Board of Education room at the District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, 13827.
There will not be a live stream of the meeting.
Board meeting agenda and meetings are posted on Board Docs on our website at www.oacsd.org. We encourage anyone with questions or comments to utilize Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk. Your questions and comments will be seen and answered by the appropriate district personnel or board of education members.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Practice Makes Perfect: Justus Crow
A student teacher from Ithaca College, Justus Crow, plays one of the pieces he’s been working on. Find out more about how he applies learning notes and rhythms to getting the students at Owego to practice in this Practice Makes Perfect segment on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/2epqx0Q2fo8
Career Center Behind the Scenes: Sixth-Grade Students Learn About Careers
“I was able to find out what a career is, and a career is what you are going to do for the rest of your life.” Sixth graders share what they’ve learned at the Career Center when it comes to spotting the differences between a job and a career. Find out more here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/HdZZZKr9ur4
Four Questions: Sidney Senko
“It’s the people, I have lots of friends in the band.” Sidney Senko hopes to one day become a band teacher. Learn more about her and how she took an interest in music as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/bJFU4jwNcOs
Season Preview: Bowling Team
“It’s very heartwarming, bowling has been a passion of mine for a decade now. So being able to see all these young kids coming and joining it makes me feel really happy.” The Owego Boys and Girls Bowling teams are off to a great start. Learn more about the team and their season in this Preview on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/-ztE0SHYpPY
OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 20, 2025, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
With extremely cold temperatures in the forecast for Tuesday, January 21st, and Wednesday, January 22nd, the school district will implement bus transportation for interested walkers. The bus stop locations and times for walkers at OES, OAMS, and OFA can be found here: https://5il.co/142mm
After our first delay of the school year this past week, please remember that bus times and school times will all adjust to the length of the delay. OAMS and OFA students and families should take a moment to review the Delay Bell Schedule Information below. *Please note that on a two-hour delay, there is no SOAR period to start the day and students report directly to their first-period class.
OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule: https://5il.co/13zvy
Some Upcoming Events:
1/21-1/24 - Regents Testing at OFA: Read Letter
1/28 - AES 4th-Grade Winter Concert
1/29 - NO SCHOOL: Asian Lunar New Year
1/30 - OES 4th-Grade Winter Concert
Each school will share specific event information with students and families. Please contact your building with any questions. Or reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar can be found on our website here: https://5il.co/2locy.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF on our website here: https://5il.co/2wsb8.
A printed version of the year-long calendar is available for anyone who would like one. You can ask your child’s teacher or building to send one home with them or pick one up from the main office at each school building. Community members can pick up a printed calendar from the district office.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and district app. https://www.oacsd.org/events
Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! to ask questions about school district events.
The Owego Apalachin Central School District has several openings district-wide. Get more information here: https://5il.co/2baau. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OAisYOU #OACommunity #OAPride
Coach Profile: Luke McEvoy
“I like how he coaches us on the court and how he talks to us, and we’re able to learn more as a team and as individuals.” Luke McEvoy has been coaching just shy of 20 years, learn more about him and his journey by watching this Coach Profile on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/OIlupZ9q9LQ
OA ALERT: Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, Wednesday, January 15, 2025. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity
Four Questions: Lexi Herceg
“My favorite part is probably just competing and playing in the games. I love that fast level completion.” Lexi Herceg shares how she got her start in basketball, and what some of her goals are for the team as a senior. Watch Lexi answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/-ERdu_4XPR4
Practice Makes Perfect: Girls Varsity Basketball
“We’re focusing on two things, defense getting back and taking a layup down at that end, and I want offensive players focusing on trying to go in and finish with a little bit of defensive pressure.” Luke McEvoy the Head Coach for the Girl's Varsity Basketball team breaks down one of their practice drills, and what the team has been working on. Watch this segment of Practice Makes Perfect on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/ZopucQ-mYJU
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, January 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education room at the District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, 13827.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/live/RvkRV_hNzbA?feature=share.
Board meeting agenda and meetings are posted on Board Docs on our website at www.oacsd.org. We encourage anyone with questions or comments to utilize Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk. Your questions and comments will be seen and answered by the appropriate district personnel or board of education members.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Teacher Spotlight: Megan Burrell
“It’s the kids, they’re pretty awesome and they work really hard.” And they rise to the high expectations that I put for them.” OFA’s Vocal Music Teacher Megan Burrell has high praise for her students. Learn how she got her start in teaching in this Teacher Spotlight on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/4ASi2HaApVk