Owego Apalachin Central School District Weather-Related Delay and Closing Information
Winter in the Southern Tier can be very challenging. We must decide whether to open or close our schools during severe weather. Please rest assured that this decision is made cautiously and with much thought. Our ultimate concern is the safety of our students, faculty, and staff.
In case of an unscheduled school delay, closing, or early dismissal, our goal is to notify the community efficiently and promptly. We know our decision to close schools in poor weather can be burdensome to families due to childcare and work schedules. We consider canceling school an exception and strongly emphasize keeping our schools open. Students benefit both academically and socially by being in school.
Please take a few minutes to review the school closing procedures: https://5il.co/1kpsd.
In the event of extremely cold temperatures when school is still in session, the district will implement ‘Extreme Cold Bus Stops’ for students who walk to school at OES, OAMS, and OFA. That information can be found here: https://5il.co/142mm.
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out through Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Winter in the Southern Tier can be very challenging. We must decide whether to open or close our schools during severe weather. Please rest assured that this decision is made cautiously and with much thought. Our ultimate concern is the safety of our students, faculty, and staff.
In case of an unscheduled school delay, closing, or early dismissal, our goal is to notify the community efficiently and promptly. We know our decision to close schools in poor weather can be burdensome to families due to childcare and work schedules. We consider canceling school an exception and strongly emphasize keeping our schools open. Students benefit both academically and socially by being in school.
Please take a few minutes to review the school closing procedures: https://5il.co/1kpsd.
In the event of extremely cold temperatures when school is still in session, the district will implement ‘Extreme Cold Bus Stops’ for students who walk to school at OES, OAMS, and OFA. That information can be found here: https://5il.co/142mm.
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out through Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Teacher Spotlight: Tonya Alexander
“The kids challenge you with their interesting ideas; every day is a different day, every period is a different period, every class is different, even when it's made of the same students. There is never a boring time; it’s always something new and exciting.” English teacher Tonya Alexander shares with us her passion for teaching and how she makes a lasting difference in the classroom. Learn more about Tonya in this week’s teacher spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/7qK7tG7jZr4
“The kids challenge you with their interesting ideas; every day is a different day, every period is a different period, every class is different, even when it's made of the same students. There is never a boring time; it’s always something new and exciting.” English teacher Tonya Alexander shares with us her passion for teaching and how she makes a lasting difference in the classroom. Learn more about Tonya in this week’s teacher spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/7qK7tG7jZr4
Four Questions: Fineas Duffy
“I watched a lot of professional games when I was younger with my dad, and that’s what got me into it.” Fineas Duffy shares how his love for soccer began. Learn more about Fineas as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/TYlqn7XehhQ
“I watched a lot of professional games when I was younger with my dad, and that’s what got me into it.” Fineas Duffy shares how his love for soccer began. Learn more about Fineas as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/TYlqn7XehhQ
This week, the Owego Apalachin Central School District is proud to join the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) in recognizing National School Psychology Week (NSPW)!
Our school psychologists play a vital, everyday role in helping our students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. From supporting student mental health and guiding learning strategies to partnering with families and staff to build safe, encouraging environments, their impact is felt throughout our entire district.
Please join us in giving a big shout-out and thank you to our dedicated OACSD school psychologists for everything they do to support our students and community!
#NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek #NSPW #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
Our school psychologists play a vital, everyday role in helping our students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. From supporting student mental health and guiding learning strategies to partnering with families and staff to build safe, encouraging environments, their impact is felt throughout our entire district.
Please join us in giving a big shout-out and thank you to our dedicated OACSD school psychologists for everything they do to support our students and community!
#NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek #NSPW #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 11th, Veterans Day.
Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar for 26-27 is on our website: https://aptg.co/D5Kk8-.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H. Printed calendars are available in the main office at each building for anyone who wants one.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and the district app: https://www.oacsd.org/events.
Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar for 26-27 is on our website: https://aptg.co/D5Kk8-.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H. Printed calendars are available in the main office at each building for anyone who wants one.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and the district app: https://www.oacsd.org/events.
Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
MUSIC REMINDER: The 8th-12th Grade Fall Choral Concert is tonight, Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:30 pm, in the OA Theatre at Owego Apalachin Middle School/Owego Free Academy. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/rNiv2ObgZFM.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Behind the Scenes: Girls Soccer Wins Section IV Championship
“We worked as a team, stayed together, and finished up until the last second.” Hear from the athletes on the girls' soccer team and how excited they were to have won the Section IV Championship. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/m6oUM9GvM_k
“We worked as a team, stayed together, and finished up until the last second.” Hear from the athletes on the girls' soccer team and how excited they were to have won the Section IV Championship. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/m6oUM9GvM_k
🏆 SECTION IV CLASS A CHAMPIONS! 🏆
Congratulations to the Owego Free Academy Volleyball team on capturing the Section IV Class A title! 🏐🔥
In a hard-fought battle, the team took down Maine-Endwell in four thrilling sets: 3-1 (25-18, 18-25, 25-23, 25-23).
Next up: NYSPHSAA Regional Final!
Opponent: Fulton (Section III)
Date: Saturday, 11/14
Location: Skaneateles High School
Let’s go, River Hawks!
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Congratulations to the Owego Free Academy Volleyball team on capturing the Section IV Class A title! 🏐🔥
In a hard-fought battle, the team took down Maine-Endwell in four thrilling sets: 3-1 (25-18, 18-25, 25-23, 25-23).
Next up: NYSPHSAA Regional Final!
Opponent: Fulton (Section III)
Date: Saturday, 11/14
Location: Skaneateles High School
Let’s go, River Hawks!
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Congratulations to Owego Free Academy 12th-grader Ava Murphy for winning the Section IV Class B 100 butterfly with a time of 1:01.52! 🎉👏
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Congratulations to Owego Free Academy 11th-grader Ayla Young for winning the Section IV Class B Diving Championship! 🎉👏
Ayla delivered an incredible performance on the board, earning 1st place with an impressive score of 508.30!
With this victory, she is officially headed to the NYS State Championship meet!
🗓 State Championship Details:
📅 Date: Friday, November 20
📍 Location: Webster Aquatic Center (Webster, NY)
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Ayla delivered an incredible performance on the board, earning 1st place with an impressive score of 508.30!
With this victory, she is officially headed to the NYS State Championship meet!
🗓 State Championship Details:
📅 Date: Friday, November 20
📍 Location: Webster Aquatic Center (Webster, NY)
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Behind the Scenes: Boys Soccer 2026
“I think our greatest strength is our drive; we always want to stay in game, and we always want to win.” Learn more about the boys' soccer team and how their dedication continues to push them to new heights. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/0Vwk-UD5y8c
“I think our greatest strength is our drive; we always want to stay in game, and we always want to win.” Learn more about the boys' soccer team and how their dedication continues to push them to new heights. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/0Vwk-UD5y8c
🏒🎶 Get ready for a unique game night experience with the Binghamton Black Bears!
Join us on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM to cheer on the Black Bears and catch a special pre-game performance! Local favorite Abraham Tanenhaus (aka Accordion Brahm) will be taking the ice to perform a memorable accordion rendition of the National Anthem!
Check out Abraham's music and bio here: 🔗 https://accordionbrahm.com/
🎟️ SPECIAL DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR OA FAMILIES: You can snag $12 discounted tickets reserved through Owego Apalachin Middle School SRO Fiacco! Reserve your seats by filling out this quick Google Form by November 18th: 🔗 https://forms.gle/i2DF2EgNsTS2nw5f6
Bring the family, support local talent, and pack the arena for a great night of hockey and music! 🐻🏒
For more details on the team and venue, visit: 🔗 https://www.binghamtonblackbears.com/
#BinghamtonBlackBears #AccordionBrahm #NationalAnthem #OwegoApalachin
Join us on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM to cheer on the Black Bears and catch a special pre-game performance! Local favorite Abraham Tanenhaus (aka Accordion Brahm) will be taking the ice to perform a memorable accordion rendition of the National Anthem!
Check out Abraham's music and bio here: 🔗 https://accordionbrahm.com/
🎟️ SPECIAL DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR OA FAMILIES: You can snag $12 discounted tickets reserved through Owego Apalachin Middle School SRO Fiacco! Reserve your seats by filling out this quick Google Form by November 18th: 🔗 https://forms.gle/i2DF2EgNsTS2nw5f6
Bring the family, support local talent, and pack the arena for a great night of hockey and music! 🐻🏒
For more details on the team and venue, visit: 🔗 https://www.binghamtonblackbears.com/
#BinghamtonBlackBears #AccordionBrahm #NationalAnthem #OwegoApalachin
Four Questions: Kaitlyn Poirier
“I love where I can show my own creativity and that I can express my emotions through it.” Kaitlyn Poirier tells us about some of her favorite art projects that she’s worked on, along with what she hopes to learn in art, as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/qPgfeq2G8lM
“I love where I can show my own creativity and that I can express my emotions through it.” Kaitlyn Poirier tells us about some of her favorite art projects that she’s worked on, along with what she hopes to learn in art, as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/qPgfeq2G8lM
Student Profile: Robert Curley
“So the critical thinking that we work on in English class is something Robby just clicks with automatically.” This week’s student spotlight features Robert Curley. Learn more about him and his passion for learning here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/IMSeglKwVQg
“So the critical thinking that we work on in English class is something Robby just clicks with automatically.” This week’s student spotlight features Robert Curley. Learn more about him and his passion for learning here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/IMSeglKwVQg
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
Zion Lutheran Church - Craft Fair: 11/7/26 - https://aptg.co/3fSRKb
Human Trafficking Awareness Conference: 11/14/26 - https://aptg.co/lSxzFR
Owego Elks Hoop Shoot 2026: 11/21/26 - https://aptg.co/HkYGkt
OA Toys For Tots Challenge: 11/23/26 - https://aptg.co/CZbSLg
Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 11/24/26 - https://aptg.co/KxLQdN
Coburn Free Library - November Events Schedule: 11/30/26 - https://aptg.co/qMt2LZ
Girl Scouts - Kindergarten Fall Program: 12/8/26 - https://aptg.co/T9sTLz
OA Youth Wrestling - Registration: 12/15/26 - https://aptg.co/hXNkSk
OA Half Day Ski Club - 4th-12th Grade Registration: 12/22/26 - https://aptg.co/-D_tbb
OA Full Day Ski Club - 6th-12th Grade Registration: 12/22/26 - https://aptg.co/hy_6BV
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://apthttps://aptg.co/NqclDhg.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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OA Basketball Club - Youth Program Registration - https://aptg.co/lm7VGT
Zion Lutheran Church - Craft Fair: 11/7/26 - https://aptg.co/3fSRKb
Human Trafficking Awareness Conference: 11/14/26 - https://aptg.co/lSxzFR
Owego Elks Hoop Shoot 2026: 11/21/26 - https://aptg.co/HkYGkt
OA Toys For Tots Challenge: 11/23/26 - https://aptg.co/CZbSLg
Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 11/24/26 - https://aptg.co/KxLQdN
Coburn Free Library - November Events Schedule: 11/30/26 - https://aptg.co/qMt2LZ
Girl Scouts - Kindergarten Fall Program: 12/8/26 - https://aptg.co/T9sTLz
OA Youth Wrestling - Registration: 12/15/26 - https://aptg.co/hXNkSk
OA Half Day Ski Club - 4th-12th Grade Registration: 12/22/26 - https://aptg.co/-D_tbb
OA Full Day Ski Club - 6th-12th Grade Registration: 12/22/26 - https://aptg.co/hy_6BV
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://apthttps://aptg.co/NqclDhg.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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Behind the Scenes: Girls Soccer 2026
The girls' soccer team has had a phenomenal season, winning their division, STACs, and a Class A Sectional Title. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the team and their driving force for success here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/5_lH7rVsvZc
The girls' soccer team has had a phenomenal season, winning their division, STACs, and a Class A Sectional Title. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the team and their driving force for success here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/5_lH7rVsvZc
Upcoming Postseason Event and Ticket Information
GIRLS CLASS B SWIMMING PRELIMS - NOVEMBER 4TH @ 5:00 PM
MAINE ENDWELL HS
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 3:30 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
GIRLS SOCCER CLASS A SUB-REGIONAL - NOVEMBER 4TH @ 7:30 PM
JOHNSON CITY HS
OWEGO (IV) VS. MAIN-ENDWELL (IV)
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 4:30 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $9.40
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
SECTION IV CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS - NOVEMBER 5TH
CHENANGO VALLEY STATE PARK
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 9:00 AM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $13.60
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
GIRLS DIVING ALL CLASSES CHAMPIONSHIPS - NOVEMBER 6TH @ 4:00 PM
ELMIRA HS (ERINE DAVIS POOL)
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 2:00 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
FOOTBALL CLASS B SEMI-FINAL - NOVEMBER 6TH @ 6:00 PM
JOHNSON CITY HS
OWEGO VS. JOHNSON CITY
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 5:00 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
VOLLEYBALL CLASS A SECTIONAL FINAL - NOVEMBER 8TH @ 1:30 PM
TIOGA HS
OWEGO VS. MAINE-ENDWELL
Tickets Will Be Available On Thursday, November 5th
Section 4 Athletics uses GO Fan digital ticketing for spectators to purchase tickets for postseason events. (Children 10 and under are FREE.)
You can see all Section 4 events and buy tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAIV.
Please contact the athletic office with any questions via Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
GIRLS CLASS B SWIMMING PRELIMS - NOVEMBER 4TH @ 5:00 PM
MAINE ENDWELL HS
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 3:30 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
GIRLS SOCCER CLASS A SUB-REGIONAL - NOVEMBER 4TH @ 7:30 PM
JOHNSON CITY HS
OWEGO (IV) VS. MAIN-ENDWELL (IV)
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 4:30 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $9.40
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
SECTION IV CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS - NOVEMBER 5TH
CHENANGO VALLEY STATE PARK
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 9:00 AM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $13.60
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
GIRLS DIVING ALL CLASSES CHAMPIONSHIPS - NOVEMBER 6TH @ 4:00 PM
ELMIRA HS (ERINE DAVIS POOL)
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 2:00 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
FOOTBALL CLASS B SEMI-FINAL - NOVEMBER 6TH @ 6:00 PM
JOHNSON CITY HS
OWEGO VS. JOHNSON CITY
TICKET GATE OPENS @ 5:00 PM
GoFan Digital Tickets only - $7.30
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
Children 10 and under are free with a parent
Section IV Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes accepted
VOLLEYBALL CLASS A SECTIONAL FINAL - NOVEMBER 8TH @ 1:30 PM
TIOGA HS
OWEGO VS. MAINE-ENDWELL
Tickets Will Be Available On Thursday, November 5th
Section 4 Athletics uses GO Fan digital ticketing for spectators to purchase tickets for postseason events. (Children 10 and under are FREE.)
You can see all Section 4 events and buy tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAIV.
Please contact the athletic office with any questions via Onflo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Coach Spotlight: Erica Haray
“Connecting with the kids and sharing a sport that I love. That’s my favorite part.” Girls Varsity Tennis Coach Erica Haray tells us how she got started in coaching. She shares with us some of her favorite memories over the years in this week’s coach spotlight on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/NpMDp2QMlJc
“Connecting with the kids and sharing a sport that I love. That’s my favorite part.” Girls Varsity Tennis Coach Erica Haray tells us how she got started in coaching. She shares with us some of her favorite memories over the years in this week’s coach spotlight on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/NpMDp2QMlJc
Teacher Profile: Shelly Bullock
“My favorite part of teaching is the students, getting to know them and seeing them achieve, whether that’s academics or athletics, just getting to know them.” Social studies teacher Shelly Bullock has been with OFA for 22 years; learn how and why she took an interest in education in this week’s teacher profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/Hy9SE3bJTco
“My favorite part of teaching is the students, getting to know them and seeing them achieve, whether that’s academics or athletics, just getting to know them.” Social studies teacher Shelly Bullock has been with OFA for 22 years; learn how and why she took an interest in education in this week’s teacher profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/Hy9SE3bJTco
MUSIC REMINDER: The 8th-12th Grade Fall Jazz Concert is tonight, Monday, November 2nd, at 7:30 pm, in the OA Theatre at Owego Apalachin Middle School/Owego Free Academy. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/k36Ynii9-fE.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition