OA Basketball Club - Youth Program Registration - https://aptg.co/lm7VGT
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
Powell Performance Horses - Trick or Treat: 10/24/26 - https://aptg.co/5XrlLJ
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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition










“I just want to be there for my teammates like they are there for me.” Paige DeProspero talks about her passion for running and being a good teammate. Learn more about Paige as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/1zheLLxM4cI

From reliving favorite high school moments to seeing how much the school has evolved, the tour was full of laughter, nostalgia, and true OFA Pride.
#OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition



The meeting will be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/3TKhJOip0tA.
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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA

Each building will celebrate Spirit Week with themed days.
OFA Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/RmdfHL
The week is packed with home sporting events leading up to the Homecoming Parade, Hometown Tailgate, and OFA Football game on Saturday, October 10th. The parade begins at 11:00 am, and the Hometown Tailgate Event will take place from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm outside of Owego Free Academy. Get more information here: https://aptg.co/K47Q18.
Go, River Hawks!

Nominees must exemplify the high standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character.
The categories of Athlete (OFA Graduate), Coach, and Contributor are included on the nomination form for expediency in understanding the primary areas in which an individual is to be considered for his or her achievements in interscholastic athletics.
General Criteria for nomination can be found here: https://aptg.co/687llX
Click here to nominate someone for the Athletics Hall of Fame: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZ7o_u1mMIJj3XNI2ZAz8qfA4rPW8N9cU6h8rSHCyTVoIwPA/viewform
Contact Mr. Hallenbeck in the Athletic Office with any questions at (607) 687-7301 ext. 7061.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradtion

Behind the Scenes: Cross Country and Owego Night Invite
“Everyone is excited to run, excited about the sport, a lot less worried about times, more worried about having fun, running with your team and doing well.” The fourth annual Owego Night Invite for cross country runners drew 40 schools and more than 1,000 student runners. Hear from the OFA cross country team on why the event is so much fun and how their season has been going so far. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/i4Xo_SdEU5g

Each building will celebrate Spirit Week with themed days.
OES Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/xBK1BP
AES Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/6nsfqH
OAMS Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/dHLys5
OFA Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/RmdfHL
The week is packed with home sporting events leading up to the Homecoming Parade, Hometown Tailgate, and OFA Football game on Saturday, October 10th.
The parade begins at 11:00 am, and each building—OES, AES, OAMS, and OFA—will be represented in the parade along with our school teams, youth teams, homecoming court, and more. The parade route will start at the Village of Owego Police Department on Temple Street and proceed along North Avenue before turning onto George Street, then to Sheldon Guile Boulevard, and end in front of OAMS/OFA.
The Homecoming Hometown Tailgate Event will take place from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm outside of Owego Free Academy. Get more information here: https://aptg.co/K47Q18.
The Homecoming Football game will start at 1:00 pm, with the crowning of the Homecoming Queen at halftime.
HAWKEYE Graphics is selling Homecoming Apparel - https://aptg.co/jnnFjy; pre-order items online at: https://hawkeyegraphics.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200550545, or order in person during the Hometown Tailgate.
View the complete schedule of home sporting events on Aktivate, formerly Schedule Galaxy, here: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/158.
Contact the athletic office with any questions using Onlfo (formerly Let’s Talk!): https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk.
Go RIVER HAWKS!
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition





High school Art Teacher Jolene Williams takes us through the classroom, giving us a tour of what the students have been working on. See what spooky projects the kids have been working on here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/_YqgUk29gNY

Four Questions: Natalee Silvanic
“Improving as a person and getting better as a player and getting more goals.” Natalee Silvanic tells us some of her goals for this year's field hockey season. Learn more about Natalee and how she got her start in field hockey as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/N5_WckeQ7Q4

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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition










“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

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

“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

📅 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



“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

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

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
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA

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










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.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA

