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

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
about 11 hours ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OA Bball Club Registration Flyer
Hometown Tailgate Flyer
Neon Night Flyer
CCC & B Hoco Flyer
TIO Basic Computer Flyer
Powell Performance Horses Flyer
Tioga County Paint Collection
Parent Classes Flyer
Ski Club Flyer
Renewal Ranch Flyer
Four Questions: Paige DeProspero

“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
about 17 hours ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
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A walk down memory lane with the legendary Bicentennial Class! Red and blue spirit was in full force as the Owego Free Academy Class of 1976 reunited for a tour of OFA—and who better to lead the way down memory lane than the one and only Mr. K!

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
about 19 hours ago, Owego Free Academy
Class of 1976 Tour
Class of 1976 Tour
Class of 1976 Tour
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education Room in the OA District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, NY 13827.

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
about 20 hours ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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The Owego Apalachin Central School District will hold Spirit Week and Homecoming festivities from Monday, October 5th, through Saturday, October 10th. There is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, October 9th, for a Superintendent’s Conference Day.

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!
1 day ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OFA Spirit Week Flyer
Owego Apalachin Athletics is accepting nominations for the Hall of Fame. The deadline for nominations is November 1, 2026.

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
5 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
River Hawks Athletics Logo Image

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

5 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
BTS XC Night Invite Video Image
The Owego Apalachin Central School District will hold Spirit Week and Homecoming festivities from Monday, October 5th, through Saturday, October 10th. There is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, October 9th, for a Superintendent’s Conference Day.

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
5 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OES Spirit Week 2026 Flyer
AES Spirit Week 2026 Flyer
OAMS Spirit Week 2026 Flyer
OFA Spirit Week 2026 Flyer
Hometown Tailgate
In the Classroom: 3D Art

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
6 days ago, Owego Free Academy
In The Classroom 3D Art Video Image

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

8 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
4 Questions Natalee Silvanice Video Image
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

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
8 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OA Bball Club Registration Flyer
CCE Open Farm Day Flyer
Hometown Tailgate Vendor Flyer
OA Hometown Tailgate Flyer
OA Neon Night Flyer
CCC & B HOCO Attire Flyer
Tioga County Paint Collection
CCE Parent Class Flyer
Half Day Ski Club lyer
Foodbank Flyer
Ready, Set, Learn! with Julianna Serfass

“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
11 days ago, Owego Free Academy
Serfass 4 Questions Video Image
The Owego Free Academy Cross Country program is hosting its 4th Night Invite on Friday, September 25, 2026. The event will feature 40 schools and 1,050 runners from modified to varsity.

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
11 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
OFA XC Night Invite Logo
Four Questions: Finleigh Higgins

“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
12 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
Finleigh Higgins FH Video
🍎 Reminder for OA Families! Join us this week for our Open House & Meet the Teacher Nights across the district. This is a great opportunity to explore classrooms, connect with teachers, and support a fantastic school year!

📅 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
14 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
AES Open House Info
OES Open House Info
OAMS Open House Info
Ready, Set, Learn! with Lilian Esposito

“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
15 days ago, Owego Free Academy
Lily Esposito Video Image
Huge congratulations to 2006 OFA graduate James Synowiez!

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
17 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
GMA Coach Award Image
Behind the Scenes: Field Hockey 2026

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
20 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
Field Hockey BTS Video Image
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

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
21 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OA Bball Club Registration
Salute To Service Tailgate
Tioga Opportunities Sepsis
Parent Class
Hometown Tailgate
Tioga Opportunities Basic Computer Classes
Tioga County Paint Collection
Tioga Opportunities SMART
Tioga Opportunities Volunteers Flier
Tioga Opportunities Flier
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education Room in the OA District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, NY 13827.

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
22 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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