“Over there they’re trying to hang the door hinges and get the door swinging. We’re going to get a couple other guys installing the strikers over there.” Students at OFA are building a race car from the ground up as a part of the Owego Winners Circle Project. Get a first-hand look here at how everyone is playing their part on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/XlcGwuIVYMY
“We’re just here working through the snare drum part, know where all of the accents are.” Haidyn Truesdail works through an energetic snare drum piece during practice with his band director Lindsey Williams. Watch his solo here on Showcase Arts TV.
https://youtu.be/NmrEJC_hIbQ
“You get to come out here with this beautiful weather and go outside every day and golf.” Mason Grippen is excited that he gets to be out on the course each day. Watch here and learn more about his love for the game on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/MAYwvtFEbnU
“I teach them to think like an artist, so instead of them drawing an eye they’re drawing a curve that meets a point.” Students are thinking outside the box when it comes to their Drawing and Painting class. Watch here at Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/cV-89i6xHRo
“We’re basically doing a transition drill where you have possession and you need to get a certain amount of passes.” Follow along in practice with Jaxson Belokur as he breaks down an essential drill. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/ZrOQMzZySg8
“I know our coaches and others put a lot of really hard work into it, and I think it turned out great.” Owego Free Academy hosted its first-ever Night Invite with more than 30 schools attending. Watch here to see what the runners loved most about the unique experience on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/HWh_AkwbYbg
“Just the feeling that I can make any of the things I want to exist, exist.” Nora Schuyler shares why she enjoys art and art education. Watch Nora answer four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/Is8aCTJcSGQ
OFA Families,
We look forward to seeing everyone at Open House on Thursday, September 26th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Tour the school, meet with teachers, grab food from “The Food Truck”, visit clubs and organizations, and more!
The Food Truck’s Menu: https://5il.co/2x75a
The Food Truck’s Walking Taco: https://5il.co/2x75b
The Food Truck’s Garbage Plate: https://5il.co/2x75c
CASA Trinity is doing training in Room 135 helping adults identify signs of drug use and mental or emotional distress in young people. There will be 2 sessions available for those interested.
Students are collecting Hygiene products for those who may need them. They are looking for deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and feminine hygiene products. A box for donations is set up in the OAMS lobby.
The Career Center will have some Key Business Recruiting Partners for students and families to talk with.
Click here for the PDF: https://5il.co/2xd0c
Please get in touch with OFA directly with any questions - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
“The team aspect and being able to work together. I really like the strategy side of it.” Daniel Kennedy reflects on what he loves the most about soccer and how he got involved. Daniel answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/vwYYLWbR4eo
“You have to make a good impression with a handshake, by making eye contact that really tells the interviewer who you are.” 9th-grade students are introduced to their school’s Career Center. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/AcbiVl91kGA
“I love the fact that they love to play.” Owego’s Golf Team is setting up the stage for a successful season. Watch how they are practicing on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/bBKhbfTx8U4
“But draw that drawing that you’ve done a hundred times since you were a kid.” High School Art Teacher Kate Wilsey breaks down some of the psychology that goes into doing a sketch. Learn more here on Showcase Arts TV.
https://youtu.be/VAIaRs1kTyg
“That’s the point of preseason, is to make this almost as difficult as possible so that the games aren’t so bad.” The season kicks off for the Boys Varsity Soccer team, which has three consecutive sectional wins. See how this championship team practices in their season preview. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV.
https://youtu.be/84YONOuvAE4
“They’re getting information from you, about yourself so then you can turn around and get information.” Coordinator of the Career Center Thomas Westcott breaks interest inventories for the freshman class. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV.
https://youtu.be/fPfLrCKnqqU
Dear Owego Apalachin School Community,
I hope this letter finds you well as we settle into the new school year. I'm writing to inform you about an important safety measure we'll be implementing.
From Monday, September 16th through Friday, September 20th, we will be conducting our required fire drills. To minimize disruption to the school day, we've decided to complete all of our mandatory evacuation drills within this single week.
We understand that some students may feel anxious about these drills. Our staff is prepared to provide support and guidance throughout the process. Please be assured that these drills will be conducted in a safe, orderly manner, with the well-being of our students and staff as our top priority.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to ensure the safety of our school community. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact the school main office.
OA REMINDER: There is a regular Board of Education meeting tonight, Monday, September 16, 2024, at 6:00 pm in the Board of Education room at the District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, 13827.
The meeting will also stream for viewing only on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtube.com/live/XQxgQWG0cXk?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.
The Owego Free Academy Cross Country program is hosting the first ever Owego Night Invite, on Friday, September 13, 2024. The event will feature 33 schools and over 900 runners from modified to varsity.
The night invite will start with a FREE Kids 1k Race at 5:50 pm (No Pre-Registration Required).
The school races are as follows:
6:00 pm - Modified Boys: Large School
6:20 pm - Modified Boys: Small School
6:40 pm - Modified Girls: Large School
7:00 pm - Modified Girls: Small School
7:30 pm - JV Boys
8:15 pm - Varsity Girls
9:00 pm - Varsity Boys
The Owego Night Invite is a one-of-a-kind event as runners race in the dark on the main campus at Owego Free Academy, featuring music, lights, and more!
The starting line for all races is located behind Owego Apalachin Middle School and all races will finish at the 50-yard line inside Christy J. Valvo stadium.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Due to Homecoming weekend being October 4-5, 2024, OFA Picture Days have been moved to October 25 and 28, 2024. Photos will still be taken during physical education classes. Retakes have been moved to November 21, 2024. Get more information here: https://5il.co/2vzq5 #OFARiverHawks
Owego Apalachin Families,
With school starting on Thursday, September 5th, teachers, advisors, and coaches use Rooms on the OACSD app to share important information with students and families.
Many teachers have already started sharing messages and announcements for their classes.
Make sure the district app is up-to-date on your mobile device - https://5il.co/1gv6j.
If you haven’t activated your parent/guardian Rooms account on the app, please do so now. Follow the steps here - https://5il.co/24lsq.
Students can also activate their Rooms account on their school iPad or mobile device by signing in with their school Google information. Follow the steps here - https://5il.co/2vel6.
If you don’t have the app on your mobile device you can download it for free on Google Play or the Apple App Store.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3mtkLGf
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3bwIXRz
If you have trouble activating your Rooms account, contact us through Let’s Talk! and select Rooms (OA App) as your topic here - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
Class of 2025 Post Prom Golf Tournament: 10/13/24 - https://5il.co/2twgq
Join Scouts - Troop 38, Troop 638, and Cub Scout Pack 37 - https://5il.co/2v9y2
Owego Nazarene After School Program - https://5il.co/2u96a
Apalachin Library - Stand With Me - https://5il.co/2v1yv
Family Resource Center - Strengthening Families Program: 9/11-10/30 - https://5il.co/2uy2q
Family Enrichment Network Head Start Registration - https://5il.co/2kghn
Find more Community Fliers 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