
Broome-Tioga BOCES is conducting a public vote seeking approval to update building infrastructure and construct additional space for student programs and operations. The vote is today, Wednesday, November 29th from 12p-8p. View the presentation from the Board Meeting here: https://5il.co/29rxp. For more information, please visit: https://www.btboces.org/BOCESCapitalProject2023.aspx


Now, Mrs. Melby's class is learning about the epidermis layer of our skin. In this Behind The Scenes video, hear what defines this system on Showcase Classroom:
https://youtu.be/gDJGDFRcOMQ

April Czekela was so excited when she was finally able to join the Color Guard. She tells us what it is that she loves about the group and more. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/p02ka83_Xx8

Due to the first snowfall of the school year, those using school transportation should be patient and expect delays in pickup times this morning, Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
Bus times can be monitored using the TraversaRide360 App.
Thank you to our road crews and bus drivers for ensuring a safe ride to and from school.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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In Mrs. Melby's science classroom, we continue our lessons on the largest organ: the skin. This Behind The Scenes video is about the Papillary system on Showcase Classroom: https://youtu.be/zSk59XEbQnI

From singing and performing in her bedroom to the high school auditorium stage, Alanna Niles describes what she finds so fascinating about performing. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/RUGAKrkLGMc

OA REMINDER: There is a Board of Education Regular Meeting tonight, Monday, November 27, 2023, at 6:00 pm, in the BOE room at the District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtube.com/live/-3ybhDsJY2A?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.

There is NO School for Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, November 22nd through Friday, November 24th. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! We will see everyone back in school on Monday, November 27th.
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Amelia Sitar loves being on stage and having the opportunity to do something she is passionate about and talented at. It's also rewarding because she gets to meet and spend time with new people. In this segment of 4 Questions learn about Amelia's acting career on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/knrOgbUY94w

OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
OA Transportation - Toys For Tots Collection: 11/27/23 - https://5il.co/28bkx
Kathy Hansen School Of Dance - https://5il.co/28lnv
Child Evangelism Fellowship Christmas Party: 12/2/23 - https://5il.co/29byg
OA Lacrosse Club K-6th Clinic: 12/9/23 - https://5il.co/2915t
OA Winter Dive Clinic - https://5il.co/28lfq
More Community Fliers can be found here: https://www.oacsd.org/documents/community-flyers/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
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We are back in Barb Melby's science class as we learn more about the Integumentary System. Watch this Behind The Scenes video only on Showcase Classroom:
https://youtu.be/oxIRY15HPR4

OA REMINDER: The OAMS and OFA Fall Band Concert is tonight, Monday, November 20th, at 7:30 pm in the OA Theater. Come in person or watch the live stream on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtube.com/live/RbtHB6qEfs4?feature=share #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition


In this Behind The Scenes video, watch Sophia Lee accept the 1st place Section IV Class B medal for 100 backstroke on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/dQg1_dpF5AA

We spoke with Wyatt Arnold right after he finished his audition for Shrek. He tells us about his love for performing on stage and in bands. He answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/_Nfm9qoXi6I

The varsity girl's soccer team celebrates with their Section IV Class B Championship plaque. Watch the Behind The Scenes video on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/5nRl3JWB6wM

Lilly Esposito tells us how she first got involved in color guard, what she loves about it, and more. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV:
https://youtu.be/ANmT23CF7VE

The OA Career Center held a Career Shadow Event this morning in the OFA collaboration space. The event featured area businesses willing to speak with OFA students about career opportunities and provide tours, internships, and job shadowing experiences in the future. #OACommunity








The River Hawks girls swim team had an excellent showing at Sectionals, winning several medals, including Sophia Lee winning 1st place in 100 Backstroke. Learn what this means to Sophia and the future of the program. Watch the Sectional Review on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/VKzgGHYSiUw

Math teacher Erin Greene discusses her love for education and mathematics, what makes her job rewarding, and what she hopes her students take away from her. Watch her episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Classroom: https://youtu.be/gObzWKxkQWM

As we return to school after Veterans Day weekend, take a moment to check out the NYSUT story of our food service head cook, Darin Phillips. #OAisYOU https://www.nysut.org/news/2023/november/veterans-day #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition