In the Classroom: Bucket Drumming
“Take a small section of music, maybe two or four bars, teach it, play it, repeat it enough to have it up here and here.” Special guest, private teacher and educator Chris Adams breaks down how to play the drums on buckets. Learn more from her in this In the Classroom segment on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/ddO1Zr5kZW8
The Owego Apalachin Central School District has openings in food service. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff.
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A huge thank you to Clean Energy, NY (NeST) for educating our students on sustainable technology. It was a great experience learning about careers in clean energy as well as your successful community based program for social, environmental and economic justice!
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Thank you to our friends at Endless Mountain. Our students interested in the veterinary field had a great time learning from those specialized in animal care!
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Coach Spotlight: Roger Katchuk
“I like to see improvement. I like working with beginners to develop progression.” Diving and springboard coach Roger Katchuk dove in college and then coached at the college level. Learn more about how Roger Katchuk found himself coaching in Owego in this Coach Spotlight on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/76aNnbe40rY
Teacher Profile: Rick Creeley
“Watching the kids light up when they get a concept. Doing something that they’re uncomfortable at first, but then become comfortable with it.” Rick Creeley has been in the trades for 35 years. Learn how he became a teacher, and is passing along his lessons to his students in this Teacher Profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/P0gpLIxbPpg
Garbage Can Percussion: Percussion Demonstration
“I would call this an alternative percussion piece, playing on buckets and garbage cans; everything but the kitchen sink.” Get a first-hand look at the high school percussion group getting ready for their Dessert Concert on Monday. Listen to one of their pieces played on garbage cans here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/yageoJB0Q0A
Four Questions: Evan O'Hara
“I started when I was about five years old. My uncle is a professional bowler that owns a bowling alley in Binghamton.” Learn more about how Evan O’Hara got his start and what some of his bowling goals are as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/ySQcnNzQXv4
Student Profile: Lilliana Cates
“I just want to keep being able to do it, take as many art classes in school and in college, and just continue to further my expression.” Lilliana Cates shows off her skateboard design as a part of the Do Rad Things art program. Learn more about Lilliana and her artistic process in this Student Profile on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/EcZYPvb3Oj4
Owego Apalachin School District Communication Survey
At the Owego Apalachin Central School District, we believe that strong, effective communication is essential to building trust, fostering collaboration, and supporting student success. We are committed to using best practices to ensure our families, staff, students, and community members are informed, engaged, and heard.
To help us improve and grow, we are seeking input from our stakeholders on how we currently communicate and how we can do better. Your feedback will help guide our communication strategies and ensure we continue to meet the needs of our school community.
Thank you for taking a few moments to share your thoughts with us!
Participate through April 22nd here: https://tejoin.com/scroll/616763080
Season Preview: Softball Preview
“I like being a part of a team and helping others learn, and just leading, and making friends and playing the game with everybody.” Students on the softball team are excited to have their season underway. Learn more about how they think things are shaping up this year in this Season Preview on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/PESWqqxnN2g
Four Questions: Logan Andrews
“I get to pick my own projects and I get to choose how I do them.” Logan Andrews speaks on some of his favorite art projects throughout his time at OFA. Learn more about Logan as he answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/QKMlyO_UKzI
The Owego Apalachin Central School District has several transportation openings. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
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Four Questions: Aubrey Ellis
“I would say the fact that I can do hands-on learning and I’m actually learning it.” Aubrey Ellis speaks on some of her favorite memories in her Building Trades Class. Learn more about Aubrey and what she’s been learning as she answers four questions on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/WyAqDfiLQ3s
A huge thank you to Delta Engineers, Architects, Land Surveyors, & Landscape Architects for hosting us for a career shadow today. We appreciate everyone taking the time to share their expertise and knowledge with us!
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We are “hopping” towards spring break at the career center! Here’s what we have going on next week and beyond. Stop by the career center if you have any questions.
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Thank you to our business partners at Coughlin & Gerhart and the Tioga County District Attorney’s Office for creating a wonderful and educational experience for our students at OFA interested in the field of law. We appreciate your time and partnership!
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Thank you to Candor CSD for hosting a career panel event. Our participating students had a great time learning from the fields of advanced manufacturing, education, and building trades!
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The IT Department held a hiring event for interested candidates here at the career center. IT staff were here to field students' questions and give advice moving further in the employment process. Best wishes to all of our future student workers!
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Special Guest Spotlight: Mark Rivard
“I caught the education bug, I got excited about meeting kids and hearing their stories. I started writing a curriculum of my own.” Artist and Skateboard Company Owner Mark Rivard spent a week-long residency helping students with their art. Learn more about Mark and what he worked on with the students in this Special Guest Spotlight on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/pufTuV1La8s