
Four Questions: Grayden Stanton
“The fact that we get to take care of animals and we have a whole farm at our school.” Grayden Stanton hopes to one day be a farmer. The information that he’s learning in his Animal Science classes has helped him along in that goal, learn more about Grayden as he answers four questions on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/3Jk7L8zMDnY

Four Questions: Lexi Gunther
“Honestly today, getting to see the outcome of it, I’ve been planning it for a few months now.” Lexi Gunther answers four questions about herself and working at the OA Career Center. Learn more about her and some events she’s helped organize on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/py3Z_yQkuIY

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OES In the Classroom: Vocal General Music
“We’ve been working on keeping a steady beat to music,” Mrs. Merges has her first-grade class shaking eggs and dancing. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what the kids are up to in the In the Classroom segment on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/paM8n803dd4

Blythe Miller: Four Questions
“I love working with my hands, and they brought the Winners Circle Project in and it felt the future ahead of me is going to be important.” Blythe Miller feels he’s found his place among his classmates as a part of the Winners Circle Project. Watch Blythe answer four questions about himself and his interest in cars here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/DE8J6D7OgzY

Behind the Scenes: OFA Chamber Singers Perform at WEBO Morning Show
Watch the OFA Chamber Singers in this behind-the-scenes performance of Jolene on the WEBO Morning Show, here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/XYcnBXyTg8I

Coach Profile: Patton Taylor
“It’s awesome when you have a group of kids who are so bought in and ready to work together towards a common goal.” Coach Taylor shares how he got his start coaching at Owego and how much he’s been enjoying it. Learn more about Patton Taylor in this coach profile on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/MZeOsCvA5xg

Teacher Spotlight: Derek Hill
“Our goal is to also grow this program, we’re in the process of building a barn.” Derek Hill, the Animal Sciences teacher, shares his goals and passion for teaching. Learn more about him in this teacher spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/XlUjyZIg4Wc

The Tioga Smiles Dental Van will be stopping in the OA District on the following dates:
AES: 1/3/25-1/23/25
OES: 1/24/25-2/13/25
OAMS/OFA: 2/14/25-2/27/25
Use the link to register:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/TiogaCountyPublicHealth/TiogaSmilesPatientEnrollment #OARiverHawks


OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL from Monday, December 23, 2024, through Friday, January 3, 2025, for Winter Break. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition

Teachers luncheon bringing in a lot of cheer today! Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from the Career Center!



Four Questions: Graham Strolin
“I want to hopefully do theater in college, but here now I want to keep working on my range and try to put myself out there as much as I can.” Theater has always been a part of Graham Strolin’s life, and it’s something he’d like to continue after high school. Learn more about Graham and his goals in this segment of four questions on Showcase Arts TV.
https://youtu.be/mXMi5I-RxQQ

Thank you to Kelly Buchsbaum for coming in for our Lunch & Learn yesterday. We appreciate all your knowledge advice for the physical therapy field!


Athlete Tip: Elijah Lewis
“Take your three-step drop, nice and easy, and deliver a throw right there.” Quarterback Elijah Lewis breaks down how to throw the perfect spiral. Watch his athlete tip here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/bQbzNFDq_y0

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OFA seniors in public speaking have started the interviewing unit including practicing greetings, handshakes and receiving constructive feedback. Thank you to Mr. Evans for collaborating to help our students!




This week we were happy to host an alumni panel for our seniors at OFA. Graduates returned to share their experiences in college so far, and answer frequently asked questions about workload, choosing the right school and must haves for dorm-life.




Thank you to Julie & Ike for sharing your knowledge with us! We are excited to begin our many career shadowing experiences.





We had the opportunity to celebrate the birthday of Career Center superstar Bobby Struble recently! Thank you for all that you do!


Huge thank you to Broome Community College and Tara Clancy for an extremely successful Instant Admit Event! Many students were able to get on-site admission, learn about possible career paths and extra curricular activities such as sports and clubs.


