Owego Apalachin Central School District

Behind the Scenes: Varsity Football

“It’s a great atmosphere coming to practice every day, everyone is excited.” Hear from the Varsity Football team on what they believe their best strengths are, and what makes them such a good team. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/gwTatTcjQuI

OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OA Basketball Club - Youth Registration 2025 - https://aptg.co/0xpbRc

OFA Art Club - Black Light Painting Event: 10/16/25 - https://aptg.co/7zk_2R

OFA XC Runs The Game Ball: 10/17/25 - https://aptg.co/gb5mkR

OA Hometown Tailgate: 10/18/25 - https://aptg.co/tqdbgy

Apalachin Library - Fall Festival: 10/18/25 - https://aptg.co/hQ3V0M

Tioga Opportunities - Pink Project Day: 10/27/25 - https://aptg.co/2-F5BB

Soccer Shots Registration: 11/1/25 - https://aptg.co/0YcXhj

AES Parent Group - Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser: 11/4/25 - https://aptg.co/lgZKMy

Connected Journeys Counseling - Helping Kids Cope: 11/6/25 - https://aptg.co/qX_922

SUNY Broome - Fall Into Healthcare: 11/12/25 - https://aptg.co/fbMCBl

Cornell Cooperative Extension - DNDW Parent Classes: 11/25 - https://aptg.co/bHDRk9

Owego Youth Wrestling Registration - https://aptg.co/0zgNHh

Tioga Artistic Dance Academy - Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/JQcg4h

Tots Music Classes Owego - https://aptg.co/Qz2f9G

Cub Scout Pack 37 - 2025-2026 Events - https://aptg.co/nTd_FR

Animal Care Sanctuary - Shelter Buddies Reading Program - https://aptg.co/rcYXXX

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

What an incredible couple of days we had welcoming back members from the Owego Free Academy Classes of 1975 and 1976. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces reconnecting and reminiscing about their time at OFA, and to witness their reactions to how much has (and hasn't!) changed.

The stories and memories shared during the tours of the building truly highlighted the lasting spirit of our alumni community. We loved hearing about your favorite teachers, memorable moments, and seeing the pride you still have for OFA.

#OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition

Athlete Tip with Makayla Wilbur

“So first I’m going to step up and dribble, but before I get too close, I’m going to pull to the right and block her off and go to goal.” Makayla Wilbur shows us how to dodge defenders in this week’s athlete tip. Watch here to learn more on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/rrLXXH-R9-s

A huge shoutout and CONGRATULATIONS to Joel Farwell! 🏆 He took 1st place in the US National Jr Speedway Championships this past weekend! What an incredible achievement!

Check out the event details and full results here: https://www.eastcoastspeedway.com/weekly-results/

#OACommunity #OAPride

It's School Board Recognition Week, October 13-17! 👏

The incredible dedication of our Board of Education members powers the Owego Apalachin Central School District. These committed volunteers devote countless hours to ensuring our schools are the foundation of a strong community, focusing on:
Developing shared vision and goals.
Aligning resources and programs for student success.
Ensuring accountability for student achievement.
Supporting a healthy school culture.

Superintendent Dr. Corey Green notes, "It takes strong schools to build a strong community, and these men and women devote countless hours to making sure our schools are helping every child learn at a higher level."

Thank you to our entire Board for their year-round commitment to the Owego Apalachin community and our students!
Joseph Palladino, President
Michael Aubel, Vice President
John Crawford
Linda Gretz
Theresa Heimbuecher
Nora Schumacher
Jessica Silvanic

#SchoolBoardRecognitionWeek #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity

Spirit Week and Homecoming festivities run from Tuesday, October 14th, through Saturday, October 18th.

Each building will celebrate Spirit Week with themed days.

OES Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/TTnszS
AES Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/9FB7FB
OAMS Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/p50sTK
OFA Spirit Week Themes: https://aptg.co/CdsCZl

The week is packed with home sporting events leading up to the Homecoming Parade, Hometown Tailgate, and OFA Football game on Saturday, October 18th. Check out this video for more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BX8rFj4lhi0.

Don’t miss the OFA XC team running the game ball from Waverly HS to OFA on Friday, October 17th. They will leave Waverly around 10:15 am and should be running through the Village of Owego between 12:30 and 1:30 pm. Get more info here: https://aptg.co/gb5mkR.

The parade on Saturday, October 18th, 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 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/tqdbgy.

The Homecoming Football game will start at 1:00 pm with the crowning of the Homecoming Queen at halftime.

View the complete schedule of home sporting events on Aktivate, formerly Schedule Galaxy: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/158.

Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar can be found on our website here: https://5il.co/38q0c.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF on our website here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H.

A printed version of the year-long calendar will soon be made available to anyone who would like one. We had delays in production this year, but expect to have them available soon to distribute.

Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and the district app: https://www.oacsd.org/events.

Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.

Go RIVER HAWKS!

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition

Practice Makes Perfect: Field Hockey

“They’re working on their movement down the field, making sure they aren’t running down the field in a straight line. They usually move down the field in a diamond or a triangle shape so they have options for passing.” The field hockey team works on their 3v2 during practice today. Learn more about what the drill entails here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/irEPMsZCDlw

Behind the Scenes: Guest Speaker Eli Mack

“He’s one of my favorite YouTubers. He came to our school and did a presentation on what dedication it takes on YouTube.” Find out what students were able to learn from Content Creator/YouTuber Eli Mack here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/3akdHOY7Ujo

OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OA Basketball Club - Youth Registration 2025 - https://aptg.co/0xpbRc

Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 10/4/25 - https://aptg.co/mJK-X5

Silent Disco At ODB: 10/11/25 - https://aptg.co/GNscxt

OFA Art Club - Black Light Painting Event: 10/16/25 - https://aptg.co/7zk_2R

OFA XC Runs The Game Ball: 10/17/25 - https://aptg.co/gb5mkR

OA Hometown Tailgate: 10/18/25 - https://aptg.co/tqdbgy

Apalachin Library - Fall Festival: 10/18/25 - https://aptg.co/hQ3V0M

Connected Journeys Counseling - Helping Kids Cope: 11/6/25 - https://aptg.co/qX_922

Cornell Cooperative Extension - DNDW Parent Classes: 11/25 - https://aptg.co/bHDRk9

Owego Youth Wrestling Registration - https://aptg.co/0zgNHh

Tioga Artistic Dance Academy - Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/JQcg4h

Tots Music Classes Owego - https://aptg.co/Qz2f9G

Cub Scout Pack 37 - 2025-2026 Events - https://aptg.co/nTd_FR

Animal Care Sanctuary - Shelter Buddies Reading Program - https://aptg.co/rcYXXX

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

Fall is busy. SNAP can help keep your kitchen stocked with healthy food for your family. Applying is simple and confidential, and support is available locally.
Contacts for help:
• Broome County – Family Enrichment Network 607-723-8313 ext. 827
• Tioga County – Catholic Charities 607-414-1023 ext. 305

Behind the Scenes: Pre-K Music Class

“We’re really working on motor skills and being in our own spaces. So we do a lot of songs that have to do with being in our own space.” See what Pre-K students are learning in their music classes here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/em69xJdwrHc

OA REMINDER: NO SCHOOL - Friday, October 10th, and Monday, October 13th

Friday, October 10th: Superintendent's Conference Day (No School)
There is No School for OACSD students in PK-12th grade on Friday, October 10th, due to a Superintendent's Conference Day.

Important Reminder for BOCES Students
Students attending BOCES programs (East and West Learning Centers, the BOCES Main Campus, and some school-based BOCES programs) will be in session as usual on October 10, 2025. Transportation will follow the normal schedule. Please ensure that your child is present for school on this day.

The Owego-based BTBOCES CTE Program is closed on Friday, October 10th, as they follow the OACSD school year calendar.

BTBOCES Programs located at Windsor CSD and Susquehanna Valley CSD are also closed on Friday, October 10th, as those districts are holding a Superintendent’s Conference Day.

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s program or transportation directly.

Monday, October 13th: Holiday (No School)
There is No School for OACSD students in PK-12th grade on Monday, October 13th, in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day.

Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar can be found on our website here: https://5il.co/38q0c.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF on our website here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H.

A printed version of the year-long calendar will soon be made available to anyone who would like one. We had delays in production this year, but expect to have them soon to distribute.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and the district app: https://www.oacsd.org/events.

Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

Four Questions: Eva Crawford

Learn more about Eva Crawford and how she got her start in field hockey as she answers four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/U-H-Or6CwKQ

The Owego Free Academy Reppert Gymnasium is opening tonight, Tuesday, October 7th, for a volleyball match (JV at 5:30/Varsity at 6:30)! 🥳

After extensive work as part of the Capital Project, the updated gymnasium space will be used for the first time this evening. While there are still a few finishing touches to be completed, we're excited to debut the refreshed space!

Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvJX6IfPFCI.

Come out and support our Volleyball team and show your school spirit! Plus, it's a Pink Out game to raise awareness for breast cancer. Wear your brightest pink to show your support! ❤️💙🏐

#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether