OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold an Audit Committee and Business Meeting tonight, Monday, March 31, 2025, at 5:15 pm and 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education Room in the OA District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, NY 13827.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LxU-Aww4nU.
Board meeting agendas 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.
Artist Tip: Lilliana Cates
“I wanted to enrapture the stylistic detail of Greek sculptures, but still be able to express it how I wanted to.” Lilliana Cates shares how she created the design for her skateboard deck as a part of the Do Rads Things event. Learn more about the work that goes into one of these pieces using Sharpie markers in this Artist Tip segment on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/NdUIEI07N5Y
Teacher Spotlight: Makena Matarese
“I love the diverse group of personalities and students that I get to see every day. Each class is a little bit different and I enjoy the group that I’m with.” Former student and now teacher Makena Matarese speaks on how she got her start in art. Learn more about Makena Matarese in this Teacher Spotlight on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/ffY_bEAaCV4
Four Questions: Eric Schrader
“I started swimming when I was eight as a club sport and I didn’t think that it would be a main sport for me until modified when I realized I was getting pretty good. So that’s when I started swimming.” Eric Schrader is a freshman on the Boys Varsity Swim team. Learn more about Eric and how he got his start as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/JuC7xN5m_yE
In the Classroom: Building Thinking Classrooms
“It’s pushing them to think about what they’re doing, not just repeat and mirror what I’m doing at the front of the room. It also pushes them to explain what they are doing.” Fourth Grade Teacher Teagan Mackey explains the methodology of Building Thinking Classrooms, and getting students to discover solutions without being provided specific step by step instructions. Watch here as students try to help “Farmer John” figure out how many chickens and pigs he can have on his farm on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/ijHBeQhwk98
Ascension: A Skateboard Art Exhibition is coming to a close. The Tioga Arts Council and Experience Tioga will have special late-night hours on the closing days of the show.
Check out the video - Do Rad Things w/ Sullivan O'Donnell. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QvFxh6JMlw
We had a great time at the Twin Tier Regional Job Fair today, bringing eager and motivated students ready to explore career opportunities! A big thank you to our friends at Waverly CSD for the invitation—we appreciate the chance to connect students with their futures!
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We love lending a hand—especially our incredible senior class! For a short time, the Career Center transformed into a Krispy Kreme distribution hub, with our students and advisors working hard to bring smiles (and delicious donuts) to everyone. 🍩👏 #OACareerCenter #SeniorClassFundraising #hawkpride #OARiverHawks #oacsd #SOAR #SchoolCommunityOne
Springing into Spring at the career center with colleges visiting us on a frequent basis. If you or someone you know is interested in attending a college visit please stop down and see us.
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Four Questions: Isabella Sirotkin
“Seeing what I made and showing people what I made and showing people what I can do and having my parents be proud of me.” Isabella Sirotkin talks about some of her favorite projects and what she enjoys about art and the artistic process. Learn more about Isabella as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/rdcZHw0DGJk
Coach Spotlight: Jamie Burns
“I think motivating the kids, and seeing their dreams come true and helping them get their dreams to come true.” Varsity Boys Swim Coach Jamie Burns speaks on how she got her start as a coach and why she enjoys it so much. Learn more about her goals and some of her favorite memories in this Coach Spotlight on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/tSr1fG-GUXg
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, March 24, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the Board of Education Room in the OA District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego, NY 13827.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/61b4mTku8Rc.
Board meeting agendas 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.
Teacher Profile: Teagan Mackey
“I love being around the kids, I love that every day is something different. Even if your plans are the same they never end up the same, and there are a lot of ways to be creative with lessons.” Fourth Grade Teacher Teagan Mackey has been shaping the minds of students at Owego Elementary for the past two years now. Learn more about her and her goals in this Teacher Profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/C4L_pwKnKUo
Behind the Scenes: Do Rad Things
150 students had their artwork on display at First Friday in Owego for Ascension: A Skateboard Art Exhibition. Renowned artist Mark Rivard of Do Rad Things spent a week in classrooms helping students in grades six through 12 with this process. See more here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/6FLbvJ45Ur4
On March 13th, Apalachin Elementary School hosted its highly anticipated annual talent show, featuring over 45 students in a spectacular array of performances. The diverse acts included horseback riding, dancing, dog tricks, singing, athletic feats, glow performances, comedy, and instrumental solos. In a fun twist, the AES staff wowed the audience with a surprise rock band performance. Throughout the show, students also contributed behind the scenes as part of the stage crew, handling lighting and announcing, making the event a truly collaborative celebration of talent and creativity.
Click here to watch the Talent Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/8N7zdfneur4?si=pD5VWSKLaoiYQGNI
AES raised $11,567 for The American Heart Association with Jump For Heart 2025. Click here for more information and pictures: https://5il.co/3b9j1 #AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether
OFA student-athletes and coaches were part of the nearly 500 people who packed the Binghamton forum for Section IV’s Student-Athlete Leadership and Sportsmanship Conference. https://www.wbng.com/2025/03/19/section-iv-student-athletes-host-leadership-sportsmanship-conference/
Practice Makes Perfect: Springboard Diving Split Routine
“So the way we train, we do what’s called a split routine. Basically heavy reps, and as we get closer to the meet, we reduce those reps and do a meet and rehearsal.” Springboard diving coach Roger Katchuk breaks down how they’re preparing for the upcoming meet. Learn more on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/ukmlG0OHRqc
Student Profile: Chase Romeo
“And if you have fun at your job, you’re never at work. You are working for fun, you never want to stop.” Chase Romeo shares why he wants to pursue a career in building trades. Learn more about what type of student Chase is on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/BIdCgWAcb2c
Four Questions: Magavin Allen
“My favorite part is probably just the team experience with everyone. It’s less about individual results and it’s more about the team experience, team dinners and the end of the season culture.” Magavin Allen hopes to compete in States next year on the swim team. Learn more about Magavin and his time spent swimming as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/Mq4j9nKwOFU