Our Apalachin Elementary School 2nd graders took a special field trip to sneak a peek at the incredible opportunities awaiting them at OAMS and OFA in a few years.
Huge thanks to Mr. Westcott, Mr. K, and our fantastic high school student leaders for guiding the way and showing them the ropes! The future class got an inside look at some amazing hands-on programs, including:
🤖 Robotics
🎵 Music
🌱 Agriculture
🎨 Hawkeye Graphics
...and so much more!
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
OA District Art Show - Artistic Intelligence: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/nbck5b
OA Youth Fun Run - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/c1Kq1n
Good News Club - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/Rn4h4c
Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 6/6/26 - https://aptg.co/37Cjrg
Waterman - Explore Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/3lS0_z
Waterman - Rec Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/JtnKJV
TC Food Alliance - Logo Contest: 6/10/26 - https://aptg.co/c5p_Ns
The Dance Station - Toddler Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/rcJg3P
The Dance Station - Intermediate/Advanced Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjYX1g
OA Football Club - Registration: 6/20/26 - https://aptg.co/L91FNJ
The Dance Station - Beginner Dance: 6/22/26 - https://aptg.co/QY_N-P
Apalachin Library - Stuffy Town Adventure: 6/25/26 -
The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq
WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz
BU - Microelectronics Camp: 7/13/26 - https://aptg.co/gyV0QF
OA Youth Field Hockey - Registration: 8/15/26
TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6
TCYSA Owego Team Registration - https://aptg.co/vkqfjC
TCYSA Apalachin Team Registration - https://aptg.co/gcYTDj
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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
OA District Art Show - Artistic Intelligence: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/nbck5b
OA Youth Fun Run - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/c1Kq1n
Good News Club - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/Rn4h4c
Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 6/6/26 - https://aptg.co/37Cjrg
Waterman - Explore Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/3lS0_z
Waterman - Rec Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/JtnKJV
TC Food Alliance - Logo Contest: 6/10/26 - https://aptg.co/c5p_Ns
The Dance Station - Toddler Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/rcJg3P
The Dance Station - Intermediate/Advanced Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjYX1g
OA Football Club - Registration: 6/20/26 - https://aptg.co/L91FNJ
The Dance Station - Beginner Dance: 6/22/26 - https://aptg.co/QY_N-P
Apalachin Library - Stuffy Town Adventure: 6/25/26 -
The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq
WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz
BU - Microelectronics Camp: 7/13/26 - https://aptg.co/gyV0QF
OA Youth Field Hockey - Registration: 8/15/26
TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6
TCYSA Owego Team Registration - https://aptg.co/vkqfjC
TCYSA Apalachin Team Registration - https://aptg.co/gcYTDj
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, June 1, 2026, 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 be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/mN7VEQagAK0?feature=share.
Board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs 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 addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the board of education.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA
The meeting will be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/mN7VEQagAK0?feature=share.
Board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs 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 addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the board of education.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA
OA REMINDER: The 2026 OA K-12 District Art Show, ‘Artistic Intelligence’, is on Monday, June 1st, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the OAMS gymnasium. Come check out some of the amazing artwork created this school year. Click here for more information: https://aptg.co/nbck5b. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
We’re so excited to offer another summer full of fun, learning, and adventure! Whether your child loves science, sports, music, or hands-on creativity, there’s something for everyone.
All programs take place on our Owego Campus (OES, OAMS, OFA). Please register your child for the grade they’ll be entering in Fall 2026.
Dates: July 13th – August 27th
The Summer Enrichment Program Guide is here: https://aptg.co/VY2K9d
How to Register
Registration Opens: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Please note this is a change from previous years when registration opened at midnight.
Please have your child's student ID (lunch number) ahead of registering. Incomplete or incorrect student numbers should not be inputted.
Registration and Waitlist Requests Close: Wednesday, June 10th.
Final Registration Deadline: All registrations will close on June 16, 2026, to allow the transportation department time to finalize summer bus routes.
Class Full? Join the Waitlist: High demand for our summer sessions means classes can fill up quickly. If a class is full, please use ArbiterSports to join the waitlist. It's the fastest way to ensure you're next in line should a spot become available.
Transportation Info
Buses will be provided this summer before breakfast and again following the last program of the day (2:30 PM).
Families must arrange mid-day pickups and drop-offs for students in half-day programs.
All bus info and schedules can only be accessed through the My Ride K-12 app.
Bus schedules will be updated in the app each Thursday before the next week of enrichment begins.
Call the bus garage with questions: 607-687-7305.
Hawk’s Nest Summer Learning (Grades 1–5)
Dates: July 13 – August 14.
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM at OES.
Details: A five-week program offering a balance of academic engagement and classic summer camp excitement. Includes Friday trips to the Owego Free Academy pool for swimming and water safety.
Meals: Includes breakfast at 8:30 AM and lunch between 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
SOARing into Kindergarten
Dates: July 20 – August 7.
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 AM at OES.
Details: A three-week, half-day program designed to support a smooth transition into school for incoming kindergarteners. Focuses on early literacy, routines, and social-emotional skills through play-based activities.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch are available.
Transportation: Morning busing is available; families must provide transportation for the 11:30 AM pickup.
The Nest: Youth Training Camps (Grades 1–6)
Half-day camps focusing on skills, teamwork, and fun.
Offerings include: Tennis, Swimming, Volleyball, Boys/Girls Soccer, Wrestling, Field Hockey, Flag Football, and Basketball.
Integrated with Hawk's Nest: If your child is in both programs, counselors will escort them to and from their sports sessions.
Families are responsible for mid-day transport if the child is not in Hawk's Nest.
River Hawks Rising (Grades 6–12)
Dates: July 13 – August 14 (Specific dates vary by class).
Offerings: Explore diverse topics including Carpentry, Robotics, Pickleball, Creative Journaling, Strategic Games, STEM challenges, Stream Ecology, and more.
Meals: Participants are welcome to enjoy breakfast and lunch on campus.
Please only register for camps your child will attend.
Soaring Sounds: Music Camps and Lessons
Programs include Intro to DJ, Summer Band, Theater Workshop, and private instrument lessons for various grade levels.
Find full details and specific registration links in the program brochure.
River Hawks Off-Season Training & Conditioning (Grades 7–12)
Modified, JV, and Varsity athletes can stay active with summer strength training and sport-specific sessions.
No registration required: Coaches will reach out directly to interested athletes and families with details.
Dates and coach contact information for each sport are listed in the program brochure.
Get more Summer Enrichment information here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/enrichment
Have questions? We’re happy to help!
Contact: Carrie Luke - (lukec@oacsd.org) or Ryan Hallenbeck - (hallenbeckr@oacsd.org)
Please feel free to reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk and select ‘Summer Enrichment’ as your topic.
We can’t wait for another amazing summer with our River Hawks!
All programs take place on our Owego Campus (OES, OAMS, OFA). Please register your child for the grade they’ll be entering in Fall 2026.
Dates: July 13th – August 27th
The Summer Enrichment Program Guide is here: https://aptg.co/VY2K9d
How to Register
Registration Opens: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Please note this is a change from previous years when registration opened at midnight.
Please have your child's student ID (lunch number) ahead of registering. Incomplete or incorrect student numbers should not be inputted.
Registration and Waitlist Requests Close: Wednesday, June 10th.
Final Registration Deadline: All registrations will close on June 16, 2026, to allow the transportation department time to finalize summer bus routes.
Class Full? Join the Waitlist: High demand for our summer sessions means classes can fill up quickly. If a class is full, please use ArbiterSports to join the waitlist. It's the fastest way to ensure you're next in line should a spot become available.
Transportation Info
Buses will be provided this summer before breakfast and again following the last program of the day (2:30 PM).
Families must arrange mid-day pickups and drop-offs for students in half-day programs.
All bus info and schedules can only be accessed through the My Ride K-12 app.
Bus schedules will be updated in the app each Thursday before the next week of enrichment begins.
Call the bus garage with questions: 607-687-7305.
Hawk’s Nest Summer Learning (Grades 1–5)
Dates: July 13 – August 14.
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM at OES.
Details: A five-week program offering a balance of academic engagement and classic summer camp excitement. Includes Friday trips to the Owego Free Academy pool for swimming and water safety.
Meals: Includes breakfast at 8:30 AM and lunch between 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
SOARing into Kindergarten
Dates: July 20 – August 7.
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 AM at OES.
Details: A three-week, half-day program designed to support a smooth transition into school for incoming kindergarteners. Focuses on early literacy, routines, and social-emotional skills through play-based activities.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch are available.
Transportation: Morning busing is available; families must provide transportation for the 11:30 AM pickup.
The Nest: Youth Training Camps (Grades 1–6)
Half-day camps focusing on skills, teamwork, and fun.
Offerings include: Tennis, Swimming, Volleyball, Boys/Girls Soccer, Wrestling, Field Hockey, Flag Football, and Basketball.
Integrated with Hawk's Nest: If your child is in both programs, counselors will escort them to and from their sports sessions.
Families are responsible for mid-day transport if the child is not in Hawk's Nest.
River Hawks Rising (Grades 6–12)
Dates: July 13 – August 14 (Specific dates vary by class).
Offerings: Explore diverse topics including Carpentry, Robotics, Pickleball, Creative Journaling, Strategic Games, STEM challenges, Stream Ecology, and more.
Meals: Participants are welcome to enjoy breakfast and lunch on campus.
Please only register for camps your child will attend.
Soaring Sounds: Music Camps and Lessons
Programs include Intro to DJ, Summer Band, Theater Workshop, and private instrument lessons for various grade levels.
Find full details and specific registration links in the program brochure.
River Hawks Off-Season Training & Conditioning (Grades 7–12)
Modified, JV, and Varsity athletes can stay active with summer strength training and sport-specific sessions.
No registration required: Coaches will reach out directly to interested athletes and families with details.
Dates and coach contact information for each sport are listed in the program brochure.
Get more Summer Enrichment information here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/enrichment
Have questions? We’re happy to help!
Contact: Carrie Luke - (lukec@oacsd.org) or Ryan Hallenbeck - (hallenbeckr@oacsd.org)
Please feel free to reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk and select ‘Summer Enrichment’ as your topic.
We can’t wait for another amazing summer with our River Hawks!
Today brought a truly special, full-circle moment to Mrs. Mason’s UPK classroom at Apalachin Elementary School.
She shares with us that her amazing high school helper, David, who was once a little AES student himself, is now a high school senior! Today, he pulled off the sweetest "promposal" and asked his friend, Natalie, to the prom right in the UPK classroom.
The UPK kiddos and Mrs. Mason were absolutely thrilled and honored to be a part of such a special event.
"Watching former students grow into confident, kind, and thoughtful young adults is truly one of the best parts of what we do." — Mrs. Mason.
We hope you both have the most incredible time making memories at prom! 💃🕺🎉
#AESRiverHawks #OFAClassOf2026 #sOArTogether
She shares with us that her amazing high school helper, David, who was once a little AES student himself, is now a high school senior! Today, he pulled off the sweetest "promposal" and asked his friend, Natalie, to the prom right in the UPK classroom.
The UPK kiddos and Mrs. Mason were absolutely thrilled and honored to be a part of such a special event.
"Watching former students grow into confident, kind, and thoughtful young adults is truly one of the best parts of what we do." — Mrs. Mason.
We hope you both have the most incredible time making memories at prom! 💃🕺🎉
#AESRiverHawks #OFAClassOf2026 #sOArTogether
🎉 Big Congratulations to Ken Francisco! 🎉
Ken was officially recognized by SAANYS (School Administrators Association of New York State) as the District Level Administrator of the Year for Region 9!
This incredible honor is a true reflection of Ken’s many years of dedicated service and leadership. Throughout his career, he has served our school community with integrity and deep empathy.
As Ken heads into a well-deserved retirement, we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate his remarkable legacy. Thank you and Congratulations!
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride
Ken was officially recognized by SAANYS (School Administrators Association of New York State) as the District Level Administrator of the Year for Region 9!
This incredible honor is a true reflection of Ken’s many years of dedicated service and leadership. Throughout his career, he has served our school community with integrity and deep empathy.
As Ken heads into a well-deserved retirement, we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate his remarkable legacy. Thank you and Congratulations!
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride
OA REMINDER: The 2026 OA K-12 District Art Show, ‘Artistic Intelligence’, is on Monday, June 1st, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the OAMS gymnasium. Come check out some of the amazing artwork created this school year. Click here for more information: https://aptg.co/nbck5b. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
Owego Apalachin Central School District
2026-2027 School Budget Vote and Board of Education Election Results
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Voters in the Owego Apalachin Central School District on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, voted to approve the district’s proposed 2026-2027 school budget of $63,567,555. The budget had a tax levy increase of 17.10 percent.
The final vote was:
Yes: 636
No: 245
In the second proposition, voters approved the purchase of 5 school buses by the following count:
Yes: 638
No: 241
The three Board of Education Candidates elected for the three seats were:
Jessica Silvanic, Michael Aubel, and Joseph Palladino
Votes Per Candidate
Jessica Silvanic: 676
Michael Aubel: 669
Joseph Palladino: 668
(26 additional people received votes - contact the district clerk for additional information.)
Voters approved the additional taxpayer funding for the Apalachin Public Library.
Yes: 639
No: 242
Click here for the PDF version of the letter: https://aptg.co/6Ynypm.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride
OA REMINDER: Polls are open TODAY for the School Budget Vote & BOE Election until 8:00 PM.
Voting location is based on residency:
📍 Owego District Office
📍 Apalachin Elementary School
Your vote matters! Thank you for supporting our programs & students.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
OA School Community,
This is a reminder that polls are officially open today, Tuesday, May 19th, for the school budget vote and board of education election. Voting will remain open until 8:00 PM tonight.
Voting locations are based on residency.
Either the District Office in Owego or Apalachin Elementary School in Apalachin.
What to bring: If you are already registered, you're good to go! If you are not registered, please remember to bring a photo ID with you to the polls.
Your participation is vital to shaping the future of our schools. Your vote matters, and we truly appreciate your continued partnership and support of our programs and students.
#OARiverHawks #OACommunity
This is a reminder that polls are officially open today, Tuesday, May 19th, for the school budget vote and board of education election. Voting will remain open until 8:00 PM tonight.
Voting locations are based on residency.
Either the District Office in Owego or Apalachin Elementary School in Apalachin.
What to bring: If you are already registered, you're good to go! If you are not registered, please remember to bring a photo ID with you to the polls.
Your participation is vital to shaping the future of our schools. Your vote matters, and we truly appreciate your continued partnership and support of our programs and students.
#OARiverHawks #OACommunity
MUSIC REMINDER: The AES Spring Concert is tonight, Tuesday, May 19th, at 6:30 pm, in the AES Theatre at Apalachin Elementary School. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/ySSWVAv7JuQ.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OA School Community,
🗳️ BUDGET VOTE REMINDER: The 2026-2027 School Budget Vote is tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM!
The digital Budget Newsletter is live now ➡️ https://aptg.co/ZFPztl, and a printed version has arrived by mail.
📊 Quick Fact on the Tax Levy: You might notice a 17.10% increase on paper, but this is just a mandatory accounting shift because the Stagecoach Pipeline agreement moved to the regular tax roll. The actual tax levy increase for residents is 0%. There is no new spending decision causing this change, and it will have an approximate 0% impact on your tax bill.
What's on the ballot?
A $63,567,555 proposed budget supporting UPK-12 programs.
Proposition 2: A bus bond for 5 new safe, modern diesel buses.
BOE Election: 3 open seats (Candidates: Michael Aubel, Joseph Palladino, Jessica Silvanic).
📍 Where to Vote (12 PM - 8 PM):
OACSD District Office
Apalachin Elementary School
Locations based on residency. Bring a photo ID if not registered.
Get all the details, visual breakdowns, and voter info here: www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information. Your vote matters. See you at the polls!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students!
🗳️ BUDGET VOTE REMINDER: The 2026-2027 School Budget Vote is tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM!
The digital Budget Newsletter is live now ➡️ https://aptg.co/ZFPztl, and a printed version has arrived by mail.
📊 Quick Fact on the Tax Levy: You might notice a 17.10% increase on paper, but this is just a mandatory accounting shift because the Stagecoach Pipeline agreement moved to the regular tax roll. The actual tax levy increase for residents is 0%. There is no new spending decision causing this change, and it will have an approximate 0% impact on your tax bill.
What's on the ballot?
A $63,567,555 proposed budget supporting UPK-12 programs.
Proposition 2: A bus bond for 5 new safe, modern diesel buses.
BOE Election: 3 open seats (Candidates: Michael Aubel, Joseph Palladino, Jessica Silvanic).
📍 Where to Vote (12 PM - 8 PM):
OACSD District Office
Apalachin Elementary School
Locations based on residency. Bring a photo ID if not registered.
Get all the details, visual breakdowns, and voter info here: www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information. Your vote matters. See you at the polls!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students!
Safety never stops! 🚌 Tuesday, May 12th, our bus garage was packed with 25–30 technicians from school districts all over the Southern Tier for the Head Mechanics Association meeting and training.
Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Matthews Buses Inc., mechanics received free, official certification in Air Disc and Foundation Drum Brakes. Big thanks to Point Spring and Driveshaft Co. for presenting and keeping our teams up to date on the latest technology.
Whether it’s a rookie learning the ropes or a veteran getting a refresher, our local mechanics are always working to keep our kids safe on the road! 🔧
#OARiverHawks #CommunityPartners #SouthernTierMechanics
Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Matthews Buses Inc., mechanics received free, official certification in Air Disc and Foundation Drum Brakes. Big thanks to Point Spring and Driveshaft Co. for presenting and keeping our teams up to date on the latest technology.
Whether it’s a rookie learning the ropes or a veteran getting a refresher, our local mechanics are always working to keep our kids safe on the road! 🔧
#OARiverHawks #CommunityPartners #SouthernTierMechanics
Apalachin Elementary School has started the ABC countdown to the last day of school! Students had a lot of bubble fun at recess for Bubble Day. #AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
OES Green Team - Fill That Truck Recycling Event: 5/16/26 - https://aptg.co/GqkGGt
Children’s Home - Foster Care and Adoption Info: 5/20/26 - https://aptg.co/y-pl4t
Camp Ahwaga 5k - Registration: 5/23/26 - https://aptg.co/Fm8P73
TOI - Mental Health First Aid: 5/27/26 - https://aptg.co/JMQpJq
Tioga Opportunities - Trivia Night: 5/29/26 - https://aptg.co/G4lsBB
OA District Art Show - Artistic Intelligence: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/nbck5b
OA Youth Fun Run - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/c1Kq1n
Good News Club - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/Rn4h4c
Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 6/6/26 - https://aptg.co/37Cjrg
Waterman - Explore Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/3lS0_z
Waterman - Rec Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/JtnKJV
The Dance Station - Toddler Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/rcJg3P
The Dance Station - Intermediate/Advanced Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjYX1g
OA Football Club - Registration: 6/20/26 - https://aptg.co/L91FNJ
The Dance Station - Beginner Dance: 6/22/26 - https://aptg.co/QY_N-P
Apalachin Library - Stuffy Town Adventure: 6/25/26 -
The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq
WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz
BU - Microelectronics Camp: 7/13/26 - https://aptg.co/gyV0QF
OA Youth Field Hockey - Registration: 8/15/26
TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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
OES Green Team - Fill That Truck Recycling Event: 5/16/26 - https://aptg.co/GqkGGt
Children’s Home - Foster Care and Adoption Info: 5/20/26 - https://aptg.co/y-pl4t
Camp Ahwaga 5k - Registration: 5/23/26 - https://aptg.co/Fm8P73
TOI - Mental Health First Aid: 5/27/26 - https://aptg.co/JMQpJq
Tioga Opportunities - Trivia Night: 5/29/26 - https://aptg.co/G4lsBB
OA District Art Show - Artistic Intelligence: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/nbck5b
OA Youth Fun Run - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/c1Kq1n
Good News Club - Registration: 6/1/26 - https://aptg.co/Rn4h4c
Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 6/6/26 - https://aptg.co/37Cjrg
Waterman - Explore Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/3lS0_z
Waterman - Rec Camp: 6/8/26 - https://aptg.co/JtnKJV
The Dance Station - Toddler Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/rcJg3P
The Dance Station - Intermediate/Advanced Dance: 6/15/26 - https://aptg.co/pjYX1g
OA Football Club - Registration: 6/20/26 - https://aptg.co/L91FNJ
The Dance Station - Beginner Dance: 6/22/26 - https://aptg.co/QY_N-P
Apalachin Library - Stuffy Town Adventure: 6/25/26 -
The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq
WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz
BU - Microelectronics Camp: 7/13/26 - https://aptg.co/gyV0QF
OA Youth Field Hockey - Registration: 8/15/26
TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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.
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Owego Apalachin Central School District Superintendent, Dr. Corey Green, spoke about the proposed budget and the upcoming budget vote multiple times this week.
ICYMI: Dr. Green joined Bob Joseph on WNBF radio on Tuesday, May 12th. You can listen to the conversation here (his interview starts at the 40:43 mark of the podcast) - https://wnbf.com/podcast/popup/?id=5ee3865c3774d631675fc0b2&item=0&theme=light&playertype=player
Dr. Green joined Matt Lewis on WEBO radio on Wednesday, May 13th. You can listen to the conversation here - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/myhometowntoday/episodes/WEBO-Morning-Show-Owego-Apalachin-School-Budget-Corey-Green-e3jadnj/a-aclc2n5
2026–2027 Proposed Budget at a Glance
The Board of Education has adopted a $63,567,555 spending plan. This budget is guided by our Blueprint for Excellence and the SOAR initiative, ensuring we maintain and grow student programs from UPK through 12th grade while remaining fiscally responsible. The entire increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline will pay through the regular tax roll. The tax levy to the rest of the community is 0%.
Proposition 2 (Bus Bond): A $1,085,000 measure to purchase five new diesel school buses to ensure a safe and modern transportation fleet.
Board of Education Election: Three seats are up for election. Candidates include Mr. Michael Aubel, Mr. Joseph Palladino, and Mrs. Jessica Silvanic.
Annual Budget Vote: May 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location 1: OACSD District Office (5 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego)
Location 2: Apalachin Elementary School (405 Pennsylvania Ave, Apalachin)
Locations are based on residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of the district for at least 30 days. If not registered to vote, please bring a valid photo ID.
For more details, visual breakdowns of the PILOT transition, and absentee ballot information, please visit www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and schools.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride
ICYMI: Dr. Green joined Bob Joseph on WNBF radio on Tuesday, May 12th. You can listen to the conversation here (his interview starts at the 40:43 mark of the podcast) - https://wnbf.com/podcast/popup/?id=5ee3865c3774d631675fc0b2&item=0&theme=light&playertype=player
Dr. Green joined Matt Lewis on WEBO radio on Wednesday, May 13th. You can listen to the conversation here - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/myhometowntoday/episodes/WEBO-Morning-Show-Owego-Apalachin-School-Budget-Corey-Green-e3jadnj/a-aclc2n5
2026–2027 Proposed Budget at a Glance
The Board of Education has adopted a $63,567,555 spending plan. This budget is guided by our Blueprint for Excellence and the SOAR initiative, ensuring we maintain and grow student programs from UPK through 12th grade while remaining fiscally responsible. The entire increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline will pay through the regular tax roll. The tax levy to the rest of the community is 0%.
Proposition 2 (Bus Bond): A $1,085,000 measure to purchase five new diesel school buses to ensure a safe and modern transportation fleet.
Board of Education Election: Three seats are up for election. Candidates include Mr. Michael Aubel, Mr. Joseph Palladino, and Mrs. Jessica Silvanic.
Annual Budget Vote: May 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location 1: OACSD District Office (5 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego)
Location 2: Apalachin Elementary School (405 Pennsylvania Ave, Apalachin)
Locations are based on residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of the district for at least 30 days. If not registered to vote, please bring a valid photo ID.
For more details, visual breakdowns of the PILOT transition, and absentee ballot information, please visit www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and schools.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold the official public hearing on the proposed school budget and a regular meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, 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 be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kBlbQTE4Ec.
School Budget Information is available on our website: https://www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs 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 addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the board of education.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA
The meeting will be streamed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kBlbQTE4Ec.
School Budget Information is available on our website: https://www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs 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 addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the board of education.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition #ThisIsOA
💙 Owego Apalachin Central School District: Mental Health Spirit Week! ❤️
From May 11th to 15th, we are coming together for Mental Health Spirit Week.
This year’s theme is: “Stronger Together. You Matter.” Join us in spreading positivity, checking in on one another, and focusing on wellness with these daily themes and challenges:
📅 The Weekly Lineup:
✨ Mantra Monday: Wear a shirt with a positive message or your "You Matter" gear.
Challenge: Talk to one new person today!
🌈 Kindness Colors Tuesday: Wear your brightest colors to spread positivity throughout the halls.
Challenge: Complete one act of kindness.
💚 Wellness Wednesday: Wear Green to show your support for mental health awareness.
Challenge: Ask at least two people how they are truly feeling.
🏃 Take Care Thursday: Get cozy! Wear your most comfortable clothes.
Challenge: Take 30 minutes to walk or exercise.
😁 Feel Good Friday: Wear an outfit that makes you feel confident and at your best.
Challenge: Give someone a genuine compliment.
Important Reminders:
You Matter.
It’s okay to not be okay.
Check in on your friends.
Small acts make a big difference.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter #StrongerTogether #MentalHealthSpiritWeek #ThisIsOA
From May 11th to 15th, we are coming together for Mental Health Spirit Week.
This year’s theme is: “Stronger Together. You Matter.” Join us in spreading positivity, checking in on one another, and focusing on wellness with these daily themes and challenges:
📅 The Weekly Lineup:
✨ Mantra Monday: Wear a shirt with a positive message or your "You Matter" gear.
Challenge: Talk to one new person today!
🌈 Kindness Colors Tuesday: Wear your brightest colors to spread positivity throughout the halls.
Challenge: Complete one act of kindness.
💚 Wellness Wednesday: Wear Green to show your support for mental health awareness.
Challenge: Ask at least two people how they are truly feeling.
🏃 Take Care Thursday: Get cozy! Wear your most comfortable clothes.
Challenge: Take 30 minutes to walk or exercise.
😁 Feel Good Friday: Wear an outfit that makes you feel confident and at your best.
Challenge: Give someone a genuine compliment.
Important Reminders:
You Matter.
It’s okay to not be okay.
Check in on your friends.
Small acts make a big difference.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter #StrongerTogether #MentalHealthSpiritWeek #ThisIsOA
The 2026-2027 Budget Newsletter is now available digitally, and a printed copy is being mailed and should arrive within the next week.
You can review the newsletter here: https://aptg.co/ZFPztl.
The entire increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline will pay through the regular tax roll. The tax levy to the rest of the community is 0%. If the Stagecoach Pipeline (formerly CNYOG) Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) was not coming back onto the tax rolls this year, the district’s tax levy would once again be 0% for the fourth time in the last six years. The district’s average tax levy change remains historically low at 0.80% over the past 5 years and 1.14% over the past 10 years.
2026–2027 Proposed Budget at a Glance
The Board of Education has adopted a $63,567,555 spending plan. This budget is guided by our Blueprint for Excellence and the SOAR initiative, ensuring we maintain and grow student programs from UPK through 12th grade while remaining fiscally responsible.
Proposition 2 (Bus Bond): A $1,085,000 measure to purchase five new diesel school buses to ensure a safe and modern transportation fleet.
Board of Education Election: Three seats are up for election. Candidates include Mr. Michael Aubel, Mr. Joseph Palladino, and Mrs. Jessica Silvanic.
Understanding the "Accounting Shift"
For several years, Stagecoach Pipeline has been one of our largest taxpayers under a special agreement called a PILOT. This agreement expired in March 2026. By law, these payments must now move from the "Miscellaneous Revenue" category to the "Property Tax Levy" category.
Because of this mandated shift in how we account for these funds, residents will notice a significant change on the upcoming Property Tax Report Card:
The Appearance: It will look like there is a 17.10% increase in the district’s tax levy.
The Reality: This is strictly a technical accounting change. The "increase" is actually the $3,183,700 payment from Stagecoach Pipeline moving from one category to another. The Tax Levy increase for residents remains at 0%.
This is not a new spending decision. The increase in the levy is fully offset by the increase in the taxable base. In practical terms, residents can expect an impact of approximately 0% on their school tax bills.
Important Voting Information
We encourage all residents to stay informed and participate in the upcoming budget vote.
Public Hearing: May 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM (OA District Office)
Superintendent Green will join Bob Joseph on WNBF on May 12, 2026, at 10:05 am
Superintendent Green will join Matt Lewis on WEBO on May 14, 2026, at 8:00 am
Annual Budget Vote: May 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location 1: OACSD District Office (5 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego)
Location 2: Apalachin Elementary School (405 Pennsylvania Ave, Apalachin)
Locations are based on residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of the district for at least 30 days. If not registered to vote, please bring a valid photo ID.
For more details, visual breakdowns of the PILOT transition, and absentee ballot information, please visit www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and schools.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
You can review the newsletter here: https://aptg.co/ZFPztl.
The entire increase shown in the tax levy is fully offset by the taxes Stagecoach Pipeline will pay through the regular tax roll. The tax levy to the rest of the community is 0%. If the Stagecoach Pipeline (formerly CNYOG) Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) was not coming back onto the tax rolls this year, the district’s tax levy would once again be 0% for the fourth time in the last six years. The district’s average tax levy change remains historically low at 0.80% over the past 5 years and 1.14% over the past 10 years.
2026–2027 Proposed Budget at a Glance
The Board of Education has adopted a $63,567,555 spending plan. This budget is guided by our Blueprint for Excellence and the SOAR initiative, ensuring we maintain and grow student programs from UPK through 12th grade while remaining fiscally responsible.
Proposition 2 (Bus Bond): A $1,085,000 measure to purchase five new diesel school buses to ensure a safe and modern transportation fleet.
Board of Education Election: Three seats are up for election. Candidates include Mr. Michael Aubel, Mr. Joseph Palladino, and Mrs. Jessica Silvanic.
Understanding the "Accounting Shift"
For several years, Stagecoach Pipeline has been one of our largest taxpayers under a special agreement called a PILOT. This agreement expired in March 2026. By law, these payments must now move from the "Miscellaneous Revenue" category to the "Property Tax Levy" category.
Because of this mandated shift in how we account for these funds, residents will notice a significant change on the upcoming Property Tax Report Card:
The Appearance: It will look like there is a 17.10% increase in the district’s tax levy.
The Reality: This is strictly a technical accounting change. The "increase" is actually the $3,183,700 payment from Stagecoach Pipeline moving from one category to another. The Tax Levy increase for residents remains at 0%.
This is not a new spending decision. The increase in the levy is fully offset by the increase in the taxable base. In practical terms, residents can expect an impact of approximately 0% on their school tax bills.
Important Voting Information
We encourage all residents to stay informed and participate in the upcoming budget vote.
Public Hearing: May 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM (OA District Office)
Superintendent Green will join Bob Joseph on WNBF on May 12, 2026, at 10:05 am
Superintendent Green will join Matt Lewis on WEBO on May 14, 2026, at 8:00 am
Annual Budget Vote: May 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location 1: OACSD District Office (5 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego)
Location 2: Apalachin Elementary School (405 Pennsylvania Ave, Apalachin)
Locations are based on residency. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of the district for at least 30 days. If not registered to vote, please bring a valid photo ID.
For more details, visual breakdowns of the PILOT transition, and absentee ballot information, please visit www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and schools.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
