OA REMINDER: Registration is OPEN for next year’s Universal Pre-K and Kindergarten.

Children are eligible for UPK if his/her birth date is between 12/2/2021 and 12/1/2022. (children who will be four (4) years of age on or before December 1, 2026)

Children are eligible for Kindergarten if his/her birth date is ON or BEFORE 12/1/2021.
(five (5) years of age on or before December 1, 2026)

**Please note that once your child is age-eligible for Kindergarten, they are no longer eligible to attend UPK.


Families must register as soon as possible so that a screening time can be scheduled for May.

Families will be notified of their child’s UPK or Kindergarten screening that will take place on one of the following dates:

Owego Elementary School
UPK: May 18,19, 20
Kindergarten: May 19

Apalachin Elementary School
UPK: May 14, 15, 18
Kindergarten: May 15

Registration paperwork can be completed at Owego Elementary School and Apalachin Elementary School. Registration will require a birth certificate, 2 proofs of residency, and immunization records. Read the complete registration letter here: https://5il.co/2det1.

Get more information about UPK and Kindergarten here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/student-registration.

If you have questions about registration or screening, please reach out to us via Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/o/oe/page/lets-talk.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OA Lacrosse Club - UPK-6th Grade Registration: 3/28/26 - https://aptg.co/L8qtVr

Apalachin Library - Barbie Tea Party: 3/28/26 - https://aptg.co/HJ5-DJ

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 3/31/26 - https://aptg.co/vXm3Jg

Renewal Ranch - Food Giveaway: 4/4/26 - https://aptg.co/8FrqsF

Apalachin Library - Pokemon Club: 4/4/26 - https://aptg.co/y06Dtt

OFA Key and Interact Club’s - Family Movie Night: 4/17/26 - https://aptg.co/cfJT3m

Apalachin Library - Comic Book Workshop: 4/25/26 - https://aptg.co/yXK-q0

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS

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

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

WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz

OES Green Team Donations 25-26 - https://aptg.co/zxt2C8

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
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OA Lax Club Registration
Barbie Tea Party
Parent Classes
Food Giveaway
Apalachin Library Pokemon Club
Family Movie Night
Apalachin Library Comic Book Workshop
The Owego Apalachin Central School District is accepting applications for the Boys' Varsity Basketball Head Coach position. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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We are thrilled to share that Erik Tofte (OFA Class of 2015) will be returning to the Southern Tier as a featured professional baritone with the Binghamton Philharmonic in the upcoming performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9: Ode to Joy.

Don't miss this chance to see a local alum performing one of the most powerful masterpieces in music history on the big stage.

🎤 "Coming Home to Joy"
Want to hear about Erik's journey from OFA to the professional stage? Check out this fantastic interview where he discusses his return to the area for this performance:
https://binghamtonphilharmonic.org/news/blog/7722258/coming-home-to-joy-an-interview-with-baritone-erik-tofte?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQVwuhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe7C5qTYmKH5rJ1z6YIF11cQZcVzynyhXuwVKTdOFgdmwA6nOA-XxAoab6e2M_aem_6ByxQFc4S6ylx3JoMOrXYw

📅 Event Details
What: Ode to Joy (Beethoven’s 9th Symphony)

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM

Where: Broome County Forum Theatre, Binghamton, NY

Featuring
Professional Soloist: Erik Tofte, Baritone (OFA Alum!)

🎟️ Ticket Info
Kids 17 & under are FREE thanks to M&T Bank!

Call the Box Office at 607-723-3931 to claim free youth tickets or contact Mrs. Burrell at OFA directly through email at burrellm@oacsd.org.

Get more information here: https://binghamtonphilharmonic.org/m-t-bank-2025-2026-symphonic-series

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #ThisIsOA
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will now be CLOSED today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Thank you.
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Please note that there is no SOAR period to start the day at OAMS and OFA on a two-hour delay. Students report directly to their first-period class.

Review the OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule here: https://5il.co/13zvy.

Thank you.
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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The Apalachin Elementary School Mathalon team competed against 5th-grade teams from Tioga County, and they officially brought home FIRST PLACE! 🥇

The competition consisted of five fast-paced, high-pressure rounds. It was a literal "math marathon" that came down to a thrilling, nail-biting tie-breaker round against Waverly.

Join us in celebrating our Mathletes: Walter Grizzle, Logan Roberts, Patrick Ousterout, Blake Waite, Abe Valdes, and Lucy Baker.

We are beyond proud of your dedication and the way you represented AES.

#AESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA

2 months ago, Apalachin Elementary School
AES Mathalon Champs 2026
OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, March 12th (Superintendent’s Conference Day) and Friday, March 13th.

Some Upcoming Events:
3/17 - St. Patrick’s Day
3/20 - OAMS Winter Dance
3/23 - Modified Spring Sports Start
3/24 - District Choral Festival
3/31 - Board of Education Meeting - 2nd Review Of School Budget
4/3-4/10 - NO School - Spring Recess

Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:

The single-page calendar is on our website: https://5il.co/38q0c.

The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H.

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
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OACSD 2026-2027 Proposed School Budget Update

Dear OA School Community,
As we enter the 2026-2027 budget season, we want to provide opportunities for the entire school community to stay informed, not only on the school budget, but also on the significant change in our district’s tax base as the Stagecoach Pipeline & Storage Company LLC (formerly CNYOG) Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) agreement has expired.

Tonight, Monday, March 9, 2026, the Board of Education will hold a workshop after the regularly scheduled BOE meeting at 6 pm, for the Initial Review of the 2026-2027 Proposed School Budget. This meeting is open to the public to view in-person, or on the live stream, on our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/Rg2lflTn_Z8.
The next BOE meeting will be on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 6:00 pm.

Upcoming Budget Calendar & Deadlines
We invite you to join us for our upcoming workshops and meetings to learn more about the budget process:
March 9: BOE Meeting & Initial Budget Review Workshop - OA District Office
March 31: BOE Meeting & Second Budget Review - OA District Office
March 31: BOCES Prospective Board Member Session - More Info: https://aptg.co/ql8r30
April 20: BOE Meeting & Final Budget Review - OA District Office
April 30: School Budget Information Session - Apalachin Elementary
May 11: School Budget Public Hearing - OA District Office

Voting Information
Budget Vote & BOE Election: May 19, 2026 (Noon – 8:00 PM)
Locations: Apalachin Elementary or OACSD District Office (based on residency).
Eligibility: Must be 18+, a U.S. citizen, and a resident for at least 30 days. Valid photo ID is required.
Absentee Ballots: Contact the District Clerk at (607) 687-6215 or email vote@oacsd.org. Ballots must be received by 5:00 PM on May 19.

For more details, please visit our Budget Information Page - https://www.oacsd.org/page/school-budget-information or reach out via Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
2 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

Owego Little League Registration: 3/14/26 - https://aptg.co/TKZqH4

OA Lacrosse Club - UPK-6th Grade Registration: 3/28/26 - https://aptg.co/L8qtVr

Apalachin Library - Barbie Tea Party: 3/28/26 - https://aptg.co/HJ5-DJ

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 3/31/26 - https://aptg.co/vXm3Jg

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS

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

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

WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz

OES Green Team Donations 25-26 - https://aptg.co/zxt2C8

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
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
Owego Little League Registration Flier
OA Lacrosse Club Registration Flier
Apalachin Library Barbie Party
Parenting Classes Flier
WIC Support Info Flier
Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, Wednesday, February 25, 2026.  

Please note that there is no SOAR period to start the day at OAMS and OFA on a two-hour delay. Students report directly to their first-period class.

Review the OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule here: https://5il.co/13zvy.

Thank you.
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, Monday, February 23, 2026.

Please note that there is no SOAR period to start the day at OAMS and OFA on a two-hour delay. Students report directly to their first-period class.

Review the OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule here: https://5il.co/13zvy.

Thank you.
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

OFA Class of 26 - Pickleball Tournament Registration: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/4msb6N

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parenting Classes: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/r_GqZ0

Full STEAM Ahead Event: 3/14/26 - https://aptg.co/cFDTY3

Owego Little League Registration: 3/14/26 - https://aptg.co/TKZqH4

OA Lacrosse Clube - UPK-6th Grade Registration: 3/28/26 - https://aptg.co/L8qtVr

Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parent Classes: 3/31/26 - https://aptg.co/vXm3Jg

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_

Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS

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

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

WIC Income Guidelines 25-26: 6/30/26 - https://aptg.co/phv7kz

OES Green Team Donations 25-26 - https://aptg.co/zxt2C8

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
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
Pickleball Tournament Flier
Parenting Classes Flier
Owego Little League Registration Flier
Full Steam Ahead Flier
OA Lacrosse Club Registration Flier
Parenting Classes Flier
WIC Support Info Flier
Cub Scout Pack 37 Flier
WIC Guidelines Info Flier
Good Morning, OA School Community. Due to the inclement weather, OACSD will operate on a Two-Hour Delay schedule today, Friday, February 20, 2026.

Please note that there is no SOAR period to start the day at OAMS and OFA on a two-hour delay. Students report directly to their first-period class.

Review the OAMS and OFA Delay Bell Schedule here: https://5il.co/13zvy.

Thank you.
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Sending a big ❤️ from the Owego Apalachin Central School District!

Today we’re celebrating the heart of our district: our students, teachers, staff, and families. Wishing everyone in the OA community a Happy Valentine's Day.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 16th (President’s Day) and Tuesday, February 17th (Asian Lunar New Year).

Some Upcoming Events:
2/19/26 - Jazz Night Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nh69SblUJ7s
2/20/26 - AES Father/Daughter Dance
3/8/26 - Daylight Saving Time Starts (Spring Forward)
3/9/26 - JV and Varsity Spring Sports Start: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district
3/9/26 - Board Of Education Budget Workshop
3/12/26 - NO SCHOOL -Superintendent’s Conference Day
3/13/26 - NO SCHOOL

Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:

The single-page calendar is on our website: https://5il.co/38q0c.

The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H.

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
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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The Owego Apalachin Central School District is looking for Substitute Nurses. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OAisYOU #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, February 9, 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 also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RIB4Q4wCF4.

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 addressed by the appropriate district personnel or members of the board of education.

#OARiverHawks #OACommunity #sOArTogether
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Behind the Scenes: Tech Week for High School Musical on Stage

“With the love of the music and this movie, I just really love it. And I’m so excited to perform for everyone.” Come see High School Musical on Stage this weekend: Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Learn more about everything that went into putting this show together here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/EuRrWptrJPg
3 months ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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👵👴 AES 100th Day Celebration: February 18!

AES Families,

Can you believe it? We are officially approaching our 100th Day of School! To celebrate this milestone, we are inviting all students to have a little fun with their wardrobe.

When: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Challenge: We would love to see our students dress up like they are 100 years old! Costume Ideas: Think cardigans, suspenders, floral prints, non-prescription glasses, or even some "silver" hair. While we encourage everyone to participate, the most important thing is that your child is comfortable and ready to learn.

We can’t wait to see all the "centenarians" walking the halls of Apalachin Elementary. Thank you for making these first 100 days so wonderful!

Go, AES River Hawks
4 months ago, Apalachin Elementary School
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