OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, November 17, 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/watch?v=XDtoLvm9rUQ.
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 #sOArTogether
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDtoLvm9rUQ.
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 #sOArTogether
Athlete Tip: Testing the Board with Ayla Young
“If you go to a new board, they’re not all the same bounciness, so you have to get used to how that feels.” Ayla Young talks about the importance of testing the board in this week’s athlete tip video. Learn more from Ayla Young here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/GrSWjcwmNfE
“If you go to a new board, they’re not all the same bounciness, so you have to get used to how that feels.” Ayla Young talks about the importance of testing the board in this week’s athlete tip video. Learn more from Ayla Young here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/GrSWjcwmNfE
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
Elks Hoops Shoot: 11/15/25 - https://aptg.co/bVzSrn
OFA Class of 2027 - Fundraiser: 11/21/25 - https://aptg.co/nZ_MBd
Thankful Together - Food, Hygiene & Toy Drive: 11/22/25 - https://aptg.co/Fz3Xq3
Cornell Cooperative Extension - DNDW Parent Classes: 11/25 - https://aptg.co/bHDRk9
Owego Youth Wrestling Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/0zgNHh
Tioga Artistic Dance Academy - Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/JQcg4h
Upward - Youth Basketball Registration: 12/15/25 - https://aptg.co/r0x7Pv
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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
Elks Hoops Shoot: 11/15/25 - https://aptg.co/bVzSrn
OFA Class of 2027 - Fundraiser: 11/21/25 - https://aptg.co/nZ_MBd
Thankful Together - Food, Hygiene & Toy Drive: 11/22/25 - https://aptg.co/Fz3Xq3
Cornell Cooperative Extension - DNDW Parent Classes: 11/25 - https://aptg.co/bHDRk9
Owego Youth Wrestling Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/0zgNHh
Tioga Artistic Dance Academy - Registration: 12/1/25 - https://aptg.co/JQcg4h
Upward - Youth Basketball Registration: 12/15/25 - https://aptg.co/r0x7Pv
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
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
🍎🥦 Need Food Assistance? 🥕🍞
Finding reliable food resources can be tough! Check out this guide from the Food Bank of the Southern Tier for ways to access food and meal assistance.
Please share this post to help connect our neighbors with the support they need!
#OACommunity
Finding reliable food resources can be tough! Check out this guide from the Food Bank of the Southern Tier for ways to access food and meal assistance.
Please share this post to help connect our neighbors with the support they need!
#OACommunity
In the Classroom: Winners Circle Project
“Over here, we have these guys working on the dash. Right now, they’re trying to assemble the dash. There’s a lot of little parts that they make sure work and move. We’re making progress,” Tech Ed. Teacher Nick Rodgers takes us around the classroom to show us what the Winners Circle Project Build Class has been working on. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/560f5duLewo
“Over here, we have these guys working on the dash. Right now, they’re trying to assemble the dash. There’s a lot of little parts that they make sure work and move. We’re making progress,” Tech Ed. Teacher Nick Rodgers takes us around the classroom to show us what the Winners Circle Project Build Class has been working on. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/560f5duLewo
Coach Spotlight: Bobbijo Tallon
“Seeing the hard work that athletes are putting in, I love watching Ayla this season put in all her hard work.” Bobbijo Tallon started coaching diving at Owego this year. Learn more about her and how she got her start in this Coach Spotlight here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/dAgsq0ldUxE
“Seeing the hard work that athletes are putting in, I love watching Ayla this season put in all her hard work.” Bobbijo Tallon started coaching diving at Owego this year. Learn more about her and how she got her start in this Coach Spotlight here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/dAgsq0ldUxE
Four Questions: Shannon Mason
“I’ve always liked playing at concerts and sitting next to my friends, and they’re always happy about it.” Shannon Mason talks about her time in band and what she hopes to accomplish. Learn more about Shannon as she answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/ljczBFL3vCM
“I’ve always liked playing at concerts and sitting next to my friends, and they’re always happy about it.” Shannon Mason talks about her time in band and what she hopes to accomplish. Learn more about Shannon as she answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/ljczBFL3vCM
OA REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL for Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11th. We will see everyone back in school on Wednesday, November 12th.
Some Upcoming Events:
11/14 - Football Class B Section Championship
11/15 - Volleyball Class A NYS Regional
11/17 - JV and Varsity Winter Sports Start
11/17 - OACSD Board Of Education Meeting
11/20 - 6th and 7th Grade Fall Band Concert
11/24 - 8th-12th Grade Fall Band Concert
11/26-11/28 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
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.
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
Some Upcoming Events:
11/14 - Football Class B Section Championship
11/15 - Volleyball Class A NYS Regional
11/17 - JV and Varsity Winter Sports Start
11/17 - OACSD Board Of Education Meeting
11/20 - 6th and 7th Grade Fall Band Concert
11/24 - 8th-12th Grade Fall Band Concert
11/26-11/28 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
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.
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
Upcoming Post-Season Ticket Information
Section 4 Athletics uses GO Fan digital ticketing for spectators to purchase tickets for postseason events. (Children 10 and under are FREE.)
Football - Class B Section IV Final
Friday, November 14th at 8:00 PM at Susquehanna Valley High School
GoFan Digital Ticketing Information:
Admission is:
$7.50 General Admission through GoFan Digital Ticketing only
Children 10 and under are admitted for free
Section Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes are honored
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE OFFERED
Direct Link For Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5323784?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV.
Livestream Video Available:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iypg2CIfhLo
Hudl Fan: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ny/conklin/organization/19690/susquehanna-valley-high-school
Volleyball - Class A Regionals
Saturday, November 15th at 11:00 am vs. Section 11 at Owego Free Academy
GoFan Digital Ticketing Information:
Admission is:
$9.40 General Admission through GoFan Digital Ticketing only
Children 10 and under are admitted for free
Section Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes are honored
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE OFFERED
Direct Link For Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5339324?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV.
You can see all Section 4 events and buy tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAIV.
Please contact the athletic office with any questions using Let’s Talk - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Section 4 Athletics uses GO Fan digital ticketing for spectators to purchase tickets for postseason events. (Children 10 and under are FREE.)
Football - Class B Section IV Final
Friday, November 14th at 8:00 PM at Susquehanna Valley High School
GoFan Digital Ticketing Information:
Admission is:
$7.50 General Admission through GoFan Digital Ticketing only
Children 10 and under are admitted for free
Section Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes are honored
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE OFFERED
Direct Link For Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5323784?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV.
Livestream Video Available:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iypg2CIfhLo
Hudl Fan: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ny/conklin/organization/19690/susquehanna-valley-high-school
Volleyball - Class A Regionals
Saturday, November 15th at 11:00 am vs. Section 11 at Owego Free Academy
GoFan Digital Ticketing Information:
Admission is:
$9.40 General Admission through GoFan Digital Ticketing only
Children 10 and under are admitted for free
Section Passes & NYSPHSAA Passes are honored
NO CASH TICKETS WILL BE OFFERED
Direct Link For Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5339324?schoolId=NYSPHSAAIV.
You can see all Section 4 events and buy tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAIV.
Please contact the athletic office with any questions using Let’s Talk - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.
#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Practice Makes Perfect: Two Minute Drill
“Try to be prepared for all situations. Last two minutes of the game, we need to go down and score quickly. Just kind of working on those high-stress moments.” Coach Taylor runs the team through what could be the last two minutes of a close game. Get an up-close look at their practice here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/L5ei5WBihlM
“Try to be prepared for all situations. Last two minutes of the game, we need to go down and score quickly. Just kind of working on those high-stress moments.” Coach Taylor runs the team through what could be the last two minutes of a close game. Get an up-close look at their practice here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/L5ei5WBihlM
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
“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 Community Pool Update
The Owego Apalachin Central School District Community Pool will reopen to the public on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
🗓️ Initial Opening Hours
The schedule for the community open swim is:
Monday - Friday
6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Lap Swimming
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Open Swim
⚠️ Construction and Facility Notes
Phase One: The initial phase of this project is almost complete. The majority of this work was mechanical, including all new filtration and heating systems. You will notice new starting blocks, diving boards, repaired pool deck areas, and several other updates.
Ongoing Phase One Work: Community members may still notice construction happening, as bleachers are being removed and replaced throughout this phase.
Locker Rooms: The Girls' locker room is still under construction. All female swimmers will use the hallway bathrooms during community swim hours. The changing area will be opened first once it is complete.
Phase Two: Locker Rooms, Bathrooms in the corridor, Windows, Lighting, and Desert Air System will all be updated at a later date.
🎉 Pool Rentals and Lifeguard Opportunities
Birthday Parties & Rentals
The pool can be rented by the hour based on availability for events like birthday parties. To learn more or check on availability, contact:
Summer Pierce, OA Community Swim Coordinator
Email: piercesu@oacsd.org
Pool Phone: (607) 687-6352
Or use Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Are You A Certified Lifeguard Or Interested In Learning About How To Become One?
Help the school district continue to offer open swim times!
Anyone 15 years of age and older can get certified. We can provide more information on what the requirements are.
Schedule & Webpage
Stay up-to-date with all pool events and activities by checking the monthly pool schedule on the Community Pool webpage: OA Community Pool - https://www.oacsd.org/page/oa-community-pool.
The Owego Apalachin Central School District Community Pool will reopen to the public on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
🗓️ Initial Opening Hours
The schedule for the community open swim is:
Monday - Friday
6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Lap Swimming
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Open Swim
⚠️ Construction and Facility Notes
Phase One: The initial phase of this project is almost complete. The majority of this work was mechanical, including all new filtration and heating systems. You will notice new starting blocks, diving boards, repaired pool deck areas, and several other updates.
Ongoing Phase One Work: Community members may still notice construction happening, as bleachers are being removed and replaced throughout this phase.
Locker Rooms: The Girls' locker room is still under construction. All female swimmers will use the hallway bathrooms during community swim hours. The changing area will be opened first once it is complete.
Phase Two: Locker Rooms, Bathrooms in the corridor, Windows, Lighting, and Desert Air System will all be updated at a later date.
🎉 Pool Rentals and Lifeguard Opportunities
Birthday Parties & Rentals
The pool can be rented by the hour based on availability for events like birthday parties. To learn more or check on availability, contact:
Summer Pierce, OA Community Swim Coordinator
Email: piercesu@oacsd.org
Pool Phone: (607) 687-6352
Or use Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Are You A Certified Lifeguard Or Interested In Learning About How To Become One?
Help the school district continue to offer open swim times!
Anyone 15 years of age and older can get certified. We can provide more information on what the requirements are.
Schedule & Webpage
Stay up-to-date with all pool events and activities by checking the monthly pool schedule on the Community Pool webpage: OA Community Pool - https://www.oacsd.org/page/oa-community-pool.
Student Profile: Natalia Nowetner
“I just want to make other people happy, if they see it and if they smile and say, 'Oh that’s cool,' then that would be my goal.” Natalia Nowetner shares with us how she discovered her passion for art and what she hopes others will get out of it. Learn more about Natalia in this student profile here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/WEN6CBbDsBA
“I just want to make other people happy, if they see it and if they smile and say, 'Oh that’s cool,' then that would be my goal.” Natalia Nowetner shares with us how she discovered her passion for art and what she hopes others will get out of it. Learn more about Natalia in this student profile here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/WEN6CBbDsBA
Athlete Tip: Pass Blocking
“The main goal is to stop this guy from getting to the quarterback. This guy can range from 6’5 350lbs to somebody pretty small like 5’8, they all have their different strengths and you have to come prepared every week.” Offensive Tackle Mason Hill runs through some of his techniques when it comes to pass blocking. Learn more from Mason in this week’s Athlete Tip video. https://youtu.be/-gsGKSc_P3g
“The main goal is to stop this guy from getting to the quarterback. This guy can range from 6’5 350lbs to somebody pretty small like 5’8, they all have their different strengths and you have to come prepared every week.” Offensive Tackle Mason Hill runs through some of his techniques when it comes to pass blocking. Learn more from Mason in this week’s Athlete Tip video. https://youtu.be/-gsGKSc_P3g
Behind the Scenes: Seventh Grade Jazz Band
“Everybody sounds and blends really well, and we just understand each other.”
Hear from the student musicians of the seventh-grade jazz band about how much they’re enjoying this year’s ensemble. Watch here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/bVaMu5AKyyM
“Everybody sounds and blends really well, and we just understand each other.”
Hear from the student musicians of the seventh-grade jazz band about how much they’re enjoying this year’s ensemble. Watch here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/bVaMu5AKyyM
Four Questions: Ayla Young
“How much creativity there is, it’s just a bunch of fun doing a bunch of flips and going into the air.” Ayla Young talks about how she got her start in competitive diving. Learn more about Ayla as she answers four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/757J3C18ga8
“How much creativity there is, it’s just a bunch of fun doing a bunch of flips and going into the air.” Ayla Young talks about how she got her start in competitive diving. Learn more about Ayla as she answers four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/757J3C18ga8
Four Questions: Coeburn Locke
“I want to try and get into Jazz Band A, but if not, I’d be just as happy in Jazz Band B.” Hear from Coeburn Locke about his upcoming goals for his music and time spent in band. Learn more about Coeburn and the sixteen different instruments that he plays as he answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/9MkvdS5bu3Q
“I want to try and get into Jazz Band A, but if not, I’d be just as happy in Jazz Band B.” Hear from Coeburn Locke about his upcoming goals for his music and time spent in band. Learn more about Coeburn and the sixteen different instruments that he plays as he answers four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/9MkvdS5bu3Q
Behind the Scenes: Swim and Dive Team
“That’s just how loud we are during sports meets because we’re trying so hard to make sure that we’re supported.” Learn more about the girls' varsity swim and dive team and what makes them click as a unit. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/_2XxsAsKeio
“That’s just how loud we are during sports meets because we’re trying so hard to make sure that we’re supported.” Learn more about the girls' varsity swim and dive team and what makes them click as a unit. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/_2XxsAsKeio
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
AES Parent Group - Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser: 11/4/25 - https://aptg.co/lgZKMy
OFA Sports Booster Club - Apparel Fundraiser: 11/5/25 - https://aptg.co/fYRNJR
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
Elks Hoops Shoot: 11/15/25 - https://aptg.co/bVzSrn
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
Girl Scouts - Fall Events: 12/6/25 - https://aptg.co/DQnFVV
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
AES Parent Group - Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser: 11/4/25 - https://aptg.co/lgZKMy
OFA Sports Booster Club - Apparel Fundraiser: 11/5/25 - https://aptg.co/fYRNJR
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
Elks Hoops Shoot: 11/15/25 - https://aptg.co/bVzSrn
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
Girl Scouts - Fall Events: 12/6/25 - https://aptg.co/DQnFVV
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
MUSIC REMINDER: The OAMS and OFA Fall Jazz Concert is tonight, Monday, November 3rd, at 7:30 pm in the OA Auditorium at Owego Apalachin Middle School. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/yvQ6KYJ20tI?feature=share.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
