A fun run turned into a serious pursuit for track athlete Jace Stuart. The answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/4-questions-jace-stuart/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC l @OFA_XC #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OA REMINDER: There will be NO School in observance of Juneteenth: Monday, June 20, 2022.
Have a great long weekend, and Happy Father’s Day!
Upcoming Events:
OES 5th Grade Moving-Up Ceremony - June 21st at 6:00 pm
OAMS 8th Grade Moving-Up Ceremony - June 22nd at 1:30 pm (OA Theater)
AES 5th Grade Moving-Up Ceremony - June 22nd at 6:00 pm
OFA Class of 2022 Car Parade from AES to OFA - June 23rd at 6:00 pm
OFA Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony - June 24th at 6:00 pm
Each school will share specific event information with students and families. Please contact your building with any questions. Or reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
Last Day of Instruction:
Owego Free Academy (Grades 9-12) - Regents Exams continue June 21st through June 23rd
Owego Apalachin Middle School (Grades 6-8) - Thursday, June 23, 2022 (Half-Day) OAMS will dismiss students at 12:00 pm
Owego and Apalachin Elementary Schools (Grades PreK-5) - Thursday, June 23, 2022 (Half-Day) OES & AES will dismiss students at 11:00 am.
There will not be any after-school care. Wednesday, June 22nd, will be the last day of the After School Program.
#OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Owego Apalachin Middle School 6th grade had a talent show on Wednesday morning. The show featured singing, dancing, instruments, and more. Check out the video of the performances here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqF-G5oYrj0 @OaBoosters #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Softball has always been a big part of Lauren Gilbert’s life. And it will continue to be. Watch her Player Profile on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/athlete-profile-lauren-gilbert/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OAMS Reminder: The 8th grade moving-up ceremony will be in person on June 22nd at 1:30 pm in the Auditorium. This event will also be live-streamed to view on our YouTube channel. ***There is NO longer a drive through moving-up event this evening, Thursday, June 16. Please call the main office at (607) 687-7302 with any questions. #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
“It’s no secret; we’re in dire need of tradespeople.” OFA’s Trades II class teaches a world of building skills through demolition and construction. Watch more on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/ofa-building-trades-ii/ #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
“It’s helped me a lot through school and through everything, really.” Softball has been more than a game to Jordan Greeno. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/4-questions-jordan-greeno/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC #OACommunity #OAPride
OA Update: Check out these fun local activities! ----- The Tioga County 'Fun in the Sun!' Summer 2022 Guide can be found here: https://5il.co/1cb3g ----- The Coburn Free Library 'Summer Reading Programs' can be found here: https://5il.co/1cb2m #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OA Reminder: TCYSA Fall 2022 Registration is now open. OA families interested in youth soccer for kids ages four up through 6th grade can get more information here: https://5il.co/1cb10. #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
The OFA & OAMS Jazz Bands had a beautiful night for Jazz on the Lawn. If you missed the performance, you could check out the YouTube live stream: https://youtu.be/i2HSFgTk85Y, or see more photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/WEHzBPm77jz3DVXV6 @OABands l @OaBoosters #OAPride
The OFA Class of 2022 participated in a 'Clap Out' today. The Seniors received their cap & gown & visited OES & AES, where the hallways were lined with students & staff to cheer them on. View the photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/JJpcJLWrqa57pECS7 #OAPride #OATradition
“That’s really special to me.” Why Joseph Palladino’s favorite memory of music has nothing to do with the instrument he plays. He answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-joseph-palladino/ @OABands l @OaBoosters #OACommunity #OAPride
Confidence was key for Ethan English as he hit cleanup for the OFA baseball team this year. See how his game has grown on this Player Profile on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/ofa-athlete-profile-ethan-english/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC #OAPride
OA Reminder: The Jazz on the Lawn concert is tonight, June 13th, at 6:00 pm. The Jazz Bands from OAMS & OFA will perform on the lawn outside the music wing near the main OAMS/OFA entrance. Watch the live stream here: https://youtu.be/gEimK-3Q7dA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
The love of the saxophone passed through generations to Alexandra Senko. Hear how she’ll continue that legacy as a music teacher when she answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-alexandra-senko/ @OABands l @OAChoirs l @OaBoosters #OAPride
Congratulations to the State Cup Soccer players from Owego Free Academy.
Jace Riegel - BC United
Lily Morton - BC United
Erin McDonald - SDA
They will all compete in Regional play In West Virginia on June 24th. #OACommunity #OAPride @OFAAthletics1
Owego Free Academy diving coach, Roger Katchuk, will be running an introduction to the springboard diving clinic on Saturday, June 18th, from 10:00 am to 11:300 am. The clinic is open to students in 6th-9th grade—Email rkatchuk@yahoo.com with questions. Click here for more information: https://5il.co/1c2od
OA Reminder: Please take some time to read the following letter about the Regents Exams starting this week on Wednesday, June 15th, and running through June 23rd. The letter contains specific information about the Regents Exam schedule, transportation, and other guidelines for testing. If you have any questions, please contact the main office directly at (607) 687-7301. Click here for the letter: https://5il.co/1agqe
OA Reminder: The Block 'O' Sports Awards are Sunday, June 12th at 4:00 pm. Celebrate the year in sports and help us honor our athletes, teams & coaches. Can't make it in person? Watch live on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MANKER-Hdg #OAPride #OATradition
“To be able to sing and let out all that emotion is good for a lot of kids.” A desire to be a well-rounded student led Zachary Donnelly to join chorus. Find out what’s kept him there with 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-zachary-donnelly/