Art Project Showcase with Julia Robertson

Third grader Julia Roberson shows us her leaf project that she had on display at the art show. Learn how she made it here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/Qr1jMj5gQYo
3 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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🎉 Huge congratulations to Owego Apalachin Central School District Board of Education member, Linda Gretz! 🎉

Linda has been awarded the NYSSBA Lifetime Achievement Award (Level 4)—the highest recognition given to school board members by the New York State School Boards Association!

This prestigious honor celebrates ultimate dedication, leadership, and continuous learning. To achieve Level 4 status, board members must work their way through NYSSBA's Recognition Program, accumulating at least 500 points through specialized training, law conferences, seminars, and leadership roles.

Linda’s commitment to our schools and community is truly unmatched:
🍎 20 years of shaping young minds as a classroom teacher.
💼 10 years of dedicated leadership on the OA Board of Education.

That is three decades of service to our students, staff, and families! Along with this well-deserved recognition in NYSSBA’s On Board publication, Linda receives a commemorative Lifetime Achievement Plaque and an Executive Pen Set.

Thank you, Linda, and congratulations!

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride
3 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Behind the Scenes: Physics Bus

“So today we have all types of interactive exhibits, where you can do different things, interact with light, sound, touch, magnetism, and through interactivity understand principles of physics.” The physics bus was at Owego Elementary School, giving students the chance for some hands-on learning. See what they got to do in this behind-the-scenes on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/QZgF6tDGNV8
3 days ago, Owego Elementary School
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Behind the Scenes: Art Show

“Tonight is all about the kids; it’s about displaying and showcasing all of the hard work they’ve put in throughout the year.” K through 12 students got to display their art and have the community come and see all of their efforts. Learn more about how excited the students were to be a part of such an amazing opportunity here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/vf3nu8P1enI
4 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Important Update: Summer 2026 Capital Project Work and Campus Traffic Changes

Dear School Community,

As we transition into the summer break, we are excited to take the next steps in our District Capital Project. These upgrades will greatly improve our facilities for students, staff, and community members.

Because several major projects kick off this week, there will be immediate impacts on campus traffic, parking, and facility access. Please review the breakdown of upcoming work below.

AES Updates
Cafeteria Renovation: Work is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026.

Playground Upgrades: Delivery of the new playground equipment has been slightly delayed. It is now expected to arrive in late summer or early fall. We will share updates on installation timelines as soon as they are confirmed.

Owego Free Academy Updates (OFA & OAMS Campus)
Work on the athletic field officially started today, June 22, 2026. In the large OFA lot near the Island Field.

Pool Locker Rooms & Bathrooms: Renovation work is underway. To maintain facility availability, locker rooms will be remodeled one at a time.

Critical Traffic, Parking & Safety Adjustments (Starting June 23)
To ensure the safety of our community and construction crews, major safety fencing will be installed starting tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23. Please note the following closures:

Fencing will be installed from the island to the main building. The front of OFA is completely shut down to traffic and pedestrians.

Pool Parking Lot Closed: This lot will be entirely closed and used as a construction staging area. Community members using the pool should plan to park in the main lot at the middle school and walk around the building to the pool entrance.

Campus Traffic Routing: Because of these closures, all campus traffic must utilize the OAMS parking lot for entry, exit, and parking. This includes any use of the stadium.

Safety Reminder: Construction zones will be clearly marked and fenced off. For your safety, please do not enter any restricted areas and use extra caution when driving through the OAMS parking lot.

We appreciate your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we work to improve our schools. We will continue to keep you updated as these projects progress throughout the summer and fall!
6 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, June 22, 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/live/TOWD2Ssqvi8.

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
6 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Four Questions: Lennyn Flint

“My favorite part about art is that you don’t have to do just one thing; you can make your own, and you don’t have to copy others. You can think about what you like and what your personality is, and it’s just for fun. You can talk to your friends and make weird things, and it doesn’t have to be perfect.” Third grader Lennyn Flint spoke to us about how important art is to her and what she’s able to take away from it. Learn more about Lennyn as she answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/jaq8kNuupXg
6 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Owego Elementary School Families,

Tomorrow, Monday, June 22, is officially the last day of school! Please note that this is a half-day for all students, and dismissal will be at 11:00 AM.

Thank you so much for your incredible patience, cooperation, and support throughout this school year. We hope you and your family have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer break!

7 days ago, Owego Elementary School
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🏊 OA Community Pool Update
The Owego Apalachin Central School District Community Pool has updated hours for June and July.

Starting Monday, June 22nd, open swim will be 7-10:30 am Monday through Friday, and 12-4 pm on Sundays in June.

Starting July 13th, open swim will be 7-8:30 am on Monday and Friday, but will continue to be 7-10:30 am on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Sundays in July will switch to 10 am-2 pm.

🗓️ The schedule for the community lap and open swim is:

Google Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=Y19uMGw4cTY0ZWNxcXAwbjM1NnRzbXBvMGtnc0Bncm91cC5jYWxlbmRhci5nb29nbGUuY29t
Click here for a printed copy: https://aptg.co/zS6RC5

🎉 Pool Rentals and Lifeguard Opportunities
Birthday Parties & Rentals
The pool can be rented by the hour, subject to 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 about the requirements.

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.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity
9 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
June Pool Schedule
July Pool Schedule
Tour of the Physics Bus

“A lot of this is made from recycled materials, things people were going to throw out, like this old CRT TV.” Check out a bunch of the exhibits on the Physics Bus. We got a tour of all the interactive learning displays that the students got to play with. Learn more here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/-TD4zEViano
10 days ago, Owego Elementary School
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The Owego Free Academy Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will be held today, Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 6:00 pm, outside at the OFA Christy J. Valvo Stadium. In the event of severe weather, the ceremony will be moved inside the OFA Reppert gymnasium.

The ceremony will be streamed on our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/OPa0pfLnqEM.

Congratulations to the OFA Class of 2026!

#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
10 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
Congrats Class of 2026
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.

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
12 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
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Tour of the OA District Art Show

Art Teacher Jolene Williams gives us a tour of the annual art show. Get a look at a bunch of the projects the students worked on this year, here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/k18EmjcmyC4
12 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
Art Show Tour
The 2026 Block O Sports Awards are tonight, Monday, June 15, 2026, at 7:00 pm. Come watch live in the OA Theater at OAMS/OFA or catch the live stream on our YouTube Page here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TDuBiILCNw. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #BlockO2026
13 days ago, Owego Apalachin Athletics
Block O 2026 Program Cover
ICYMI: Owego Elementary School had fun with Physics thanks to the Ithaca Physics Bus. Check out the news stories and our photo gallery for more:

WENY TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P9jL5A-BiY

WICZ TV FOX 40 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJtuhn3ftYY

Photo Gallery - https://photos.app.goo.gl/RK2Av6zhRsMBLyMM8

#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether
20 days ago, Owego Elementary School
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OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.

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 - https://aptg.co/XNxdPL

The Dance Station - Adult Classes: 6/29/26 - https://aptg.co/QdVHCq

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

Legacy Fitness - Summer Camp: 7/6/26 - https://aptg.co/x8tBt4

Legacy Fitness - QB Camp: 7/6/26 - https://aptg.co/JPpcZq

Legacy Fitness - Summer Strength and Conditioning: 7/6/26 - https://aptg.co/PRQz-5

BU - Microelectronics Camp: 7/13/26 - https://aptg.co/gyV0QF

Legacy Fitness - Football Lineman Camp: 7/20/26 - https://aptg.co/8_Ltrf

OA Youth Field Hockey - Registration: 8/15/26 - https://aptg.co/dQ7ZGn

TIO - Basic Computer Classes: 10/23/26 - https://aptg.co/MfLKq6

Tioga Opportunities - Volunteers Needed - https://aptg.co/Mh3qVR

Tioga Opportunities - Access To Home Program - https://aptg.co/NqclDh

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
23 days ago, Owego Apalachin CSD
OA Football Club
Stuffy Town Flier
Legacy Fitness Summer Camp
Legacy Fitness Summer Strength Camp
BU Microelectronics Flier
Legacy Fitness Lineman Camp
OA youth Field Hockey Registration
TIO Volunteers Needed
TCYSA Owego Flier
TCYSA Apalachin Flier
The Physics Bus stopped at Owego Elementary School this week.

This isn't your average ride; it's a mobile science powerhouse packed with more than 20 interactive exhibits designed to bring physics and the natural world to life.

What makes it so special? Every exhibit is built using common household items. Students actively experiment, problem-solve, and challenge themselves.

Swipe through to see the action! 📸

Learn more about the tour and its mission: https://freescienceworkshop.org/physicsbus/

Special thanks to the Owego Elementary School PTO for its support of the visit.

#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
24 days ago, Owego Elementary School
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Physics Bus At OES
Owego Elementary School 4th graders had the incredible opportunity to step into the shoes of engineers! Partnering with representatives from Lockheed Martin, students used LEGO WeDo kits to design, build, and program their very own robotic creations.

The ultimate test? An epic robot tug-of-war! Students had to think on their feet, refine their code, and upgrade their designs to out-pull the competition.

Beyond the fun, this hands-on experience sparked incredible creativity, critical thinking, and a firsthand look at real-world STEM careers.

#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA #OACommunity
26 days ago, Owego Elementary School
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
Lockheed Martin Legos At OES
MUSIC REMINDER: The OES 4th Grade Spring Concert is tonight, Tuesday, June 2nd, at 6:30 pm, in the OES Theatre at Owego Elementary School. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/FDDdn7-91LU.

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
26 days ago, Owego Elementary School
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Singer/Songwriter Jared Campbell visited Owego Elementary School and put on an incredible performance.

Check out his socials and website for more: https://jaredcampbell.com/

#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #ThisIsOA
26 days ago, Owego Elementary School
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
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J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit
J Campbell Music Visit