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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
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
Check out his socials and website for more: https://jaredcampbell.com/
#OESRiverHawks #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
🔔 Let Freedom Ring at Owego Elementary! 🇺🇸✨
On Tuesday, May 26th, Bob Bassett from the Charles H. Bassett Youth Foundation visited with Mrs. Masse's and Mrs. Harris's classes to present official America 250 Owego Recognition Certificates.
🎉 About the America 250 Contest
With the United States Semiquincentennial (250th Birthday!) coming up this July 4th, 2026, our students were challenged to channel their creativity around the theme: “Let Freedom Ring: Celebrating America’s Liberty, Justice, Beauty and Independence.”
Swipe through the photos to see more! 👇📸
#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity
On Tuesday, May 26th, Bob Bassett from the Charles H. Bassett Youth Foundation visited with Mrs. Masse's and Mrs. Harris's classes to present official America 250 Owego Recognition Certificates.
🎉 About the America 250 Contest
With the United States Semiquincentennial (250th Birthday!) coming up this July 4th, 2026, our students were challenged to channel their creativity around the theme: “Let Freedom Ring: Celebrating America’s Liberty, Justice, Beauty and Independence.”
Swipe through the photos to see more! 👇📸
#OESRiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity
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!
🎉 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!
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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!
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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
OES Families, tune in to watch the talent show!
Talent show times will be today, May 20th at 8:00am and 9:00am
https://www.youtube.com/live/4xSKRMnorVk
Talent show times will be today, May 20th at 8:00am and 9:00am
https://www.youtube.com/live/4xSKRMnorVk
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.
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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.
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