Sullivan O’Donnell demonstrates the versatility of the trumpet plunger mute in this Practice Tip on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/ofa-music-tip-how-to-use-plunger-mute-with-sullivan-odonnell/ @OABands l @OaBoosters #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Whether as stress relief or a way to express herself, music is unlike anything else to Sarah Tammariello. She’s the subject of the latest Profile on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/ofa-student-profile-sarah-tammariello/ @OABands l @OAChoirs l @OaBoosters #OAPride
Carly Kirtland’s softball career began on another diamond. Learn where it will continue after high school when she answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/4-questions-carly-kirtland/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC #OACommunity #OAPride
How long has Daniel Schofield been playing baseball? Longer than he can remember. He answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/4-questions-daniel-schofield/ @OFAAthletics1 l @ofa_baseball l @OFA_Sports_BC #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
“I think it’s a really beautiful instrument.” The saxophone wasn’t Ryan Barnes’ first choice of instrument. Now, he’s grateful for all of the experiences it's given him. He answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-ryan-barnes/ @OABands
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OA Update: Registration for OA Summer Enrichment Camps will open on Tuesday, May 31st.
Our summer enrichment camps will include four and five-day options, beginning July 11th and ending August 19th.
The daily schedule will remain the same as in previous years (unless otherwise noted per camp):
Breakfast: 8:00-8:30
AM Session: 8:30-11:30
Lunch: 11:30-12:00
PM Session: 12:00-3:00
Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for ALL students attending a camp or not.
The district will provide transportation before Breakfast and again following the last program of the day (3:00). Mid-day pick-up/drop-off will be the responsibility of families.
Get more Summer Enrichment information here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/enrichment
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk and select ‘Summer Enrichment’ as your topic.
OA REMINDER: There will be NO School for Memorial Day Recess: Friday, May 27, 2022, and Monday, May 30, 2022.
Have a nice long weekend.
Upcoming Events:
OA District Art Show 'Resilience’ - June 6th at 6:30 pm (OAMS Gymnasium)
OA Athletics Block ‘O’ Awards Show - June 12th at 4:00 pm (OA Theater)
OFA Jazz on the Lawn Concert - June 13th at 7:00 pm
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) - Tuesday, June 14, 2022 (Full-Day)
Regents Exams take place June 15th through June 24th (Regents Letter)
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
Vincent Kneller has gone from not making the cut for the band in 4th grade to composing his own pieces and achieving perfection at NYSMMA. He answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-vincent-kneller/ @OABands l @OaBoosters #OAPride
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The Owego Apalachin Athletics Department proudly presents the 2022 Block O Sports Awards Show on Sunday, June 12th, 2022, at 4:00 pm in person in the OA Theater.
Everyone is invited to attend the Block O Awards program. The show will highlight the 2021-2022 year in athletics and present awards to deserving student-athletes, coaches, and teams.
We are excited to be back in person after two years of a virtual show. Those not familiar with the Block O Awards can look for previous videos on our YouTube Channel. Student-Athletes, Teams are nominated for different awards by each program's head varsity coach. Coaches review nominations and vote for each category.
This is a FUN event - you won't want to miss it!
Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/zURPsaAo9DM
The Owego Apalachin Football Club (OAFC) has opened up registration for the 2022 season. Sign up for a Football Team or Cheer Squad on their website: https://www.oafootballclub.com/ Get more information here: https://5il.co/1b0bo #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
The Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways is hosting a DANCE PARTY at Coburn Free Library on Thursday, May 26th at 5:00 pm. Click here for more info: https://5il.co/1b096 Contact the Girl Scouts with any questions here: lbokal@gsnypenn.org #OACommunity
OES 2nd Grade enjoying some time in the pool this morning. Great to see the kids in the water and enjoying the pool!!
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“I love creating. I love seeing the fruits of my labor as a whole.” Hailey Wansor comes from an artistic family. It’s no wonder she plans to turn her creativity into a career. 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-hailey-wansor/ #OAPride
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The OA Art Department announces the annual K-12 district art show. This year's show, titled Resilience, opens June 6th, with a celebration from 6:30-8 pm, before the Spring Choral Concert in the OAMS Gymnasium. The show will hang through June 8th at 11 am. #OAPride #OATradition
The OFA softball team begins sectional postseason play on Monday afternoon when it hosts Waverly. This season, the confident group has been playing – and winning – as a family. See more on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/ofa-softball-post-season-preview/ #OAPride
The OFA baseball team takes on Oneonta Monday afternoon in the opening round of the Section IV Class B playoffs. Watch a postseason preview on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/ofa-baseball-post-season-preview/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC l @ofa_baseball