“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 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
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.
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
Evelyn Howe enjoys every aspect of softball, a big reason why she works year-round on the sport. She’s the subject of this Player Profile on Showcase Sports TV: https://showcasesportstv.com/ofa-player-profile-evelyn-howe/ @OFAAthletics1 l @OFA_Sports_BC
How a childhood full of “a million coloring books” is leading Alyssa Morales to a lifetime of Art. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://showcaseartstv.com/4-questions-alyssa-morales/ #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
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May 20, 2022
Dear Owego Apalachin School Community,
On behalf of the Board of Education and myself, I would like to thank you for the continued support of our school district by passing all three propositions this past Tuesday. The school district is looking forward to the opportunity to improve our facilities and grow our academic programs. We acknowledge our school community's importance in students' success, both now and in years to come. We also recognize how our students play a vital role in advancing the local community and surrounding region post-graduation. We are excited about the opportunities that our new OA Career Center will provide students and local business partners. We continue to raise expectations for teaching and learning throughout the school district while enhancing STEAM offerings, enrichment, career and technical education programs, music, literacy, and extracurricular activities. There are many exciting opportunities ahead for OA Students.
June is always a busy and exciting time around the district. Students are focused on finishing up their end-of-year tasks, preparing for exams, and finishing schoolwork. They also enjoy many fun activities, field trips, picnics, and other exciting year-end events with their friends and classmates.
We look forward to seeing you at some events on campus over the next month.
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
OFA Class of 2022 Car Parade from AES to OFA - June 14th at 6:00 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 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
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.
OA Together,
Corey
