Dear OA Families,
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! I hope you enjoyed a summer filled with rest, connection, and memorable experiences with family and friends. As we open our doors once again, I want to express my excitement for the year ahead and reaffirm our dedicated commitment to your children and this community.
Our work remains guided by our SOAR Initiative (Student–Opportunities–Accelerate–Readiness), focusing on daily learning experiences and long-term growth to ensure our students are ready for their futures. This school year, we are continuing our pathway development to align closely with NY Inspires, expanding opportunities for all learners.
Our Core Goals for 2026–2027
Improving Student Achievement: We remain focused on providing rigorous, personalized learning experiences that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong skills.
Development of Pathways to Support NY Inspires: We are dedicated to offering multiple pathways so every student can find their place, showcase their unique talents, and take part in wonderful, engaging learning experiences. This work will align with New York State’s new graduation requirements.
Continued Focus on Safety & Wellness: As always, the safety, security, and emotional well-being of our students and staff remain our absolute top priority.
Campus Construction & Facility Updates
You will notice ongoing progress across our campus spaces as we invest in improving our learning environments:
Owego Free Academy (OFA) & Owego Apalachin Middle School (OAMS): Construction has been actively taking place across the secondary campus to enhance facilities, support student programs, and bring the buildings up to state-of-the-art standards, including new HVAC systems and a multi-purpose athletic field.
Apalachin Elementary School (AES): Construction will take place in select spaces, including updates to the cafeteria. In addition, work is scheduled to officially begin on the brand-new playground in 2026-2027.
Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve our facilities. Every decision we make centers on supporting our students' growth, well-being, and success. I am grateful for the strong partnerships we share with our families and community.
Let’s make 2026–2027 an incredible year of discovery, achievement, and growth as we continue to SOAR together!
Warm regards,
Dr. Corey A. Green
Superintendent of Schools
Owego Apalachin Central School District
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