Owego Free Academy

Step into autumn magic at Owego Free Academy's Night 5k on Friday, September 19, at 9:30 PM! 🍂✨ Our campus will be glowing with lights and alive with live music for a fun, festive evening.

Whether you're a serious runner or just looking for a fun walk with friends, this event is for everyone. Come early to cheer on local high school runners before our community race begins!

Race Schedule:

5:45 PM: Kids Run (1K)

6:05 PM: Modified Boys (1.65mi)

6:35 PM: Modified Girls (1.65mi)

7:05 PM: JV Boys 5K

7:40 PM: JV Girls 5K

8:20 PM: Varsity Boys 5K

8:50 PM: Varsity Girls 5K

9:30 PM: Open Community 5K ($15)

Details:

What: Owego Free Academy Night 5K

When: Friday, September 19 @ 9:30 PM

Where: 1 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego, NY 13827

Cost: $15

Here is the link to sign up on Runsignup: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Owego/NightInvite

Grab your glow gear, and let's light up the night together! 🏃‍♀️💡

#OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OFA5K #OwegoFreeAcademy #NightRun #CommunityEvent #FallFun

OA REMINDER: School Bus Transportation Survey. We kindly ask that all families take a moment to fill out the survey for the upcoming school year. Click here for more information and to fill out the survey: https://www.oacsd.org/article/2337768 #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

Help feed the future! School Nutrition Workers are needed. If you're looking for consistency, community, and a schedule that follows the school year, this is the job for you! We welcome all applicants. Apply here: www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/ #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

The 2025 Fall Sports Season starts today! Section IV Athletics would like to remind everyone of the importance of high school athletics and sportsmanship. Take a moment to watch their video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cbxZB3ExFQ.

Let's make this season a great one, both on and off the field!

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

School starts soon! Join our school cafeteria teams! Benefits include early morning shifts, a school calendar schedule, holidays, and potential full-time roles. Perfect for anyone seeking daytime hours or a second career! Visit www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/ to apply! #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

Making great progress on the community pool area! 🏊‍♂️ Despite some delays, the team's been hard at work getting the space ready. Here's what's been happening: updates to the tile and pool deck, filtration system, and locker room. Stay tuned for more updates. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity

Our summer building trades students are busy with some awesome hands-on projects! While contractors tackle the big areas, our students are gaining real-world experience by building a new shed, performing demo work, and installing drywall at the Liberty Street house. #OARiverHawks

Pressconnects has released its Elite Athletes of the Spring lists. Congratulations to the following River Hawks: Stella Palladino - OFA Track & Field, Madison McEvoy - OFA Lacrosse, Carsten Crawford - OFA Softball, Elijah Lewis and Conlan Taylor - OFA Baseball, Ashlyn Dalton, Olivia Dodge, Bella Silvestri, and Kylie Grippen - OFA Flag Football. Find the complete lists with a paid subscription at - https://www.pressconnects.com/sports/high-schools/. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride

Checking in on the work happening inside Reppert Gymnasium at OFA. Original basketball hoops have all been removed, the ceiling and walls have been painted, and the floor is coming out section by section. It's been a busy few weeks with a lot more to come! Can't wait to see the finished product. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether

River Hawks Athletics Reminder:

Arbiter Sports/Family ID Registration Opens for:
All Varsity/JV Sports 7/21/2025
Modified Football & Modified Cross Country: 8/5/2025
All Other Modified Sports: 8/11/2025

*Registration dates are based on the start date for each level/sport. Health updates cannot be submitted more than 30 days prior to the first practice. This is why there are different registration open dates for different sports/levels.

Use the following link to register: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district

Official Fall Season Start Dates:
Varsity and JV Sports: 8/18/2025
Modified Football & Modified Cross Country: 8/25/2025
All Other Modified Sports: First Day of School 9/3/2025

Pre-participation sports physicals are required for all interscholastic athletes yearly. In partnership with UHS Sports Medicine, Owego Apalachin Central School District is offering optional sports physicals on Wednesday, August 13th, from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. These physicals are free of charge and will be valid for one year from the date of the physical. Please register here: https://students.arbitersports.com/owego-apalachin-central-school-district/fall-sports-physicals-august-13th-2025

Fall Sports Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JfB_vjJQ5uDgTBkZccyres_gR_EcXLxq-R2oMbGxXdI/edit?usp=sharing
Sportsmanship Letter: https://5il.co/2vay3

Additional River Hawks Athletics Information can be found on our website here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/riverhawksathletics

Please contact the Athletic Department directly with any questions.
Phone: (607) 687-7301 ext. 7061
Let's Talk! - Contact Athletics - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk

The Large Group Instruction (LGI) space located off the OFA lobby has been a busy place the last few weeks. Seating removed, concrete ramp poured, and new ramp side entry walls and door going up. Looking forward to seeing this space all come together. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether

The Owego Apalachin Central School District has several transportation openings. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation

#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OAisYOU #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition

OA REMINDER: Free Summer Meal Program in Tioga County. Click here for more information: https://5il.co/3lv79 #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity

River Hawks Athletics Reminder:

Arbiter Sports/Family ID Registration Opens for:
All Varsity/JV Sports 7/21/2025
Modified Football & Modified Cross Country: 8/5/2025
All Other Modified Sports: 8/11/2025

*Registration dates are based on the start date for each level/sport. Health updates cannot be submitted more than 30 days prior to the first practice. This is why there are different registration open dates for different sports/levels.

Use the following link to register: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district

Official Fall Season Start Dates:
Varsity and JV Sports: 8/18/2025
Modified Football & Modified Cross Country: 8/25/2025
All Other Modified Sports: First Day of School 9/3/2025

Fall Sports Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JfB_vjJQ5uDgTBkZccyres_gR_EcXLxq-R2oMbGxXdI/edit?usp=sharing
Sportsmanship Letter: https://5il.co/2vay3

Additional River Hawks Athletics Information can be found on our website here: https://www.oacsd.org/page/riverhawksathletics

Please contact the Athletic Department directly with any questions.
Phone: (607) 687-7301 ext. 7061
Let's Talk! - Contact Athletics - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk

In the Classroom: Music Theory
“We’re working on this piece where we have to compose a piece and show everyone what it’s all about. And I’m working on composing this little song I’ve been working on.” Sonny Petro plays for us a sample of a song he’s composing for his Music Theory class. Learn more about Sonny and his process here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/fMzK7OD78Ug

OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, July 14, 2025, 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 also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/CeiDrNzHdrA.

Board meeting agendas and meetings are posted on Board Docs on our website 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.

Athlete Tip: Throwing the Ball, Flag Football
“Sometimes beginner quarterbacks will sometimes make the mistake of trying to get all of their fingers on the seams, which isn’t the case. Since I have smaller hands, my ring finger, I put all the way up here. And I don’t grip it too tight, because if you grip it too much your spiral won’t come out as good as you want it.” Kylie Grippen, a quarterback on the flag football team shows how she throws a proper spiral. Learn more from her here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/3iSaeiKK7yQ

District Art Show: Project Winner Elliot Cosme
“This is the first time I’ve ever won a ribbon.” Elliot Cosme breaks down her line animal project that earned her a 3rd place ribbon. Learn more about the inspiration from her and what went into the project here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/XT3kYZX3UBE

Lindsey Williams Read Excerpt From Her New Book, Where the Valley Widens
Listen to OFA Band Director Lindsey Williams read from the first chapter of the new book she has written. In the excerpt, she details one of her first encounters with an administrator who gives her a helpful piece of advice. Listen here, on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/lppaWFmtlz8