Choir Tip with Josiah Marshall: Warm Ups
Josiah Marshall demonstrates some warm-ups that he uses to get his voice ready for a performance. Watch here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/Cq_vZugyX7A
Josiah Marshall demonstrates some warm-ups that he uses to get his voice ready for a performance. Watch here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/Cq_vZugyX7A
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
Girl Scouts - 2nd and 3rd Grade Event: 1/26/26 - https://aptg.co/p1rq4k
NY Rush - Soccer Clinics: 2/2/26 - https://aptg.co/zRL3bN
OA Musical - High School Musical: 2/6 - 2/8 - https://aptg.co/tZ2t7Z
OFA Class of 26 - Pickleball Tournament Registration: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/4msb6N
Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parenting Classes: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/r_GqZ0
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
Tots Music Classes Owego - https://aptg.co/Qz2f9G
Cub Scout Pack 37 - 2025-2026 Events - https://aptg.co/nTd_FR
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
Girl Scouts - 2nd and 3rd Grade Event: 1/26/26 - https://aptg.co/p1rq4k
NY Rush - Soccer Clinics: 2/2/26 - https://aptg.co/zRL3bN
OA Musical - High School Musical: 2/6 - 2/8 - https://aptg.co/tZ2t7Z
OFA Class of 26 - Pickleball Tournament Registration: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/4msb6N
Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parenting Classes: 2/24/26 - https://aptg.co/r_GqZ0
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/GJ2mm_
Food Bank Of The Southern Tier - Food Assistance - https://aptg.co/1zD4KS
Tots Music Classes Owego - https://aptg.co/Qz2f9G
Cub Scout Pack 37 - 2025-2026 Events - https://aptg.co/nTd_FR
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
Practice Makes Perfect: Two-on-Two Full Court Drill
“We’re kinda going back and forth up and down the court here, we got our JV and Varsity teams combined. So they have different partners that they might be with at different skill levels. We’re putting some girls in some different spots where they might not handle the ball as much as others, but this is a good opportunity for them to learn.” Get to see some of the drills the girls' basketball team is working on in this segment of Practice Makes Perfect on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/NaAWcT78xRk
“We’re kinda going back and forth up and down the court here, we got our JV and Varsity teams combined. So they have different partners that they might be with at different skill levels. We’re putting some girls in some different spots where they might not handle the ball as much as others, but this is a good opportunity for them to learn.” Get to see some of the drills the girls' basketball team is working on in this segment of Practice Makes Perfect on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/NaAWcT78xRk
Dear Parent/Guardian and OFA Student:
The January 2026 regents exam schedule is attached. As seen on the district calendar (and from our OFA January Updates email), due to a large number of students taking the exams on Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be holding exam-only days on Tuesday, January 20th, and Wednesday, January 21st. If your child is not scheduled to take an exam on those days and has not been asked to come in for review, NWEA, and/or to make up work, they will NOT attend school on Tuesday, January 20th, or Wednesday, January 21st.
Transportation will be set up for any students who typically require busing. Students testing in the AM will follow their regular bus times. Transportation will take students home around noon. Students taking a PM exam will be brought in by 12:15 pm. They will then ride their normal 3:20 bus home. The afternoon exam students will get a phone call from their driver about when they will be picked up. Anyone who needs extra time can still get a ride home by calling the Bus Garage at 607-687-7305.
Due to the small number of students testing on Thursday and Friday, we will follow our regular school day schedule for ALL 9th - 12th grade students on Thursday, January 22nd, and Friday, January 23rd. Any students scheduled to take an exam on either of those days will come at the normal start time and will be provided a testing location for each exam(s).
Please contact my office at 607-687-7301 or by using Let’s Talk!. Thank you all.
Sincerely,
Phil Schofield, Principal
Click here for a PDF version of the letter: https://aptg.co/J9kxxc.
The January 2026 regents exam schedule is attached. As seen on the district calendar (and from our OFA January Updates email), due to a large number of students taking the exams on Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be holding exam-only days on Tuesday, January 20th, and Wednesday, January 21st. If your child is not scheduled to take an exam on those days and has not been asked to come in for review, NWEA, and/or to make up work, they will NOT attend school on Tuesday, January 20th, or Wednesday, January 21st.
Transportation will be set up for any students who typically require busing. Students testing in the AM will follow their regular bus times. Transportation will take students home around noon. Students taking a PM exam will be brought in by 12:15 pm. They will then ride their normal 3:20 bus home. The afternoon exam students will get a phone call from their driver about when they will be picked up. Anyone who needs extra time can still get a ride home by calling the Bus Garage at 607-687-7305.
Due to the small number of students testing on Thursday and Friday, we will follow our regular school day schedule for ALL 9th - 12th grade students on Thursday, January 22nd, and Friday, January 23rd. Any students scheduled to take an exam on either of those days will come at the normal start time and will be provided a testing location for each exam(s).
Please contact my office at 607-687-7301 or by using Let’s Talk!. Thank you all.
Sincerely,
Phil Schofield, Principal
Click here for a PDF version of the letter: https://aptg.co/J9kxxc.
NOTICE TO THE OA SCHOOL COMMUNITY
Please be advised that the Owego Apalachin Central School District community pool will be shut down starting Monday, January 12, 2026, until further notice. The pool will be reopened following the installation of new bleachers. This phase of the construction project could take up to two weeks. We will communicate once the pool is reopened for all activities. We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to enhance the long-term safety, functionality, and quality of the pool.
Thank you,
Owego Apalachin Central School District
Please be advised that the Owego Apalachin Central School District community pool will be shut down starting Monday, January 12, 2026, until further notice. The pool will be reopened following the installation of new bleachers. This phase of the construction project could take up to two weeks. We will communicate once the pool is reopened for all activities. We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to enhance the long-term safety, functionality, and quality of the pool.
Thank you,
Owego Apalachin Central School District
OA REMINDER: The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting tonight, Monday, January 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Apalachin Elementary School, 405 Pennsylvania Avenue, Apalachin, NY 13732.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/mLnhLuakIns.
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.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/live/mLnhLuakIns.
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.
Student Profile: Sam Beyer
Sam Beyer wants to one day become a computer engineer or an electrical engineer. See how his work at the IT student work program has helped him learn some valuable skills along the way. Learn more about Sam in this student profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/msyJzeKuYzU
Sam Beyer wants to one day become a computer engineer or an electrical engineer. See how his work at the IT student work program has helped him learn some valuable skills along the way. Learn more about Sam in this student profile on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/msyJzeKuYzU
Four Questions: Jon Curley
“My favorite part about this class is the people that you get to meet, and the opportunities it opened me up to.” Jon Curley wants to one day be a mechanic, learn more about him and his journey through the Winners Circle Project Class as he answers four questions here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/z7WbxXQThts
“My favorite part about this class is the people that you get to meet, and the opportunities it opened me up to.” Jon Curley wants to one day be a mechanic, learn more about him and his journey through the Winners Circle Project Class as he answers four questions here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/z7WbxXQThts
Don’t miss out! Order your 2025-2026 OFA Yearbook today.
Dear Owego Free Academy Families,
The school year is flying by, and our yearbook staff is hard at work capturing every game, performance, and hallway high-five. Make sure your student has a permanent way to look back on these memories!
How to Purchase:
Website: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A05627300
Price: Starting at $75
Personalization: Customize your Yearbook by February 1, 2026.
Don't wait until the end of the year. Quantities are limited, and we often sell out. Secure your piece of OFA history today!
Contact Mrs. Starks in the OFA Library with any questions or email starksk@oacsd.org.
Go River Hawks!
Dear Owego Free Academy Families,
The school year is flying by, and our yearbook staff is hard at work capturing every game, performance, and hallway high-five. Make sure your student has a permanent way to look back on these memories!
How to Purchase:
Website: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A05627300
Price: Starting at $75
Personalization: Customize your Yearbook by February 1, 2026.
Don't wait until the end of the year. Quantities are limited, and we often sell out. Secure your piece of OFA history today!
Contact Mrs. Starks in the OFA Library with any questions or email starksk@oacsd.org.
Go River Hawks!
Behind the Scenes: Girls' Basketball
“I think that it’s one, two, three family, we’re all just together. It’s about having those friendships for life.” Get a behind-the-scenes look at the girls' basketball team and what they believe to be their greatest strengths. Learn more about the athletes here on Showcase Sports TV.
“I think that it’s one, two, three family, we’re all just together. It’s about having those friendships for life.” Get a behind-the-scenes look at the girls' basketball team and what they believe to be their greatest strengths. Learn more about the athletes here on Showcase Sports TV.
OA UPDATE: Tioga Smile Dental Van Visits OACSD
The Tioga Smiles Dental Van will be in the Owego Apalachin CSD on the following dates:
1/2/26 - 1/22/26 at Apalachin Elementary School
1/23/26 - 2/12/26 at Owego Elementary School
2/13/26 - 2/26/26 at Owego Apalachin Middle School and Owego Free Academy
Tioga Smiles Mobile Dental Program serves both adults and children at various locations throughout the county. It functions as a school-based dental clinic serving children right at their school building during the school year. Adults are welcome to use the services of the program during non-school hours and school breaks. Dental services provided include dental screenings, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, and extractions.
Get more information and see other local dates here: https://aptg.co/dfrZXP
Open Enrollment is available here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/TiogaCountyPublicHealth/TiogaSmilesPatientEnrollment
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
The Tioga Smiles Dental Van will be in the Owego Apalachin CSD on the following dates:
1/2/26 - 1/22/26 at Apalachin Elementary School
1/23/26 - 2/12/26 at Owego Elementary School
2/13/26 - 2/26/26 at Owego Apalachin Middle School and Owego Free Academy
Tioga Smiles Mobile Dental Program serves both adults and children at various locations throughout the county. It functions as a school-based dental clinic serving children right at their school building during the school year. Adults are welcome to use the services of the program during non-school hours and school breaks. Dental services provided include dental screenings, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, and extractions.
Get more information and see other local dates here: https://aptg.co/dfrZXP
Open Enrollment is available here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/TiogaCountyPublicHealth/TiogaSmilesPatientEnrollment
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether
Student Profile: Josiah Marshall
15-year-old Josiah Marshall recently played a lead role in Amahl and the Night for the Tri-Cities Opera. Learn more about him in this student profile on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/VV9j7NMf6nE
15-year-old Josiah Marshall recently played a lead role in Amahl and the Night for the Tri-Cities Opera. Learn more about him in this student profile on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/VV9j7NMf6nE
OA REMINDER:
There is No School for OACSD students in PK-12th grade - Monday, December 22, through Friday, January 2nd: Winter Recess.
We will see everyone back in school on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
Stay up-to-date with OACSD events:
The single-page calendar can be found on our website here: https://5il.co/38q0c.
The year-long printed calendar can be viewed or downloaded as a PDF on our website here: https://aptg.co/GdsP5H.
A printed version of the year-long calendar can be picked up from your building’s main office.
Events are subject to change. The most up-to-date event calendar will be on our website and the district app: https://www.oacsd.org/events.
Please contact us directly using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk to ask questions about school district events.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
OA Musical 2026 - Disney’s High School Musical
The Owego Apalachin Music Department will present Disney’s High School Musical on Stage! on Friday, February 6th at 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 7th at 7:00 pm, and Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 pm.
Come see the Owego Apalachin School District students perform in this story of friendship, first love, and acceptance. It’s full of catchy songs and exciting dance routines.
Purchase Tickets here: https://ofamusical.ludus.com/index.php
The OA Musical box office will use an online site to purchase digital/mobile tickets. These tickets can be printed at home or displayed on a mobile device. Credit/debit cards will be accepted for pre-sale tickets. A small fee is applied to all credit/debit sales.
Tickets will also be available for purchase in the lobby on performance dates starting 60 minutes before show time. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards will be accepted on performance dates.
If you prefer to pay by cash or check, you may reserve tickets for pick up at Will Call on performance days. Payment will be collected when tickets are picked up. To reserve tickets, call 607- 354-0990.
If you have questions, email OFAMusical@gmail.com or leave a message at 607- 354-0990.
If you want to gain early access to the general admission seating, please become a “Friend of OA Music” silver or gold-level patron. See www.oamusicboosters.org for more information.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
The Owego Apalachin Music Department will present Disney’s High School Musical on Stage! on Friday, February 6th at 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 7th at 7:00 pm, and Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 pm.
Come see the Owego Apalachin School District students perform in this story of friendship, first love, and acceptance. It’s full of catchy songs and exciting dance routines.
Purchase Tickets here: https://ofamusical.ludus.com/index.php
The OA Musical box office will use an online site to purchase digital/mobile tickets. These tickets can be printed at home or displayed on a mobile device. Credit/debit cards will be accepted for pre-sale tickets. A small fee is applied to all credit/debit sales.
Tickets will also be available for purchase in the lobby on performance dates starting 60 minutes before show time. Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards will be accepted on performance dates.
If you prefer to pay by cash or check, you may reserve tickets for pick up at Will Call on performance days. Payment will be collected when tickets are picked up. To reserve tickets, call 607- 354-0990.
If you have questions, email OFAMusical@gmail.com or leave a message at 607- 354-0990.
If you want to gain early access to the general admission seating, please become a “Friend of OA Music” silver or gold-level patron. See www.oamusicboosters.org for more information.
#OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Four Questions: Abby McHugh
“At the state meet, if I can get close to breaking 20, I’ll be happy, but if I don’t and I just have fun, I’ll be happy too.” Learn more about Abby McHugh and how she got her start in the sport of cross country as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/qDD03fDs-Ng
“At the state meet, if I can get close to breaking 20, I’ll be happy, but if I don’t and I just have fun, I’ll be happy too.” Learn more about Abby McHugh and how she got her start in the sport of cross country as she answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtube.com/shorts/qDD03fDs-Ng
Bridging the gap between the Class of 1976 and the Class of 2026! 🎓✨
Barb Cornwell Taggert, Diane Gordner Cole, and Teresa Gromniak Mendelson from the OFA Class of '76 delivered donations to the school’s Clothing Closet. This initiative started with a great idea from Piper Cunningham (a Key Club senior), who inspired the alumni to connect with the current student body.
Mrs. Melby, Key Club Advisor, several students, and OFA Associate Principal, Dr. Mukhlis, were happy to accept and help unpack two carts full of hygiene supplies, equipment, and clothing items. ❤️ #OFAClassOf1976 #OFAClassOf2026 #OACommunity #OAPride
Barb Cornwell Taggert, Diane Gordner Cole, and Teresa Gromniak Mendelson from the OFA Class of '76 delivered donations to the school’s Clothing Closet. This initiative started with a great idea from Piper Cunningham (a Key Club senior), who inspired the alumni to connect with the current student body.
Mrs. Melby, Key Club Advisor, several students, and OFA Associate Principal, Dr. Mukhlis, were happy to accept and help unpack two carts full of hygiene supplies, equipment, and clothing items. ❤️ #OFAClassOf1976 #OFAClassOf2026 #OACommunity #OAPride
Four Questions: Levi Saunders
“The team bonding and a lot of the fun things we do, we have a three-day camp where we go up to the Adirondacks, stay the night in cabins, we run, but we have a lot of team bonding throughout it.” Find out more about Levi Saunders and some of his favorite memories from being on the cross country team as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/8NBYICVthAc
“The team bonding and a lot of the fun things we do, we have a three-day camp where we go up to the Adirondacks, stay the night in cabins, we run, but we have a lot of team bonding throughout it.” Find out more about Levi Saunders and some of his favorite memories from being on the cross country team as he answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/8NBYICVthAc
Faculty Spotlight: Todd Stanton
“If there are issues, I always want to fix that issue, and then it makes me feel good when I fix something, and I make it easier for other people to do what they need to do.” Learn more about Field Tech, Todd Stanton, and what he does at the school, and what some of his future goals are, in this Faculty Spotlight on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/WEm6sJMIpZQ
The Owego Free Academy Music Department spread a little Holiday Cheer today, as they performed at Tioga Opportunities. #OFARiverHawks #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Behind the Scenes: Varsity Football Sectional Champions
“They deserve everything they get, they’ve put the time in, the effort in, it’s really hard work, and they’ve put it in.” After a very successful football season, hear from coaches and players on how excited they were to earn a Sectional Championship. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/vho_F4DDRvg
“They deserve everything they get, they’ve put the time in, the effort in, it’s really hard work, and they’ve put it in.” After a very successful football season, hear from coaches and players on how excited they were to earn a Sectional Championship. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/vho_F4DDRvg
