Owego Free Academy

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“But the whole idea is how far do I take that club back, but you still accelerate through.” Head Golf Coach Chris Evans runs through some drills with the golf team. Watch here for what exercises the team is working on at Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/g25xn6GZTs8

“All of those people in there are so good at what they do, I’m just glad I can be around them,” Students in the OFA Pep Band are excited to be cheering on their football team. Watch here on Showcase Arts TV, how music can play a big part in bringing people together. https://youtu.be/m3zBabXNk3I

OFA REMINDER: We look forward to seeing everyone at Open House tonight, Thursday, September 26th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Come tour the school, meet with teachers, grab food from “The Food Truck”, visit clubs and organizations, and more! The Food Truck’s Menu: https://5il.co/2x75a The Food Truck’s Walking Taco: https://5il.co/2x75b The Food Truck’s Garbage Plate: https://5il.co/2x75c CASA Trinity is doing training in Room 135 helping adults identify signs of drug use and mental or emotional distress in young people. There will be 2 sessions available for those interested. Students are collecting Hygiene products for those who may need them. They are looking for deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and feminine hygiene products. A box for donations is set up in the OAMS lobby. The Career Center will have some Key Business Recruiting Partners for students and families to talk with. HAWKEYE Graphics will be screen printing and selling Red River Hawks T-shirts for $10 (cash only), limited sizes and quantities in the OFA Lobby. Please get in touch with OFA directly with any questions - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk.

“My parents are big golfers, my grandparents are big golfers, I kind of inherited it.” Hunter Woods shares how he started golfing and how much he enjoys being on the golf team. Watch Hunter answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/HOlS3ZAc2gI

“Over there they’re trying to hang the door hinges and get the door swinging. We’re going to get a couple other guys installing the strikers over there.” Students at OFA are building a race car from the ground up as a part of the Owego Winners Circle Project. Get a first-hand look here at how everyone is playing their part on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/XlcGwuIVYMY

“We’re just here working through the snare drum part, know where all of the accents are.” Haidyn Truesdail works through an energetic snare drum piece during practice with his band director Lindsey Williams. Watch his solo here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/NmrEJC_hIbQ

“You get to come out here with this beautiful weather and go outside every day and golf.” Mason Grippen is excited that he gets to be out on the course each day. Watch here and learn more about his love for the game on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/MAYwvtFEbnU

“I teach them to think like an artist, so instead of them drawing an eye they’re drawing a curve that meets a point.” Students are thinking outside the box when it comes to their Drawing and Painting class. Watch here at Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/cV-89i6xHRo

“We’re basically doing a transition drill where you have possession and you need to get a certain amount of passes.” Follow along in practice with Jaxson Belokur as he breaks down an essential drill. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/ZrOQMzZySg8

“I know our coaches and others put a lot of really hard work into it, and I think it turned out great.” Owego Free Academy hosted its first-ever Night Invite with more than 30 schools attending. Watch here to see what the runners loved most about the unique experience on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/HWh_AkwbYbg

“Just the feeling that I can make any of the things I want to exist, exist.” Nora Schuyler shares why she enjoys art and art education. Watch Nora answer four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/Is8aCTJcSGQ

OFA Families, We look forward to seeing everyone at Open House on Thursday, September 26th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Tour the school, meet with teachers, grab food from “The Food Truck”, visit clubs and organizations, and more! The Food Truck’s Menu: https://5il.co/2x75a The Food Truck’s Walking Taco: https://5il.co/2x75b The Food Truck’s Garbage Plate: https://5il.co/2x75c CASA Trinity is doing training in Room 135 helping adults identify signs of drug use and mental or emotional distress in young people. There will be 2 sessions available for those interested. Students are collecting Hygiene products for those who may need them. They are looking for deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and feminine hygiene products. A box for donations is set up in the OAMS lobby. The Career Center will have some Key Business Recruiting Partners for students and families to talk with. Click here for the PDF: https://5il.co/2xd0c Please get in touch with OFA directly with any questions - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk

“The team aspect and being able to work together. I really like the strategy side of it.” Daniel Kennedy reflects on what he loves the most about soccer and how he got involved. Daniel answers four questions on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/vwYYLWbR4eo

“You have to make a good impression with a handshake, by making eye contact that really tells the interviewer who you are.” 9th-grade students are introduced to their school’s Career Center. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/AcbiVl91kGA

“I love the fact that they love to play.” Owego’s Golf Team is setting up the stage for a successful season. Watch how they are practicing on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/bBKhbfTx8U4

“But draw that drawing that you’ve done a hundred times since you were a kid.” High School Art Teacher Kate Wilsey breaks down some of the psychology that goes into doing a sketch. Learn more here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/VAIaRs1kTyg

“That’s the point of preseason, is to make this almost as difficult as possible so that the games aren’t so bad.” The season kicks off for the Boys Varsity Soccer team, which has three consecutive sectional wins. See how this championship team practices in their season preview. Watch here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/84YONOuvAE4

“They’re getting information from you, about yourself so then you can turn around and get information.” Coordinator of the Career Center Thomas Westcott breaks interest inventories for the freshman class. Watch here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/fPfLrCKnqqU

Dear Owego Apalachin School Community, I hope this letter finds you well as we settle into the new school year. I'm writing to inform you about an important safety measure we'll be implementing. From Monday, September 16th through Friday, September 20th, we will be conducting our required fire drills. To minimize disruption to the school day, we've decided to complete all of our mandatory evacuation drills within this single week. We understand that some students may feel anxious about these drills. Our staff is prepared to provide support and guidance throughout the process. Please be assured that these drills will be conducted in a safe, orderly manner, with the well-being of our students and staff as our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work together to ensure the safety of our school community. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact the school main office.