Owego Free Academy

“It doesn’t just apply to the cattle that we have, a lot of these students have pets at home. And they have to deworm their pets too.” Animal Science Teacher Derek Hill discusses the importance of deworming the cattle they care for. Watch what’s going on in the classroom here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/xdvftUf--dM

OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more. Owego Youth Wrestling 24-25 Registration - https://5il.co/2ylm0 OA Basketball Club Youth Development Program - https://5il.co/2wb6n Owego Junior Bowling - https://5il.co/2wazi Brookdale Castle Gardens Trunk or Treat: 10/30/24 - https://5il.co/2xfiy Family Resource Center - Strengthening Families Program: 9/11-10/30 - https://5il.co/2uy2q Fall Into Healthcare at SUNY Broome: 11/6/24 - https://5il.co/2z1vo Apalachin Library - Storytime With Ollie and Nola: 11/9/24 - https://5il.co/2zp6c Cornell Cooperative Extension - Parenting Classes: 1/8/25 - https://5il.co/2xfjr Join Scouts - Troop 38, Troop 638, Cub Scout Pack 37 and 43 - https://5il.co/2v9y2 Owego Nazarene After School Program - https://5il.co/2u96a Family Enrichment Network Head Start Registration - https://5il.co/2kghn 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

“Having a digital class for this where it’ll teach you the basics is phenomenal.” Students express their passion for the arts and their digital photography class. Watch the students learn about light photography on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/EnvC_LHxViE

“She’s really passionate about everything and you can tell she cares about the team.” Athletes from the Girl's Varsity Swimming and Diving team share why they think their new coach is so well-equipped for the job. Watch Summer Pierce’s coach profile here: https://youtu.be/mEs0RSt0h8k

OA Athletics Update: Good Afternoon OA School Community, The Athletic Department was informed early this afternoon that the home football game scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, October 25, 2024, vs. Johnson City, will be canceled as Johnson City has forfeited the remainder of its season. As you may know, this was also scheduled to be OFA football senior recognition night. The coaching staff and athletic department are working on a plan for a rescheduled football senior recognition ceremony. Once new plans are in place, that information will be shared with the players, families, and the school community. Please reach out through Let’s Talk! with any questions - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether

“Probably just hands-on, this really keeps my attention and I really like doing it.” OFA student Adam Jacobs loved working on cars with his dad, and now he’s putting those skills to use in the Winners Circle Project. Watch Adam answer four questions on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/kacLT3nBVQ8

“There’s a level of freedom in running and camaraderie that goes unmatched.” Sullivan O’Donnell cherishes the freedom of running on the cross country team, creating strong bonds with his fellow runners. Watch Sullivan answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/7RBrlJawAbQ

“We’re showing them the mechanics of the camera so you can get the effects that you want as a photographer.” OFA art Teacher Kate Wilsey breaks down her lesson plan for her digital photography class. Watch what the students are doing here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/7tA9jcu2C-Y

“It’s a lot of fun and it’s very useful, I learn a lot in this class. I’m very grateful this school has classes like this.” Student Arissa Knight plans on being a veterinary technician. See how the Animal Science courses at OFA helped her pursue her goals. https://youtu.be/Mu3tGNDHGfM

Congratulations to Owego Free Academy Boys Soccer. The River Hawks are the 2024 STAC Boys Soccer Champions! This is our 3rd Boys Soccer STAC Championship and the first since 2002. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether

OA MUSIC REMINDER: The OAMS and OFA Fall Jazz Concert is tonight, Monday, October 21st, at 7:30 pm in the OAMS Auditorium. Come in person or watch the live stream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_ixgAlNlgE #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride

“I’m hoping to make All-State this year for snare drum, and I’m hoping to make gold with distinction as a band for NYSSMA.” Billy Huddleston shares his goals for this upcoming year as he answers four questions on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/9G4X9lpmEos

“It’s just you and you get that relief after a long day, and you just take the motions in and relax in the nice cold water.” Elizabeth Williams shares why she loves spending time in the pool. Watch Elizabeth answer four questions here on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/qGBBNbIClrE

OFA REMINDER: Winter Sports Registration Open Now - https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/owego-apalachin-central-school-district. JV and Varsity Sports will start on November 18th. Click here to read the Winter Sports Parent Letter: https://5il.co/2yovj #OFARiverHawks

“I just like the songs, the songs are challenging sometimes. And it’s nice to increase how good you are, and get better over time.” Carson Morris tells us why he loves playing music so much, and how he got his start with the band. Watch Carson answer four questions here on Showcase Arts TV. https://youtu.be/AHqO-cAajBc

Thanks to everyone who helped with the supply collection for Newport Tennessee. Members from Families Helping Families were at Owego Free Academy today to pick up the donations. The OFA Key Club packaged the items donated by each school building and loaded them for delivery. Thank you for your help and support. #OACommunity #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

“We’re going through quite a grueling distance set. We started with a 500, and then a 400, a 300, a 200 and this is their last one.” Head Coach Summer Pierce breaks down what the girls are doing on what they call Long Swim Mondays. Watch this Practice Makes Perfect on Showcase Sports TV. https://youtu.be/g7beNURLnVg

“I really like it, I think that everyone who wants to go into some type of Ag field should take this class.” Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Animal Sciences classes offered at OFA. The students get hands-on experience at their class farm by cleaning enclosures, feeding and tending to the animals, and more. Learn all about it here on Showcase Classroom TV. https://youtu.be/2Z5hUfyjm5w

As we celebrate National School Board Recognition Week, we want to thank our school board members and show appreciation for their support and dedication to our school district. Thank you for ensuring a quality education, opportunities in and out of the classroom, and amazing experiences for all students. #OARiverHawks #sOArTogether

Over 50 students from Owego Free Academy attended the College Fair at TC3. Students had a chance to explore all that colleges have to offer and talk with representatives about admissions, majors, and activities. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether