OA REMINDER: There is a Board of Education Regular Meeting tonight, Monday, October 16, 2023, at 6:00 pm, in the BOE room at the District Office, 5 Sheldon Guile Boulevard.
The meeting will also be streamed for viewing only on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtube.com/live/mBtFEty7BbI?feature=share.
Board meeting agenda 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 seen and answered by the appropriate district personnel or board of education members.
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Today kicks off #schoolboardrecognitionweek, and all of us at the Owego Apalachin Central School District want to give a big thank you to our Board of Education members for all they do. #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
All-American diver Kaelyn Katchuk continues her family legacy in the water. In this episode of 4 Questions, we ask her about her passion for diving, her favorite memory, plus more. Learn more about her on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/ENVk_IAsd9Q
ICYMI: Coach Taylor and his players, Conlan Taylor, Jack Buchsbaum, and Evan English, made the weekly appearance on WEBO radio on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Listen to the interview with Matt Lewis here: https://5il.co/26wv5 #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OACommunity #OAPride
OA UPDATE: Attendance Matters! This year, you may receive letters or texts about your student's attendance. These messages are meant to keep you informed. Watch for a text message from Everyday Labs today, Wednesday, October 11, 2023, welcoming you to their updates. Get more information here: https://5il.co/26i6v. Please reach out through Let's Talk! with any questions -https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
"I think winning Sectionals in eighth grade was special." Maggie Hamed on her favorite memory so far of her volleyball career. Hear more from Maggie about her love for the sport as she answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/yEJWHlF5CGk
Taylor Signs says the feeling she gets from singing is almost indescribable. This art form is her outlet, creative expression, and source of happiness. Learn how she got started singing and find out what she wants to accomplish as an artist in this segment of 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/E_9dkKTiRkg
OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
Hiawatha Soccer Sign-Ups - https://5il.co/26dr9
Apalachin Library: NaNoWriMo Teen Writing Event - https://5il.co/26ekp
FOX 40 (WICZ-TV): Teacher Of The Week Nomination - https://5il.co/26jq8
Upward Basketball and Cheer Registration - https://5il.co/26q2v
More Community Fliers can be found here: https://www.oacsd.org/documents/community-flyers/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
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We are back at the pool with the varsity girl's swim team. In this Training Tip, coach Lucy Taylor breaks down the Negative Split technique. Only on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/iisom94eizQ
11th grader Kaelyn Katchuk was recognized as an All-American diver for 2023. This is an honor that Kaelyn has worked hard for and is another source of inspiration to push her talents on the diving board further. We talked with Kaelyn about this achievement and more on Showcase Sports TV: https://youtu.be/vAoaL9wMstM
OA REMINDER: There is NO School tomorrow, Monday, October 9, 2023, in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. Homecoming Spirit Week begins on Tuesday. Get more info here: https://www.oacsd.org/article/1273130. #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
In this Behind The Scenes montage, OA theatre students perform the song When I Grow Up from Matilda. Watch on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/SJRWyJKG5mg. #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
Owego Free Academy Field Hockey players greeted Owego Elementary and Apalachin Elementary students this morning as they entered school. #OFARiverHawks #sOArTogether #OAPride #OATradition
The Owego Apalachin Central School District has openings in several positions. Get more information here: https://5il.co/26e8t. Join Our Team - Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/oacsd/onlineapp/default.aspx #OAisYOU #OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
ICYMI: Coach Taylor and his players, Joseph Palladino and Jack Buchsbaum, made the weekly appearance on WEBO radio this morning, Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Listen to the interview with Matt Lewis here: https://5il.co/26c3i #OFARiverHawks #OACommunity #OAPride
"...I started being a manager for the team in sixth grade and kinda fell in love with it, and here I am." Jaelyn Chrysler breaks down what she loves about cross country. She also discusses her goals with the sport. She answers 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/8ZulpZPNGtM
OA REMINDER: Important Upcoming Dates
Thursday, October 5th - Early Emergency Dismissal Drill
Each Building Will Begin Dismissal 15 minutes early.
OES and AES will begin to dismiss students at 2:00 pm (pick-up & buses).
OAMS and OFA will begin to dismiss students at 3:15 (walkers, drivers & pick-up) & 3:20 (buses).
All after-school activities will operate as normal, including the elementary after-school programs and any middle and high school practices, games, or events.
Monday, October 9th - NO SCHOOL: Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Homecoming Spirit Week - Tuesday, October 10th - Friday, October 13th
Specific Theme Days are different by building:
OES Spirit Week Themes: https://5il.co/26afu
AES Spirit Week Themes: https://5il.co/26ao4
OAMS Spirit Week Themes: https://5il.co/26apn
OFA Spirit Week Themes: https://5il.co/26aq3
Sporting Events All Week - View schedule here: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/158
Homecoming - Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Parade at 11:00 am
Football Game at 2:00 pm
OFA Dance (9th-12th grade only) from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Single-Page School Calendar That Shows Days Off: https://5il.co/1wivd
Please note: A printed calendar is coming. Production was delayed, and we do not have an estimated delivery date yet. Once they arrive we will distribute them to families and have copies available to pick up for those interested.
The best way to stay up-to-date with all building and district events is by downloading the OACSD mobile app from your app store.
Contact us with any questions by using Let’s Talk! - https://www.oacsd.org/page/lets-talk
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OA Update: What’s Happening In Our Community - Check out these great programs, events, and more.
Owego Ski And Snowboard Club:
Half-Day 4th-12th Grade Program - https://5il.co/268o8
Full-Day 6th-12th Grade Program - https://5il.co/268ob
Castle Gardens Trunk Or Treat: Monday, October 30th - https://5il.co/267tc
Cub Scout Pack 37: Interest Night, Friday, October 27th - https://5il.co/268eg
More Community Fliers can be found here: https://www.oacsd.org/documents/community-flyers/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
#OACommunity #OAPride #OATradition
With the goal of swimming in college and beyond, Sophia Lee puts in the work to be the best swimmer in the pool. Learn where her love for the sport came from and more in this episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Sports TV:
https://youtu.be/tkPjAyO6u-I
Dawson Bell loves bringing 100% energy to his creative endeavors, including singing. He loves the enthusiasm and bond he shares with his fellow singers. Dawson tells us how he first got started singing and more in this episode of 4 Questions on Showcase Arts TV: https://youtu.be/tR0KnwAXHNs