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Water line break affects gym use

In the early morning of Wednesday, January 16, a water line broke behind a wall in a gym office and water went onto the gym floor. The District has taken measures to address the source of the problem, which appeared to be an old water line that was capped when the gym addition took place in 1976. The water line has been fixed, but water was on and under the gym floor which caused some warping. The District is working with ServPro and our insurance provider to address the situation.

Superintendent message about a loss at OV, and 2-hour delay for students on Monday, January 7
With a heavy heart we must share news of the untimely passing of Harry Marvin, Jr., a long-time employee of our school and most recently a beloved bus driver. Monday, January 7 will be a 2-HOUR DELAY FOR STUDENTS so staff can meet about this unexpected loss. Read More

The "Do Not Drink" water order is over

Mr. Daniel Silky received notice from the Chenango County Health Department's Public Health Sanitarian that all water restrictions have been rescinded. A checklist was given to the school to prepare for the return to village water. It is expected that water will be safe to drink at school by Friday, November 30, 2018.

UPDATE to the DO NOT DRINK WATER ORDER ISSUED FOR SOUTH OTSELIC WATER DISTRICT

WATER UPDATE via Superintedent Rob Berson on Nov. 25, 201:

Mr. Berson has been advised that the Chenango County Health Department cleared the school district for normal operations provided that "potable" water (which means it's safe to drink) is provided for drinking and food preparation at school. We have fulfilled that requirement: cases and jugs of water have been delivered for student and staff use.  Two cases have been placed in each classroom, and the cafeteria has what they need. Also, hand washing is permissible from normal lavatory sinks, and all hand sanitizers are full. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school!

A message from Superintendent Rob Berson
A message from Mr. Berson about an alleged threat and today's lock out procedure at Otselic Valley Central School Read More

Please join us for the dedication of the David W. Loomis Gymnasium
The Board of Education will honor Coach David W. Loomis by renaming one of the most-used and well-loved parts of our school. At halftime during the Friday, November 30 Boys Varsity basketball game (game start: 7:00 PM), our gym will be renamed the David W. Loomis Gymnasium. All are invited to join us in the well-deserved celebration of decades of Coach Loomis's teaching, coaching, administration, advising, and mentoring students. A coach's influence doesn't end when the game concludes, as countless Vikings can tell you. Thank you, Coach Loomis. Read More