|| Throwback Thursday: Class of 2026
As we celebrate our current seniors this year, we’re taking a look back at some familiar faces from the 2021 New Horizons Yearbook, Finding Our Way!
These photos capture members of the Class of 2026 during their seventh grade year at Otselic Valley. As graduation gets closer, we’re proud to reflect on the years that have helped shape their time at OV.
As we celebrate our current seniors this year, we’re taking a look back at some familiar faces from the 2021 New Horizons Yearbook, Finding Our Way!
These photos capture members of the Class of 2026 during their seventh grade year at Otselic Valley. As graduation gets closer, we’re proud to reflect on the years that have helped shape their time at OV.
|| Transportation Reminders for OV Families
We have a couple of important transportation reminders to share:
|| Transportation Requests
All transportation changes or requests must be submitted by 1:00 PM to the Transportation Department or Main Office. Requests may be made via:
• Phone call
• My Ride
• Email
Please note: After 1:00 PM, transportation changes cannot be made unless there is an emergency.
|| Spring Bus Drills
Spring bus drills will take place between March 1st and April 30th.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us keep our students safe!
We have a couple of important transportation reminders to share:
|| Transportation Requests
All transportation changes or requests must be submitted by 1:00 PM to the Transportation Department or Main Office. Requests may be made via:
• Phone call
• My Ride
Please note: After 1:00 PM, transportation changes cannot be made unless there is an emergency.
|| Spring Bus Drills
Spring bus drills will take place between March 1st and April 30th.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us keep our students safe!
|| URGENT ALERT
Due to weather conditions, Otselic Valley Central School District will operate on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, February 25th
• No AM BOCES
• No Breakfast
Please review the revised schedule, and allow extra time when traveling.
Due to weather conditions, Otselic Valley Central School District will operate on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, February 25th
• No AM BOCES
• No Breakfast
Please review the revised schedule, and allow extra time when traveling.
|| A Viking Sighting!
We love seeing our Otselic Valley graduates doing great things!
OV alumni Raymond Anderson (Class of 2021) was recently recognized as Production Employee of the Month at Woodford Bros., Inc. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Raymond -- thank you for representing Viking Pride in the workforce!
See the original post here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1KSy7GPTdt/
We love seeing our Otselic Valley graduates doing great things!
OV alumni Raymond Anderson (Class of 2021) was recently recognized as Production Employee of the Month at Woodford Bros., Inc. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Raymond -- thank you for representing Viking Pride in the workforce!
See the original post here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1KSy7GPTdt/
|| Let’s Go Vikings!
The OV Girls 7/8 Basketball Team is in action this week -- come out and support our student-athletes!
This Week’s Games:
Tuesday, Feb. 24
• Girls 7/8 @ Stockbridge Valley at 5:00 PM
Wednesday, Feb. 25
• Girls 7/8 vs. McGraw (Home) at 4:30 PM
Friday, Feb. 27
• Girls 7/8 vs. DeRuyter (Home) at 4:30 PM
View the full schedule: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/79
#OVPride #GoVikings
|| LPP Program Update
There will be no LPP program this week (February 23-27).
Families will be updated if there are any additional changes. Thank you for understanding.
There will be no LPP program this week (February 23-27).
Families will be updated if there are any additional changes. Thank you for understanding.
|| Send-off complete, it’s almost game time!
The OV Boys Varsity Basketball team departed earlier this afternoon for Copenhagen and will take the court shortly in tonight’s Sectional matchup!
Good luck to our Vikings as they begin their postseason run -- we’re all behind you! Catch the game live on the NFHS Network at 6:00 PM.
Let’s go, OV!
The OV Boys Varsity Basketball team departed earlier this afternoon for Copenhagen and will take the court shortly in tonight’s Sectional matchup!
Good luck to our Vikings as they begin their postseason run -- we’re all behind you! Catch the game live on the NFHS Network at 6:00 PM.
Let’s go, OV!
|| REMINDERS FOR OUR VIKINGS!
Winter Sports & Club Photo Day is Tuesday, February 24th
• Winter sports team AND individual photos will be taken first thing in the morning.
• All winter sports teams will be photographed at that time.
Varsity Basketball photos will begin promptly at 7:50 a.m. Players should arrive on time to be included in both team and individual photos.
Additional team and club photos will follow throughout the morning.
#VikingPride #OVPictureDay
Winter Sports & Club Photo Day is Tuesday, February 24th
• Winter sports team AND individual photos will be taken first thing in the morning.
• All winter sports teams will be photographed at that time.
Varsity Basketball photos will begin promptly at 7:50 a.m. Players should arrive on time to be included in both team and individual photos.
Additional team and club photos will follow throughout the morning.
#VikingPride #OVPictureDay
|| Ice Cream Incentive Celebration!
We recently held an Ice Cream Incentive to recognize students in grades 6-12 who demonstrated positive behavior and strong attendance from January 3 through February 6!
To qualify, students needed to meet the following criteria:
• No in or out of school suspensions
• No more than two unexcused absences
• No more than one lunch detention
• No cell phone violations
We’re proud to share that nearly 90 students qualified for this celebration!
A special thank you to Gilligan's Ice Cream for helping make this incentive extra sweet for our students!
#OVPride
We recently held an Ice Cream Incentive to recognize students in grades 6-12 who demonstrated positive behavior and strong attendance from January 3 through February 6!
To qualify, students needed to meet the following criteria:
• No in or out of school suspensions
• No more than two unexcused absences
• No more than one lunch detention
• No cell phone violations
We’re proud to share that nearly 90 students qualified for this celebration!
A special thank you to Gilligan's Ice Cream for helping make this incentive extra sweet for our students!
#OVPride
|| Now Accepting Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration for 2026–2027!
Otselic Valley CSD is now accepting registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.
Pre-K is open to district residents only
• Children must be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026
• Please note: Pre-K enrollment is limited to 18 students
Enrollment applications are available here: https://www.ovcs.org/o/ovcsd/page/pre-k-registration
or at the District Office.
Pre-K application deadline: April 15, 2026
For questions, please contact the District Office at (315) 653-7218 ext. 4042
Otselic Valley CSD is now accepting registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.
Pre-K is open to district residents only
• Children must be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026
• Please note: Pre-K enrollment is limited to 18 students
Enrollment applications are available here: https://www.ovcs.org/o/ovcsd/page/pre-k-registration
or at the District Office.
Pre-K application deadline: April 15, 2026
For questions, please contact the District Office at (315) 653-7218 ext. 4042
|| Information for OV Families
We’re sharing the following opportunity from The Place in Norwich for families who may be interested.
The E.P.I.C. Drop-In program offers free activities for Chenango County teens throughout the year, including creative events and drop-in opportunities.
An upcoming event is Paint & Dip on February 22, taking place in:
• Norwich from 2:00-4:00 PM
• Bainbridge from 6:00-8:00 PM
Please see the attached flyer for additional details on future dates, times, and locations.
We’re sharing the following opportunity from The Place in Norwich for families who may be interested.
The E.P.I.C. Drop-In program offers free activities for Chenango County teens throughout the year, including creative events and drop-in opportunities.
An upcoming event is Paint & Dip on February 22, taking place in:
• Norwich from 2:00-4:00 PM
• Bainbridge from 6:00-8:00 PM
Please see the attached flyer for additional details on future dates, times, and locations.
|| Yearbook Orders & Senior Ads Now Available!
The 2025–26 Otselic Valley Yearbook is now available to order online!
Important Deadlines:
• Senior ads due by February 20
• Yearbook orders due by May 2
Order here: https://rebrand.ly/no1b1hm
School code: 5405
Pricing:
• Underclassmen yearbook: $50
• Senior yearbook with nameplate: $55
Senior Families:
Celebrate your graduate with a yearbook congratulatory ad!
• Quarter-page color ad: $55
• Half-page color ad: $95
Purchase ads online using the link above
(use school code 5405) and choose "Start Your Ad" instead of "Order a Yearbook"
Don’t miss the chance to capture memories and milestones from another great year at OV!
The 2025–26 Otselic Valley Yearbook is now available to order online!
Important Deadlines:
• Senior ads due by February 20
• Yearbook orders due by May 2
Order here: https://rebrand.ly/no1b1hm
School code: 5405
Pricing:
• Underclassmen yearbook: $50
• Senior yearbook with nameplate: $55
Senior Families:
Celebrate your graduate with a yearbook congratulatory ad!
• Quarter-page color ad: $55
• Half-page color ad: $95
Purchase ads online using the link above
(use school code 5405) and choose "Start Your Ad" instead of "Order a Yearbook"
Don’t miss the chance to capture memories and milestones from another great year at OV!
|| OV Boys Varsity Basketball is headed to Sectionals!
The Vikings will take on Copenhagen in a Sectional Game on Friday, February 20 at 6:00 PM at Copenhagen Central School. Admission is FREE!
Come cheer on the team as they depart!
The team bus will leave OV at 2:40 PM, we’d love to have fans there to send them off!
Can’t make it in person?
The game will be live streamed on the NFHS Network.
Game Location:
3020 Mechanic St
Copenhagen, NY 13626
Parking & Entrance:
Please park off Loud Street and enter the building at the designated (circled) entrance (see map).
Good luck to our Vikings as they begin their sectional run!
Let’s go, OV!
The Vikings will take on Copenhagen in a Sectional Game on Friday, February 20 at 6:00 PM at Copenhagen Central School. Admission is FREE!
Come cheer on the team as they depart!
The team bus will leave OV at 2:40 PM, we’d love to have fans there to send them off!
Can’t make it in person?
The game will be live streamed on the NFHS Network.
Game Location:
3020 Mechanic St
Copenhagen, NY 13626
Parking & Entrance:
Please park off Loud Street and enter the building at the designated (circled) entrance (see map).
Good luck to our Vikings as they begin their sectional run!
Let’s go, OV!
|| OV Spring Sports Sign-Ups Are Open!
It’s that time of year -- Varsity spring sports sign-ups are now open for Otselic Valley student-athletes!
Varsity Spring Sports
• Baseball
• Softball
• Golf
Season begins March 9
Modified Spring Sports Registration is not open yet
• Must be completed within one month of the season start date
Season begins April 13
Register through FamilyID: https://rebrand.ly/140onb6
Let’s get ready for a great spring season -- Go Vikings!
#OVAthletics #OVPride #SpringSports
It’s that time of year -- Varsity spring sports sign-ups are now open for Otselic Valley student-athletes!
Varsity Spring Sports
• Baseball
• Softball
• Golf
Season begins March 9
Modified Spring Sports Registration is not open yet
• Must be completed within one month of the season start date
Season begins April 13
Register through FamilyID: https://rebrand.ly/140onb6
Let’s get ready for a great spring season -- Go Vikings!
#OVAthletics #OVPride #SpringSports
|| 5th Grade Snow Much Fun!
Our 5th grade students recently took advantage of the snowy weather by spending some time outside enjoying the fresh air and winter fun!
After heading back inside, students warmed up with hot chocolate and popcorn, the perfect way to wrap up a chilly day!
Our 5th grade students recently took advantage of the snowy weather by spending some time outside enjoying the fresh air and winter fun!
After heading back inside, students warmed up with hot chocolate and popcorn, the perfect way to wrap up a chilly day!
|| Exploring Native American Cultural Regions
Students in 5th grade recently hosted a Native American Cultural Regions Open House to showcase the work they’ve been doing.
Working in groups, students each studied one of the seven Native American cultural regions of North America. Their research included:
• Where the region is located
• Geography
• Food
• Shelter
• Cultural characteristics
• Clothing
• Tribes from the region
Students created informative posters and additional projects to represent their assigned regions, demonstrating creativity and a strong understanding of how geography influenced the daily lives and cultures of Native American groups.
Thank you to our students for their hard work and to staff for supporting this engaging learning experience!
Students in 5th grade recently hosted a Native American Cultural Regions Open House to showcase the work they’ve been doing.
Working in groups, students each studied one of the seven Native American cultural regions of North America. Their research included:
• Where the region is located
• Geography
• Food
• Shelter
• Cultural characteristics
• Clothing
• Tribes from the region
Students created informative posters and additional projects to represent their assigned regions, demonstrating creativity and a strong understanding of how geography influenced the daily lives and cultures of Native American groups.
Thank you to our students for their hard work and to staff for supporting this engaging learning experience!
|| OV Students Attend Area II SkillsUSA Competition
Recently, two Otselic Valley juniors, enrolled at DCMO BOCES, attended the Area II SkillsUSA Competition held at SUNY Morrisville.
Georgia Cookingham and Shelby Davis, both enrolled in the Auto Technology program at DCMO BOCES Alan D. Pole Campus, participated in different aspects of the event. Georgia served as a delegate and took part in activities in the House of Delegates, while Shelby competed in the Job Interview competition.
Both students really enjoyed the experience and are excited to come back next year as seniors. We’re proud of their professionalism and enthusiasm as they participated in SkillsUSA!
|| The OV Sports Boosters are hosting a President’s Day fundraiser, and they’d love your support!
Celebrate President’s Day evening with dinner, dessert, and a great cause at Gilligan’s Ice Cream.
• Monday, February 16th
• 4:00-8:00 PM
• 20% of sales during this time will benefit the OVCS Sports Boosters.
Come out, enjoy some delicious food and ice cream, and help support our Viking student-athletes. We hope to see you there!
Celebrate President’s Day evening with dinner, dessert, and a great cause at Gilligan’s Ice Cream.
• Monday, February 16th
• 4:00-8:00 PM
• 20% of sales during this time will benefit the OVCS Sports Boosters.
Come out, enjoy some delicious food and ice cream, and help support our Viking student-athletes. We hope to see you there!
|| 100th Day of School Fun at OV!
This week, our PreK-2 students celebrated the 100th Day of School by rotating through classrooms for a variety of fun, 100-themed activities!
During the celebration, students put their skills to the test by seeing what they could do in 100 seconds -- like jumping in place -- counted and grouped candy into 10 sets of 10, completed their own 100 Day books, and colored festive 100th Day hats!
They also had their photos taken and used a special filter to get a glimpse of what they might look like at 100 years old! To add to the fun, many students and staff dressed up as 100-year-olds for the celebration.
Thank you to our teachers and staff for putting together such a great experience for our students!
This week, our PreK-2 students celebrated the 100th Day of School by rotating through classrooms for a variety of fun, 100-themed activities!
During the celebration, students put their skills to the test by seeing what they could do in 100 seconds -- like jumping in place -- counted and grouped candy into 10 sets of 10, completed their own 100 Day books, and colored festive 100th Day hats!
They also had their photos taken and used a special filter to get a glimpse of what they might look like at 100 years old! To add to the fun, many students and staff dressed up as 100-year-olds for the celebration.
Thank you to our teachers and staff for putting together such a great experience for our students!
|| Morning Program at OV
We started our Friday the OV way with the Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song, followed by student shares from each classroom, including the weather and lunch menu. During Kids with Character, students talked about the importance of honesty.
Students also shared jokes and fun facts, bringing lots of smiles to the room. We then celebrated birthdays -- Happy Birthday to Raymond, Amelia, and Blake!
We enjoyed two OV’s Got Talent performances this morning. First, Noelle sang “Beautiful Things” and did a wonderful job, the audience even joined in for parts of the song! Our second act featured Ms. Huntley and The Valentines, who danced to “502 Nonsense,” getting everyone up on their feet and dancing along.
Ms. Hicks also shared an update about the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge and thanked everyone for their donations. To wrap up the program, everyone danced in place with Turbo from the Kids Heart Challenge.
What a great way to start our Friday!
We started our Friday the OV way with the Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song, followed by student shares from each classroom, including the weather and lunch menu. During Kids with Character, students talked about the importance of honesty.
Students also shared jokes and fun facts, bringing lots of smiles to the room. We then celebrated birthdays -- Happy Birthday to Raymond, Amelia, and Blake!
We enjoyed two OV’s Got Talent performances this morning. First, Noelle sang “Beautiful Things” and did a wonderful job, the audience even joined in for parts of the song! Our second act featured Ms. Huntley and The Valentines, who danced to “502 Nonsense,” getting everyone up on their feet and dancing along.
Ms. Hicks also shared an update about the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge and thanked everyone for their donations. To wrap up the program, everyone danced in place with Turbo from the Kids Heart Challenge.
What a great way to start our Friday!
