Otselic Valley Central School District

|| OV Students Shine at DCMO BOCES Senior Showcase! Last week, Otselic Valley students proudly represented our school at the Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES Senior Showcase and Open House. These talented students presented their final projects to a packed crowd, showcasing the skills and knowledge they’ve gained through their CTE programs. || Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding work: • Austin Brown - Conservation (senior) • Aidan Brown-Smith – Conservation (senior) • Braeden Bunting – Welding (senior) • Shay Dutcher – Barbering (Junior who completed the one-year program and presented at the Senior Showcase) • Caden Fuller – Conservation (senior) • Carlie Golden – New Vision Allied Health (senior - presented on a different date) • Katie Kenyon – Cosmetology (senior) • Ryley Palmer – Conservation (senior) • David Palmer III – Conservation (senior) • Alex Remillard – Security and Law (senior) • Lukas Schieferstein – Barbering (Junior who completed the one-year program and presented at the Senior Showcase) We're so proud of your hard work and dedication. You represented OV with pride and excellence!

|| Prom Night Magic at Stoney Creek Castle On Saturday, May 31st, Otselic Valley’s students gathered for a memorable evening of music, dancing, and celebration at the beautiful at Stoney Creek Castle in Earlville. Prom-goers arrived in style and were welcomed into an elegant setting for a night they won’t forget. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Junior Prom Court: Payne Wood Mackenzie Reandeau Caleb Loomis Emma Rooker Owen Davis Skyler Graham Wyatt Eaton Josie Guernsey Lucas Shieferstein Abby White A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make the night unforgettable -- the Junior Class of 2026, along with the dedicated advisors, chaperones, and sponsors who made it all possible. Special recognition to our adorable crown bearers: Bryce Marston Kennedy Thorp Lane Whorrall Blake Bishop

|| First Grade Builds a Lunar Lander! Our creative and hardworking first graders have been busy with an out-of-this-world project -- repurposing old newspapers to build a lunar lander model! Students carefully layered and rolled newspapers into logs to build the structure over time. The finished model even includes an airlock for entry, and today, they finally got to enjoy the results of their efforts! A huge shoutout to our first graders for turning recycled materials into something stellar.

|| Morning Program Highlights: May 30th, 2025 This morning, students gathered once again to kick off the day with Viking spirit and smiles at our OV Morning Program! We began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song, followed by student-led updates including: • Weather • Lunch Menu • Jokes & Fun Facts Our 2nd grade students led a meaningful reminder about the importance of good character. We also celebrated some birthdays -- Happy Birthday to: Madisyn, Brodie, Nolan, Jaden, Piper, Alana, Elijah, Nolan, Reagan, and Chloe! For this week’s OV’s Got Talent and Classroom Showcase, Mrs. Young’s 4th grade class stole the spotlight -- dressed as bananas and dancing to “I Love Rock and Roll”! As always, the program ended with dancing and fun for all! Don’t forget: Our final Morning Program of the school year will take place next Friday, June 6th. We hope to see you there!

|| Community Resource for OV Families! Looking for ways to support your child’s language and literacy skills this summer? Join the FACE Center for a free virtual event on Tuesday, June 3 at 6:00 PM: Let’s Get Talking! Boost Your Child’s Language & Literacy Skills This Summer! You'll learn: • Fun tips and easy strategies • Smart ways to grow vocabulary at home • Free resources to build strong language and reading skills This session is perfect for families with young children, and YOU play a big role in helping your child thrive in school and beyond. • Tuesday, June 3 at 6:00 PM Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/p8bpaps Let’s grow those word skills together!

|| Help Improve Transportation Access in Chenango County Otselic Valley senior Caylene Russell is conducting a Civic Action project as part of her Economics class, focusing on how transportation challenges in Chenango County may contribute to poverty in our region. To support her research, we’re asking community members to complete a short survey. • Your input will help identify local needs and potential solutions. • Take the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/mv88nk3t Thank you for helping our students make a meaningful impact through real-world learning!

|| It’s Almost Roller-Skating Time at Otselic Valley! Hosted by the Class of 2027 Join us Wednesday, June 4th at the school for an afternoon of skating, snacks, and fun with friends! || Schedule: Pre-K - 4th Grade: 3:00 – 4:30 PM • Please send in your permission slip and payment in advance 5th - 12th Grade: 4:30 – 6:00 PM • May pay at the door Cost: $10 per skater -- Parents are welcome to skate too! Bring money for candy, drinks, and pizza.

|| ThrowbackThursday to CATS at OV! In March 2007, Otselic Valley students transformed the stage, and themselves, for a spectacular performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS. The Multi-Purpose Room became a dark alley filled with felines of all shapes and sizes, thanks to the creative vision of Mrs. Sortman and her talented cast and crew. It was the first time CATS had ever been performed at OV, and it left a lasting impression on everyone who attended.

|| OV + Good Neighbors = A Stronger Community Over the weekend, our own Ms. Charles picked up food from the Good Neighbors Program to support our school community. With the help of some amazing OV students, the food was organized and distributed to classrooms. We're so thankful to Ms. Charles for going the extra mile, to our student helpers for their teamwork, and to Good Neighbors for their continued generosity. Acts of service like this remind us how strong our community truly is!

|| Kindergarten Reading Buddies! Our sixth graders took a special trip to the kindergarten classroom to listen to the amazing progress our youngest learners have made in reading this year. Each sixth grader paired up with a kindergartener, grabbed their bag of books, and got to hear just how far these new readers have come! It was a heartwarming moment filled with smiles and the joy of learning!

|| Don’t Miss It! 101 Dalmatians – The Musical! Our 4th and 5th grade students are getting ready to hit the stage for a tail-wagging good time in this year’s production of 101 Dalmatians! • Performance Date: June 11 •Time: 7:00 PM • Location: Otselic Valley Central School They’ve worked hard and are almost ready to bring the story to life with music, energy, and plenty of puppy charm. Come out and support our talented young performers -- we can’t wait to see you there!

|| New Vision Student Shares Research on Maternal Health Congratulations to Carlie Golden, an Otselic Valley senior enrolled in the New Vision Allied Health program at the Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES Alan D. Pole Campus! Carlie recently presented her senior research paper and project titled: "Neglected: The Hidden Cost of Poor Maternal Care - and What We Can Do to Fix It." Her presentation explored critical gaps in maternal healthcare and offered insightful solutions for improving outcomes. Principal Mrs. Barber-Breese was in attendance to support and celebrate Carlie’s work. Carlie plans to attend SUNY Morrisville this fall to pursue her dream of becoming a Labor and Delivery Nurse. We’re so proud of her hard work, passion, and future-focused vision. Way to go, Carlie!

|| OV Marching Vikings Honor Memorial Day Students from Otselic Valley took part in a meaningful Memorial Day tradition as members of the Marching Vikings during the local parade. Thank you to our band members, staff, families, and community for supporting this special event.

|| We Remember and Honor - This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten.

|| Regents Review Week: May 27th - 30th We’re continuing Regents Review at Otselic Valley! Check out this week’s review schedule (May 27-30) to help students prepare for their upcoming exams. || Students, please see your teacher to sign up for any of the review sessions. •Sessions are available for Algebra 2, Chemistry, Earth Science, English 11, Geometry, Global II, Living Environment, and U.S. History. •Reminder: The late bus is only available at 5:00 PM -- please make any necessary transportation arrangements. Stay tuned -- we’ll continue posting weekly review and Regents exam schedules to help families stay informed.

|| Honoring Nancy L. Goodrich Otselic Valley remembers Nancy L. Goodrich, a 1983 graduate of Otselic Valley and the Norwich BOCES. Nancy will be fondly remembered for her warm smile, kind heart, and genuine joy in connecting with others -- she never forgot a name and always brightened the room! Nancy spent many years in her loving home with her parents, and later was cared for by the dedicated staff at the IRA in Oneida. She enjoyed country music, reading, word searches, photo albums, and any moment spent with family and friends. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Nancy’s family, friends, and caregivers. To read more about Nancy’s life, please visit her obituary here: https://www.paulfuneralhome.net/obituary/Nancy-Goodrich

|| Honoring Mary F. Tretiak Otselic Valley remembers Mary F. Tretiak, who served our school community as a dedicated teacher’s assistant in the Georgetown School. In addition to her work in education, Mary was deeply devoted to her family and enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Thank you, Mary, for your service to Georgetown School. To read more about Mary’s life and legacy, please visit the obituary here: https://tinyurl.com/2s429tcz

|| Important Health & Safety Reminder for Families Fentanyl and Carfentanil, extremely dangerous opioids, are increasingly being found mixed with other substances such as vapes, pills, gummies, and cannabis products. These combinations can be deadly, often without the user even knowing what they're ingesting. This is a growing concern in schools across the country, and it reinforces just how important it is to know: • Where our students are during the school day • Whether they may be exposed to harmful substances • How to talk to them about the risks We encourage families to stay informed and have open conversations with their children. || Learn more about the risks in this article shared by our school nurse: https://tinyurl.com/zscp3mhb Thank you for working with us to keep our students safe and healthy.

|| Youth Football & Cheer Registration -- Now Open! Looking for a fun, team-focused activity for your child this fall? The Mid-York Panthers are now registering players ages 5-12 for youth football and cheerleading! The program serves families in the Hamilton, Madison, Morrisville-Eaton, Otselic Valley, and Stockbridge school districts. Early Bird Registration Special Pay in full by June 30, 2025 and save $25 per player! Program Fees: • $100 – Tackle Football • $75 – Flag Football • $100 – Cheerleading Register at: leagues.bluesombrero.com/midyorkpopwarner This program promotes character, teamwork, responsibility, and sportsmanship in a supportive, community environment.

|| Senior Seminar Visits Rentals to Go! Seniors in Mrs. O’s Senior Seminar class recently toured Rentals to Go in Norwich, NY, where they had the opportunity to learn directly from owner Grant Brightman. Mr. Brightman shared valuable tips on: • Job opportunities within the company • The importance of certifications and benefits • Interviewing strategies for future success Students were impressed by the professional environment, welcoming employees, and wide range of career paths available at Rentals to Go. Thank you to Grant and the Rentals to Own team for an insightful and inspiring visit!