|| Otselic Valley Safety Drill Reminder
Next week, Otselic Valley will be conducting an evacuation drill as part of our regular safety routines.
These drills are meant to provide students and staff with practice so they feel prepared and confident in the event of an emergency.
We encourage families to talk with students about how these drills are practice routines that keep everyone prepared and safe.
Thank you for your support as we work together to keep OV safe.
Next week, Otselic Valley will be conducting an evacuation drill as part of our regular safety routines.
These drills are meant to provide students and staff with practice so they feel prepared and confident in the event of an emergency.
We encourage families to talk with students about how these drills are practice routines that keep everyone prepared and safe.
Thank you for your support as we work together to keep OV safe.
|| OV Athletics Reminders
We’re proud of all our Vikings competing this fall! Here’s where you can catch OV athletes on the field:
• Modified Girls Soccer (OV joining Madison for games)
• Varsity Girls Soccer (OV)
• Modified Boys Soccer (OV)
• Varsity Boys Soccer (DeRuyter)
• Football (Sherburne-Earlville)
|| Can’t make it to Sherburne-Earlville football games? You can still tune in live with Chenango Sports:
1. Go to Mixlr.com
2. Search “Chenango Sports” and scroll down
3. Click the Chenango Sports logo
Stay up to date: OV Athletics Schedule: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/79
We’re proud of all our Vikings competing this fall! Here’s where you can catch OV athletes on the field:
• Modified Girls Soccer (OV joining Madison for games)
• Varsity Girls Soccer (OV)
• Modified Boys Soccer (OV)
• Varsity Boys Soccer (DeRuyter)
• Football (Sherburne-Earlville)
|| Can’t make it to Sherburne-Earlville football games? You can still tune in live with Chenango Sports:
1. Go to Mixlr.com
2. Search “Chenango Sports” and scroll down
3. Click the Chenango Sports logo
Stay up to date: OV Athletics Schedule: https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/79
|| Instrument Petting Zoo!
Our 4th grade students had a fun afternoon exploring instruments with help from our high school band members! From brass to woodwinds to percussion, students had the chance to try out different instruments, ask questions, and imagine what they might want to play in the future.
A big thank-you to our high school musicians and Mr. Taylor for making this hands-on experience possible. The excitement and smiles said it all -- music is alive and well at OV!
Our 4th grade students had a fun afternoon exploring instruments with help from our high school band members! From brass to woodwinds to percussion, students had the chance to try out different instruments, ask questions, and imagine what they might want to play in the future.
A big thank-you to our high school musicians and Mr. Taylor for making this hands-on experience possible. The excitement and smiles said it all -- music is alive and well at OV!
|| Reminder: OV Athletic Survey
Thank you to everyone who has already taken our Athletic Survey!
Your input is helping us better understand interest and participation as we plan for the future of our sports programs.
If you haven’t had a chance yet, we’d still love to hear from you. Your feedback is so important in supporting our student athletes and shaping the opportunities available at Otselic Valley.
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/81yjwC92nDCVJT1J8
Thank you for being part of the conversation and for supporting OV Athletics!
Thank you to everyone who has already taken our Athletic Survey!
Your input is helping us better understand interest and participation as we plan for the future of our sports programs.
If you haven’t had a chance yet, we’d still love to hear from you. Your feedback is so important in supporting our student athletes and shaping the opportunities available at Otselic Valley.
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/81yjwC92nDCVJT1J8
Thank you for being part of the conversation and for supporting OV Athletics!
|| Have you checked out Rooms yet?
Otselic Valley is now using Rooms, our new two-way communication platform -- making it easier than ever to stay connected with teachers, coaches, and school staff.
For the best experience, download the free Otselic Valley app today:
Android: https://rebrand.ly/cbhnnvz
iPhone: https://rebrand.ly/77ybvda
With Rooms, everything you need is in one place:
• Messages you won’t miss (text, email, or push notifications)
• One login for everything OV
• Automatic translation into your preferred language
Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay with OV.
Otselic Valley is now using Rooms, our new two-way communication platform -- making it easier than ever to stay connected with teachers, coaches, and school staff.
For the best experience, download the free Otselic Valley app today:
Android: https://rebrand.ly/cbhnnvz
iPhone: https://rebrand.ly/77ybvda
With Rooms, everything you need is in one place:
• Messages you won’t miss (text, email, or push notifications)
• One login for everything OV
• Automatic translation into your preferred language
Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay with OV.
|| Pre-K on Patrol!
Our Pre-K students had an exciting morning exploring Deputy Smith’s Sheriff’s car!
They climbed into the back seat, the front seat, and even the driver’s seat. They also had the chance to try on Deputy Smith’s protective vest and fall jacket, and of course, the sirens and lights were a big hit!
Thank you to Deputy Smith for taking the time to answer questions and let our youngest Vikings explore the vehicle. The kids had a fantastic time learning, laughing, and experiencing a little bit of what it’s like to be in law enforcement.
Our Pre-K students had an exciting morning exploring Deputy Smith’s Sheriff’s car!
They climbed into the back seat, the front seat, and even the driver’s seat. They also had the chance to try on Deputy Smith’s protective vest and fall jacket, and of course, the sirens and lights were a big hit!
Thank you to Deputy Smith for taking the time to answer questions and let our youngest Vikings explore the vehicle. The kids had a fantastic time learning, laughing, and experiencing a little bit of what it’s like to be in law enforcement.
|| Game Day Reminder!
Come cheer on our Varsity Girls Soccer team as they take on McGraw at home today, Friday, September 12th!
• Start time: 4:30 p.m.
• Otselic Valley Central School
Come and support our Vikings!
Come cheer on our Varsity Girls Soccer team as they take on McGraw at home today, Friday, September 12th!
• Start time: 4:30 p.m.
• Otselic Valley Central School
Come and support our Vikings!
|| A friendly reminder about morning drop-off
To help keep mornings running smoothly and safe for everyone, please remember:
• Doors open at 7:50 a.m.
• Classes begin at 7:55 a.m.
• Students are dismissed at 2:45 p.m.
We kindly ask that families wait until 7:50 a.m. for drop-off, unless prior special arrangements have been made. This ensures staff are ready to greet and supervise students.
Thank you for helping us keep mornings safe, calm, and welcoming for all of our OV families!
To help keep mornings running smoothly and safe for everyone, please remember:
• Doors open at 7:50 a.m.
• Classes begin at 7:55 a.m.
• Students are dismissed at 2:45 p.m.
We kindly ask that families wait until 7:50 a.m. for drop-off, unless prior special arrangements have been made. This ensures staff are ready to greet and supervise students.
Thank you for helping us keep mornings safe, calm, and welcoming for all of our OV families!
|| We’re excited to welcome Alyssa Macrino to our Viking family!
Ms. Macrino joins Otselic Valley as our Academic & Career Coordinator. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education and Humanities from SUNY Cortland and is currently pursuing her Master’s in School Counseling at St. Bonaventure University, graduating in May 2026.
She’s originally from Rockland County, NY, and in her free time she enjoys playing pickleball -- she even travels for tournaments as far as Dallas, TX! She also loves spending time with her two cats, Leo and Mufasa.
We’re so glad to have Ms. Macrino on the team, welcome to OV!
|| Throwback Thursday from the 1966 South Otselic Centralian yearbook: The Band!
In 1965-66, the South Otselic Band had a year to remember! The group kicked off with an unforgettable trip to the New York World’s Fair, then went on to perform at Cornell Band Day, the School Fair, and PTA events.
Many students also represented the school at the All-County Band and Orchestra, and the year wrapped up with the Spring Concert, State Competition, and the Sherburne Pageant of Bands.
What a year for music at South Otselic!
In 1965-66, the South Otselic Band had a year to remember! The group kicked off with an unforgettable trip to the New York World’s Fair, then went on to perform at Cornell Band Day, the School Fair, and PTA events.
Many students also represented the school at the All-County Band and Orchestra, and the year wrapped up with the Spring Concert, State Competition, and the Sherburne Pageant of Bands.
What a year for music at South Otselic!
|| Reminder: Upcoming Otselic Valley Board of Education Meetings
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
• 6:00 PM – Policy Committee Meeting, Conference Room
• 7:00 PM – Board of Education Meeting, Mirrored Cafeteria
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
• 6:00 PM – Policy Committee Meeting, Conference Room
• 7:00 PM – Board of Education Meeting, Mirrored Cafeteria
|| Welcome to Otselic Valley!
We’re excited to introduce three new aides joining our Viking family this year: Liz Yaddow, Victoria LeDuc, and Nicholas Baker.
Their support and dedication will make a big difference in our classrooms and for our students every day. Please join us in giving them a warm OV welcome!
We’re excited to introduce three new aides joining our Viking family this year: Liz Yaddow, Victoria LeDuc, and Nicholas Baker.
Their support and dedication will make a big difference in our classrooms and for our students every day. Please join us in giving them a warm OV welcome!
|| Calling All Student Poets & Artists!
The American Chemical Society (ACS) Binghamton Section invites all K-12 students in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Tioga Counties to take part in the Annual Illustrated Poem Contest in celebration of National Chemistry Week.
This year’s theme is “The Hidden Life of Spices.” Students can submit an original illustrated poem that creatively incorporates a scientific concept related to the theme.
Local prizes will be awarded for the top two poems in each grade category, and first-place winners will advance to the national contest for a chance at cash prizes.
|| Entries are due by Sunday, October 26th at 11:59 p.m.
Submit entries here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeFVsG.../viewform
Let’s see your creativity shine through words, science, and art!
The American Chemical Society (ACS) Binghamton Section invites all K-12 students in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Tioga Counties to take part in the Annual Illustrated Poem Contest in celebration of National Chemistry Week.
This year’s theme is “The Hidden Life of Spices.” Students can submit an original illustrated poem that creatively incorporates a scientific concept related to the theme.
Local prizes will be awarded for the top two poems in each grade category, and first-place winners will advance to the national contest for a chance at cash prizes.
|| Entries are due by Sunday, October 26th at 11:59 p.m.
Submit entries here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeFVsG.../viewform
Let’s see your creativity shine through words, science, and art!
|| We’re excited to welcome Ms. Corilynn Coye to our Viking Family!
Ms. Coye joins us as an elementary Special Education Teacher. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Special Education, and she’s excited to be part of our OV family.
Outside the classroom, Ms. Coye enjoys skiing, hiking, spending time with her family, and caring for her pet pig, Hank!
We’re so glad to have her on the team -- welcome, Ms. Coye!
Ms. Coye joins us as an elementary Special Education Teacher. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Special Education, and she’s excited to be part of our OV family.
Outside the classroom, Ms. Coye enjoys skiing, hiking, spending time with her family, and caring for her pet pig, Hank!
We’re so glad to have her on the team -- welcome, Ms. Coye!
|| Reminder: New Personal Device Guidelines
Phones and personal internet-enabled devices must be kept in student lockers all day, from the morning bell to the dismissal bell.
As part of New York State education law, Otselic Valley is implementing updated guidelines to support student learning, focus, and mental well-being. Students are expected to power off and store smartphones, smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, and similar devices in their lockers during the school day.
You can read more about the guidelines here: https://www.ovcs.org/page/about-us
Thank you for helping us create a focused and supportive learning environment for our students. 💛🖤
#OVCS #OVPride #FocusOnLearning
Phones and personal internet-enabled devices must be kept in student lockers all day, from the morning bell to the dismissal bell.
As part of New York State education law, Otselic Valley is implementing updated guidelines to support student learning, focus, and mental well-being. Students are expected to power off and store smartphones, smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, and similar devices in their lockers during the school day.
You can read more about the guidelines here: https://www.ovcs.org/page/about-us
Thank you for helping us create a focused and supportive learning environment for our students. 💛🖤
#OVCS #OVPride #FocusOnLearning
|| Leading the Pack: OV’s Lukas Schieferstein!
Otselic Valley student Lukas Schieferstein played an outstanding game with the Sherburne-Earlville Timberwolves football team this past weekend!
Lukas made plays on both offense and defense, finishing with:
• 2 receiving touchdowns
• A pick-six on defense
We’re proud of Lukas for leading the Timberwolves’ offense with 7 carries for 111 yards!
Read more in The Evening Sun (a subscription is required to read the full article): https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2025-09-08/43316/S-E-football-falls-short-to-Westmoreland-Oriskany-in-two-overtimes
Otselic Valley student Lukas Schieferstein played an outstanding game with the Sherburne-Earlville Timberwolves football team this past weekend!
Lukas made plays on both offense and defense, finishing with:
• 2 receiving touchdowns
• A pick-six on defense
We’re proud of Lukas for leading the Timberwolves’ offense with 7 carries for 111 yards!
Read more in The Evening Sun (a subscription is required to read the full article): https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2025-09-08/43316/S-E-football-falls-short-to-Westmoreland-Oriskany-in-two-overtimes
|| We’re excited to introduce Melissa Brown to our Viking family!
Melissa will be teaching 5th Grade ELA and Science as well as 4th Grade Science this year.
She’s an OV alum, earned her Master’s in Elementary Teaching from WGU, and has been active in our community through coaching OV Rec basketball and soccer.
When she’s not teaching, Melissa enjoys game nights with her family, camping, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills.
Welcome back, Melissa -- we’re so glad to have you on the team!
Melissa will be teaching 5th Grade ELA and Science as well as 4th Grade Science this year.
She’s an OV alum, earned her Master’s in Elementary Teaching from WGU, and has been active in our community through coaching OV Rec basketball and soccer.
When she’s not teaching, Melissa enjoys game nights with her family, camping, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills.
Welcome back, Melissa -- we’re so glad to have you on the team!
|| Kindergarten Magic at OV!
Our Kindergarten students discovered that learning really is magical. With the help of their teacher (and her magic wand!), they recited a special poem, kneaded their clay, and watched in amazement as it changed from white into a brand new color!
As the rhyme says:
If another color does appear,
we're sure to have a GREAT school year!
The students were delighted to see the magic happen in their own hands, and couldn’t wait to tell their families that not only is their teacher magic, but they are too!
See the magic for yourself in this video: https://rebrand.ly/o8ohfju
Here’s to a year full of curiosity and discovery!
Our Kindergarten students discovered that learning really is magical. With the help of their teacher (and her magic wand!), they recited a special poem, kneaded their clay, and watched in amazement as it changed from white into a brand new color!
As the rhyme says:
If another color does appear,
we're sure to have a GREAT school year!
The students were delighted to see the magic happen in their own hands, and couldn’t wait to tell their families that not only is their teacher magic, but they are too!
See the magic for yourself in this video: https://rebrand.ly/o8ohfju
Here’s to a year full of curiosity and discovery!
|| Snapshots from the First Day of School at OV!
From our Pre-K students discovering the joy of learning to older students settling into their new classes -- our hallways were filled with energy, excitement, and smiles.
It was wonderful to see students across all grades engaged, learning, and reconnecting with friends and teachers. The first day set a positive tone for the year ahead, and we’re looking forward to all the moments still to come!
Here’s to a school year full of growth, discovery, and OV Pride!
From our Pre-K students discovering the joy of learning to older students settling into their new classes -- our hallways were filled with energy, excitement, and smiles.
It was wonderful to see students across all grades engaged, learning, and reconnecting with friends and teachers. The first day set a positive tone for the year ahead, and we’re looking forward to all the moments still to come!
Here’s to a school year full of growth, discovery, and OV Pride!
|| We Want to Hear from You!
Otselic Valley is facing challenges with athletic participation, and we are looking for input from our community as we plan for the future of our sports programs.
|| Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/81yjwC92nDCVJT1J8
Your feedback is very important in helping us understand interest, participation, and possibilities moving forward.
Thank you for supporting our students and athletics at OV!
Otselic Valley is facing challenges with athletic participation, and we are looking for input from our community as we plan for the future of our sports programs.
|| Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/81yjwC92nDCVJT1J8
Your feedback is very important in helping us understand interest, participation, and possibilities moving forward.
Thank you for supporting our students and athletics at OV!
