🎓 Senior Spotlight: ShayLynn Dutcher
Congratulations to ShayLynn Dutcher and the OV Class of 2026! During her time at OV, ShayLynn has participated in the Barbering Career and Technical Education program at DCMO BOCES. One accomplishment she is especially proud of is earning her Barbering License. We are proud to celebrate ShayLynn and look forward to all she accomplishes after graduation.
Best of luck to Owen as he competes in the Golf Sectionals today at Drumlins in Syracuse! We are proud to see OV represented and wish him the best.
Good luck, Owen, all of OV is cheering you on!
The SUNY Morrisville Liberty Partnerships Program Spring Fling is coming up on May 21, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus.
The event will feature music, outdoor games, prizes, spring-themed activities, refreshments, and photo booth fun.
Students interested in attending or families with questions may contact Miss Linda at lgorton@ovcs.org for additional information.
Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our OV students and community artists at the Otselic Valley Art Show!
The show features artwork from OV students in PreK–12 along with talented community artists and showcases the imagination, creativity, and hard work happening throughout our school and community.
The Art Show will be open:
• Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM during OV Fishing & Heritage Day
• Tuesday, May 19 during the OV Spring Concert
Stop by, take a look around, and support the amazing artists who make our school community so special!
We started our Friday the OV way with the Pledge of Allegiance and a patriotic song, followed by student shares from each grade, including the weather and lunch menu. During Kids with Character, a student shared about being courageous. Students also shared funny jokes that brought plenty of smiles and laughter to start the day. We also celebrated some special OV birthdays today -- Happy Birthday to Jessa, Joseph, Emma, and Gavin!
We also recognized our OV Shoutouts as teachers from each grade celebrated students for their positive contributions and accomplishments. Congratulations to all of our students who were recognized!
Our OV’s Got Talent performances featured two wonderful showcases. First, Mrs. Guyer’s Pre-K class performed Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed. Lillian Bishop served as Narrator and Director, while Jaelyn Straight played Mama Monkey. The monkeys were Lawson Arnold, Keagan Haitian, Beau Wood, Huntleigh Mills, and Lillian Sheldon. Doctors included Tessa Beaudoin, Nikolai Coye, Dalylah MacLaury, Sawyer Yaddow, and Asa Duell, while Blaine Allen, Ashton Hillman, and Nicholas Hackett served as Ambulance Drivers. They all did an amazing job bringing the story to life!
Our second OV’s Got Talent showcase featured the Double Dutch Dancers, who performed routines to "Double Dutch Bus" and "Lush Life." They did a fantastic job and wowed the audience with their performance!
We also celebrated our third grade students for participating in the Trout in the Classroom program, and each student received a certificate recognizing their involvement. Thank you to Mr. Gross and our representatives from the Fishing & Heritage Association for helping support this experience and for sharing more details about tomorrow’s Fishing & Heritage Day happening right here in South Otselic.
Superintendent Brian Collier also revealed the winning OV t-shirt design created by Daniel Mowers and celebrated the pride our school community has in OV. A huge thank you to Mrs. Bishop and Mrs. Shoemaker for helping with the shirts. Every student received one of these amazing shirts and is encouraged to wear them proudly!
Thank you as well to our OV staff volunteers who continue organizing the Morning Programs we all enjoy so much.
Reminder for families: we only have two Morning Programs remaining this year: May 29 and June 5.
What an amazing way to start our Friday!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Jacob Depew
Congratulations to Jacob Depew and the OV Class of 2026! During his time at OV, Jacob has been involved in FFA. We are proud to celebrate Jacob and look forward to all he accomplishes after graduation.
|| Our 2nd Graders Brought Animal Habitats to Life!
Second grade students have been learning about animal habitats and recently showcased their creativity with amazing shoebox dioramas! Students researched different habitats and then used their imagination and hard work to create detailed projects at home with support from their families.
Today, after Morning Program, families had the opportunity to visit the second grade classroom for a special habitat showcase. Students proudly wore nametags identifying themselves as "Habitat Experts" and shared their knowledge by explaining their projects, answering questions, and teaching visitors all about the habitats they created. It was wonderful to see students confidently sharing what they learned!
We are so proud of the effort, creativity, and enthusiasm our students put into these projects. Great job, 2nd graders! A special thank you to Mrs. Marston for creating such a fun and engaging learning project, and thank you to our families for supporting students throughout the project and joining us to celebrate their hard work today.
Otselic Valley will be offering a 5-hour pre-licensing course on Monday, June 1 from 3:30–8:30 PM.
The course is open to the public, so please help spread the word! This course is required before scheduling a road test.
Details:
• Cost: $45
• Participants must bring their learner’s permit
• Open to anyone with a learner’s permit
To sign up or for more information, please contact the OV District Office at 315-653-7218.
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Owen Davis
Congratulations to Owen Davis and the OV Class of 2026! During his time at OV, Owen has been involved in golf, soccer, basketball, and FFA. We are proud to celebrate Owen and look forward to all he accomplishes after graduation.
This week’s Throwback Thursday looks back 60 years to the graduating seniors of Georgetown and South Otselic before the formation of Otselic Valley Central School District.
These pages from the 1966 yearbooks, Reminiscing and The Centralian, highlight the graduating seniors of Georgetown and South Otselic from 60 years ago.
Don’t miss your chance to take part in the Duck Derby at Fishing & Heritage Day!
• Ducks will be released this Saturday
• Get your ducks before the event for a chance to win
It’s a fun way to be part of the day while supporting the community.
Ducks are $5 each.
To purchase a duck, contact the Fishing & Heritage Association at melaniesmaroney@yahoo.com, stop by the OV Main Office to see Mrs. Cruikshank, or ask an FFA member for tickets.
Join us on May 16!
Students in grades 4-7 had a great time at the Class of 2030 Overnight Event on Friday night. From games and activities in the gym to pizza, snacks, ice cream sundaes, and spending time with friends, there was plenty of fun packed into the evening. By morning, there were definitely some tired students (and adults!), but lots of smiles and memories made along the way!
A huge thank you to all of the staff members, volunteers, and chaperones who helped organize, supervise, and make this event possible for our students. Your time and support are truly appreciated!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Kassidie Cruikshank
Congratulations to Kassidie Cruikshank and the OV Class of 2026! During her time at OV, Kassidie has been involved in Student Government. We are proud to celebrate Kassidie and look forward to all she accomplishes after graduation.
Seniors in Mrs. Osowski's economics classes met with Mr. Collier and Mr. Walls to ask questions about the proposed school budget. For many, this is their first experience with voting, and the discussion helped them better understand the process and the need to be involved.
There is still time to RSVP for the SUNY Morrisville Liberty Partnerships Program Spring Fling on May 21, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus.
The event will feature music, outdoor games, prizes, spring-themed activities, refreshments, and photo booth fun.
Students interested in attending may RSVP by May 15 using the registration form: https://rebrand.ly/ae571b
Families may also email lgorton@ovcs.org with questions or to RSVP.
Thank you to the Otselic Valley Booster Club for sharing these Senior Night photos.
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|| OV Student and Teacher Honored Through Scholar Recognition Program
Congratulations to Otselic Valley senior Wyatt Eaton and mentor Miriah Lawrence on being recognized through the 2026 Scholar Recognition Program!
The Scholar Recognition Program honors outstanding graduating seniors for their academic achievement, leadership, and service to their school and community. Each student also selects a mentor who has made a significant and positive impact on their educational journey.
Wyatt selected Miriah Lawrence in recognition of the support, encouragement, and influence she has had throughout his education. Both were honored during a special recognition banquet coordinated by Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES and sponsored by local businesses and community partners from across the region.
In his tribute, Wyatt shared that Mrs. Lawrence “teaches from a place of love, acceptance, and understanding” and has created “a truly safe space for her students to be creative and comfortable with themselves.”
Mrs. Lawrence described Wyatt as a student whose “authenticity, work ethic, and passion inspire both his peers and younger students.”
Congratulations to both honorees on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you both for representing OV so well!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Addison Beeman
Congratulations to Addison Beeman and the OV Class of 2026! During her time at OV, Addison has been involved in Drama Club, SAGA, and the Cosmetology program at Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES. One accomplishment she is especially proud of is working on the crew for many Drama Club productions. We are proud to celebrate Addison and look forward to all she accomplishes after graduation.
Join us for a full day of free activities across South Otselic, including:
• Fishing clinics and hatchery tours
• Games, crafts, and family activities
• Antique tractor display
• Cultural programs and demonstrations
• Multiple locations
• Free shuttle available
Bring your family and spend the day exploring everything the community has to offer.
Visit their website for more information: https://www.ovfish.org/
|| May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
Otselic Valley would like to recognize and thank Speech-Language Pathologist Lara Meade for the work she does each day to support communication, learning, and student success at OV!
As part of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, Mrs. Meade is sharing several free family resources provided through a partnership between the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Lantern. Lantern is a free program that delivers expert tips and guidance directly to caregivers’ smartphones through simple text-based support.
Resources include:
• TALK – Speech and language development
• HEAR – Hearing and listening support
• EAT – New Texting Program from ASHA and Lantern Provides Expert Advice for Handling Picky Eating and Other Feeding Challenges
Learn more:
• TALK: https://mylantern.org/lanterns-talk-program/
• HEAR: https://mylantern.org/lanterns-hear-program/
• EAT: https://mylantern.org/new-texting-program-from-asha-and-lantern-provides-expert-advice-for-handling-picky-eating-and-other-feeding-challenges/
Thank you, Mrs. Meade, for your continued dedication to supporting OV students and families!
