Otselic Valley Central School District

Free Babysitter Training Class at OV Library!
Looking for a way for your child to build leadership skills, learn basic first aid, and gain babysitting experience? Check out this free training class for Chenango County youth hosted by The Place:
|| Otselic Valley Public Library
• Thursday, August 7th (3:00-6:30pm) and Friday, August 8th (9:00 AM-12:30pm)
This hands-on class teaches:
• How to start a babysitting business
• Child and infant care
• Safety, first aid & emergency response
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Resume writing and interview prep
|| Register by calling The Place at 607-336-9696
Sign up today!

|| ThrowbackThursday at OV!
We're rewinding to 1975 with this photo of our Junior Class from the "Reflections" yearbook. Hairstyles, flared pants, and memories -- all captured in one photo!
A lot has changed, but the Viking Spirit lives on!

|| Info for OV Families: Run with the DeRuyter Cross Country Team this Fall! Looking to challenge yourself, build endurance, and be part of a team? The DeRuyter Cross Country Team is looking for runners in grades 7-12 this fall, and OV students can join! Whether you’re new to the sport or experienced, all are welcome. Interested? Contact Danielle Graham at dgraham@ovcs.org to sign up or learn more. Join the team and hit the trails this Fall!

|| Info for OV Families: OV Students Can Join SE's Fall Football Teams! Are you ready for football season? Whether you’re in grades 7-12 or under 12 years old, there’s a spot for you on the field! || Grades 7-12: Modified, JV, and Varsity football players from Otselic Valley will join Sherburne-Earlville this fall. •Contact Coach Steve Franklin at franklins@seonline.org or call/text 607-316-0126 for more info or to get started. || Youth Football (Ages 12 and under): •Sherburne Youth Football is hosting its final sign-up on Wednesday, July 9th from 6-7pm at Gilligan’s Restaurant in Sherburne. Don’t miss it!

|| REMINDER FOR OV FAMILIES: Summer School Begins July 8th Summer School for Otselic Valley students will begin Tuesday, July 8th and will be held at DCMO BOCES. • Letters have been sent to families of students who are in need of attending. • If you have questions or need more information, please contact the main office.

|| Celebrating a Sweet Year in First Grade! Mrs. Stoklosa’s first grade class wrapped up the school year with a fun and thoughtful awards celebration! Each student received a special “sweet award” recognizing their unique strengths and hard work throughout the year.

|| A Memorable Last Day for OV Elementary! To celebrate the end of this school year, our elementary students took their final walk out of the building through a special tradition -- a hand bridge formed by the teachers. It was a sweet way to wrap up the year and send students off into summer break.

|| It’s Graduation Day at Otselic Valley! Before our seniors walk across the stage tonight, we’re taking a moment to recognize the Class of 2025. View the Class of 2025 newsletter page here: https://rb.gy/tvzxr4 We can’t wait to celebrate them tonight!

|| Join Our Team at Otselic Valley! Otselic Valley Central School is now hiring for several positions across departments. If you’re passionate about education and student support, we’d love to hear from you! Current Openings Include: • Guidance Counselor • School Bus Driver • Typist • Part-Time Bus Aide • Food Service Helper • Elementary Teacher (Anticipated) ª Virtual Summer School Health Teacher • School Aide Be part of a team that supports student success and makes a difference every day. Visit our website for full job descriptions and application details: https://www.ovcs.org/page/job-vacancies

|| Summer Driver’s Ed -- Spots Still Available! Looking to save on car insurance and gain valuable experience behind the wheel? We still have openings in Otselic Valley’s Summer Driver’s Education Program! • Students must have a valid learner’s permit • Program runs June 27th through the week of July 28th • Attendance is required for 16 days of class and driving This is a great opportunity for students to meet DMV requirements and gain confidence on the road. Questions or ready to sign up? Email jpreston@ovcs.org or call the school office today!

|| Throwback Thursday at Otselic Valley! We're turning the page back to the year 2000 with this photo from the New Horizons yearbook, titled “Millennium Moments.” Featured here are the seniors who graduated 25 years ago as the Class of 2000! A new century, a new chapter, and memories that still hold strong.

|| Wrapping Up the ABC Countdown to Summer with a Splash! Our Pre-K through 2nd grade students celebrated the end of their ABC Countdown to Summer in the most fun (and wet!) way possible -- with a Water Day outside! To add a twist, students earned water balloons to throw at their teachers based on how many points they moved up in their benchmark testing. The better they did, the more balloons they got, and let’s just say, the teachers got very wet! It was a joyful way to celebrate their hard work and a fantastic school year. Great job, OV students, you’ve earned this fun!

|| ABC Countdown to Summer! Our Pre-K through 2nd grade students have been having a blast with their ABC Countdown to Summer -- a fun way to wrap up the school year with some excitement! From outdoor chalk art to scavenger hunts and other hands-on activities, each adventure brought lots of smiles! We’re so proud of all their hard work this year, and what a fun way to celebrate learning!

|| Pen Pals & Pool Time! Our 2nd and 3rd grade students took a special trip to Sherburne to finally meet their pen pals in person after months of writing back and forth! It was a splash-tastic day of friendship, sunshine, and swimming -- and with a little encouragement, Mr. Gross even jumped in the pool... fully dressed: https://youtu.be/qZAGijZaUFo What a great way to wrap up the year!

|| Moving Up Day at Otselic Valley! On Tuesday, our youngest students took an exciting step forward during Moving Up Day! Pre-K students visited Mrs. Davis’ Kindergarten class, Kindergarteners met Mrs. Stoklosa in First Grade, First Graders got to know Mrs. Marston in Second Grade, and Second Graders visited Mr. Gross’ Third Grade classroom. Students had the chance to explore their future classrooms, meet their next teachers, and ask questions about what to expect next year. We’re so proud of their curiosity, courage, and excitement as they look ahead to new adventures in the 2025–2026 school year!

|| Kindergarten Field Day Fun! Mrs. Davis’ Kindergarten class had a blast at last week’s Elementary Field Days! From bouncing and balloon walking to dancing and photo booth smiles, it was a day full of laughter, movement, and memory-making. Thank you to everyone who helped make this special day possible -- the smiles say it all!

|| 4th Grade Rainforest Tour! Mrs. Thorp’s 4th grade class recently led visitors on exciting Rainforest Tours -- and what an adventure it was! Student tour guides walked visitors through interactive stations exploring the layers of the rainforest, its animals, plants and more! Guests also had the chance to participate in fun contests and explore 5th grade rainforest country research projects on display in the hallway. Huge shoutout to our 4th and 5th grade students for their creativity, knowledge, and enthusiasm. You brought the rainforest to life!

|| Need to cool off? The OV Library has AC! If you're looking for a cool place to relax during this heat, stop by the Otselic Valley Library! We’re open Monday-Friday from 3-7pm. Enjoy games, craft supplies, books, free wifi -- and yes, air conditioning! Everyone’s welcome to beat the heat with us!

|| First Grade Fun at Field Days! Last week, our elementary students enjoyed a day packed with excitement and smiles at Field Days! From the bounce house to balloon walk, obstacle course, photo booth, dancing, and more -- there was something for everyone to enjoy. We’re especially thankful for the teachers, staff, and volunteers who made this day unforgettable!

|| Otselic Valley Alumni Banquet! Join us on Saturday, July 12, 2025, for the Otselic Valley Alumni Banquet in the air-conditioned school gymnasium! Reconnect with classmates during the 4:00 pm Social Hour with punch, appetizers, and optional school tours. At 5:00 pm, enjoy a delicious turkey dinner catered by Shelly’s Restaurant of DeRuyter. • Honored guests include the Classes of 2025, 2000, and 1975 - your meal is complimentary! || Reservations are due by June 28, 2025. Payment at the door is accepted, but reservations help us plan accurately. Please find the reservation and donation forms here: https://short-link.me/10ITD Learn more about the Lillian Thompson Scholarship Fund and how your contributions continue to support graduating seniors, and check out a proposal for a new Alumni Trades Award to be voted on at this year’s meeting. Let’s celebrate our shared history and support future graduates!