We are happy to introduce Hillary Prickett to the OASD School board. She has been selected to fill the vacant seat from Region 1. Congratulations to Mrs. Prickett
On Tuesday, December 17th, ten seminar students and their teacher, Renee Shenk, from the high school cameto the PLC to provide a group of 1st and 2nd-grade students with STEM learning activities. These activities include: Catch the Yeti, Build a Gingerbread Sleigh, Holiday Escape Room, Create Snowball Launchers, Holiday Oobleck, and Ornament Decorating. It’s a great way for young students to be exposed to the elements of STEM, and for high school students to serve and encourage primary-aged students.
Here is a message from OASD regarding the events of the last few days. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cT2z-tXdkrHNrra1k9X0tldDToTP9npY/view?usp=drive_link https://drive.google.com/file/d/16N92RyrkV-H3eVJKDvuV_ZXyycOI0yFp/view?usp=sharing
December 10 - 6:30 p.m. - High School Band & Chorus
December 12 - 6:30 p.m. - Intermediate School Chorus
December 17 - 6:30 p.m. - Elementary School Chorus
Board Vacancy – Region 1 – Octorara Area School District
The Honorable Judge Anthony Verwey of the Court of Common Pleas for Chester County, Pennsylvania, has scheduled a hearing on Thursday December 19, 2024, in Courtroom 2 at the Chester County Justice Center located at 201 West Market Street, West Chester, PA for the purpose of filling the vacant Region 1 seat for Board of Directors of the Octorara Area School District. All eligible individuals of Region 1 who request to be considered to fill the vacancy are required to provide a resume and letter of interest to fill the vacancy. All material should be addressed to Judge Verwey and delivered to Jill Hardy at the Octorara Area School District Office at 228 Highland Road, Atglen, PA no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on Wednesday December 18, 2024. All individuals who are qualified and submit a letter of interest will be provided an opportunity to provide testimony to the Court at the hearing scheduled for December 19 beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Octorara Area Career and Technical 2024 Fall Newsletter: https://www.octorara.k12.pa.us/page/oactep-newsletter
On Wednesday evening, five high school musicians were inducted into the Octorara Chapter of the Tri-M Music Honors Society. The Tri-M Music Honor Society is a program of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), which focuses on creating future leaders in music education and music advocacy. Tri-M is the only music honor society for junior/middle school and high school students in the United States. Tri-M recognizes students that have gone above and beyond both academically and musically and also provides students leadership opportunities to make a difference in their community through music-based service projects. Congratulations to Kelsey Badman, Annalisa Griffiths, Sophia Rothenberger, Val Wakeman, and Bridget Whitfield.
Day 4 of National Apprenticeship Week included discussions from Ms. Michelle King - Digital Media and Marketing, and Ms. Jordan Brown - Service Manager, both working for Susquehanna Auto Group (Ford). Both spoke about their paths to their current jobsalong with many experiences and opportunities (project management, web design, diesel mechanics, welding, CDL liscensing) they have had along the way. Thank you for sharing your stories with our OACTEP students!
Day 3 of National Apprenticeship Week included a great presentation from SFC Thomas Gibson and SFC Randy Gibson (Yes....they are brothers). Both spoke on behalf of the opportunities available through the U.S. Army National Guard. SFC Thomas Gibson discussed his training as an Allied Trade Specialist with the National Guard which consists of both machining and welding. Students were attentive with several interested in the tons of opportunties the military had to offer. Thank you for your service and your time today!
Octorara High School students run a student-led Help Desk for computer repairs.
https://www.dailylocal.com/2024/11/19/octorara-school-district-reignites-hands-on-learning-with-student-run-it-help-desk/
Tomorrow evening, we will be hosting a meeting for parents about the current trends in social media and use of mobile technology by our students. Based on the book Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, we will be exploring the 4 Harms that Haidt has identified that make our children vulnerable to social media. We will meet in the middle school HUB at 6:30 PM and all are invited.
Please click here to read the November OASD Community Update.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17W-1RYerDfD05AJcX3Ym_6khWibUcsvs/view?usp=sharing
Day #2 of National Apprenticeship Week started with Ms. Deidre Shappelle, Mother of recent graduates and a K-2 Special Education Teacher from Devereux in Landenberg. Ms. Shappelle discussed what is required of her to be a teacher at Devereaux and the opportunties within Devereux for earning undergraduate and advanced degrees while earning and learning being employed. The conversation also centered on all of the different hats Ms. Shappelle is wearing to support her students on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Ms. Shappelle mentioned the need to collaborate with co-workers and agencies to do their best for each child in their care. Thank you for a great conversation, Ms. Shappelle!
Had a great start to National Apprenticeship Week with Mr. Elijah Robinson, a Father to students in the district and a very accomplished Industrial Electrician, provided a snapshot into his experience in high school and then transitioning to the workforce. With a packed room, Mr. Robinson shared how he became an industrial electrician for the Cleveland Cliffs in Coatesville and what he has been able to do because of the opportunties that were available to him once he was employed. OACTEP students from Business, Mechanical Systems, Carpentry/Cabinet Making, and Computer Technology listened intently to the message. We are grateful to Mr. Robinson for sharing his knowledge!
All Cadets in the Fire Discipline of the Octorara Homeland Security and Protective Services Program passed the State Skills Certification for Hazardous Materials Operations.
Congratulations to the Girls Cross Country Team and Coach McGinnis who qualified for the PIAA Cross Country State Tournament, a first in its history. The team was led by Mya Trotty’s 2nd place finish, Abby Tuel’s 5th place finish and Meghan McGinnis’ 6th place finish.
Congratulations also to Cody Lusby, Boys Cross Country, who received 2nd place overall to qualify for the State Tournament.
They will be traveling to Hershey for Saturday’s State Competition at the Parkview Cross Country Course.
Also, congratulations to the Football Team and Coach Smith who qualified for the PIAA District 3 Tournament. The Football Team will be playing this Friday evening at ELCO High School.
Congratulations to the players, coaches and families as they represent Octorara!
Go Braves!
On Tuesday, October 15, Aiden Althouse, Kelsey Badman, Kierce Dayton, Rocco DeLuca, Makayla Diviney, Dylan Schreiber, and Sophia Rothenberger represented Octorara at the Chester County Honors Chorus Festival at Immaculata University. It was an incredible experience for them to collaborate with talented peers from across the region, and they performed beautifully.
The students showcased not only their musical talents but also their commitment to excellence and teamwork. Congratulations to these students for their hard work and dedication!
Have you noticed a shift in child behavior over the last decade? Increased anxiety, depression, or social withdrawal? You’re not alone... Read more... https://www.octorara.k12.pa.us/page/anxious-generation
Read questions and answers generated by the Octorara exploration of solar energy. https://www.octorara.k12.pa.us/page/solar-exploration
Mr. and Mrs. Peticca enjoying the day and spreading the good news of Octorara education. Great event. Thanks Atglen.
