At the start of the 2024-25 school year, a heartwarming new tradition emerged at JFK and Madill Elementary Schools. This initiative, called “Little Devils Meet Big Devils,” brings together kindergarten students and OFA seniors, fostering connections and creating memorable experiences.
The program’s inaugural ceremony took place in the fall on the OFA football field. Kindergarten students joined the class of 2025 seniors on the turf where they received t-shirts displaying “Ogdensburg Free Academy Class of 2037." In March, the participating students reunited for a morning filled with fun activities including exciting games in the gymnasium, ice skating and broomball at the Dome, cookie decorating, hot chocolate sipping, and coloring sessions.
The culminating event took place Friday, May 16 back on the OFA football field. The celebration served as a send-off for the soon-to-be Blue Devil alumni. Students exchanged parting gifts and enjoyed a day of activities, including lunch, field games, a touch-a-truck experience, and sno-cones.
The event was made possible with support from the Ogdensburg Fire Department, Ogdensburg Police Department, City of Ogdensburg Department of Public Works, Ogdensburg Pepsi Cola Bottlers and Adams Family Jumpers.
“Little Devils Meet Big Devils” will resume next fall with a new group of students. The program has been successful in providing our students with lasting memories and fostering a sense of community. The school district is excited to continue this new tradition and looks forward to seeing its positive impact well into the future.
