Category: Archive
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Ogdensburg City School District Opens 2026-27 Universal Pre-Kindergarten Applications
The Ogdensburg City School District is now accepting applications for its 2026-27 Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program. Children who turn 4 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2026, are eligible to apply. Applications are available in the district office, all elementary school offices and on the district website. Completed applications must be returned by April
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Elementary Reconfiguration Plan Presented at Feb. 9 Board of Education Meeting
Facing sharply declining enrollment and a significant projected budget deficit for next year, the Ogdensburg City School District Board of Education at its Feb. 9 meeting reviewed a proposed elementary grade reconfiguration for the 2026-27 school year that would maintain academic programs while reducing costs. Under the plan, Grant C. Madill Elementary would become a
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Elementary Reorganization Community Forum Summary
The Ogdensburg City School District held a community forum on Wednesday, February 11, to discuss the proposed elementary school reorganization, driven by a projected $2.54 million budget deficit and the need to maintain programming without a significant tax increase. The district confirmed that the reconfiguration is a final decision and will move forward for the
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OFA Senior Receives Inaugural Miss Spirit Award
Ogdensburg Free Academy senior Meriam Skamperle has been selected by the Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival Queen Pageant judges as the first recipient of the Miss Spirit Award. The award honors Wayne Ashley, a dedicated public servant and former Ogdensburg city councilor and mayor. To continue Mr. Ashley’s legacy of service, the Ashley family will donate
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24 Ogdensburg Students Perform at All-County Festival B
Twenty-four Ogdensburg City School District students performed in the St. Lawrence County Music Educators Association All-County Festival B on Friday, Feb. 6, and Saturday, Feb. 7, at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music. Students were selected for their ensembles based on musical ability. Senior High Vocal Select EnsembleJackson Duprey, Michael Rodriguez* and Dakota Wells *Selected
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OFA Student Athletes Shine Across Section X Championships and Cheer Competitions
Student athletes from Ogdensburg Free Academy delivered standout performances this past weekend, earning sectional honors, championship qualifications and top finishes in cheerleading competitions. Varsity and Modified Cheerleading Cheer teams capped off a successful weekend of competition. On Saturday, Feb. 7, varsity cheerleading competed at Colonie High School, earning first place in Class C and finishing
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Ogdensburg City School District Announces Kindergarten Screening Dates
The Ogdensburg City School District will hold kindergarten screenings this spring for children who will be eligible to enter kindergarten for the 2026–27 school year. Children who will be 5 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2026, must be screened prior to entering kindergarten. Screenings will take place at John F. Kennedy Elementary School
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Lillian Mills Completes All Fifth-Grade Math Units on Khan Academy
Madill Elementary School congratulates fifth-grader Lillian Mills for mastering all fifth-grade math units and skills on Khan Academy. Lillian is already beginning sixth-grade topics.
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OFA Students Earn Honors at Model UN Conference
Ogdensburg Free Academy students from the Model United Nations Club and Latin American Studies class earned multiple awards Wednesday, Feb. 4, during the annual Model UN conference hosted by Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District. District students received recognition in every committee at the conference. Jordyn Dobbs was awarded Outstanding Delegate for her representation of China. Jamie
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Blue Devils close regular season strong in indoor track; modified wrestlers post wins at Massena
The Ogdensburg Blue Devils turned in strong performances across two winter sports, with the indoor track and field teams placing fourth on both the girls and boys sides at their final regular season meet on Jan. 30 and the modified wrestling team earning multiple podium finishes at the Massena Modified Wrestling Tournament on Jan. 31.
Recent Headlines
- Ogdensburg City School District Opens 2026-27 Universal Pre-Kindergarten Applications
- Elementary Reconfiguration Plan Presented at Feb. 9 Board of Education Meeting
- Elementary Reorganization Community Forum Summary
- OFA Senior Receives Inaugural Miss Spirit Award
- 24 Ogdensburg Students Perform at All-County Festival B
