Category: Archive
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OCSD Welcomes Melissa Fennessy as New JFK Elementary UPK-2 Principal
The Ogdensburg City School District is proud to announce the appointment of Melissa Fennessy as the new UPK–2 Principal of John F. Kennedy Elementary School, effective August 1, 2025. A proud graduate of Ogdensburg Free Academy’s Class of 1999, Mrs. Fennessy brings a deep commitment to student-centered leadership and a strong background in elementary education
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OFA Marching Blue Devils Dazzle at Saratoga Race Course
On Thursday, July 3, the Ogdensburg Free Academy Marching Blue Devils performed at Saratoga Race Course as part of the Fourth of July Festival. With Belmont Park undergoing renovations, Saratoga Race Course is hosting summer racing events this season. The OFA band performed on the paddock following Race 2 and trackside after Race 4. An
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Several OFA Graduates to Continue Athletic Careers in College
Out of a graduating class of 111 students, 13 Ogdensburg Free Academy graduates will continue their athletic careers at the colleges and universities they will attend this fall. Below is a list of student-athletes, along with the schools they will attend and the sports they will participate in.
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Ogdensburg City School District Board of Education Selects Christina Frank as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
The Ogdensburg City School District Board of Education is pleased to announce the selection of Christina Frank as the district’s next Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. The official appointment will take place at the Board’s organizational meeting on July 1, 2025. Mrs. Frank brings over two decades of experience in education, leadership, and
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Historic Season for OFA Boys Varsity Lacrosse
The Ogdensburg Free Academy boys varsity lacrosse team made history in 2025, completing a perfect 16-0 regular season, winning its first league title since the program’s inception in 2009, capturing the NYSPHSAA Class D Regional Championship, and advancing to the state semifinals. This run marks a milestone not only for OFA but also for Section
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Alexis Brown and Dakota Wells recognized with Alan Krause Citizenship Award
The Alan Krause Citizenship Award is presented annually to outstanding students from the freshman class who have demonstrated the qualities of loyalty, responsibility and respect for themselves, their school and fellow students. Congratulations to this year’s recipients: Alexis Brown and Dakota Wells! The award was presented by Mrs. Jacolyn Krause.
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OFA Track and Field Sectional Successes
Following standout performances at the Section X Outdoor Track and Field Championships, held June 4-5 at St. Lawrence University, three Blue Devils athletes—Gabe Peabody, Dakota Wells, and Chloe Harper—have qualified to compete at the New York State Outdoor Track and Field Championships. The state meet will take place June 13-14 at Middletown High School. Additionally,
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Empowering minds: Science of well-being class inspires positive thinking
Mr. Greg Hooper and Mrs. Andee West, dedicated school social workers at OFA, are the teachers behind the Science of Well-Being class. This elective empowers students to reframe their thoughts, fostering a more fulfilling and happy life not only for themselves but also for those around them. Throughout the semester, students explore six dynamic modules
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JFK Sixth Graders Attend SUNY Canton Women in Engineering Event
On Wednesday, May 14, sixth-grade students from JFK Elementary School participated in the Women in Engineering event hosted by SUNY Canton. The event introduced students to a variety of hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities, including flying drones, soldering to create holiday ornaments, learning about ethical hacking and coding, building solar-powered cars, testing
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‘Little Devils Meet Big Devils’ Event Creates Lasting Memories
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