Category: District
-
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.
-
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
-
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
-
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.
-
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,
-
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
-
‘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
-
Voters Approve Ogdensburg City School District 2025-2026 Budget
The proposed 2025-26 Ogdensburg City School District budget was passed with 279 votes to 175 on Tuesday, May 20. The approved $56,092,979 budget represents a $831,774, or 1.51% increase over the current budget and a 2.49% increase in the tax levy, which is the equivalent of the district’s tax rate 20 years ago in the
-
OFA Living Environment students shine at Clarkson University events
Ms. Lisa Beldock’s Living Environment students have had an eventful winter and spring, actively participating in various events at Clarkson University. They discovered the exciting world of robotics technology at the “Power of Robotics” event, organized by the New York Power Authority. On Wednesday, April 2, Lily Starts and Bryan Lust achieved third place in
-
OFA Key Club Wins 10 Awards At NY Leadership Conference
The Ogdensburg Free Academy Key Club won 10 awards, including six first place awards, and tied for top honors for having one of the best school and community service programs in the nation at the New York State Leadership Training Conference over the weekend in Albany. The 10 awards included: Other Key Club officers for
Recent Headlines
- Welcome to the new Ogdensburg CSD website!
- New Year, New Connections with Little Devils Meet Big Devils
- Varsity Bowling Returns to OFA for the 2025-26 School Year
- Summer construction progress paves way for students to thrive, ground broken on new transportation facility
- OFA Girls Varsity Soccer Wins Tournament Title in Coach Lemke’s Debut