Image of ODY School on new keepsake ornament
The second Van Hornesville Community Corporation keepsake ornament features our very own Owen D. Young Central School. The ornaments can be purchase for $20 cash or check made payable to the VHCC. See the flyer for more information.
ODY School history
In 1930, Owen D. Young gifted this public school to Van Hornesville, which became one of the first centralized schools in New York. It was largely built from local resources, both of men and materials. The school opened its doors and celebrated its first graduating class with Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt as graduation speaker!
ODY Pool Opens Wednesday, July 1
Regular summer hours:
Monday - Thursday 2:30 - 6 pm
Friday - Saturday 12 - 5 pm
CLOSED Sundays!
NOTE: Pool will be closed Saturday, July 4
Get Ready for Summer Fun with ODY's K–6 Summer Program!
Please call the main office @ 315-858-0729 or email dmiller@odycsd.org for more information!
View the Owen D. Young CSD 2026 Graduation Ceremony Livestream June 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/R1Fh7BvTxgE
The Mohawk Valley Center for the Arts and The Griffiss institute have the following Free STEAM Camp opportunities for this summer for grades 3-6 and 7-9 students at the Stone Mill in Little Falls, 410 Canal Place. Thanks to the generous support of M&T Bank, all camps are completely free for participating students. Space is limited, so register today using the link in the flyer.
Check out the June edition of the Herkimer BOCES newsletter for an inside look at programs that are available to ODY students.
Moving Up Day!
Please join us to celebrate our students and their achievements on Thursday, June 25 in the ODY gymnasium.
K-5 celebrations begin at 9 a.m.
Their musical talents will be missed by all at ODY, especially Ms. Pollak.
📣 Reminder for Families about K–5 Summer Camp ☀️
Give your child a fun and engaging summer filled with learning, hands-on activities and friendships. Contact the school office to register your child for ODY Summer Camp! The camp is offered to K-5 students beginning July 13. 😎🍉
SNAP can help families buy food! As a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school, ODY is sharing information about SNAP benefits, which may help eligible families stretch their food budget so that kids get the nutrition they need to learn and grow. SNAP provides monthly benefits to buy food at grocery stores and farmers markets. To see if your family is eligible, visit SNAPHelpNY.org and answer a few questions. In less than 5 minutes, you can learn if you may be eligible and how to apply for SNAP.
Don’t miss the FFA's Spring Yard SALE next Friday, June 5, from 3:30–6 p.m. Shop for produce, farm-fresh eggs, household items, treasures, and more while supporting a great cause. Every purchase helps fund FFA activities and opportunities for students. Come early for the best selection and bring your friends and family!
Memorial Day remembrance ceremony set for Thursday
This Thursday, May 21 — students, staff and members of the ODY community will participate in a longstanding tradition to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The Memorial Day ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. at the Van Hornesville Village Park. ❤️🤍💙
A reminder that ODY is closed Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25. Be safe and enjoy the extended Memorial Day weekend!
Support Our American Red Cross Blood Drive and Help Save Lives!
Our school is proud to partner with the American Red Cross for our Spring Blood Drive.
📅 Date: Friday, May 15
⏰ Time: 1–5 p.m.
📍 Location: School Auditorium
Eligible students, staff, families and community members are invited to roll up your sleeves and make a difference. Just one donation can help save up to three lives — a simple yet powerful way to show your support for others.
✅ Who can donate?
Most healthy individuals age 17+ (16 with parental consent)
Must meet basic height, weight, and health requirements (find out if you are eligible)
👉 Sign up today at RedCrossBlood.org or see a Student Council member for more information.
Together, we can make this blood drive a success. Donate and/or help spread the word!
Calendar Changes! 📆📝
Please note the following two changes to the current school year calendar:
The half (1/2) day originally scheduled for May 15 has been switched to May 13; and
ODY will be closed on Friday, May 22, which will be a giveback for unused emergency/snow days, and allow for a four day Memorial Day weekend.
