Mission accomplished! The annual ODY Food Drive was a success thanks to the efforts of the Learn and Serve Green Team. This student-based community service club collected nonperishable dry and canned goods, such as boxed stuffing, canned vegetables and jarred gravy, for the Van Hornesville/Jordanville Food Pantry to help support families and neighbors during the Thanksgiving season. Well done Green Team!
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The October edition of the Wildcats Update digital newsletter is now available. 🎃 Check it out here
Join Us for the PreK – 5th Grade Halloween Dance!
ODY Central School invites Pre-K through 5th-grade students to our upcoming Halloween Dance on Friday, October 23, from 5-7 p.m. in the school auditorium.
Admission is $5 per student. Dance activities will include:
Games & face painting
Costume contest
Trick-or-treating & extra spooky fun!
Students must have an adult (18+) present with them throughout the event. Get your best costumes ready and we will see you there!
We are Hiring!
The Owen D. Young CSD has an anticipated opening beginning November 1, 2026 for Secretary to the Principal/CSE & Guidance. Candidates with experience in a school office setting with knowledge of Owen D. Young’s unique community and willingness to be trained as a substitute bus driver preferred. This is an 11-month position with 20 days of work required during the summer months.
Applicants must submit a letter of interest to Mr. Brennan Fahey, superintendent. Application deadline asap.
Mark your calendars for these FFA Fall events 🍂
FFA's Fall Spirit Week kicks off Oct. 26 through Oct. 30 with fun themes like Camo Day, Twin Day and Anything but a water bottle or back pack.
Get an early taste of Thanksgiving with the FFA's November fundraiser — as they serve up a delicious Turkey Dinner with all the fixings on November 19 from 4:30-6 p.m. The meal includes turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing and corn — all for $16. Proceeds help fund FFA activities throughout the school year.
We're Hiring for a Full-Time Bus Driver
Owen D. Young Central School is seeking a dependable and qualified individual to fill a full-time bus driver position.
Position Details
Hours: 3.5 hours per day
Schedule: Morning and afternoon bus runs
Anticipated Start Date: January 4, 2027
Benefits: Eligible
Qualifications and Requirements
Must possess a CDL Class B license with a School Bus Passenger Endorsement or be willing to obtain the required credentials. Training can be provided.
Must meet all New York State Article 19-A requirements.
Fingerprinting is required.
Please submit a letter of interest to:
Mr. Brennan Fahey, Superintendent
Owen D. Young CSD
PO Box 125
Van Hornesville, NY 13475
Now Hiring Food Service Staff 🥪🥛🍎
Positions available through OHM BOCES in school kitchen at ODY. More information
If you have questions, contact Jake Perrin, OHM BOCES Food Service Director by email: jperrin@oneida-boces.org or call 315-223-6068
Owen D. Young Central School District will be conducting a drill in the morning on Friday October 2nd, 2026!
Say cheese! Picture Day is almost here
School Picture Checklist:
Outfit? ✅ Hair? ✅ Smile? ✅ Best pose? ✅
Get ready Wildcats — School Picture Day is Tuesday, Oct. 6 😁📸
Hot off the press!
The September edition of the Wildcats Update digital newsletter is now available. Check it out here
The Owen D. Young Central School will be conducting emergency drills the week of September 21st. Please contact Mr. Fahey if you have any questions or concerns.
Open House Reminder!
Families are invited to ODY’s annual K-12 Open House on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. Open House is an opportunity to meet your children’s teachers, visit their classrooms, and learn more about curriculum as we begin the new school year. Call or email Mrs. Miller in the district office for more information.
We're Hiring!
Interim K-12 Guidance Counselor
Owen D. Young Central School District (ODY) is seeking an Interim K–12 Guidance Counselor to provide counseling and guidance services to students. This position will be from September through January approximately 2–3 days per week.
Qualifications:
Appropriate New York State certification preferred
Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to support the academic, social, emotional, and career development needs of students in grades K–12
Interested applicants should apply online through OLAS and submit a letter of interest to:
Mr. Brennan Fahey, Superintendent
PO Box 125
Van Hornesville, NY 13475
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PUBLIC NOTICE - SPECIAL MEETING
The Owen D. Young Central School District Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, August 24 at 6 p.m.
The meeting will be in the Founders Study at the Owen D. Young School.
HELP WANTED: CROSS COUNTRY TRACK COACH 🏃♂️
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Cross Country Track Coach to join our team and help student-athletes reach their full potential. Apply today! Contact: Mark Dunn, Athletic Director mdunn@odycsd.org 📩 or call 315-858-0729.
The former school administrator has stepped out of retirement to serve as our Athletic Director this year. Mr. Dunn brings valuable experience and a familiar presence to our athletics program.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Dunn and wishing all of our student-athletes, coaches and teams a successful and exciting season! Go Wildcats! 🏆📣