The Yellowjackets are BACK! 🐝
From the first bus rides of the morning to the smiles, hugs, new classrooms and familiar faces waiting inside, September 8 marked the beginning of another exciting year across Oneonta City Schools.
We loved capturing some of the moments that made the first day so special! 🐝📚
📲 Read the full story and see more from our first day by clicking here!
🐝 And then there was ONE!
For the past nine days, we’ve counted down together. We’ve talked about belonging, finding your place, trying something new and all of the possibilities waiting in the year ahead. Now, there’s nothing left to count.
Tomorrow morning, students across our district will walk through our doors and officially begin the 2026–2027 school year.
To our Yellowjackets starting something brand new, returning to familiar halls or beginning one of those milestone years you’ll always remember, we hope you’re ready for a great one. We certainly are. 💙💛
That’s a wrap on our countdown. We’ll see you tomorrow, Yellowjackets! 🐝
For the past nine days, we’ve counted down together. We’ve talked about belonging, finding your place, trying something new and all of the possibilities waiting in the year ahead. Now, there’s nothing left to count.
Tomorrow morning, students across our district will walk through our doors and officially begin the 2026–2027 school year.
To our Yellowjackets starting something brand new, returning to familiar halls or beginning one of those milestone years you’ll always remember, we hope you’re ready for a great one. We certainly are. 💙💛
That’s a wrap on our countdown. We’ll see you tomorrow, Yellowjackets! 🐝
We’re officially down to TWO, Yellowjackets! 🐝
For weeks, we’ve been counting the days, getting our buildings ready and looking ahead to the start of another year together. Now, September 8 is almost here, and we can practically feel that first day excitement!
Soon, buses will be rolling, doors will be opening and familiar faces will be making their way through our schools once again. Whether this is your very first first day with OCSD or you’ve done this a few times before, we’re so excited to welcome you.
Enjoy your Sunday and the Labor Day holiday tomorrow, Yellowjackets. Tuesday morning, it’s go time! 🐝
For weeks, we’ve been counting the days, getting our buildings ready and looking ahead to the start of another year together. Now, September 8 is almost here, and we can practically feel that first day excitement!
Soon, buses will be rolling, doors will be opening and familiar faces will be making their way through our schools once again. Whether this is your very first first day with OCSD or you’ve done this a few times before, we’re so excited to welcome you.
Enjoy your Sunday and the Labor Day holiday tomorrow, Yellowjackets. Tuesday morning, it’s go time! 🐝
Just 3️⃣ days to go, Yellowjackets! 🐝
A new school year is a little bit like an adventure. You may know where you’re starting, but you never quite know where the year will take you.
Maybe you’ll meet a new best friend. Find a subject you can’t stop talking about. Take on something that once felt impossible. Make a memory you’ll still be laughing about years from now. Or discover something about yourself you never knew before.
That’s the exciting part. There’s a whole year of possibilities waiting for you.
Pack the backpack, sharpen the pencils and get ready, Yellowjackets. Your next step starts here. 💙💛
GO ‘JACKETS! 🐝
A new school year is a little bit like an adventure. You may know where you’re starting, but you never quite know where the year will take you.
Maybe you’ll meet a new best friend. Find a subject you can’t stop talking about. Take on something that once felt impossible. Make a memory you’ll still be laughing about years from now. Or discover something about yourself you never knew before.
That’s the exciting part. There’s a whole year of possibilities waiting for you.
Pack the backpack, sharpen the pencils and get ready, Yellowjackets. Your next step starts here. 💙💛
GO ‘JACKETS! 🐝
4️⃣ days until the spotlight is yours! ✨
There’s more than one way to be a Yellowjacket.
For some students, it’s stepping onto a stage or taking the field. For others, it’s making music, creating art, joining a club, finding a favorite subject or discovering an interest they never expected.
That’s part of what a new school year is all about. Exploring what excites you, finding the people who share it and discovering where you shine.
Whether you already know what you love or you’re still figuring it out, there are opportunities waiting for you at OCSD.
Four more days. Your next opportunity might be closer than you think. 🐝
There’s more than one way to be a Yellowjacket.
For some students, it’s stepping onto a stage or taking the field. For others, it’s making music, creating art, joining a club, finding a favorite subject or discovering an interest they never expected.
That’s part of what a new school year is all about. Exploring what excites you, finding the people who share it and discovering where you shine.
Whether you already know what you love or you’re still figuring it out, there are opportunities waiting for you at OCSD.
Four more days. Your next opportunity might be closer than you think. 🐝
5️⃣ days until your next chapter begins! 📚
Every student who walks through our doors brings something uniquely their own. A new idea. A different perspective. A talent waiting to be discovered. An energy that changes the room.
Whether you’re starting your very first year with us or getting ready for your final year as a Yellowjacket, you have an important place in our schools and in our community.
Yesterday, we reminded our students that you belong here. Today, we want you to know something just as important:
You matter here. 💙💛
Our schools are better because of the students who fill them, and in just 5 days, we get to have you with us again.
GO ‘JACKETS! 🐝
6️⃣ days to go, Yellowjackets! 🐝
There is something special about being a Yellowjacket. From a student walking through our doors for the very first time to a senior preparing for one final year, every student has a place here.
Across our schools, our students may be different ages, have different interests and follow different paths, but they are all part of something bigger. They are part of one district, one community and one Yellowjacket team.
In six days, our halls will be filled again with the students who bring our schools to life.
You are a Yellowjacket. You belong here. 💙💛
🐝 Our Yellowjacket team has returned! 🐝
Today, teachers and staff from across the Oneonta City School District came together for our first Superintendent’s Conference Day and the official start of the 2026–2027 school year.
From being welcomed by our Link Crew students cheering everyone in this morning to sharing in OCSD traditions, finding inspiration for the year ahead and welcoming the newest members of our Yellowjacket team, it was a great way to begin the year together.
We’re excited for all that the 2026–2027 school year will bring. And now, there’s just one thing missing… our students!
7️⃣ days until we welcome our Yellowjackets back! 💙💛
🚌 8 DAYS UNTIL THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL! 🚌
As we continue our Back to School Countdown, today’s stop is all about transportation!
OCSD families who use district transportation are encouraged to download the My Ride K-12 app before the first day of school. The app makes it easy to view your student’s bus route, stop and estimated arrival time, and receive important transportation notifications right from your phone.
Already have the app? Take a few minutes to make sure your student is added, check their route and turn on notifications so you’re ready for September 8!
📱 Need help getting started? Visit the Transportation page on the OCSD website for app instructions, transportation information and additional resources.
We’re on the road to a great school year, Yellowjackets!🐝
As we continue our Back to School Countdown, today’s stop is all about transportation!
OCSD families who use district transportation are encouraged to download the My Ride K-12 app before the first day of school. The app makes it easy to view your student’s bus route, stop and estimated arrival time, and receive important transportation notifications right from your phone.
Already have the app? Take a few minutes to make sure your student is added, check their route and turn on notifications so you’re ready for September 8!
📱 Need help getting started? Visit the Transportation page on the OCSD website for app instructions, transportation information and additional resources.
We’re on the road to a great school year, Yellowjackets!🐝
🐝 Yellowjackets, the countdown is officially ON! 🐝
We are just 9 days away from the first day of school, and we’re getting ready to welcome our students back for another year of learning, growing, connecting and making memories across OCSD!
Over the next nine days, follow along as we count down to September 8 with important back to school reminders, helpful information and spotlights from across the district.
Teachers and staff, we’ll see you September 1. Students, your turn is coming soon!
Here’s to a great 2026–2027 school year, Yellowjackets. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
We are just 9 days away from the first day of school, and we’re getting ready to welcome our students back for another year of learning, growing, connecting and making memories across OCSD!
Over the next nine days, follow along as we count down to September 8 with important back to school reminders, helpful information and spotlights from across the district.
Teachers and staff, we’ll see you September 1. Students, your turn is coming soon!
Here’s to a great 2026–2027 school year, Yellowjackets. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
🚌 Start your next chapter with Oneonta City School District!
Join us for our Touch the Bus Hiring Event on August 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 108 Silas Lane in Oneonta. Stop by, explore a school bus and learn more about becoming part of our Yellowjacket transportation team!
Rain date: August 19
Join us for our Touch the Bus Hiring Event on August 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 108 Silas Lane in Oneonta. Stop by, explore a school bus and learn more about becoming part of our Yellowjacket transportation team!
Rain date: August 19
The greatest impact often begins with a single opportunity. ✨
If you're looking for a career where your knowledge, compassion, and dedication can make a lasting difference, consider joining the Oneonta City School District. We are seeking talented professionals who are committed to helping every student succeed.
🐝 Learn more and apply today: oneontacsd.org/careers
As another incredible school year comes to a close, Superintendent Thomas Brindley shares a special message of gratitude with our Yellowjacket families.
Thank you for your continued partnership, encouragement, and support throughout the 2025–2026 school year. We wish all of our students, families, faculty, and staff a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall! 💙💛
GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
Thank you for your continued partnership, encouragement, and support throughout the 2025–2026 school year. We wish all of our students, families, faculty, and staff a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall! 💙💛
GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
🎓 Join us tomorrow as we celebrate the Oneonta High School Class of 2026!
Family, friends, alumni, and community members who are unable to attend in person are invited to watch the commencement ceremony live on our YouTube channel. The livestream link is provided below.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We look forward to celebrating this memorable day together. GO' JACKETS! 🐝
🎥 Watch live here: https://shorturl.at/Rh0an
📢 OCSD Facility Use Requests Are Now Online! 📢
The Oneonta City School District is excited to announce the launch of our new online Facility Use Request System!
Beginning today, all requests for the use of District facilities must be submitted through the online platform. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to improve and modernize the facility reservation process for our community.
To learn more, review facility use information, and access the new system, please visit:
🔗 www.oneontacsd.org/page/facilities
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to continuing to serve our community through the use of OCSD facilities.
GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
The Oneonta City School District is excited to announce the launch of our new online Facility Use Request System!
Beginning today, all requests for the use of District facilities must be submitted through the online platform. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to improve and modernize the facility reservation process for our community.
To learn more, review facility use information, and access the new system, please visit:
🔗 www.oneontacsd.org/page/facilities
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to continuing to serve our community through the use of OCSD facilities.
GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
🚌 Touch the Bus is TODAY! 🚌
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive a school bus? Stop by the Home Depot today from 10 AM to 2 PM for our OCSD Touch the Bus Hiring Event!
Meet our Transportation team, explore one of our school buses up close, ask questions, and learn how you can become part of the Yellowjacket family. Whether you’re looking for a rewarding career change, a flexible schedule, or a way to make a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to meet you!
🚍 Competitive pay
🎓 Paid CDL training
💛 School year schedule
🩺 Health, dental, and vision benefits
🏖 Paid time off
📈 NYS Retirement System
Begin your journey as a Yellowjacket today!
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive a school bus? Stop by the Home Depot today from 10 AM to 2 PM for our OCSD Touch the Bus Hiring Event!
Meet our Transportation team, explore one of our school buses up close, ask questions, and learn how you can become part of the Yellowjacket family. Whether you’re looking for a rewarding career change, a flexible schedule, or a way to make a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to meet you!
🚍 Competitive pay
🎓 Paid CDL training
💛 School year schedule
🩺 Health, dental, and vision benefits
🏖 Paid time off
📈 NYS Retirement System
Begin your journey as a Yellowjacket today!
Tonight marks the beginning of our 2026 OCSD Spring Concert season! 🎶💛
We are excited to kick off several weeks of performances celebrating the incredible talent, dedication, and hard work of our student musicians across the district. We hope you will join us throughout concert season as our Yellowjackets take the stage! GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
We are excited to kick off several weeks of performances celebrating the incredible talent, dedication, and hard work of our student musicians across the district. We hope you will join us throughout concert season as our Yellowjackets take the stage! GO 'JACKETS! 🐝
🎨 Great art deserves a great audience! Tonight, we invite our community to come see the world through the eyes of our incredibly talented K–12 artists at the Opening Reception of the OCSD Student Art Show — May 5th from 5:30–7:00 PM at Southside Mall Oneonta. Come celebrate the incredible creativity and heart that our students have poured into every piece. 🐝✨
Can't make it tonight? No worries — the artwork will remain on display at Southside Mall Oneonta through May 28th, so there's plenty of time to stop by and be amazed by our talented young artists. This is one gallery you won't want to miss! 🖌️
Can't make it tonight? No worries — the artwork will remain on display at Southside Mall Oneonta through May 28th, so there's plenty of time to stop by and be amazed by our talented young artists. This is one gallery you won't want to miss! 🖌️
🐝 History came alive at Greater Plains Elementary this week… and for a moment, it felt like the most famous people in the world had all gathered in one place!
On April 27 and 28, our 2nd graders transformed into presidents, pioneers, royalty, Hall of Fame athletes, astronauts, and even pop culture icons for their annual Wax Museum. Students spent time researching their figure, learning who they are and the impact they have had on the world, and then bringing those stories to life.
Families, friends, and classmates had the chance to “meet” each figure, hear their story, and experience history in a whole new way.
From start to finish, the room was filled with curiosity, excitement, and incredible attention to detail. Thank you to everyone who came out to experience it! 🐝 GO 'JACKETS!
We're Hiring! 🐝
The Oneonta City School District is seeking an Instructional Technology Coordinator to support teaching and learning across the district. This role works closely with staff to integrate technology into the classroom, provide coaching and professional development, and help create engaging, meaningful learning experiences for our students.
If you’re passionate about education, collaboration, and using technology to enhance instruction, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 View details and apply here: https://olasjobs.org/job-details/ONEN0374521-0000
