O'Neill High School

WINTER SPORTS NOTICE:

If your child is interested in participating in a winter sport, please make sure all required forms are completed on Final Forms. You can access the forms at: https://waltoncentral-ny.finalforms.com/.

Additionally, your child must have an up-to-date physical on file in the nurse’s office in order to participate.

Important dates:
• Monday, October 27: Modified winter season No. 1 starts (girls and boys basketball)
• Monday, November 17: JV/varsity winter season practices begin

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Congratulations to Darrin Walley who, on Friday, became the all-time leading rusher in Walton CSD history!

On his third carry Friday night against Deposit/Hancock, he broke the all-time record of 2,728 yards, which was set by Jim O’Donnell from 1981-1983.

Walley, who finished the game with 90 yards, has 1,036 yards this season, and now has 2,809 yards over four varsity seasons. Walton has three games remaining this year.

Way to go, Darrin!

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REMINDER! Photo retake day for the middle and high schools is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22!

Townsend Elementary retake day is scheduled for November 6.

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Good luck to the Walton/Downsville boys soccer team! at 1 p.m. Saturday, the W/D team will face Delaware Academy in the Midstate Athletic Championship at the Wright Soccer Campus in Oneonta!

Bring home the championship!

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NOTICE: The Guthrie dental van is scheduled to visit Townsend Elementary later this month, with dates at the MS/HS still being discussed.

Townsend Elementary, which will host the van from October 27-30, has sent packets home with students. If parents/guardians are interested in utilizing the dental van, please fill out the paperwork and send it back to the school.

For the middle and high schools, if you would like your child to be seen, packets can be picked up at the health office. Please contact the office if you need more information.

Homecoming weekend!

Thursday tipped off Homecoming Weekend as the annual pep rally took place at the end of the school day. Athletic teams were introduced, followed by the introduction of the Homecoming Court, and finally the senior game of musical chairs!

We're looking forward to a great weekend! See more photos on our Facebook page!

The schedule for the weekend:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10
4:30 p.m.: Boys soccer vs UV/GMU

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11
8:30 a.m.: Homecoming parade (starts at bus garage and then heads to high school; lineup is at 7:30 a.m.)
10 a.m.: Field hockey vs. Windsor
11 a.m.: Girls soccer vs. South Kortright
12 p.m.: JV field hockey vs. Windsor
1:30 p.m.: Football vs. Sidney
6:30 p.m.: Homecoming dance

Have a wonderful weekend! We look forward to seeing many people throughout! Go Warriors!

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REMINDERS!

- No school on Friday, October 10 and Monday, October 13!

- The middle and high school open house is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15!

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One of this week's Spirit Week days in the high school was a Pink Out! The students delivered!

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The summer Crush Connects group recently had the chance to re-connect at the Uplands Center. The group spent the afternoon revisiting the theme of authenticity, spent time in the garden making scarecrows, going on a nature walk, and then creating fall pieces of art.

For many more photos, please visit our Facebook page.

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So much going on for Homecoming Week! Here's the schedule for the remainder of the week with spirit week, games, and other activities!

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Congratulations to our September Students of the Month for the high school!

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Students in Mrs. Rosa’s Anatomy and Physiology class met the cellular organelles through a round of Cell Harmony. Each student was tasked with creating a biological profile of one cell organelle and then were invited to a speed dating event in which they took on the persona of that organelle.

The students had a great time meeting the organelles and finding a cellular match.

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DCMO BOCES recently joined other BOCES from around the state to host a “Welcome to Student School Board Members” event, in conjunction with the New York State Education Department.

Twelve students from DCMO component schools in Norwich for the event. Those presenting virtually included: Robert Schneider (NYSSBA Executive Director), New York State Senator Shelley Mayer, NYS Assembly member Carrie Woerner, Board of Regents Chancellor Lester Young, NYSSBA President Sandra Ruffo, NYSSBA Deputy Director and General Counsel Jay Worona, and NYS Education Commissioner Betty Rosa.

Walton’s Ex-Officio Student Board Member Kai Storrer was one of the students who participated.

Following the presentations, the students participated in a community building circle, which is a communications/engagement strategy promoting the elevating of voices and belonging for adults and students.

The ultimate goal of the gathering provided student board members with an understanding of their roles and responsibilities, connect them with state and local education leaders, and celebrate their sense of community service and leadership.

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In Small Animal Care class, students recently engaged in a project focused on pet responsibility, which allowed each student to take home a “pet.”

This experience simulated the daily demands of pet ownership, requiring students to meet the needs of their pet, and documenting their care, challenges, and insights in a daily log.

Through this hands0on approach, students discovered the importance of consistency, patience, and adaptability to gain a deeper appreciation for the commitment and effort involved in keeping a living creature happy and healthy.

Ultimately, the project instilled empathy and highlighted that pet ownership is a privilege demanding careful consideration and a genuine dedication to providing optimal care.

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REMINDER! Picture days for the middle and high schools start tomorrow!

Schedule:
September 18: High School
September 19: Middle School
October 1: Townsend Elementary (upk-2)
October 2: Townsend Elementary (3-5)

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Before Saturday’s home opener, the Walton CSD football team celebrated coaches Jim Hoover and Gary Backus for being part of the program for 50 years. The duo has been part of the program since 1976.

Hoover, who is Section Four’s all-time winningest football coach with 318 victories, has served as an assistant to son Adam Hoover since he retired as the head coach following the 2016 season.On Saturday, Hoover and Backus were surrounded by families, including their children, grandchildren and many former players, fellow coaches, and fans.

During the celebration, they had an “Orange Crush” toast as well as a meet-and-greet event following the game. At that reception, many photos and other items were on display. They also received a plaque, and a custom helmet, which will be on display at the school, and there were commemorative t-shirts handed out. Prior to the game, the national anthem was performed by their granddaughters.

Congratulations to both for this amazing milestone!

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Earlier this week, students in Mrs. Rosa’s AP Biology class were asked to determine if the presence of a gall affected the growth of goldenrod. After examining the plants, each group formulated an experimental question, made their hypothesis, and then collected data in order to answer their question.

Students continued their study by performing statistical tests and presenting their findings to their classmates. They also opened the galls to find a variety of insect larvae living inside.

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Picture days start next week!

Schedule:
September 18: High School
September 19: Middle School
October 1: Townsend Elementary (upk-2)
October 2: Townsend Elementary (3-5)

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