Recognizing Honor Roll Students:
Congratulations Onondaga Honor Roll Students for 2025-2026 Marking Period 4:
*Indicates High Honor Roll
12th Grade Honor Roll:
Andino, Carolyn*
Baldwin, William*
Brasket, Avery*
Brown, Maxwell*
Carter, Amillia
Cox, MacKenna*
Cox, Sydney*
Crews, Alex*
Doner, Nathan*
Fordyce, Kaleigha*
Halsey, Lyana*
Hill, Tessa*
Mahoney, Grace*
Mckee, Tucker*
Miller, Madilynn*
Montulli, Antonio
Morris, Nolan*
Moses, Justin*
Mulligan, Riley*
Nett, Benjamin*
Pierce Jr., David
Prokopchuk, Vasyl*
Urbas, Joshua*
Wilhelm, Zachary*
Wright IV, Howard*
Young, Christopher*
11th Grade Honor Roll:
Abbott, Payton*
Adams, Nih'Jawn
Donze, Amani*
Doshna, Olivia
Fiaschetti, Sydney*
Fikes, William*
Fox, Olivia* ...
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OCS Music Educator Elected to OCMEA Board of Directors:
Onondaga Central Schools is pleased to share that music educator Hal Meyer has been elected to the board of directors for the Onondaga County Music Educators Association (OCMEA).
OCMEA advocates for quality music education, supports educators, and expands opportunities for students through collaboration and community engagement. Meyer’s selection highlights his dedication to music education and his impact on students both at OCS and beyond.
Congratulations to Hal on this well-deserved recognition!
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OCS Students Featured in Regional Art Exhibit:
Six Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School students have been selected to showcase their artwork in Student Art – Naturally , a regional exhibit celebrating student artists in grades 6–12.
The exhibit will be on display at Beaver Lake Nature Center from March 27 through April 26 and features nature-inspired artwork, including paintings, drawings, prints, and collage.
Students selected to participate include:
Carolyn Andino (Grade 12), Lyana Halsey (Grade 12), Olivia Fox (Grade 11), Mariana Frazier (Grade 11), Saja Almaliki (Grade 9), and Ezoza Abdurakhmanova (Grade 9).
The ...
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Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School Named to 2024-25 College Board AP School Honor Roll:
Onondaga Central Schools is proud to announce that Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School has been named to the 2024-25 AP School Honor Roll by the College Board, earning Bronze recognition for its commitment to expanding access to Advanced Placement (AP) courses and supporting student success.
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have demonstrated outstanding efforts to welcome more students into AP programs and prepare them for college success. In addition, Onondaga earned the AP Access Award, which honors schools that encourage participation among low-income and underrepresented minority students.
Onondaga’s recognition is based on three key metrics reflecting college readiness:
College Culture: 57% of students in the Class of 2025 took at ...
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Onondaga Central Schools Celebrates Night of the Arts:
Onondaga Central Schools students showcased their artistic and musical talents during the district’s annual Night of the Arts on March 19.
The event, established in 2014 by OCS art teacher Jackie Passetti, began with a display of student artwork created throughout the year. Wheeler Elementary sixth-grade students were also featured, with projects spanning a variety of mediums, including pottery, painting and drawing.
The evening concluded with a performance by the Jr./Sr. High School bands and chorus, featuring a collection of Disney-themed songs in celebration of their upcoming trip to Disney World in 2027.
“Our staff and community are always very impressed by all of the creativity on display,” Passetti said. “The community turnout ...
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Recognizing Honor Roll Students:
Recognizing Honor Roll Students
Congratulations Onondaga Honor Roll Students for 2025-2026 Marking Period 3:
*Indicates High Honor Roll
12th Grade Honor Roll:
Andino, Carolyn*
Boyer, Sydney*
Brasket, Avery
Brown, Maxwell*
Carter, Amillia
Cox, MacKenna*
Cox, Sydney*
Crews, Alex*
Doner, Nathan*
Fordyce, Kaleigha*
Halsey, Lyana*
Hill, Tessa*
Mahoney, Grace*
Miller, Madilynn*
Montulli, Antonio*
Morris, Nolan*
Moses, Justin
Mulligan, Riley*
Nett, Benjamin*
Pierce Jr., David
Prokopchuk, Vasyl*
Urbas, Joshua
Victoriano, Ryan*
Wilhelm, Zachary
Wright IV, Howard*
Young, Christopher
11th Grade Honor Roll:
Abbott, Payton*
Buchanan, Jadon
Burton, Jacob*
Donze, Amani*
Doshna, Olivia*
Fiaschetti, ...
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Wheeler and Rockwell Students Display Artwork at Beaver Lake Nature Center:
Five OCS students have art on display at Beaver Lake Nature Center as part of the Central Region of New York State Art Teachers Association’s annual “Student Art - Naturally” exhibit. The students will receive a ribbon, certificate, and recognition during a reception on March 22. The featured OCS artists are:
Ruby McCoy (Kindergarten)
Maddison Briggs (2nd Grade)
Esther Tarchenko (3rd Grade)
Nicholas Langdon (4th Grade)
Ani Foster Thomas (5th Grade)
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OCS Girls Basketball Players Earn All-League Honors:
Three Onondaga Central School student-athletes were recognized with All-League Honors for their performance during the girls varsity basketball season.
Senior Sydney Cox earned First Team All-League honors, while Lilly Pulver was named to the Second Team All-League . Kendal Marsh also received recognition with an Honorable Mention selection.
These honors recognize outstanding performance, leadership, ...
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Mrs. Featherstone’s Class Celebrates Reading Challenge Success:
Mrs. Featherstone’s second grade class recently celebrated their participation in the Syracuse Crunch “A Book Reading Challenge.” Since December, 17 students in the class read an impressive 586 books. Along the way, 16 students also learned to tie their shoes, and the class wrote their first research paper about hockey.
To celebrate their achievements, students enjoyed a visit from Syracuse Crunch representatives and Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School senior and hockey player David Pierce Jr. The celebration concluded with a well-earned ice cream party for the class.
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OCS Athletes and Coach Named to 2025-2026 All-Star Team:
Onondaga Central Schools is proud to announce that three players and a coach were recognized as part of the 2025–2026 Onondaga High School League Boys Basketball All-Star Team . Head Coach Jesse Behm received top honors as the American Conference Coach of the Year , while senior Howard Wright was named American Conference Player of the Year and earned First Team All-Star recognition.
Sophomore Jakari Hill was named to the
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HISTORIC WIN: Marcellus-Onondaga Captures First-Ever Section 3 Division 2 Wrestling Championship:
In a display of grit and collective will, the Marcellus-Onondaga wrestling program etched its name into the history books this weekend, again capturing its second sectional title; the first was the Section 3 Division 2 Wrestling Dual Meet Title. For the first time in program history, the Mustangs-Tigers are the Section 3 Division 2 Team Champions, ascending to the top of one of the most competitive wrestling landscapes in the greater CNY area. These championships combine the strengths of individual wrestlers and whole-team match-ups.
The victory, secured at the Section 3 Championships, marks the culmination of a multi-year rise for the Mustangs-Tigers. Entering the tournament as a team to watch, Marcellus-Onondaga didn’t just compete; they raced up points using a blend ...
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OCS Art Students Build Global Connections Through The Memory Project:
In the fall, art students at Onondaga Central Schools created 14 portraits of Armenian children as part of The Memory Project. In January, they experienced firsthand the joy as the Armenian students received their gifts.
Now in their 14th year of participation, Mrs. Passetti’s Painting & Drawing I and Painting & Drawing II art students draw faces from a different part of the world, creating something meaningful and memorable for others. The portraits are sent off to the partner country (this year, Armenia). OCS has previously created portraits for children in Sierra Leone, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Ethiopia, Bolivia, Syrian refugee camps, the Philippines, Nigeria, and India.
“My students always learn a lot artistically when they are working on ...
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Onondaga Senior Carolyn Andino Awarded 2025-2026 OCMEA Music Scholarship:
Onondaga Central Schools is pleased to announce that Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School senior Carolyn Andino was awarded the 2025-2026 Onondaga County Music Educators Association (OCMEA) Music Scholarship.
Andino was one of two vocalists selected, and five total scholarships were awarded to Onondaga County student musicians. Andino is an active member in the OCS community, most recently participating in the NYSSMA All-State Treble Chorus this December.
Congratulations, Carolyn, on this amazing achievement!
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OCS Alumnae and siblings organize community day at OCC:
Students from Onondaga Central Schools visited Onondaga Community College for its first-ever Education Day, organized in part by sisters and OCC alumnae Katelyn Pulver and Jessica Matzke.
Pulver, a 2014 Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School graduate, works in OCC’s Financial Aid Center, and Matzke (2009 graduate) is a third-grade teacher at Wheeler Elementary. Pulver connected OCS with Women’s Basketball coach Kelly Seibt, who was looking for a school where her players could volunteer. It began with appearances at Wheeler’s Fist Bump Friday, where the athletes greeted Wheeler students as they entered school.
“It was just third grade that they worked really closely with, reading, sitting in on math class, doing fun obstacle courses in PE with them, and even a big fitness ...
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Winter Sports Senior Nights Schedule:
Join us in celebrating our winter sports senior athletes at their upcoming games!
Indoor Track - celebrated 1/24
Girls Basketball
Tuesday, 1/27 at 5pm
v. Lafayette | Onondaga High School Gym
Wrestling
Wednesday, 1/28 at 6pm
v. Chittenango | Marcellus DMS New Gym
Hockey
Thursday, 1/29 at 7pm
Meachem Ice Rink
Boys Basketball
Wednesday, 2/4 at 7pm
v. Hannibal | Onondaga High School Gym
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Wheeler Fifth Grader Named WonderKid in “Future Scientist” Category:
Fifth grader Corey Pickering has been nominated and selected as a WonderKid in the “Future Scientist” category through a contest sponsored by WonderWorks at Destiny USA.
This special recognition is awarded to students who “exhibit a passion for the sciences and live each day as innovators and discoverers, hoping to change the world through their love of science.” Those words perfectly describe Corey’s curiosity, enthusiasm, and dedication to learning.
As part of this honor, Corey earned the opportunity to participate in an exclusive webinar with Military Aviation Veteran Brian Moles, giving him a unique chance to learn from a professional in the field and explore real-world applications of science.
Congratulations, Corey! Your Room 160 family and ...
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Marcellus/Onondaga Wrestling Captures First-Ever Section 3 Division 2 Dual Meet Championship:
Marcellus/Onondaga Wrestling made program history on Saturday at Indian River High School, capturing the 2026 Section 3 Division 2 Dual Meet Championship — the first sectional title of its kind for the program.
MOW opened the day in dominant fashion with a 71–6 victory over Adirondack in the quarterfinals, followed by a 56–17 win over South Jefferson in the semifinals, and ultimately dethroning Sherburne-Earlville with a 55–24 victory in the championship match.
In total, 17 wrestlers across 14 weight classes contributed to the championship effort, showcasing the depth, talent, and teamwork that defined the team’s title run. The victory marks a major milestone for the program and a memorable achievement for the student-athletes and coaches alike.
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Celebrating OCS Alum Kaitlyn Guptill ('11):
Onondaga Central Schools proudly celebrates alumna Kaitlyn Guptill (Class of 2011) for being honored by the New York State Bar Association as part of a distinguished group of local women recognized for outstanding contributions to the legal profession.
Kaitlyn has built an impressive career in law, serving in roles that include litigation and community leadership. She has also held leadership positions with the Central New York Women’s Bar Association and earned accolades such as the 2024 Beacon Award for her contributions to the legal community and mentorship of new attorneys.
Her achievements reflect the values of excellence, service, and leadership that OCS instills in its students. We congratulate Kaitlyn on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to her continued ...
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OCS Musicians Shine at OCMEA Senior High All-County Festival:
Several Onondaga Central School District students were selected to perform in the OCMEA Senior High All-County Festival last weekend, an honor that requires a successful audition and recognizes outstanding musical achievement.
Representing OCS were Ian Powell (Flute), Francesca Lasinski (Alto), and Carolyn Andino (Soprano). Andino also received special recognition as she was featured as part of a group of soloists during the festival.
We are proud of our students for their hard work, dedication, and for representing OCS so well on the All-County stage.
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Carolyn Andino Represents Onondaga at NYSSMA All-State Treble Chorus:
Onondaga Jr./Sr. High School is proud to recognize student Carolyn Andino for her outstanding achievement in being selected to participate in the NYSSMA All-State Treble Chorus , held December 4–7.
The All-State ensembles bring together some of the most talented student musicians from across New York State, selected through a highly competitive audition process. During the multi-day event, students rehearse with renowned conductors and perform in a culminating concert alongside peers from across the state.
Carolyn’s selection is a testament to her dedication, talent, and hard work, as ...
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