Semi Formal!
Posted in Other on January 25th, 2012 by Mrs. Gunning – Comments Off
Color WAR
Posted in Other on January 23rd, 2012 by Mrs. Gunning – Comments OffThe clash of the classes culminated Friday afternoon with the ultimate class war. Students from each grade gathered in the gym at 6am on Friday morning to decorate their area of the bleachers in the gym. Each grade is assigned a color. Freshman were green, Sophomores were blue, Juniors were orange and the Senior class was red. Students from the classes competed against each other in games. The classes were awarded points for game placement, decoration, and spirit.
Interact Helps Food Pantry
Posted in Other on December 6th, 2011 by tdupuy – Comments OffDecember 5th Om students in Interact and Student Council go to watkins to help with the food pantry. Once a year Om students help out by setting up the food and supplies. After the students set up they go around and pack bags of food to help out the people in need so they are already to hand out when the time comes.
Basketball
Posted in Other on December 6th, 2011 by rweisser – Comments OffThe boys’ varsity basketball team won 48-41 against Newark Valley on Friday and the record improved to 1-1. Morgan Shutter led with 17 points and Matt Kautz added 11 points for the Indians, who return to action Tuesday at home against Spencer-Van Etten.
The Odessa-Montour girls varsity basketball team — led by Taylor Carey's 17 points and 12 rebounds — defeated Newark Valley 48-38 Friday night in an Interscholastic Athletic Conference game in the O-M gym. The record is like the boy’s record 1-1.
Clash of the Classes
Posted in Student Life on December 5th, 2011 by Mrs. Gunning – Comments Off
Student Council has been encouraging class spirit at OM by instituting this years Clash of the Classes. Students in each class participate in contests to earn points for their class. Homecoming floats and the Halloween Dance both counted for classes to earn points.
Just before Thanksgiving students hunted for paper turkey feathers hidden around the school for pin the tail on the Turkey. The junior class won the contest, the freshmen got 2nd and the sophomores got third. Tuesday the classes will hunt for the twelve days of Christmas ornaments to put on their classes tree. So far the Senior Class is still in the lead. Follow the contest in the showcase in the rotunda.
Sports Boosters Honor Athletes
Posted in Athletics on December 1st, 2011 by Mrs. Gunning – Comments OffThe Odessa-Montour Sports Boosters are honoring the following athletes from the fall sports season for their Sport’s Team Athlete Recognition (S.T.A.R.) awards.
Girls Soccer – Erin Terry, a senior, is the daughter of Paul and Bridgid Terry of Cayuta. Erin was a captain on the girls’ soccer team this year. She led both on and off the field, in every way. Throughout the season she helped a very young team learn to organize and compete on the field. Playing sweeper most of the year, she was a formidable obstacle to those opposing forwards who attempted to get by her. Her ability to shut down and “smother” the opponents attacking player was evident in every game.
Volleyball – Taylor Carey, a senior, is the daughter of Frank and Michelle Carey of Montour Falls. Taylor was an instrumental member of the OM varsity volleyball team this fall. She was a team captain, a supportive teammate, and an excellent player. Taylor led the team with enthusiasm and encouraging words. This was her third year at the Varsity level, and her experience and skill level helped the entire team rise to a higher level. During matches, Taylor would constantly talk to her teammates and inspire them to do their best and never give up. At practices Taylor would often serve as an example to other players on how to do a skill correctly. She also willingly assisted anyone who needed extra help. She had a terrific season and ended with impressive statistics, leading almost every category for our team. She was recognized by other coaches for her abilities and was put on the First-Team All-Stars for our division. Taylor also excels in the academic field. She earns high grades and is near the top of her class. She was a part of our scholar-athlete team. Taylor is a prime example of an exceptional student-athlete. She is admired by many for putting her best effort into all that she does.
Boys Soccer – Matt Kautz, a senior, is the son of Michael and Gail Kautz of Burdett. He is a captain on the boys’ soccer team and plays the sweeper position. Besides organizing the defense, he played an important role in being our “specialist” scoring off headers during corner kicks. Matt is both a leader on and off the field. Matt was named first team IAC all stars for the Small School South, and also was chosen to play in the IAC Senior All Star game.
Girls Swimming – Carly Lynch-Benjamin, a senior, is the daughter of David Benjamin and Laura Lynch. Carly swam the 50 and the 100 free this year, and was a great anchor on relays. She has an incredibly strong finish and the ability to consistently out-touch her competitors at the finish. She was a supporter of her teammates before and during meets, and was always looking for team bonding opportunities. Carly is a high honor student and an accomplished artist. She will be greatly missed in and out of the pool next year. 
Football – Joe Markley, a senior, is the son of Donald and Karen Gunning of Trumansburg. He shows all the qualities required for selection to this award. He was the team captain, Ernie Davis all-star and all-IAC. Joe is a solid academic student being honored as the Rotary Student of the Month. He has excellent character, team leader and always cares about others and will develop into a person who will give a lot back in the future.
Girls Varsity Swimming; Season Overlook
Posted in Athletics on November 28th, 2011 by clynchbenjamin – Comments OffStudent Council Holds Fright Night for Area Children
Posted in Student Life on November 1st, 2011 by Mrs. Gunning – Comments OffSaturday night Odessa's Student council members gathered to decorate the halls and hand out candy to area youngsters. Student council members dressed up to pass out the candy and at the end of the hall there was a haunted house that students constructed for some of the more daring attendees to enter. Many area children came dressed in costumes. After Fright Night, the activities moved to the cafeteria where student council held a dance.
