O'Connor Academy

09/15/2026

What better way to get back into the swing of things than SPIRIT WEEK?! Show your Grizzly pride and join in on the fun!

02/06/2026

Congratulations to our own, Mrs.Vickie!!!

Victoria White is described as irreplaceable by her colleagues. She brings dedication and heart to her work every day.

From supporting students to being someone her colleagues can count on, Victoria is always ready to step in when needed.

Congratulations on your Good Apple Award! 🍏



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Victoria White.]

01/23/2026

Ended the week with some twintivity!

01/16/2026

Can we please give it up for Ms. Carli?! Congratulations to another one of OCA's good apples!

🍏 Carli Antignani’s Good Apple Award nomination highlights her unmatched organization, strong connections with students, and high level of engagement.

🍏 As an O'Connor Academy AT, Carli helps keep her classroom running smoothly while making learning fun.

🍏 Congratulations, Carli!



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Carli Antignani.]

01/05/2026

What can we say?! O'Connor is just full of good apples! Let's congratulate Mr. Dom!!

Students know they can turn to Dom Higgins for support, honest guidance, and encouragement. Beyond his work as a Crisis Intervener, he’s the kind of person who jumps in wherever he can help—at events, in the lunch line, and throughout the day.

We’re excited to celebrate him with a Good Apple Award! 🍏🎉



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Dom Higgins.]

12/29/2025

Congratulations to Ms. Ashley on her well deserved good apple award!!

Hardworking, dedicated and supportive, Ashley Mullins is a constant presence for students and staff at O’Connor Academy.

She supports colleagues by helping create lesson materials and offering a listening ear on tough days. For students at OCA, she is an advocate, helping ensure they have a safe, supportive space to be themselves.

Congratulations on your Good Apple Award, Ashley! 🍏



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Ashley Mullins.]

12/22/2025

Let's give it up for Ms. Wendy on her good apple award!

Congratulations to Wendy Hokenson! 🎉

Wendy is kind, patient, and gives great advice to students and staff at O'Connor Academy. Her Good Apple Award nomination notes that she learns right alongside the students at OCA so that she can be an even greater resource when the student she's working with needs help.



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Wendy Hokenson.]

12/17/2025

If you've ever visited the halls of O'Connor Academy, then chances are you've worked with Michele Mesissner . She is the epitome of kindness, understanding, and compassion and to know her is to love her. Can we please give it up for one our very own on this amazing and overdue recognition?! Congratulations, Michele!!!

Congratulations to our latest Golden Apple Award winner, Michele Meissner! She is a reading specialist at Monroe One BOCES, O’Connor Academy.

https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/golden-apple/congratulations-to-michele-meissner/

12/15/2025

Let's give it up for Ms.Sue on her good apple award!!

Congratulations to Sue Walton! 🎉

This Good Apple's kindness and dedication create a positive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. O'Connor Academy is grateful to have her.



[Graphic: Dark green background and a light green and white Polaroid-style frame. In the bottom left corner is a green apple with the words “Good Apple Awards” and the Monroe One BOCES green and blue symbol. Inside the frame is a photo of Sue Walton.]

12/12/2025

Basketball season is in full swing here at O'Connor Academy so here's a little behind the scenes of what happens before a game!