News & Updates

- FALL 2026 -

A Run-Walk to Remember!

The 22nd Annual Ossining MATTERS 5K/2M Run-Walk brought together nearly 300 runners and walkers for a beautiful morning filled with community spirit, school pride, music, and fun!

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible sponsors, donors, participants, and volunteers, we raised more than $37,000 to support educational opportunities for students throughout the Ossining School District!

The day was filled with memorable moments, including a special hometown victory! Ossining High School students Emory Scheck (below, left) and Kaya Wallace (below, center), pictured with Ossining's Athletic Director, Kim Saxton, took home the overall men's and women's titles, making this year's event even more special!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event such a success, from our dedicated sponsors and volunteers to the runners, walkers, families, friends, and spectators who came out to cheer everyone on. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and continued support are what make this event such a wonderful community tradition.

Together, we're making a difference for Ossining students! 🧡

🏃 Read the full Run-Walk recap, check out the race results, and browse photos from the day on our website.

**SAVE THE DATE - SEPTEMBER 4, 2027**

23rd Annual Ossining MATTERS Run-Walk for Education.

See you there!

Ossining MATTERS is pleased to welcome Joe Cohen to the Board!

A lifelong Westchester resident, Joe has lived in Ossining with his wife, Kelsey, since 2011. Their two children attend district schools: Sam at AMD and Meadow at Roosevelt.

Joe retired as a detective from the New York City Police Department in summer 2026. He has also supported local youth through coaching with Ossining AYSO and the Bedford Bears Hockey Association. He holds a bachelor’s degree in International Studies from Ohio Wesleyan University and a master’s degree in Linguistics from Hofstra University.

We look forward to Joe’s contributions as we continue supporting opportunities for Ossining students.

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Serving on the Board of Ossining MATTERS or one of our volunteer committees offers a powerful way to impact students' lives across our community.

You’ll collaborate with dedicated individuals who share your passion for equity in education. Together, we’ll champion projects that strengthen our schools, from organizing engaging community fundraisers to enhancing vital educational programs.

Be part of something bigger. Your skills and energy can create profound, lasting change.

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The mission of the Ossining MATTERS Education Foundation is to support and enrich the learning opportunities for all children in the Ossining School District. The goal of the foundation is to generate community awareness and support for the Ossining School District in order to provide an ongoing source of funds, through grants and other fundraising efforts, to augment the programs offered in the Ossining Public Schools. The funds will be used to develop and support programs in accordance with the Ossining School District’s mission statement in the areas of (but not limited to) academics, cultural arts, and athletics to ensure that each student realizes his or her fullest potential.

Ossining MATTERS Education Foundation | PO Box 1012 | Ossining, NY 10562

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