Oneida CSD IT Team & MORIC IT Team: From Crisis to Connection

In the coming days and weeks, we'll be taking a moment to thank those who have been working tirelessly as our district navigates this challenging flooding crisis. Today, we want to give a special shout-out to our incredible IT team for their dedication and hard work! #FloodOfThanks
This week, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the Oneida City School District IT team, who have worked around the clock following the severe flooding at Oneida High School.
In the wake of the recent flooding at OHS, many of us witnessed firsthand the disruption and uncertainty that came with the loss of our network systems. Classrooms went quiet, communication lines were down, and the digital tools we rely on daily were suddenly out of reach. But thanks to the tireless efforts of the Oneida IT team in coordination with the IT team at the Mohawk Regional Information Center, the majority of our critical back-end infrastructure is back online.
Restoring a network involves more than just plugging things back in—it demands technical expertise, strategic planning, a deep understanding of infrastructure, and trusted partners at the MORIC, whose network operations center became a vital lifeline in relocating operations. Thanks to their swift, strategic action, teachers were able to complete report cards, students received transcripts, summer orders were placed, and the OCSD staff got paid on time.
To the IT team: Thank you.
Your behind-the-scenes work often goes unnoticed, but in moments like these, your impact is undeniable. You’ve reminded us all of the vital role technology—and the people who support it—plays in our daily lives. Your late nights, quick thinking, and technical skills are keeping our district connected. While some of your own basements were flooded at home, you threw on your muck boots and stepped up under pressure. We are profoundly grateful.
Please join us in saying THANK YOU to the Oneida CSD IT crew: Genevieve, Will, Lauren, and Kevin. Thank you to the MORIC IT crew: Eric, Jim, Dave, Joe, Dan, Chris, Katy, Tim, and Annelise.
To anyone whose efforts may not have been named directly—please know that your contributions have not gone unnoticed. Whether you offered a helping hand, shared your expertise, or simply supported the team in quiet ways, we are deeply grateful. It takes a community to overcome challenges like these, and every act of service makes a difference.
We are grateful for your hard work and unwavering commitment to the Oneida City School District. #OneidaStrong #FloodOfThanks