This is what authentic learning is all about!
Our third-grade students have been combining force and motion with measurement, area, and perimeter as they designed their very own putt-putt golf holes. At the launch of the unit, students had the opportunity to learn from ATC students, ask design questions, and think like real problem solvers.
After reviewing our students’ blueprint designs, the ATC students shared how impressed they were with the detail, creativity, and thought our students put into their work. They were so impressed that they decided they wanted to bring one student's design to life and build a model themselves!
A huge shout-out to Mrs. Troutman and the ATC students and staff for working together to make this real-world learning experience happen for our students.
So proud of our third-grade Koalas!
Our third-grade students have been combining force and motion with measurement, area, and perimeter as they designed their very own putt-putt golf holes. At the launch of the unit, students had the opportunity to learn from ATC students, ask design questions, and think like real problem solvers.
After reviewing our students’ blueprint designs, the ATC students shared how impressed they were with the detail, creativity, and thought our students put into their work. They were so impressed that they decided they wanted to bring one student's design to life and build a model themselves!
A huge shout-out to Mrs. Troutman and the ATC students and staff for working together to make this real-world learning experience happen for our students.
So proud of our third-grade Koalas!
To our incredible bus drivers, thank you for being a steady and caring presence for our students each day. You safely bring our Koalas to and from school and start and end their day with a smile. Your role is essential, and we are so grateful for you!
A big thank you to our amazing café team. From early mornings to busy lunch times, you serve our students with care and kindness. You make sure they are nourished and ready to learn each day. We appreciate all that you do!
Nurse Brittany and Nurse Amanda are the heart of care at OMES, always ready with a helping hand, a calm presence, and a kind smile. Thank you for keeping our students safe, healthy, and supported every single day! ❤️
Check out our May newsletter! There are a lot of upcoming events this month!
https://bcps-newsletter.edurooms.com/engage/old-mill-elementary/newsletters/omes-may-newsletter-2026
https://bcps-newsletter.edurooms.com/engage/old-mill-elementary/newsletters/omes-may-newsletter-2026
Our first-grade team, Mrs. Bray, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Jump, Mr. Ezell, and Mrs. Coleman, brings learning to life each day with love and laughter. You build confidence, curiosity, and character in every student. Thank you for making first grade such a special and meaningful year!
We’re getting ready for an exciting OMES Field Day and need your help to make it a success! 🎉 If you’re interested in volunteering, be sure to sign up by clicking the link below. The deadline to sign up is Friday, May 8th this is a firm deadline. Volunteers will be assigned where needed, and we’re so grateful for your support in making this a fun and memorable day for our students!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1yi8x0YwBaJ-o5ucFzrabIYRpkujXaWBoqRTJQBROU427oA/viewform
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Let’s celebrate our amazing Related Arts team, Mrs. Compton, Mrs. Mason, Mrs. Boston, and Mrs. Biglari. You bring creativity, movement, music, and innovation into our school in ways that make learning come alive. You give our Koalas opportunities to explore their passions and express themselves. Thank you for making Old Mill such a vibrant place to learn and grow!
Today we are celebrating the powerhouse behind the scenes, our instructional support team. Thank you to Mrs. Reibert, Mrs. Marker, Mrs. Keown, Mrs. Lindsay Miller, Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Deutsch, Mrs. Forman, Mrs. Carlisle, Mrs. Clan, Mrs. Bleemel, Mrs. Nuckolls, and Ms. Michel. Whether you are coaching, supporting intervention, tutoring, or stepping in wherever needed, you make a difference every single day. We appreciate your heart, your flexibility, and your impact!
Mrs. Tiffany Bleemel will be stepping into the Cultural Explorations teacher role next school year! Mrs. Bleemel is already such an important part of our school family, and it is always meaningful when we get to grow and celebrate from within. She brings a heart for students, a passion for meaningful learning, and a vision for helping our students truly understand the world around them
Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Bleemel and this exciting next step. We are so proud she is part of Old Mill!
Koalas celebrate successes 🐨💙💛
Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Bleemel and this exciting next step. We are so proud she is part of Old Mill!
Koalas celebrate successes 🐨💙💛
Today we celebrate our incredible Special Forces team. Ms. Clements, Mrs. Hodges, Mrs. Foushee, Ms. Gerdes, Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. Summer, Mrs. Marrs, Ms. Michelle, Mrs. Russ, Ms. Courtney, and Ms. Abby, your compassion, flexibility, and dedication to students is unmatched. You go above and beyond every single day, and we are so thankful for each of you!
Today, we celebrate the heartbeat of our school, our office team. Mrs. Renee, Mrs. Becky, Mrs. Pam, Mrs. Brinner, and Mrs. Shawn, thank you for keeping everything running smoothly while caring for every student, family, and staff member who walks through our doors. From answering calls to supporting student needs and everything in between, you truly make Old Mill feel like home.
Today, we are sending a heartfelt thank you to the amazing team that supports the whole child at Old Mill: Mrs. Katie, our school social worker, Mrs. Melcher, our counselor, and Mrs. Lawson, our Family Resource Coordinator. You walk alongside our students and families with compassion, care, and understanding. You truly are the heart of our support system, and we appreciate you more than words can say.
We have had SEVERAL people reach out about Field Day Tshirts. We have re-opened the website until 11:00pm. There will be no late orders after tonight!
https://toateellc.chipply.com/OMESPE/store.html?eid=528936&action=viewall
https://toateellc.chipply.com/OMESPE/store.html?eid=528936&action=viewall
As we begin planning for the 2026 to 2027 school year, we want to share an important update to our daily schedule.
Based on community feedback and Board approval in December, our school day will run from 9:10 AM to 4:05 PM. Doors will open at 8:50 AM to begin welcoming students, and dismissal will begin at 4:05 PM.
It’s officially LAST CALL for yearbooks! 🎉 Yearbooks have been shipped and will be distributed on May 22nd during our annual Signing Day. We have a limited number of yearbooks available, so don’t miss out on capturing this year’s memories. If your child hasn’t purchased one yet, there’s still time just send in cash or a check with your child to Mrs. Compton!
A big celebration for our incredible kindergarten team, Mrs. Ellis, Mrs. Myer's, Ms. Bader, Ms. Wells, Mrs. Tori, Mrs. Denise, Mrs. Rittman, and Mrs. Hibbs. You create classrooms where learning feels magical, and every child feels safe, seen, and loved. Thank you for shaping the very beginning of our students’ journeys in such meaningful ways!
We are kicking off Staff Appreciation Week by celebrating three of the very best: Mrs. Ruckman, Ms. Abby, and Ms. Tonya. Our preschool/headstart team pours so much joy, patience, and love into our youngest learners each day. Thank you for creating such a strong and caring foundation for our students. We are so grateful for you!
Don’t miss out! Field Day shirt sales close tomorrow Sunday, May 3rd. Grab yours before it’s too late and get ready to show your school spirit for our big day! 🎉👕
https://toateellc.chipply.com/OMESPE/store.html?eid=528936&action=viewall
Happy Lunchroom Hero Day!
Today we celebrate the amazing individuals who keep our cafeteria running and our students fueled for learning each day. On Tuesday, we honored our Lunchroom Heroes with a delicious breakfast and heartfelt, homemade cards from our students as a small token of our appreciation.
Their kindness, hard work, and smiling faces make a difference in our school every single day. We are so grateful for all they do to serve and support our students!
Today we celebrate the amazing individuals who keep our cafeteria running and our students fueled for learning each day. On Tuesday, we honored our Lunchroom Heroes with a delicious breakfast and heartfelt, homemade cards from our students as a small token of our appreciation.
Their kindness, hard work, and smiling faces make a difference in our school every single day. We are so grateful for all they do to serve and support our students!
