Old Mill Elementary School

Academic team information went home this week to 4th and 5th graders. Please fill out the form and return to Mrs. Polson. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nj5ub3ykXAlD6hJI9YBlZHJbUtwRyJGhQg4pvvIi-Ps/edit

This week's student spotlight goes out to Alice Embry. "A friend fell in P.E. and Alice checked on him to make sure he was ok!" -Mrs. Denise

OMES is excited to host our first-ever Culture Fair! We are inviting you to be a part of this unique experience as a Culture Ambassador! The event will take place on October 21st from 9:00am-12:30pm If you are interested in being a Culture Ambassador please sign up on the link below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0949AFA62CA5F94-51460954-omes#/

Today, Mrs. Grady's 4th and 5th graders had the exciting opportunity to teach the entire 2nd grade! They introduced their younger peers to the essential skill of identifying the main idea in informational texts, while also exploring the fascinating world of plant and animal adaptations. With minimal assistance from Mrs. Grady, the 4th and 5th graders took charge of their learning experience. They diligently prepared and organized their lessons, creating engaging anchor charts, worksheets, and thought-provoking questions, all while discovering their unique teaching styles. The 2nd graders were thrilled to observe live frogs and geckos, along with a variety of vibrant plants, bringing the lessons to life in a truly memorable way! Today will be a day that all of these amazing students remember!

This week's teacher spotlight goes out to Mrs. Grady. "I want to give a shout out to Mrs. Grady for being the best co-worker and mentor a girl could ask for! Mrs. Grady goes out of her way daily to help her team with all sorts of questions since we are all new to Old Mill! On top of helping her team she is an amazing teacher and her students adore her! I am so lucky to have her on my team!" -Mrs. Calhoun

It's Time to Order Your 2024-2025 Yearbook! We’re excited to announce that the ordering window for this year’s yearbook is now open! Make sure your child has a keepsake of their school year by ordering a copy today. You can place your order by clicking the link below. The ordering period will remain open until February 17th, so be sure to place your order before the deadline to guarantee your child receives a yearbook at the end of the year. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1069358/Old-Mill-Elementary-School/2025-Yearbook/2024091309151628372/CATALOG_SHOP/

We are hiring! If you are interested in joining our school family, apply using the link below! https://bullittky.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

In honor of Veterans Day, OMES is creating a special video to recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who have served in the military. We invite our OMES families to share pictures of the veterans in their lives by clicking the link below. https://forms.gle/c1aDD9UsxPqHRRos6

We hope all of our families have a wonderful weekend! https://youtu.be/1w_QM60_lBQ

At Old Mill, we're proud to celebrate our achievements! From increasing volunteer hours to enhancing student feedback, these numbers reflect the dedication of our staff, students, and community. Together, we continue to grow and create a positive impact! 💙 #koalascreate

Congratulations to our winners that were drawn for Principal of the Day! We had a great High Attendance Day!

📚 Book Fair Announcement! 📚 We’re excited to announce that the Book Fair will be held from September 23-27! The online store is now live, and parents can start adding funds to their students' eWallets for a fun and easy shopping experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stock up on new reads! https://www.scholastic.com/bf/oldmillelementaryschool1

Congratulations to Rhett Battcher, our 2024-2025 yearbook cover contest winner! Rhett's creativity truly stood out as he used a blend of vibrant digital tools to bring his imaginative design to life. We can’t wait to showcase his amazing work on the cover! A big thank you to all the students who participated in the contest. Your creativity and hard work were inspiring, and we appreciate your contributions!

The fall festival is quickly approaching. This year students will have the opportunity to decorate a pumpkin as a storybook character to have on display at the fall festival. During the fall festival families will be able to vote on their favorite pumpkin. The pumpkin with the most votes at the end of the night will be awarded $100 book fair cash. If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Mason or Mrs. Compton.

This week's teacher spotlight goes out to Mrs. Watson. "Mrs. Watson is an incredible teacher! She shows up with a smile on her face daily, regardless of the day, and is constantly putting her students needs above anything else. She shows kindness to all and brings joy to those around her, students and teachers alike! I am so lucky to work with you this year!" -Mrs. Dixon

The OMES Principal's Parent Advisory Group meets once a month, providing a collaborative space for parents and school leadership to discuss key issues, share feedback, and work together to enhance the educational experience for all students. This group serves as a valuable bridge between the school and the community, ensuring that parents' voices are heard and actively involved in decision-making.

Today our students "put cancer to bed" by wearing their pjs to school! We can't wait to see everyone in their cowboy outfits!

We hope everyone enjoyed the weekend! We can't wait to see everyone back tomorrow. Remember this week we will be celebrating childhood cancer awareness week! Below are the details for each day!

🌟 Gratitude Overflowing! 🙏 We are incredibly grateful for the support of so many! 🤝 Thank you from the bottom of every heart at Old Mill Elementary for making our @apexleadershipcompany Fun Run such a tremendous success in raising funds for Phase 2 of our Natural Playground. Your generosity has truly made a difference, and our school community is stronger because of you! 💖 Please share this post with everyone who pledged and pass on our heartfelt thanks to them as well. Together, we're making a positive impact on the future! #FutureLeadersAreGrateful #ApexSuccess #SupportOurSchool 🚀

Check out the link below for this week's update on Mrs. Joiner's Principal Connection! https://youtu.be/5nnHHO-A7BE?si=VKFmzHJXJ2jDYKg-