Old Mill Elementary School

This week's teacher spotlight goes out to Mrs. Mason. Mrs. Mason works hard every day to create an environment where our students can develop a true love for reading. From curating engaging book selections to fostering a welcoming space in the library, she goes above and beyond to make literacy come alive for our students. Thank you for your dedication and passion, Mrs. Mason!

Skate Nights are the best nights!

Dear Old Mill Elementary Families, Every two years, the Old Mill Elementary PTO conducts an election for parent representatives to serve on the School-Based Decision Making (SBDM) Council for the upcoming school year. We are currently accepting nominations for the 2025-2026 SBDM Parent Representatives for two positions. Any parent with a child attending Old Mill Elementary during the 2025-2026 school year is eligible to run. SBDM representatives are required to attend a training session (six hours for new members, three hours for returning members) and participate in monthly meetings. If you would like to nominate a parent candidate (or self-nominate), please complete the attached form. The nominee must sign the bottom of the form to confirm their acceptance of the nomination. Deadline for nominations: Friday, March 28, 2025 Should there be more than two nominees, an election will be held in April. The two nominees receiving the most votes will serve as the 25-26 OMES SBDM Parent Representatives. We appreciate your support in this important process! If you have any questions, please reach out. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6l62AWl9Fp6OQ6LlFVabkSU7yJb9T7uQUjf3RZ3VI1e7nCw/viewform

We are incredibly grateful to Chelsea Crick for generously donating her time and expertise to make our STEAM Night a success! Chelsea was the mastermind behind all the beautiful balloon work, transforming our event space with her creativity and skill. Her hard work added a special touch that made the night even more memorable for our students and families. Thank you, Chelsea, for sharing your talent with us! 🎈💙

Shoutout to our incredible PTO for their support of our staff and students! From biweekly treats and special lunches to sponsoring events like the 5th-grade dance and Spring Carnival, they go above and beyond to make OMES a special place. Their dedication to our school community is a true example of the BCPS Graduate Profile – Community Contributors! We are so grateful for all they do!

The smiles on our 5th graders’ faces said it all at this year’s Sneaker Ball! Before the dance, Mr. Ezell hosted an after-school shoe design session so students could create their own custom sneakers for the big night! Nights like this are what school memories are made of. 💙

Congratulations to the winners from our Family STEAM Night! We loved seeing so many families come together to explore, create, and problem-solve. A huge thank you to our amazing FRC and Derrick Meyers for donating the incredible prizes—your generosity made the night even more special!

It has been a great week at Old Mill! We hope you all have a fabulous weekend! https://youtube.com/shorts/XzA37gc3JCU?si=ry4mZdh2HQvEyLcQ

Our Heart Hero's Fundraiser ends tomorrow! Get those last minute donations in to support the American Heart Association. Thank you to everyone who has put in the work and helped us to reach our goal! #KIDSHEARTCHALLENGE

Rockin’ our socks to celebrate differences and spread awareness for Down Syndrome!

Thank you to all the families who joined us for STEAM Night! We loved seeing everyone explore, create, and have fun together. Your feedback is important to us—please take a moment to fill out our short survey to help us make next year’s event even better. We appreciate your support! https://forms.gle/W7KLmtXokXTDfhpf7

We are ready for you all!

Today, Hadley Boone showcased her skills as a productive collaborator and mastery learner in Mrs. Dixon's fourth-grade class! As part of the Gifted and Talented Program, Hadley designed an incredible lesson about Mammoth Cave 🦣🌍 to help students understand weathering and erosion — concepts that shape the world around us. 🏞️ Using her deep understanding of the topic, Hadley worked seamlessly with the students, guiding them through hands-on activities and discussions that brought the lesson to life. By connecting the fascinating world of caves to the everyday processes of erosion and weathering, Hadley demonstrated what it means to be a mastery learner — mastering both content and teaching strategies to enhance the learning experience. Her ability to collaborate with the class, making complex topics accessible and engaging, is a true example of her skills as a productive collaborator in action. 👏💡 We are so proud of Hadley for demonstrating the values of the Graduate Profile, and we can't wait to see how she continues to shine! ✨ #GiftedAndTalented #MasteryLearner #ProductiveCollaborator #MammothCave #WeatheringAndErosion #4thGradeLearning #STEM #GraduateProfile

🌙💤 Sleep Your Way to a Healthier Heart! 💖 🛏️ Did you know that getting enough sleep can lower your risk of heart disease? 🫀✨ Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep every night to keep your heart happy and healthy! Our Heart Hero's fundraiser ends this weekend! There is still time for you to register and to help complete our school's mission for bringing more awareness to heart health! Visit: HEART.ORG/SCHOOLS for more info

Moving more and creating a more active lifestyle can decrease the risk of heart disease by 30-40%! Find out ways to create a more active lifestyle as a family by checking out the amazing resources that the American Heart Association has to offer by visiting HEART.ORG/SCHOOLS. We still have 5 days to hit our goal for this amazing organization and for you to help make a difference.

The OMES Energy Team is getting their hands dirty for a greener future! This week, our dedicated students planted seeds in the school garden, taking an active role in sustainability and learning about the importance of growing our own food. As they nurture these plants, they’ll witness firsthand how small actions can lead to big environmental impacts. We can't wait to watch their hard work bloom! 🌱💚 #OMESEnergyTeam #GrowingGreen

This week's teacher spotlight goes out to Ms. Whittaker. Huge shoutout to Ms. Whittaker for embracing bold risks and going above and beyond to make learning meaningful for our students! We are so lucky that you are a part of our school family!

Old Mill Elementary is proud to be recognized as a Purple Star School! 🇺🇸 This honor reflects our commitment to supporting military service members, veterans, and their families while instilling values of respect, gratitude, and service in our students.

Join our Old Mill Elementary team as a Kindergarten Assistant! 🎉 If you love working with young learners, have a heart for helping students grow, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you! This position starts this school year, so don’t wait—apply today and be part of something amazing! https://bullittky.schoolspring.com/

Remember that part of caring for your heart and body is adding color to your plate! A heart healthy diet is a very important part of making sure that you are taking care of your heart, mind, & body. Our Heart Heroes fundraiser is still going on and there are some amazing resources for you and your family to check out on making healthier choices. Check it out at Heart.Org/Schools to find out more!