Old Mill Elementary School

We miss seeing our students and want to experience some of your summer break with you! With that beings said, we are going to start Weekly Summer Learning Challenges! Each week, we'll post a new challenge that will spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and make learning a blast for your kiddos. 🔍 How it Works: Check our page every Monday for the weekly challenge. Share a photo or video of your awesome work using our hashtag #OMESSummerLearningFun and tag us! 🏆 Prizes: At the end of the summer, we’ll have a special surprise for the most active participants!

Old Mill Families, If you want to get a head start on back-to-school shopping, our school supply list is attached below. Happy shopping, and we look forward to an amazing school year ahead! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WO3EMmxrMFSWOA-a_qte268cj2gmgaG7/view?usp=drivesdk

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads and father figures in our school community! Your love, support, and dedication mean the world to our children. Thank you for all that you do to make our community strong and nurturing. Enjoy your special day! 🎉💙

Some of our OMES koalas made the news sharing the excitement we all have over the new koalas at the Louisville Zoo! 🐨 https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2024/06/11/louisville-zoo-koalas?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2UQfZ_mdH9W9dznApg1Pd0YTthXxx2nrZpQHdE2ElpWsmxdOtPeWrdh74_aem_AfaYEUrbJ1_2YCa4mXMiRRGF0ItxMs81mmy99bSEZhdBI1qlSZni5v8H7TX5J1oiSI1Y4bAcqwSbyF4meb0r1kjs

Join us in welcoming Ms. Kimberly Reibert to the Old Mill Elementary community as our new district instructional coach. Ms. Reibert brings a wealth of experience in education and a deep connection to the Mt. Washington Community. Her expertise and dedication will be invaluable as we continue to advance our mission and enhance the learning experiences for our students. Welcome aboard, Ms. Reibert!

Attention incoming Kindergarten families: If you have not already, please sign up for our transition camp on the link below! This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to get a head start on the school year, meet their future classmates, and have some fun! Please sign up using the link below to reserve your spot. We can't wait to welcome our newest koalas! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQgaOoHM7wQTiXPoHYnsYsXYVmWWYsn0tzwsvGaPa8-UV5BQ/viewform If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 502.869.3200

We are thrilled to announce that Hadley Boone, one of our incredibly talented students, has won the t-shirt design contest! We were blown away by the creativity and talent showcased in all the entries. Hadley's winning design will be featured on our school t-shirts this year. Keep an eye out for these awesome shirts, and be sure to grab one when they go on sale! Way to go, Hadley, and thank you to everyone who participated!

Are you passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young learners? We are looking for quality candidates who are committed to furthering our mission at Old Mill Elementary. If interested, apply on the link below! https://rb.gy/jbtdxl

Summer cooking camp kicked off today! Students had a great time learning about kitchens safety and trying new things!

Summer is a great time to relax and have fun, but it's also a perfect opportunity to keep learning. 🌟 Don't forget, everyone has access to their iReady and can login to your My Path to continue your growth in reading and math. Just a few minutes a day can make a big difference and help you stay on track for the next school year! Keep up the great work, and we can't wait to see all the progress you've made when we return!

This Memorial Day, we come together to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. To our students and families, may this day also serve as a reminder of the importance of community, gratitude, and unity. Enjoy the day with your loved ones, and let's keep the spirit of remembrance alive in our hearts. Happy Memorial Day!

Here is a great opportunity for our boys! https://forms.gle/Gw9SqAWzNUtBS4Hk6

We are excited to announce that we are looking for two new members to join our Parent Advisory Committee at Old Mill Elementary. We believe it is essential to have a variety of perspectives represented on our committee to better serve our school community. If you are a new family to Old Mill School or have a child receiving special education services, we particularly encourage you to apply. Your unique experiences and insights are invaluable in helping us create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all families. Please take a few moments to fill out the form linked below if you are interested. The selection process will be thorough to ensure we gather a diverse range of viewpoints. Thank you for your interest and commitment to making Old Mill School the best it can be for all students and families! https://forms.gle/HJtegbC4cMh1H45N8

We are excited to celebrate Mrs. Rucker’s retirement. Her passion for teaching, innovative methods, and unwavering support have made a lasting impact on both students and colleagues. While we will miss her vibrant presence, we wish her all the joy and relaxation in this new chapter. Congratulations, Mrs. Rucker, and thank you for everything!

Today, our incredible teacher leaders presented their innovative approaches to integrating authentic learning and the graduate profile at a learning exhibition! We're so proud of their dedication to continuous learning, growth, and risk-taking!

📢 T-Shirt Design Contest! 🌿 Theme: Nature: Growing Minds and Growing Futures Are you a creative student with a passion for design and a love for nature? This is your chance to showcase your talent and contribute to our school's new theme! Contest Details: Theme: Your design should reflect the theme "Nature: Growing Minds and Growing Futures." Think about how nature inspires growth, learning, and the future. 🖌️ Design Requirements: Must be submitted in a digital format (JPEG, PNG, or PDF). Must be original The design should be suitable for a T-shirt (consider the placement and size). Winner: Your design will be featured on the official school T-shirt for the new theme and a free T-shirt with your design! 📅 Important Dates: Submission Deadline: June 3rd 📧 How to Submit: Email your design to brittany.joiner@bullitt.kyschools.us with the subject line "T-shirt Design Contest Submission".

For any of our 5th grade boys that are interested in playing basketball for Mount Washington Middle school there are some dates for open gym.

We are still hiring a few positions for next school year! Contact the school at 502-869-3200 if you have any questions about any of these roles!

In case you have not heard the big news, the staff surprised everyone by revealing next year's voted school theme in the final act of the talent show! The theme is... Drumroll, please... NATURE! 🌿✨ Check out the link below if you would like to see the surprise act performed for the students! https://youtu.be/iSCWjiUuPm0?si=y4NQclFY1JDo5WWP

A huge thank you to our incredible PTO for the unforgettable staff appreciation dinner last night! The beautiful decorations, heartfelt letters from the kids, and delicious catered meal made the evening so special. Your hard work and dedication to making us feel appreciated mean more than words can express. We are truly grateful for this wonderful event and the much-needed time together.