Last week, we had the opportunity to celebrate one of the very best—Mrs. Thompson for Assistant Principal Week (a little early before Spring Break, but just as special)! 💙
Mrs. Thompson truly embodies what it means to put students first. Her leadership, kindness, and unwavering support make a difference in the lives of both students and staff every single day. Whether she’s helping solve problems, cheering on successes, or simply being a steady and positive presence, she goes above and beyond in all she does.
We are so grateful for all the heart she pours into our school. Thank you, Mrs. Thompson, for everything you do to make our school a better place!
Our next Book Nook recommendation is No-Drama Discipline! 💙
This powerful read reminds us that discipline is about teaching and helps us support our children in building confidence, self-regulation, and strong decision-making skills.
This powerful read reminds us that discipline is about teaching and helps us support our children in building confidence, self-regulation, and strong decision-making skills.
Happy School Librarian Day, Mrs. Mason! 📚
From helping students discover their favorite books to creating a welcoming space for all, your impact is felt every single day at Old Mill. We are so grateful for you!
Over 856 adults showed up for our Graduate Profile Student Showcases last week—and we are just so grateful. 💙💛
Our students stepped into leadership, shared their growth, and truly owned their learning… and our families showed up in the best way.
If you have a powerful takeaway or a moment that stood out to you, we would love to hear it—your words mean so much to our students and staff.
We couldn’t do this work without your support, encouragement, and partnership. Thank you for believing in what we’re building at Old Mill.
Topgolf helped us launch our Forces & Motion science unit in the best way! ⛳️
Students are already making connections across content—blending science with geometry as they explore shapes, perimeter, and what it takes to design their very own mini golf holes. The level of thinking and creativity has been so fun to watch!
Stay tuned to see how we bring collaboration with our ATC into this work—connecting ideas, feedback, and real-world thinking as projects come to life. 💙
We’re growing our Old Mill family 🐨💙
We’re hiring for the 2026–2027 school year:
✨ Classroom Teacher
✨ LBD Instructional Assistant
✨ Part-Time Related Arts (Cultural Exploration)
If you’re passionate about authentic learning, building relationships, and making an impact—we’d love to have you on our team.
Apply today: https://bullittky.schoolspring.com
Leadership surprised our staff today with a dip bar to kick off spring break!
A small way to say thank you for all they pour into our students each day.
Today in 1st grade, students practiced adding and subtracting by 10 through an egg hunt and partner work! Hands-on learning, great conversations, and lots of teamwork filled Mrs. Jump’s classroom.
Productive collaborators in action; we love seeing it come to life at Old Mill! 💙
Student Appreciation Day 💙💛
Days like today remind me just how special our students are! Thank you to our PTO for loving on every single one of them with donuts and prize giveaways. It was a day full of smiles, excitement, and feeling celebrated!
🌟 Student Spotlight: OMES STLP Team 🌟
We are incredibly proud of our OMES STLP students for their hard work, dedication, and innovation on their CDA projects! These students truly embodied what it means to be self-directed learners, taking ownership of their individual projects and navigating their learning with purpose and creativity.
We are excited to celebrate that two projects have advanced to the next level—an amazing accomplishment that reflects their commitment and perseverance!
In addition to their individual successes, a group of our STLP students works daily behind the scenes to keep our school informed and connected by sharing important news with the entire OMES community. Their teamwork and leadership do not go unnoticed!
Way to go, OMES STLP team—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! 👏✨
We are incredibly proud of our OMES STLP students for their hard work, dedication, and innovation on their CDA projects! These students truly embodied what it means to be self-directed learners, taking ownership of their individual projects and navigating their learning with purpose and creativity.
We are excited to celebrate that two projects have advanced to the next level—an amazing accomplishment that reflects their commitment and perseverance!
In addition to their individual successes, a group of our STLP students works daily behind the scenes to keep our school informed and connected by sharing important news with the entire OMES community. Their teamwork and leadership do not go unnoticed!
Way to go, OMES STLP team—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! 👏✨
Get ready for a cool treat this Friday—Kona Ice is coming to OMES! 🍧
To make things even easier for families, you now have the option to pay online instead of sending cash with your student. It’s a quick, convenient way to make sure your child doesn’t miss out on the fun!
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K413X7828155
We can’t wait to enjoy a sweet, refreshing day together!
To make things even easier for families, you now have the option to pay online instead of sending cash with your student. It’s a quick, convenient way to make sure your child doesn’t miss out on the fun!
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K413X7828155
We can’t wait to enjoy a sweet, refreshing day together!
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Bleemel 🌟
We are proud to shine this week’s Staff Spotlight on Mrs. Bleemel for truly embodying our core value: Students Matter Most.
Mrs. Bleemel consistently puts students at the heart of everything she does. Whether she is helping students work through challenges or guiding them to make thoughtful, responsible choices, she approaches every situation with care, patience, and fairness. Her ability to support students in solving problems in a reasonable and respectful way makes a lasting impact on their growth.
Beyond her work with students, Mrs. Bleemel is always there for others. She is a dependable and supportive team member who steps in whenever someone needs a helping hand.
Thank you, Mrs. Bleemel, for your unwavering commitment to our students and for being such a positive influence in our school community! 💙
We are proud to shine this week’s Staff Spotlight on Mrs. Bleemel for truly embodying our core value: Students Matter Most.
Mrs. Bleemel consistently puts students at the heart of everything she does. Whether she is helping students work through challenges or guiding them to make thoughtful, responsible choices, she approaches every situation with care, patience, and fairness. Her ability to support students in solving problems in a reasonable and respectful way makes a lasting impact on their growth.
Beyond her work with students, Mrs. Bleemel is always there for others. She is a dependable and supportive team member who steps in whenever someone needs a helping hand.
Thank you, Mrs. Bleemel, for your unwavering commitment to our students and for being such a positive influence in our school community! 💙
Check out our April Newsletter!
https://bcps-newsletter.edurooms.com/engage/old-mill-elementary/newsletters/omes-april-newsletter
https://bcps-newsletter.edurooms.com/engage/old-mill-elementary/newsletters/omes-april-newsletter
🚨 Online Registration Reminder! 🚨
We’re getting ready for an amazing upcoming school year, and we need your help to make sure every student is registered and ready to go!
The FIRST 3 classes to have 100% of their registrations completed will earn a FOAM PARTY! 🫧🎉
👉 Click the link attached to this post to complete your child’s registration
✔️ It only takes a few minutes
✔️ Help your child’s class be one of the first to finish!
Let’s knock this out early and celebrate in a BIG way! 💙💛
https://www.bullittschools.org/page/online-registration?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ354FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFWU3h6Z3VhMHpSR1d3U0Eyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuwI8JLd7r7oZOM4bla3UWe6q6nDvUgcPPdC8Z3Tl2ro_tcgew4sBZpDMiSO_aem_FRkit1abn0adbC17dCBTjw
We’re getting ready for an amazing upcoming school year, and we need your help to make sure every student is registered and ready to go!
The FIRST 3 classes to have 100% of their registrations completed will earn a FOAM PARTY! 🫧🎉
👉 Click the link attached to this post to complete your child’s registration
✔️ It only takes a few minutes
✔️ Help your child’s class be one of the first to finish!
Let’s knock this out early and celebrate in a BIG way! 💙💛
https://www.bullittschools.org/page/online-registration?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ354FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFWU3h6Z3VhMHpSR1d3U0Eyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuwI8JLd7r7oZOM4bla3UWe6q6nDvUgcPPdC8Z3Tl2ro_tcgew4sBZpDMiSO_aem_FRkit1abn0adbC17dCBTjw
🏃♀️🏃♂️ What an incredible night for our Old Mill track team!
Our first meet of the season is in the books, and our students showed up, showed out, and represented Old Mill with pride. Their hard work, teamwork, and determination were on full display—we couldn’t be more proud! 💙💛
👏 Shoutout to our top finishers:
Girls 100
🥇 Ariel
🥈 Hayes
Girls 1600
🥉 Arya
Girls 4x100
🥇 Team B – Cason, Ariel, Hayes, Cori
🥈 Team A – Maecee, Caroline, Arya, Ellie
Boys 4x100
🥇 Team C – Eli, Noah, Thaviru, Henry
🥈 Team B – Evan, Braylen, Wyatt, Nathan
🥉 Team A – Trenton, Emerson, Shepherd, Michel
Girls 400
🥇 Maecee
🥈 Mia
🥉 Hayes
Girls 800
🥈 Cason
Boys 800
🥈 Trenton
🥉 Evan
Girls 200
🥇 Maecee
🥈 Arya
🥉 Cori
Girls Javelin
🥈 Cori
Girls Long Jump
🥇 Arya
🥈 Maecee
Girls Shot Put
🥈 Marianne
🥉 Ariel
Boys Shot Put
🥈 Braylen
So many personal bests, strong finishes, and moments of perseverance. This is just the beginning of an amazing season!
Our first meet of the season is in the books, and our students showed up, showed out, and represented Old Mill with pride. Their hard work, teamwork, and determination were on full display—we couldn’t be more proud! 💙💛
👏 Shoutout to our top finishers:
Girls 100
🥇 Ariel
🥈 Hayes
Girls 1600
🥉 Arya
Girls 4x100
🥇 Team B – Cason, Ariel, Hayes, Cori
🥈 Team A – Maecee, Caroline, Arya, Ellie
Boys 4x100
🥇 Team C – Eli, Noah, Thaviru, Henry
🥈 Team B – Evan, Braylen, Wyatt, Nathan
🥉 Team A – Trenton, Emerson, Shepherd, Michel
Girls 400
🥇 Maecee
🥈 Mia
🥉 Hayes
Girls 800
🥈 Cason
Boys 800
🥈 Trenton
🥉 Evan
Girls 200
🥇 Maecee
🥈 Arya
🥉 Cori
Girls Javelin
🥈 Cori
Girls Long Jump
🥇 Arya
🥈 Maecee
Girls Shot Put
🥈 Marianne
🥉 Ariel
Boys Shot Put
🥈 Braylen
So many personal bests, strong finishes, and moments of perseverance. This is just the beginning of an amazing season!
🎙️ New Podcast Episode is Live!
Our next episode in the series is ready for you to listen to! This one dives into the heart of our Graduate Profile—breaking it down in a way that makes it clear, meaningful, and easy to understand.
Our Parent Advisory team has put in so much time and care creating resources to help bring this work to life for our families. This episode is a great way to better understand the purpose behind what your children are experiencing every day at Old Mill.
We are so proud of this work and the strong partnership we have with our families. Take a listen below! 💙
🎧 Listen to the Podcast Episode:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qu5Y1Oz-xC9Z31Fkg_jrYEhBxXRQNteS/view?usp=drive_link
Our next episode in the series is ready for you to listen to! This one dives into the heart of our Graduate Profile—breaking it down in a way that makes it clear, meaningful, and easy to understand.
Our Parent Advisory team has put in so much time and care creating resources to help bring this work to life for our families. This episode is a great way to better understand the purpose behind what your children are experiencing every day at Old Mill.
We are so proud of this work and the strong partnership we have with our families. Take a listen below! 💙
🎧 Listen to the Podcast Episode:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qu5Y1Oz-xC9Z31Fkg_jrYEhBxXRQNteS/view?usp=drive_link
We’re excited to share that Mrs. Rachel Ellis is transitioning into a Kindergarten teaching role at Old Mill! 💙💛
With 15 years of experience and a strong passion for creating meaningful, engaging learning experiences, Mrs. Ellis brings so much to our youngest learners. Many of our students already know and love her from her work in Cultural Explorations, and we know she will continue to build those strong relationships in this new role.
Mrs. Ellis is also a proud part of our Old Mill community as both an educator and parent, which makes this transition even more special. We are so excited for this next chapter and can’t wait to see all the amazing things ahead for our Kindergarten team!
With 15 years of experience and a strong passion for creating meaningful, engaging learning experiences, Mrs. Ellis brings so much to our youngest learners. Many of our students already know and love her from her work in Cultural Explorations, and we know she will continue to build those strong relationships in this new role.
Mrs. Ellis is also a proud part of our Old Mill community as both an educator and parent, which makes this transition even more special. We are so excited for this next chapter and can’t wait to see all the amazing things ahead for our Kindergarten team!
What a week it has been! We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
🐾✨ Learning from Nature in Mr. Ezell’s Class! ✨🐾
Students are exploring the driving question:
How can we, as animal researchers, use what we know about animals and their adaptations to solve a human problem?
Through “Nature Did it First,” they’re making connections and thinking like true innovators as they prepare for their upcoming Biomimicry Genius Challenge! 💡🌎
