Our STLP team had a great day at state! Megh Patel came home with 2nd place in the AI on demand challenge! Our students were also part of the KET News Quiz show that will be airing very soon! It was such a fun day and we are so proud of them all!
Our OMES STLP team is headed to Rupp arena this morning to represent Old Mill at the STLP state competition. Good luck Koalas!
Family Steam Night was absolutely incredible! We're immensely grateful to all the families who joined us for this STEAM event. A whopping 240 punch cards were turned in, totaling 1,200 unique activities completed across Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
Celebrating the end of basketball as we wrap up our first-ever elementary basketball league! Huge shoutout to our incredible kids and coaches– the boys won the tournament and the girls rocked the runner-up spot! So proud of their hard work and sportsmanship. Here's to many more seasons of teamwork and success!
This weeks community spotlight goes out to Texas Roadhouse. Thank you for surprising our staff with rolls and salad last week. We appreciate your continued collaboration and support to our OMES staff.
🚀 Get ready for an epic night of Family STEAM Night fun from 5-7!
🌟 Our station materials are prepped, the book fair is in full swing, and we've got awesome raffle prizes lined up! Not only will your family have the opportunity to get their hands on some STEAM activities, take home some goodies, but if you participate in at least one component for each letter of STEAM, you will be entered into the raffle! We are giving away Marble Mazes, books, Robots and.... an iPad!
We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow night! Pop in anytime between 5:00-7:00!
We are so proud of our academic team and how well they represented Old Mill yesterday at the regional competition! Our quick recall team battled very close matches and showed awesome teamwork. In our content areas, we want to celebrate the following:
-Carter B. for placing 2nd in Social Studies
-Xander W. tied for 5th in Language Arts
-Gracey M. was recognized for High Achievement in Math
Thank you to our coaches Ms. Polson, Ms. Bader, and Ms. Bleemel for a great season! We appreciate you all!
This morning we celebrated our volunteers and the dedication they show to our school at our Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast! Thank you to our community for the donations and thank you to Ms. Shawn for putting together the beautiful breakfast and for sustaining a strong foundation in our volunteer program!
It was a great day to be a koala yesterday! Our K-2 kiddos did a fantastic job during their storybook plays! These students have worked so hard. Thank you to all the families they joined us for our plays yesterday!
Have a wonderful weekend, Old Mill!
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Guess what our staff was up to bright and early this morning? We're gearing up for something special! Any guesses on what's brewing?
Tomorrow is our Storybook Play! We are so excited to see the hard work that our K-2nd graders have been putting into their plays with Ms. Biglari. Prior to coming, please review the information in the image below to help us with parking and dismissal:
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This week's student spotlight goes out to Cason Mullennex. "Cason shows so much empathy towards her classmates. She always thinks of how her actions could make others feel. Cason also does a wonderful job of including everyone and making sure they feel welcome! I am so proud of Cason!"
This week's teacher spotlight goes out to Mrs. Bray. "Mrs. Bray is a phenomenal 1st-grade teacher whose dedication and passion have touched the lives of so many young learners. Mrs. Bray inspires, nurtures, and encourages her students to reach for the stars."
We are one week away from Family STEAM Night!
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This week's community spotlight goes out to our amazing OMES PTO. Their dedication, hard work, and unwavering support have made this year truly special for our school community. From organizing our fun-filled events like the Fall Festival to spearheading important fundraisers that benefit our students and teachers, the OMES PTO has been the backbone of our school's success. Thank you for all you do!
We're excited to announce the upcoming Bookfair, an event where literature lovers gather to celebrate the joy of reading and learning! But to make this event truly special, we need your help!
Volunteers like you play a crucial role in bringing the Bookfair to life. Whether you're passionate about books, education, or simply want to give back to the community, there's a place for you here.
We're looking for volunteers to assist with various tasks, including setting up, helping students shop and run registers. No matter your availability or skillset, there's a role for you.
Ready to be a part of something special? Sign up to volunteer at the Bookfair today! Together, let's create an unforgettable experience that celebrates the power of books and learning in our community.
To volunteer or learn more, please contact Michelle Mason michelle.mason@bullitt.kyschools.us or visit our website https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA4AF29A2FEC07-48140192-book#/
Check out Mrs. Joiner's weekly video below!
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Today, we want to honor the incredible impact that Mrs. Wortham has on our preschoolers in shaping their young minds and nurturing the leaders in them. Preschool Teacher Appreciation Day is not just a day; it's a celebration of dedication, creativity, and love that you pour into your work every single day. Thank you Mrs. Wortham for all you do for our students.
This week's student spotlight goes out to Violet Thompson for showcasing incredible mastery learning and self-directed navigation skills! Her dedication to learning and ability to steer her own path towards success is truly admirable. She consistently demonstrates exceptional focus and determination, always striving to improve and excel in everything she does. Keep up the fantastic work and continue to inspire those around you with your hard work and commitment! -Mrs. Grey and Mr. Wikman
