One of our favorite Old Mill traditions is our Thankful Hands turkey! Each student shares something they are thankful for, and together, their colorful hands create this beautiful display of gratitude.
A special thank you to Mrs. Pam, our wonderful volunteer coordinator, for helping bring this to life! We love seeing all the things our Koalas are thankful for! 🍂
Creativity and problem-solving were in full swing in Mrs. Wood’s GT classroom last week! 🐨
Inspired by The Mysterious Benedict Society, students designed, built, and tested rafts while exploring engineering concepts. From carrying cargo to traveling across water, students were challenged to think critically, collaborate, and improve their designs!
We love seeing our Koalas grow as Innovative Problem Solvers!
Our November newsletter is here, Old Mill families! 🐨🍂 Take a look at what’s happening around the Mill, mark your calendar for upcoming events, and catch up on a few important reminders. We’re thankful to share another month of learning and growing with your family!
https://bcps-newsletter.edurooms.com/newsletters/old-mill-elementary/newsletters/old-mill-november-2026
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🌟 Student Spotlight: Leo & Logan! 🌟
Leo and Logan noticed that our classroom floor had collected lots of little pieces of paper after an activity. Without being asked, they took the initiative to grab a broom and work together to clean up our classroom!
I am so appreciative of their willingness to take care of our learning space and jump in to help without being asked. They showed what it truly means to be Productive Collaborators by recognizing a need, working as a team, and taking action!
Way to go, Leo and Logan! Thank you for setting such a great example for others! 💙💛🐨
Leo and Logan noticed that our classroom floor had collected lots of little pieces of paper after an activity. Without being asked, they took the initiative to grab a broom and work together to clean up our classroom!
I am so appreciative of their willingness to take care of our learning space and jump in to help without being asked. They showed what it truly means to be Productive Collaborators by recognizing a need, working as a team, and taking action!
Way to go, Leo and Logan! Thank you for setting such a great example for others! 💙💛🐨
At Old Mill, being a Community Contributor means recognizing a need and taking action to make a difference!
This season, our Koalas have TWO opportunities to give back! Through our FRYSC Winter Break Food Drive, we can support families throughout our Mt. Washington community, and through our PTO Teacher Lounge Stock-Up, we can show some love to the staff who give so much to our students each day!
Whether we’re caring for our neighbors or our own school family, every contribution matters!
Small acts of kindness make a BIG difference! 🐨
Check out the flyer for ways you can help!
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Russ! 🌟
Mrs. Russ is always willing to lend a helping hand and is constantly looking for opportunities to help ALL students be successful. Her calm approach to holding students accountable is refreshing and makes such a positive impact on our school community. She is also someone who is always thinking ahead, finding ways to make proactive innovations that improve the learning environment for everyone.
We are so thankful for the care, dedication, and positive attitude she brings each day. Thank you, Mrs. Russ, for always going above and beyond for our students and staff! 💙💛
Mrs. Russ is always willing to lend a helping hand and is constantly looking for opportunities to help ALL students be successful. Her calm approach to holding students accountable is refreshing and makes such a positive impact on our school community. She is also someone who is always thinking ahead, finding ways to make proactive innovations that improve the learning environment for everyone.
We are so thankful for the care, dedication, and positive attitude she brings each day. Thank you, Mrs. Russ, for always going above and beyond for our students and staff! 💙💛
🍧 Kona Ice is coming Friday!
We apologize for the confusion with the QR code! We have updated the code at the bottom and included a direct link for your convenience.
Thank you so much for supporting Old Mill Elementary and our students! We truly appreciate it!
A friendly reminder: We will not be accepting cash on Friday, so please be sure to prepay using the link provided.
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K413X85616923
We apologize for the confusion with the QR code! We have updated the code at the bottom and included a direct link for your convenience.
Thank you so much for supporting Old Mill Elementary and our students! We truly appreciate it!
A friendly reminder: We will not be accepting cash on Friday, so please be sure to prepay using the link provided.
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K413X85616923
Community Spotlight: Louisville Water Company & Mrs. Rhonda
A big thank you to the Louisville Water Company and Mrs. Rhonda for helping bring our learning to life! Students in Mrs. Grady’s class joined us in the STEAM room for a hands-on water filtration lesson as an extension of our learning excursion.
As students read Holes, they are participating in weekly STEAM activities that connect to the story, deepen their understanding, and encourage them to think like problem-solvers. Our water filtration lesson gave students the opportunity to explore how water can be cleaned, make real-world connections, and apply what they are learning through hands-on experiences.
We are so thankful for community partners like Louisville Water Company and Mrs. Rhonda who take the time to invest in our students and help us create meaningful learning experiences beyond the pages of a book!
Thank you for being a part of our learning community!
A big thank you to the Louisville Water Company and Mrs. Rhonda for helping bring our learning to life! Students in Mrs. Grady’s class joined us in the STEAM room for a hands-on water filtration lesson as an extension of our learning excursion.
As students read Holes, they are participating in weekly STEAM activities that connect to the story, deepen their understanding, and encourage them to think like problem-solvers. Our water filtration lesson gave students the opportunity to explore how water can be cleaned, make real-world connections, and apply what they are learning through hands-on experiences.
We are so thankful for community partners like Louisville Water Company and Mrs. Rhonda who take the time to invest in our students and help us create meaningful learning experiences beyond the pages of a book!
Thank you for being a part of our learning community!
Kona Ice is coming this Friday! Please pre-order your child’s treat before Friday. All orders must be placed in advance; no cash will be accepted at school.
Have a great weekend, OMES families! Next week students will be back for all 5 days and we will top it off with a Kona Day on Friday!
https://youtube.com/shorts/2XlZKmhh2D8?si=0hy5Wndmwk8ej88h
Thank you to 7Brew for the delicious drinks this week! It was very much appreciated!
Congratulations to Mrs. Kaylee Compton, Old Mill Elementary’s Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. Compton’s impact reaches well beyond the STEAM classroom. From giving our Koalas hands-on opportunities to create and solve problems to working behind the scenes on our family nights, she helps bring to life the experiences our students will remember long after they leave Old Mill. She’s the teammate who jumps in, shares ideas, and helps turn a “What if we tried this?” into something our whole school can be part of.
Mrs. Compton, thank you for all the ways you show up for our students and our Old Mill community. We’re so proud to celebrate you! 🐨💙
Mrs. Compton’s impact reaches well beyond the STEAM classroom. From giving our Koalas hands-on opportunities to create and solve problems to working behind the scenes on our family nights, she helps bring to life the experiences our students will remember long after they leave Old Mill. She’s the teammate who jumps in, shares ideas, and helps turn a “What if we tried this?” into something our whole school can be part of.
Mrs. Compton, thank you for all the ways you show up for our students and our Old Mill community. We’re so proud to celebrate you! 🐨💙
Congratulations to our Safe Schools Week and Red Ribbon Week winners! They’ll advance to the district competition and proudly represent Old Mill Elementary. We’re proud of their hard work and creativity. Good luck!
Skate Night is tomorrow! We hope to see you all there!
Big congratulations to our very own Mrs. Reibert!
We are SO proud of our incredible instructional coach for being selected for the 2027 Kentucky Women in Education Leadership Cohort!
Following her induction in January, she will join Mrs. Joiner and Mrs. Thompson as part of this amazing network of women in educational leadership!
Old Mill is lucky to have her! 💙💛🐨
❤️ A little Red Ribbon Week rewind! ❤️
What a week of fun, smiles, and Koala pride! From our students to our staff, our Koala family came together to make it a week to remember! Here’s a peek at some of our favorite moments! 📸✨
Halloween at Old Mill is always something special!
Today was filled with laughter, creativity, and so much FUN! We are incredibly lucky to have a school filled with people who love what they do, love who they do it with, and never miss an opportunity to make memories together.
There truly is no place like Old Mill! 🐨
https://youtube.com/shorts/vE1S_gAJU7w?si=pWeoMo2v7Lzosw1Q
We had the best time celebrating with our kids this week with Red Ribbon festivities, Koalas of the Month and ending with our Quarter 1 Rally.
Have a great weekend! We will see everyone back on Wednesday!
https://youtube.com/shorts/u6cXcrs8gOg?feature=shared
🌟 Koalas of the Month: Respect! 🌟
Being respectful isn’t just about good manners — it’s about listening, caring, and making choices that help others feel valued. These Koalas show respect by speaking kindly, working hard, following directions, and caring for our school community. They remind us every day that when we respect others, we all shine brighter! 🐨💙
Being respectful isn’t just about good manners — it’s about listening, caring, and making choices that help others feel valued. These Koalas show respect by speaking kindly, working hard, following directions, and caring for our school community. They remind us every day that when we respect others, we all shine brighter! 🐨💙
🇺🇸 FINAL REMINDER: OMES Veterans Day Celebration! 🇺🇸
Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit your forms is THIS FRIDAY, October 30th! We want to make sure we have the opportunity to recognize and honor the veterans who mean so much to our OMES families. ❤️🤍💙
Please take a moment to complete both forms before the deadline!
📸 Photo Submissions – Veterans Recognition Video
Help us honor the veterans in your life by sharing their photos for our special video tribute!
🔗 https://forms.gle/AfELFTzcGm5BkL4z6
📍 Program RSVP – In-Person Celebration
Join us on Wednesday, November 11th, at 10:00 AM at the OMES front flagpole as we come together to honor our veterans. Please let us know if you or a veteran in your family will be attending!
🔗 https://forms.gle/JNivxpyKviJf8gsy7
Thank you for helping us make this a meaningful celebration for the heroes who have served our country. We can't wait to honor them with our OMES family! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit your forms is THIS FRIDAY, October 30th! We want to make sure we have the opportunity to recognize and honor the veterans who mean so much to our OMES families. ❤️🤍💙
Please take a moment to complete both forms before the deadline!
📸 Photo Submissions – Veterans Recognition Video
Help us honor the veterans in your life by sharing their photos for our special video tribute!
🔗 https://forms.gle/AfELFTzcGm5BkL4z6
📍 Program RSVP – In-Person Celebration
Join us on Wednesday, November 11th, at 10:00 AM at the OMES front flagpole as we come together to honor our veterans. Please let us know if you or a veteran in your family will be attending!
🔗 https://forms.gle/JNivxpyKviJf8gsy7
Thank you for helping us make this a meaningful celebration for the heroes who have served our country. We can't wait to honor them with our OMES family! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙