📣 Did you hear the news?!
Our amazing school has hit our first BIG fundraising goal for the American Heart Association! ❤️
To celebrate, we’re having a HAT DAY tomorrow! Way to go, Koalas—we are so proud of your hard work and big hearts!
Let’s keep the momentum going as we continue spreading the word about heart-healthy choices and helping kids with special hearts. 💪❤️
Kid's Heart Challenge UPDATE! In just 2 days, 90 students have already joined our school’s team to help raise money for a great cause. Mrs. Dixon's 4th grade class is in the lead with raising the most so far. Mrs. Bader's kindergarten class and Mrs. Jump's 1st grade class are leading the way with the most students registered online. Way to go!
It's not too late to sign up to help us reach our school-wide goal of $5,000!
Visit our school page at http://www2.heart.org/goto/OldMill or download the AHA Schools app to join today.
It's not too late to sign up to help us reach our school-wide goal of $5,000!
Visit our school page at http://www2.heart.org/goto/OldMill or download the AHA Schools app to join today.
🎙️ Our next school podcast episode is LIVE on Spotify!
We’re sharing all the exciting things happening around our school—from clubs and sports to student celebrations and fun events. 🎉
🎧 Check it out, give it a listen, and don’t forget to follow our podcast so you never miss an episode! 💙🐨
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rqckqwRTvYl2WfD1DwEI5?si=qGuxnfeyQByDSPVORl1qCA
We’re sharing all the exciting things happening around our school—from clubs and sports to student celebrations and fun events. 🎉
🎧 Check it out, give it a listen, and don’t forget to follow our podcast so you never miss an episode! 💙🐨
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rqckqwRTvYl2WfD1DwEI5?si=qGuxnfeyQByDSPVORl1qCA
🌟 Student Spotlight: Brodee R. 🌟
Brodee R. is a wonderful example of what it means to be a Community Contributor. While our class was lining up to come inside from wellness, Brodee noticed another student struggling to collect playground materials. Even though he hadn’t been using that equipment, Brodee paused, stepped out of line, and ran back to help without being asked.
This small yet powerful moment showed true empathy and selflessness. Brodee recognized a need and took action to support someone else, simply because it was the right thing to do. We are so proud of him for modeling kindness, responsibility, and care for others.
Way to go, Brodee! 💙👏
Brodee R. is a wonderful example of what it means to be a Community Contributor. While our class was lining up to come inside from wellness, Brodee noticed another student struggling to collect playground materials. Even though he hadn’t been using that equipment, Brodee paused, stepped out of line, and ran back to help without being asked.
This small yet powerful moment showed true empathy and selflessness. Brodee recognized a need and took action to support someone else, simply because it was the right thing to do. We are so proud of him for modeling kindness, responsibility, and care for others.
Way to go, Brodee! 💙👏
Old Mill Elementary hosted our very first Spelling Bee last night, sponsored by our amazing PTO! 🐨💛💙
We are so proud of our classroom winners and the courage they showed competing at the school level. Standing up there took true bravery!
A huge congratulations to our champion, Emmary, who is advancing to the next round. We are cheering you on!
What an incredible kickoff at OMES yesterday! ❤️
This year’s Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing, and with help from our amazing Heart Heroes, students are discovering fun and meaningful ways to care for their hearts—through movement, kindness, rest, and asking for help when needed.
💪 Be part of the challenge!
🌐 Visit http://www2.heart.org/goto/OldMill
📲 Or download the AHA Schools app to join us.
Our school-wide goal is to raise $5,000 for the American Heart Association, and every student can help make a BIG difference! Students have until February 20th to raise money for this amazing cause.
💥 Don’t wait—sign up today!
✨ BONUS: Every student who signs up receives a FREE wristband just for joining the fun!
This year’s Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing, and with help from our amazing Heart Heroes, students are discovering fun and meaningful ways to care for their hearts—through movement, kindness, rest, and asking for help when needed.
💪 Be part of the challenge!
🌐 Visit http://www2.heart.org/goto/OldMill
📲 Or download the AHA Schools app to join us.
Our school-wide goal is to raise $5,000 for the American Heart Association, and every student can help make a BIG difference! Students have until February 20th to raise money for this amazing cause.
💥 Don’t wait—sign up today!
✨ BONUS: Every student who signs up receives a FREE wristband just for joining the fun!
✨ Tomorrow is a BIG day at Old Mill Elementary! ✨
We’re celebrating the 100th Day of School in style! Students can wear a 100th Day shirt or
💃 Dress to impress and strut their stuff down the runway in the morning!
And the excitement doesn’t stop there…
📚🐝 It’s our FIRST Spelling Bee tomorrow night!
💛 It’s going to be a GREAT day at Old Mill! 💛
🌟 Community Spotlight 🌟
We would like to send a huge thank you to the North Bullitt Allied Health Department and our BCPS Health Department for taking the time to visit Old Mill and speak with ALL of our students about the importance of dental hygiene!
Students learned how to properly brush their teeth, why daily dental care matters, and which foods help keep our teeth healthy (and which ones don’t!). This hands-on, engaging lesson gave our students practical knowledge they can use every day to build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
We are so grateful for our community partners who support the well-being of our students and help make learning meaningful and relevant. Thank you for investing in our Koalas and their bright, healthy smiles! 😁
We would like to send a huge thank you to the North Bullitt Allied Health Department and our BCPS Health Department for taking the time to visit Old Mill and speak with ALL of our students about the importance of dental hygiene!
Students learned how to properly brush their teeth, why daily dental care matters, and which foods help keep our teeth healthy (and which ones don’t!). This hands-on, engaging lesson gave our students practical knowledge they can use every day to build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
We are so grateful for our community partners who support the well-being of our students and help make learning meaningful and relevant. Thank you for investing in our Koalas and their bright, healthy smiles! 😁
Staff Shout-Out to Mr. Ezell 🎉
Mr. Ezell truly embodies our core value of Students Matter Most. He has created a classroom where students feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves—while also being held to high expectations. His intentional daily practices support students who need movement or learn in different ways, ensuring everyone can grow and succeed without losing who they are.
Beyond academics, Mr. Ezell has built a classroom community where students know they are loved and truly part of a family. His new class song is the perfect example—every single student is included and celebrated, whether they’re in his room all day or just part of it for a short time. The joy on the kids’ faces says it all.
Thank you, Mr. Ezell, for making school fun while continuously pushing students to be their very best. 💙🐨
Mr. Ezell truly embodies our core value of Students Matter Most. He has created a classroom where students feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves—while also being held to high expectations. His intentional daily practices support students who need movement or learn in different ways, ensuring everyone can grow and succeed without losing who they are.
Beyond academics, Mr. Ezell has built a classroom community where students know they are loved and truly part of a family. His new class song is the perfect example—every single student is included and celebrated, whether they’re in his room all day or just part of it for a short time. The joy on the kids’ faces says it all.
Thank you, Mr. Ezell, for making school fun while continuously pushing students to be their very best. 💙🐨
National School Counselors Week Spotlight – Mrs. Melcher
This week, we proudly celebrate Mrs. Melcher for National School Counselors Week! 💫
Mrs. Melcher is a constant source of support, compassion, and encouragement for our students, staff, and families. She builds meaningful relationships, advocates fiercely for every child, and creates a safe space where students feel seen, heard, and valued.
Her dedication to the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally makes a lasting impact on our school community every single day. We are so grateful for her heart, leadership, and the countless ways she helps our students grow and thrive.
Thank you, Mrs. Melcher, for all that you do! 💙✨
This week, we proudly celebrate Mrs. Melcher for National School Counselors Week! 💫
Mrs. Melcher is a constant source of support, compassion, and encouragement for our students, staff, and families. She builds meaningful relationships, advocates fiercely for every child, and creates a safe space where students feel seen, heard, and valued.
Her dedication to the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally makes a lasting impact on our school community every single day. We are so grateful for her heart, leadership, and the countless ways she helps our students grow and thrive.
Thank you, Mrs. Melcher, for all that you do! 💙✨
We’re so proud of our students for their hard work during NTI! 👏 While learning from home was a success, there’s nothing like being back together.
We can’t wait to see all of our faces in the building tomorrow!
Shout out to our AMAZING Archery Team!!! 🎯🐨
They placed 3rd in this weekend’s tournamentwhat an incredible accomplishment! We are so proud of all the hard work, focus, and teamwork that went into this win.
🎉 Special congratulations to Brynlee, who placed 3rd overall in All Elementary Girls—way to shine!
Koalas, you aimed high and hit the mark! 💚👏
We hope everyone is enjoying a cozy and creative start to the weekend. Today is Crayola Creativity Week – Day 6, and we can’t wait to see how our Koalas continue to imagine, design, and create! 🎨✨
You can submit your student’s creativity by dropping a picture in the comments or by using the Google Form. We love seeing their amazing work! And don’t forget—Mrs. Compton has a special surprise for students who participate through the weekend! #crayolacreativityweek.
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_7495Ht4/L3CPTDgPJfhBLWBRnyI3ow/view?utm_content=DAG_7495Ht4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=ha02cfe2249
You can submit your student’s creativity by dropping a picture in the comments or by using the Google Form. We love seeing their amazing work! And don’t forget—Mrs. Compton has a special surprise for students who participate through the weekend! #crayolacreativityweek.
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_7495Ht4/L3CPTDgPJfhBLWBRnyI3ow/view?utm_content=DAG_7495Ht4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=ha02cfe2249
The 100th day of school celebration will now be on February 4th! Students can participate in the fun by showing up in their "star" clothing or a traditional 100 day shirt! 🎉
🌟 Student Spotlight: Community Contributor 🌟
We are proud to recognize Demetri for being an outstanding Community Contributor in our classroom!
When Demetri notices a classmate needing help with spelling a word, he steps in without being asked to offer support. He patiently helps others sound out and spell words, showing kindness, leadership, and a true desire to see everyone succeed.
Demetri’s willingness to help others is one of the many ways our classroom remains a supportive space where all students can continue to grow and learn together. Thank you, Demetri, for making our classroom a better place every day! 👏📚
We are proud to recognize Demetri for being an outstanding Community Contributor in our classroom!
When Demetri notices a classmate needing help with spelling a word, he steps in without being asked to offer support. He patiently helps others sound out and spell words, showing kindness, leadership, and a true desire to see everyone succeed.
Demetri’s willingness to help others is one of the many ways our classroom remains a supportive space where all students can continue to grow and learn together. Thank you, Demetri, for making our classroom a better place every day! 👏📚
DON'T MISS OUT!
Make sure your child has a keepsake of their school year by ordering a copy today.
You can place your order by clicking the link below. The ordering period closes February 6th, so be sure to place your order before the deadline to guarantee your child receives a yearbook at the end of the year.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1069358/Old-Mill-Elementary-School/
Make sure your child has a keepsake of their school year by ordering a copy today.
You can place your order by clicking the link below. The ordering period closes February 6th, so be sure to place your order before the deadline to guarantee your child receives a yearbook at the end of the year.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1069358/Old-Mill-Elementary-School/
🏠 Day 2: Building Together! 🏗️
Even on an NTI day, our students are proving that every big plan starts with a dream! Today, we explored the Building Together theme inspired by the Builder Brothers.
🏗️ Architecture in Action: Students are sketching big plans and designing either a two-story dog house or a birdhouse, turning their ideas into detailed designs.
🧠 BCPS Graduate Profile – Innovative Problem Solver: Students are embracing mistakes, testing new ideas, and improving their designs—building creative confidence and perseverance along the way.
We are so proud of ALL the students who participated in today’s challenge and shared their creativity with us! Even though we’re apart, we are still building great things together. 🎨✨
#CrayolaCreativityWeek
Even on an NTI day, our students are proving that every big plan starts with a dream! Today, we explored the Building Together theme inspired by the Builder Brothers.
🏗️ Architecture in Action: Students are sketching big plans and designing either a two-story dog house or a birdhouse, turning their ideas into detailed designs.
🧠 BCPS Graduate Profile – Innovative Problem Solver: Students are embracing mistakes, testing new ideas, and improving their designs—building creative confidence and perseverance along the way.
We are so proud of ALL the students who participated in today’s challenge and shared their creativity with us! Even though we’re apart, we are still building great things together. 🎨✨
#CrayolaCreativityWeek
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Coleman 🌟
Mrs. Coleman is simply amazing! She consistently fosters a positive, welcoming learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. She leads with compassion, keeps her students engaged, and makes learning both meaningful and fun.
Mrs. Coleman also finds intentional ways to celebrate student growth each and every day, reminding her students that their effort and progress truly matter. Her work is a beautiful example of how Students Matter Most is lived out in our school community.
Mrs. Coleman is simply amazing! She consistently fosters a positive, welcoming learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. She leads with compassion, keeps her students engaged, and makes learning both meaningful and fun.
Mrs. Coleman also finds intentional ways to celebrate student growth each and every day, reminding her students that their effort and progress truly matter. Her work is a beautiful example of how Students Matter Most is lived out in our school community.
We can’t wait to see our students tomorrow! 💛 Tomorrow will be an NTI Day, allowing us to continue learning while keeping everyone safe at home. We’re sharing a glimpse of our NTI schedule below—families, please check classroom communication for specific times and links.
Yesterday, Kate stepped into the role of Principal of the Day and truly rose to the occasion! From providing thoughtful feedback to teachers, assisting with our schoolwide rally, and even joining our Young Athletes, she got a firsthand look at what it’s like to lead a school in action.
Kate showed incredible confidence, responsibility, and leadership—perfectly modeling the Graduate Profile competency of an Innovative Problem Solver as she navigated real-world responsibilities and supported our school community.
Way to lead, Principal Kate! 💛🐨
