As the first quarter of the 2025-2026 school year comes to a close, we're proud to share our Quarter in Focus. The flyer highlights academic progress, professional learning and teacher support, and the many ways our schools and community are working together for student success.


The Owsley County Lady Owls Volleyball team recognized five seniors tonight. We are proud of the hard work and dedication that these young ladies have exhibited for Owsley County High School. Seniors that were recognized tonight were Kaitlynn Caudell, Allie Smith, Kennedi Gilbert, Davin Hogan, and Haylee Wilkerson.









Happy Boss’s Day to Our Superintendent, Mr. Gary Cornett!
We are grateful for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to our schools, students, and staff. Your vision and support make a lasting impact, and we are fortunate to have you leading our district each day.

Jessalyn Noble brought her bearded dragon to 4th Grade Show & Tell. We learned about his habitat and how she takes care of him. Show & Tell is an award students can earn as an award based on testing.




Do you have a 4 year old through 2nd grader? This learning opportunity is for you! Our Partners at PRI and Waterford are offering this program to families in the Owsley County School District at no cost. Families commit to 15 minutes a day 5 days a week to use a computerized learning platform that will adapt to student needs. Computers and internet access are avalaible for those who qualify. Register through the link below or QR code on the flyer. Sign Ups end 10/31
https://www.waterford.org/upstart/?utm_source=pri&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=ky-early-learning
https://www.waterford.org/upstart/?utm_source=pri&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=ky-early-learning


🎃 Save the date to get your BOOgie on! 👻

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At tonight’s board meeting, Delaney Smith, Connor Patrick, Isac Lewis, and Jorge Perez were recognized for their KSA excellence. The board also approved and welcomed Irish Neace and Ian Moore as our new student data seam interns. Congratulations to these outstanding students on their achievements and opportunities!


Rory Mason and Erica Mason teamed up and had their design chosen for KYTC District 10 "Paint the Plow” project!
Students from JAG, art, and agriculture classes will work together to bring the idea to life. Watch for their finished design on a snowplow rolling through this winter!

📢 Red Ribbon Week is almost here!
Join us October 27–31 as we celebrate at OCES and OCMHS.
Check out the flyer for the daily festivities and show your support for making healthy, drug-free choices.
Join us October 27–31 as we celebrate at OCES and OCMHS.
Check out the flyer for the daily festivities and show your support for making healthy, drug-free choices.


October 22nd is designated Cancer Awareness Day at OCES. If you have a person you'd like to honor or remember on this day, please fill out this form for our Warrior wall, no matter the cancer type. Our Cancer Warrior wall will go up on October 21st and remain up until Thanksgiving break. This will remain open until Oct 19th. https://forms.gle/CXZsCS9w5zxN6AXk9

Students in Mr. Burns' classroom celebrated Fire Safety Day last week!








We’re excited to begin our Extended School Services (ESS). ESS allows students to work with certified teachers during the school day and after school to strengthen their skills and get extra support.
If your child is participating in ESS, they should have received a permission slip. Please reach out to Mrs. McCoy or Mrs. Bishop if you have any questions.
If your child is participating in ESS, they should have received a permission slip. Please reach out to Mrs. McCoy or Mrs. Bishop if you have any questions.


Congratulations to our OCES Owls on their home win against Lee tonight!




Join us Monday, October 13 at 6:00 PM in the OCES gym as our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade Owls take on the Lee County Bobcats!

🍁 Fall Break Family Fun in Owsley County! 🍁
Looking for something special to do together this fall break? Visit Three Brothers Pumpkin Patch right here in Owsley County! 🎃
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DUlEUeQ6fs_87JHcipmKRzSggqhlP6rc?usp=sharing

Congratulations to the OCES Lady Owls on their two wins tonight at Lee!









Sending a big thank you to the Booneville Owsley Co Fire Department for our Fire Safety Day presentation!









Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a safe and relaxing Fall Break! Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of the season. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday, October 14th.

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