Students in grades 3–11 will begin Spring MAP Testing tomorrow, Monday, March 23, in Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Please help your child prepare by ensuring they get a good night’s rest, eat breakfast, and bring a fully charged Chromebook each day.
Students in kindergarten through 2nd grade will complete their Spring NWEA MAP testing during the final 14 days of the school year.
These assessments are important as they provide valuable information to help us make instructional decisions and better meet the needs of each student.
Students in kindergarten through 2nd grade will complete their Spring NWEA MAP testing during the final 14 days of the school year.
These assessments are important as they provide valuable information to help us make instructional decisions and better meet the needs of each student.

Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day



This month, staff across the district took part in a fun, culture-building scavenger hunt.
Congratulations to our winners: Mrs. Carrie Smith, Mrs. Chelsi Barrett, Ms. Melissa Ward, and Mrs. Sherri Caudell.



Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day




Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day




🦉 Don’t miss your chance to join the OCHS Varsity Cheer Squad! 🦉
📣 Co-Ed Tryouts for students entering 7th–12th grade next school year!
✨ Requirements:
• Attendance at Open Gym
• Participation in Gymnastics
We can’t wait to see everyone bring the OWLS spirit! 📣

The Class of 2026 online basket auction is coming to a close. This is a great opportunity to support our students while bidding on a variety of themed baskets.
For more information or to place a bid, please contact Lori Lewis, Serita McCoy, or Lesa Marcum.

Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day




Due to hazardous road conditions there will be no school in Owsley County on Tuesday, March 17th.

Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day





5th Grade student, Madelyn Havicus, exhibits leadership in the classroom, her teams and for younger students.

OCHS Gifted Student Spotlight of the Week!


Congratulations to our OCHS middle and high Math Pi Day Contest winners. Students received prizes for reciting the most digits of Pi., beyond 3.14. Middle School 3rd place-Issac McKelvey, 2nd Place-Bradey Byrd, and 1st place- Jinger Marshall with 118 digits! High School 3rd place-Noah Shouse, 2nd place-Katie Shipman, and 1st place-Irish Neace with 122 digits! Great job, Owls!


Congrats to these awesome mathematicians in 2nd grade!


Recognizing Those Who Lift Owsley Schools Higher Every Day




Ashton Adkins, 5th Grade student, demonstrates his leadership by leading OCES's moment of silence and Pledge every day.

Mrs. Hall's Biology students are working on projects to demonstrate their understanding of Cellular Respiration. "Student choice" was included for the project, giving students options such as writing/recording a rap song, a skit, or a story book using the lesson's vocabulary and key concepts.





Attention Owsley Seniors:
The Charles Dooley Memorial Scholarship will award two $500 scholarships to well-rounded, hard-working students active in their community.
For more information or an application, contact Mrs. Nancy Eversole.

Owsley County Schools would like to share important information regarding a recent change in Kentucky law that will impact promotion and retention decisions for kindergarten and first grade students.
Please take a moment to review the letter below. If you have questions or would like more information, we encourage you to attend the OCES Spring Open House during Parent-Teacher Conferences on April 9, where staff will be available to discuss this with families.

Gifted & Talented student, Camille Brewer, trains and competes with her dance team at Foundation Dance Academy.

