Spirit! Let's hear it! Go Big O!
Cross Country season is coming to a close soon and we've had a wonderful season.
Ready for the season to begin! #ocesowls
Congrats 6th Grade Lady Owls on your big 30-15 against Breathitt 7th Grade! Then they turned around and played the 8th grade. These girls keep getting better!
We've got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit, how 'bout you?
A new coat of paint for "The Palace".
Wrestler Marty Clay, stopped by to see students at lunch! They will have tickets for sale at the door or see a Lady Owl for ringside tickets to the show on October 17th.
We had a wonderful Heritage Day at OCHS on what has been a beautiful fall day! Special thanks to our FFA/Beta students and cheerleaders who assisted OCES students on hayrides, painted faces, decorated pumpkins, and led old timey games. Also, thanks to Shelbi Taylor, Alan Taylor, and our partners including the Smith family, Jen Amburgy, KyCL, the UK Extension Office, Tina Cornwell, FRYSC, Gear Up, and PRI.
Tuesday, October 8th! Wrestler Marty Clay will be in the OCES cafeteria at lunch selling student tickets to the show for $5. Meet an up and coming star in the business!
This week's incredible Owls are Mrs. Debbie McWhorter, Ms. Phyllis Barrett, Ms. Natasha Bowling, and Ms. Marley Caudell.
Pumpkin Patch Day at the OCHS Farm where head start and primary students (2nd-5th will come tomorrow) received a hayride/pumpkin, free books from KyCL, and played some old-timey games with OCHS students. Thanks to Mrs. Taylor/students/staff and to Mr. Alan Taylor who returned to drive the tractor.
Two in a row for Cross Country, after a strong showing in Lee last night, they traveled to Clay today. More results coming but Jack Darling took 5th in varsity. Kelton Smith took 1st in middle boys, Sophia Havicus got 3rd, Madi Miller 5th, Aaliegha Gibson 8th. In Elementary boys Mason Tolson 9th and for the girls Camille Brewer was 1st, Madelyn Havicus 3rd, Tori Smith 6th, Bella Smith 7th, Adilyn Cornett 11th, Ilya Bobrowski Hall 14th and Gracie Smith 15th giving our girls 1st place overall!
Mrs. Ward's class & the First Grade traveled to Robinson Center for Pumpkin Days. They enjoyed hay rides, pumpkin snacks and took home a pumpkin. 🎃
Mr. Lewis wowed the class with an exciting science experiment! He demonstrated different types of lab equipment and how to use them. The students were fully engaged, learning firsthand how science can be both fun and educational.
Mrs Lynch & Ms. Marley's class worked with Bloom Learn to practice CVC words for phonics today.
Today at OCMHS students enjoyed the Go Green BMX Show, promoting positive attitudes, being a role model and following your dreams. Thank you to our PRI School Coordinator, Amy Dooley, for organizing this event for our students.
4th Grade attended UK Science Day at Robinson Center. Thank you to Miss Carissa Miske for helping coordinate.
Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the hardworking custodians at Owsley County School District! These unsung heroes work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our classrooms, hallways, and common areas spotless, safe, and welcoming for students and staff alike.
From early mornings to late nights, they are the backbone of our school, ensuring a clean and healthy environment where learning can thrive.
This afternoon our teachers from across the district came together for a powerful Differentiation Training session provided by Pam Slone at KVEC that focused on enhancing classroom practices to meet the needs of ALL students.
We’re so proud of their dedication to growing as professionals and making a lasting impact on student success!
Here's what happening this week and next at OCMHS. More info is coming for our annual Heritage Day festivities next week October 7-8 and Fall Break is October 9-11. Eligible juniors and seniors will also be meeting with Letterman Jacket consultant on Thursday, 10/3.
