The Colt Connection
The Colt Connection
February 20, 2026
Kelly Mill Family,
It may have been a three-day week, but somehow we packed in five days’ worth of learning, growing, and excitement! Our classrooms have been full of energy and great momentum. I’m always amazed by how much our students and staff accomplish together in a short time.
A few important reminders and celebrations:
Our yearbook deadline is March 13. This year has been filled with memories, milestones, and smiles, and the yearbook is such a special keepsake of this time at Kelly Mill. Be sure to order yours before the deadline!
We are looking forward to Daughter Date Night this weekend. These events are always so much fun. I can’t wait to see our families making memories together.
Please join me in cheering on our incredible Robotics Team as they compete in the state competition this weekend! Their dedication, teamwork, and perseverance have been inspiring, and we are so proud of the way they represent Kelly Mill.
Spring Parent Conferences are just around the corner, teachers will reach out directly to families if a conference is needed. Of course, you are always welcome to request a conference as well. Meetings may be held by phone, virtually, or in person. This time together is such an important opportunity to celebrate progress, reflect on growth, and partner for continued success.
And finally, our new podcast episode is live today! I hope you’ll take a few minutes to listen and stay connected to the great things happening in our school community.
Be sure to take time to rest, recharge, and relax with those you love!
Love,
Mrs. Moity
Important Dates:
February 21 PTO Daughter Date Night @ Lanier Tech - Spirit Night at Local Restaurants
February 24-25 Spirit Sticks on sale in cafe
February 26- March 6 Spring Book Fair
February 27 3rd Grade DLI Musical in Cafe
March 2-6 Scholastic Book Fair
March 6 Chick fil A Breakfast and Family Bingo Night
March 13 Yearbook Order Deadline and Online Learning Day - Spring Parent Conferences
March 27-28 Suessical the Musical
March 30 - April 3 Teacher Appreciation Week
Want to celebrate one of our amazing teachers/staff members? Use this link button below to give a shout-out! Your kind words go a long way in spreading gratitude, positivity and showing appreciation for the hard work our staff puts in every day.
Daughter Date Night is almost here! Still need tickets?? Purchase at the door for $42 per couple (party favors included with purchase at the door-- only while supplies last). Dress to impress and bring your date to Lanier Technical College on Saturday, February 21st from 6-9pm. 💃🕺 Desserts will be provide, so plan to enjoy a dinner date beforehand.
Join us for a special KME Spirit Night on February 21st for ALL students at one of these participating restaurants! Dad's and daughter's make it your pre-dance stop! Don't forget to mention Kelly Mill Elementary so they know to give back to our school! We are thankful for these amazing restaurants & hope to see our KME community out!
Get your KME Spirit Sticks during lunchtime in the KME cafe this coming Tuesday & Wednesday (February 24th and 25th). Cash only!
The Scholastic Spring Book Fair is coming to Kelly Mill Elementary!
Get ready for a week full of reading excitement! Our Fall Book Fair will be held Monday, March 2 through Friday, March 6, in the KME Multipurpose Room. Students love choosing their own books, and it inspires a lifelong love of reading. Plus, every purchase supports our school. Visit our Book Fair Homepage learn more and set up your student’s eWallet for easy, worry-free shopping.
Interested in volunteering? Volunteering at the Book Fair is one of the most fun and rewarding ways to help students become better readers. Click on the link below to sign up for a day/time:
March Chick-Fil-A Breakfast
Preorder a Chick-fil-a breakfast for some lucky students or staff for March! Order yours by Tuesday, March 3rd. Breakfast will be delivered to homerooms on Friday, March 6th. Available by preorder only.
Join us for family fun, food & prizes during KME’s Family Bingo Night on Friday, March 6th in the KME Cafe. Select from two sessions: Session 1 from 5-6pm (doors open at 4:30) and session 2 from 7-8pm (doors open at 6:30). Tickets are $10 for a 3 person bingo bundle or $25 for the 3 person bingo bundle + a large pizza & waters. Purchase additional bingo bundles for groups larger than 3. Get tickets below ⬇️
Do you enjoy making things beautiful or bringing a theme to life? WE NEED YOU on KME PTO’s Decoration Committee to help make KME beautiful for Teacher Appreciation Week coming up March 30th-April 3rd. Please fill out the Decoration Committee Interest Form if you’re willing to help us decorate our hallways. Don’t worry- you aren’t alone. There are opportunities to either lead in creating your vision OR simply be a willing helping hand. More information: https://forms.gle/5PRGCdQrfggq61cW7
Parent Night- April 15th 6pm
Do you have a rising kindergartener? Are you interested in learning more about the Dual Language Immersion Program at Kelly Mill? Join us at Kelly Mill on April 16th at 5:30pm. Please share this information with friends and family who might not recieve this newseltter!
Visit the website for more information!
https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/district-services/teaching-learning/academics/dual-language-immersion
Mark your calendars! We’ll soon celebrate our amazing 5th grade DLI students at the district DLI Celebration. We can’t wait to honor their hard work and bilingual growth!
Mark your calendars and save the dates for all the fun KME PTO events coming up this spring. Most tickets are available now on our website, but Fun with Son tickets sales open later. We hope to see you there! www.kellymillpto.com
Did you know you could “Rent the Rock” at the entrance of Kelly Mill? Sign up and pay for your rental here👇🏻
https://kellymillpto.com/renttherock
Stay connected! Please make sure you’re following KME PTO on our social media pages and stay in the know!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyMillElementryPTO
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellymillpto/
Did you know we have a podcast? If you didn't, you are missing out because we have 216 cities and 39 countries listening in. Check out the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and more to catch up on all our amazing student and staff content.
Apple Link:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kelly-mill-elementary-podcast/id1667320259
Spotify Link:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4zijX7W4e0Tc0z2nAFrwXw
Calling All 4th and 5th Grade Student Podcasters! Interested in podcasting? Talk with your teacher about creating your own and recording live in our KME studios! In addition, if you are interested in competing in the first ever Pod Jam Marathon on May 14th in Dalton, Ga please contact Mr. Robertson. More information can be found here: https://www.nationalpodcastproject.com/podjam-26
If your child is interested in playing football or cheering at Central Park next fall, you can register beginning February 1st.
www.forsythcentralfootball.com