About Our School

Overland Elementary, constructed in 2019, is located in Northwest Rochester and serves approximately 490 students in Kindergarten to Fifth grade. Overland is a welcoming neighborhood school, striving to ensure that all students individual needs are known, met and celebrated. The mission of Overland Elementary is to Overland Owls inspire all to continuously learn and grow into our best selves in a safe and inclusive community.

Overland's name was chosen for its location; as the school is located near a wooded area where local owls reside. These owls inspired Oakley the Owl, Overland's mascot.  Overland opened to students from Harriet Bishop Elementary in the 2021-2022 school year. The 2022-2023 school year was the inaugural year for the Overland Owls.  

Students showing off their weekly prize

Developing Skills. To become better lifelong learners

Student riding his bike in the gym

Invest in the future. Our school works in many ways to better our community and our students.

Two Overland students with Principal Groehler smiling at the camera

Technology in the Classroom. Technology is integrated into our curriculum to help prepare our students for their future. As technology develops, so does our curriculum.

A teacher taking a selfie with her students

 Our mission is...To inspire, challenge, and empower all students.

Students working on their assignment at a table

Learning beyond the classroom. Overland offers learning opportunities inside and outside the classroom with sports, clubs, and fine arts opportunities.

Fifth grade students at the all city track meet

Encouraging students. Students open up to learn in and out of the classroom.

We hope you are all just as excited as we are to work together to offer encouragement and support for your child during this school year, and as a result see academic and social growth in your child.
We believe that a strong partnership between families and staff is essential to inspire, challenge and empower our students. We need your support to assist your child in attending school regularly and on time. We invite you to play an active role in your child’s education. Ask questions, come to events and show your child that school and learning are the keys to success!