Picture Day - Tuesday 9/23

Treat our Teachers - Friday 9/26 Drop-off

Calling all 4th and 5th grade families! Let's Treat our Teachers by stocking up the teacher's lounge. Sign up HERE. Drop off will be at Elm on September 26th from 8:15-9am. 

Save the Date - Fall Hike & Trail Clean-up - Sunday 10/12, 11-12pm

Homework Helpers

Principal's Corner

Rotary Run - Save the Date!

Please save the date for the annual Rotary Run- Hinsdale's Family Race! Sign up using this QR code.

Reporting your Child's Absence

New this year is the ability for families to report student absences directly in Skyward. We encourage families to report absences directly into Skyward Family Access to ensure timely and consistent communication to teachers and office staff.

Please follow the link below to learn more about this new feature:

Reporting Student Absences in Skyward Family Access 

Law Enforcement Drill Notification

Per the School Safety Drill Act covered under Illinois Statute (105 ILCS 12/20), this notification is being provided to parents and guardians of students attending Elm School. On 9/19/2025, Elm School will conduct a lockdown drill that will include school staff, students, and Burr Ridge law enforcement agency representative(s). During this drill, teachers will utilize the linked Google Slides to instruct students. 

We understand that some parents/guardians may want to opt out of this type of drill for their child. As the parent/guardian of a student attending Elm School, you have the option to exempt your child, for any reason, from the drill. If you choose to exempt your child from the drill, please notify Mrs. Miscimarra at 630-861-4001 or mmiscimarra@d181.org no later than 8:00 AM the morning of the drill.

Curriculum Night - Thank You!

Thank you so much for joining us at Curriculum Night! It was great to see so many of you in the building, connecting with our staff and getting a glimpse into what your children will be learning this year. We truly value your partnership and support—it makes a big difference.

We're excited for the school year ahead and all the growth, learning, and fun it will bring. As always, we’re here to support your child and your family every step of the way.

Attached you’ll find:

• Principal slides from Curriculum Night

• Slides from the Department of Learning, K-2, 3-5
  

• Slides from our amazing specials teachers

Superintendent Survey

The Board of Education of CCDS181 is pleased to announce its nationwide search for a Superintendent of Schools to succeed Dr. Hector Garcia following his retirement and eight-year tenure in June 2026. To build upon D181's existing framework of achievement, your input is welcomed in the Superintendent search process. Please scan this QR code to take the survey by 11:59 PM on Tuesday September 9th.

Upcoming Author Visit - Erin Soderberg Downing

Join us for a very special evening for students in grades 3-8 and their families for a presentation and book signing by author Erin Soderberg Downing! Seating is limited and pre-registration is recommended - use the QR code to sign up!

Room Parent Application - Submit by Sunday 9/7

Room parents serve an integral role at Elm. They communicate important information to parents, serve as fall and winter party coordinators and photographers, and act as leaders to help foster a strong community. Each class has two room parents, and all room parents are required to be members of the PTO. If you are interested, please submit the Elm Room Parent Application by September 7th.

Bike Rodeo - Wednesday 9/10, 3pm

Hello 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade Parents! If your child would like to ride to school, he/she will need to participate in the Bike Rodeo after school on Wednesday, September 10th. Please visit the PTO website for more information and to sign up by September 7th.

Afterschool Enrichment Activities

Elm is excited to offer the following afterschool enrichment activities. Visit the PTO website for flyers and more information.

Monday: Spanish* (9/15-12/15, 3:00-4:00pm)

Monday: Girl Scouts for 1st and 2nd Graders (entire school year, 3:00-4:15pm)

Tuesday: Chess* (9/16-12/16, 3:05-4:05pm)

Wednesday: BAM Theatre* (10/1-12/10, 3:05-4:05pm)

Thursday: Golf* (9/18-12/18, 3:00-4:15pm)

Friday: Art* (9/19-12/5, 3:00-4:15pm) 

Weekdays: Before and After the Bell with The Community House

*Registration closes one week prior to the first session.