Order by Wednesday 1/21 12pm for Special Lunch on Thursday 1/29

The next Special Lunch (Potbelly) is on Thursday, January 29th. Orders must be placed by 12pm on Wednesday, January 21st. See ordering instructions HERE. 

VOLUNTEER AT LUNCH TIME! Join your child during their lunch hour on Special Lunch days! You will be monitoring your child's class while they are enjoying their lunch. This special time is only for PTO members so if you are not a paid member, you will be taken off the schedule. Sign up HERE. Only sign up for ONE date as any additional dates will be deleted. 
*As always, be sure to bring your photo ID for entry into the school.

Principal's Corner

Arrival and Dismissal Reminders

Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan each day. Students must have permission to walk home or to go home with another family or friend. If there is a change to your child’s dismissal plan during the school day, please notify the main office. Classroom teachers may not be able to check email consistently throughout the day.

For safety reasons, children should never be dropped off in the street. We have recently observed vehicles double-parking along 60th Street and allowing children to exit the car without adult supervision. In addition, parking in front of the fire hydrant near the school is illegal. To keep all students safe, please use the designated car line each day. Any time saved by unsafe drop-off practices is not worth the risk to our children.

Notification from Burr Ridge Police

Diaper Wipes Drive - Thank you for your generous support!

Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Thanks to your support, our school community donated a total of 139 packs of wipes — YAY! We are excited to share that these donations have been delivered to HCS this week, where they will be put to great use and make a meaningful difference. Your kindness and willingness to help truly reflect the caring spirit of our school. We are so proud of our families and grateful for your continued support.

District 181 Foundation - Young Writers 2026

Chick-fil-A Night - Monday 1/12, 4-7pm

Join us on Monday 1/12, 4-7pm at Chick-fil-A (Willowbrook) for a fundraising event to support our school. Come say hi to Mrs. Guzaldo, Mrs. Smrha, and Mrs. Madden! Invite friends and family to make it extra fun and don’t forget to bring cash to spin the wheel - $1 per spin for amazing prizes! **MUST MENTION ELM SCHOOL AT COUNTER OR DRIVE THROUGH**

Sign up for Origami Club

Origami club begins next week! This club is for students in 1st-3rd grade who are interested in making paper crafts using the ancient art of origami. The club will meet during lunch recess in the music room on Tuesdays from January 13th to February 24th. Please note there is a $5 fee to cover materials for this club. Sign up HERE. Please reach out to Ms. Miner (hminer@d181.org) with any questions.

Principal's Corner

Winter Well Wishes

On behalf of myself and the Elm School staff, we wish you and your family a restful, joyful, and safe holiday season. May this time bring moments of connection, celebration, and renewal. We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, January 5, 2026. Until then, enjoy the break, take good care, and know that we are grateful for your continued partnership and support.

Arrival and Dismissal Reminders

Please make sure your child knows their dismissal plan each day. Students must have permission to walk home or to go home with another family or friend. If there is a change to your child’s dismissal plan during the school day, please notify the main office. Classroom teachers may not be able to check email consistently throughout the day.

For safety reasons, children should never be dropped off in the street. We have recently observed vehicles double-parking along 60th Street and allowing children to exit the car without adult supervision. In addition, parking in front of the fire hydrant near the school is illegal. To keep all students safe, please use the designated car line each day. Any time saved by unsafe drop-off practices is not worth the risk to our children.

Spelling Bee

The Elm School Spelling Bee was held on Tuesday, December 16th. Third, Fourth and Fifth grade students were able to participate. Congratulations to Adamma Oguejiofor for winning the Elm School Spelling Bee! Second place was Jay Mishra. Both will represent Elm School at the District Spelling Bee in January. 

Notification from Burr Ridge Police

Order by Wednesday 1/7 12pm for Special Lunch on Thursday 1/15

The next Special Lunch (Culver's) is on Thursday, January 15th. Orders must be placed by 12pm on Wednesday, January 7th. See ordering instructions HERE. 

VOLUNTEER AT LUNCH TIME! Join your child during their lunch hour on Special Lunch days! You will be monitoring your child's class while they are enjoying their lunch. This special time is only for PTO members so if you are not a paid member, you will be taken off the schedule. Sign up HERE. Only sign up for ONE date as any additional dates will be deleted. 
*As always, be sure to bring your photo ID for entry into the school.

Third Grade Concert - Friday 2/13 at 2:15pm

This year, the third grade concert will be on Friday, February 13th at 2:15PM in the Elm School gymnasium. Doors open at 2:00PM. The concert will feature songs from around the world. (Third grade students should dress nicely for this event.) All are invited to attend! Please remember to bring your driver's license to check in.

Elm Staff Holiday Collection - Thank You!

Thank you so much for your generous contributions to the Elm School Staff GiftCrowd Holiday Collection. Your thoughtfulness and support truly meant a great deal. The teachers and staff were incredibly appreciative of the recognition and generosity shown by our families during the holiday season. Thank you again for your continued support of Elm School and for helping to show our amazing staff how much they are appreciated.