Important Dates

Wednesday 1/7 12pm - deadline to order Special Lunch for 1/15

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

Thursday 1/15 - Special Lunch (Culver's)

Monday 1/19 - NO SCHOOL (MLK Jr. Day)

Friday 1/23, 6-8pm - Elm Sons' Night Out: Bowling Night

Friday 2/6, 9-10am - PTO Meeting

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

Friday 2/13, 6-8pm - Elm Daughters' Night Out: Galentine's Day Party

Monday 2/16 - NO SCHOOL (Presidents' Day)

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.

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**

Elm Sons' Night Out - Friday 1/23, 6-8pm - Tickets on Sale!

The Family Fun Committee is thrilled to invite you to our annual Sons' Night Out - a fun-filled evening of bowling, food, and quality time together!
Date & Time: Friday, January 23, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Suburbanite Bowl, 201 W. Ogden Ave, Westmont, IL
Tickets: $20 per son + father (or favorite bowling buddy), $10 for each additional child or adult
What’s Included: Two hours of bowling, Shoe rental, Pizza and refreshments

Purchase tickets HERE. Prepayment is strongly encouraged and is the only way to guarantee a spot. Day-of pricing will be $30 per pair, pending availability. We can’t wait to see you there for a night of strikes, spares, and great memories! 🎳

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.

Special Lunch Ordering for Winter/Spring Now Open

Special Lunch ordering for the remainder of the school year is now open!

Dates and restaurants: