Elm Road Elementary is excited to enhance its music program thanks to a grant awarded by the PHM Education Foundation (PHMEF). Jennifer Turnblom, Executive Director of PHMEF, visited the school to present a check for $1,655.84 to music teacher Cynthia Berryman for her “Drumming Up Creativity” project.

The grant will fund the purchase of 12 new “tubano” drums, which are designed to promote bilateral coordination and help students master complex rhythms using both hands. This hands-on approach to music will allow students to become composers, working with partners to create their own pieces. The program will also provide opportunities for students to showcase their compositions through performances within the school community.

This exciting addition to the music program highlights Elm Road Elementary’s commitment to fostering creativity and collaboration through the arts. Congratulations to Cynthia Berryman and Elm Road Elementary, and thank you to PHMEF for making this innovative project possible!

Kindergarten students gathered this morning to celebrate Thanksgiving with a feast! 

The menu featured classic comfort foods, including chicken noodle soup, mashed potatoes, cornbread, and mini pumpkin pies – providing the students with a delightful taste of Thanksgiving.

Adding a personal and creative touch, the students worked on festive decorations in preparation for the event. They crafted adorable turkey centerpieces that adorned the tables, creating a cheerful Thanksgiving atmosphere.

Each child also contributed to the table settings by designing placemats featuring turkeys made from their own handprints, a special keepsake that highlighted their creativity and enthusiasm.

The Thanksgiving Feast not only gave the students a chance to enjoy a delicious meal but also emphasized the importance of community, gratitude, and celebrating traditions together. 

We of course want to thank ALL of the parent volunteers who helped make this possible, Happy Thanksgiving!!!

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Elm Road Elementary School’s first grade students recently combined creativity with technology, bringing a “zoo” of their own to life using Sphero Robots. Inspired by the Potawatomi Zoo, the students designed and created a zoo map featuring habitats for their favorite animals.

The interactive experience didn’t stop there—the first graders then programmed Sphero Robots to navigate through the zoo, maneuvering around habitats, and stopping at each animal exhibit they designed.

This project allowed students to practice essential skills in problem-solving and collaboration, as they programmed their robots to follow paths and even “visit” the animals. Watching their programming in action as the robots moved across the zoo map gave students an exciting hands-on look into the world of robotics and coding!

This morning, students were greeted with a surge of energy and enthusiasm as members of the men’s and women’s volleyball teams from Bethel University participated in “High 5 Fridays.”

As students entered the school, the college athletes lined up to give high fives to everyone that wanted one, starting their day with smiles and excitement.

The positive interaction not only boosted the students’ spirits but also helped build a sense of community and teamwork. Elm Road is thankful for the athletes from Bethel University for taking the time to encourage students and spread positivity to kick off the school day!

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Thank you to EVERYONE who came to the 2024 Homecoming Parade and Football game. It was a terrific time not only for the Penn students, but also for the entire community.

The Parade, Expo, Fun Zone, Food Trucks and Fireworks were all bigger and better than ever.

After the game was over, the fans in attendance were treated to a fireworks show set to music!

There are three photo galleries below, one of the parade floats and participants, one of the parade spectators and one of the fun zone and expo. Take a look and we’ll see you in 2025!

Parade Floats

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Parade Spectators

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Fun Zone & Expo

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Registration for the Girls Basketball Youth League will take place at Penn High School on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Please enter Door “D”.

This league is designed for girls in grades 3rd – 8th who live within the P-H-M District Boundaries.

Visit the PDFs posted below for information on how to register, dates/times/locations and cost.

CLICK HERE for complete league registration information.

CLICK HERE for important dates. 

We are so excited to have everyone back at school, please view the photo gallery below to see some “First Day of School Smiles!” 

The “Running is Elementary” program wrapped up its 2024 season with the main race at Elm Road Elementary School yesterday. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 4th and 5th grade students, both boys and girls, who competed in a 1-mile course that tested their endurance and speed.

The annual program, aimed at promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles among elementary school students, brought together participants from various schools in the area. 

Parents and teachers cheered from the sidelines as students dashed toward the finish line, each striving to put forth their best effort. The event not only highlighted the physical capabilities of the students but also emphasized the importance of physical education in the school curriculum.

The “Running is Elementary” program has been a key event in the community’s calendar for the last 15 years, fostering a sense of unity and encouraging children to adopt active lifestyles. Special thanks to the P-H-M Education Foundation for making it possible! 

4th Grade Girls

• Praire Vista 6:24
• Horizon 7:14
• Elm Road 7:15

4th Grade Boys

• Northpoint 6:08
• Meadow’s Edge 6:22
• Northpoint 6:50

5th Grade Girls

• Bittersweet 6:42
• Horizon 6:59
• Meadow’s Edge 7:03

5th Grade Boys

• Prairie Vista 6:07
• Mary Frank 6:11
• Horizon 6:12

We are thrilled to announce that the P-H-M Education Foundation is providing funding for the 15th annual Running is Elementary program!

SAVE THE DATE!  The date is May 6 (Rain Date May 8).

All P-H-M 4th & 5th grade students are invited to participate.  Students will practice at their home schools with the culminating run at Elm Road Elementary School.

More details will follow so be on the lookout for communication regarding signups. 

Take a look at the video below to see how fun and exciting it is!