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It was a clean sweep for Northpoint at P-H-M’s at this year's Elementary Spell Bowl--with the 5th grade team earning a perfect score! Click here to see the photo gallery below. The annual event, held March 25th at Penn High School, is a competition between 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade student teams from all 11 elementary schools compete. The number of points between the placing ...

Principal Madelyn Beers welcomed the Board of School Trustees to Elm Road Elementary on Monday, March 24. Principal Beers and Asst. to the Principal Jenni McCarthy, with the help of WEGL News student "TV anchors," delivered all the news about the school's academics and activities, intentional practices and community building. Click here to view Principal Beers' presentation. The "Elm Road Jumpers" showed off their best ...

After nearly two decades leading the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation, Superintendent Dr. Jerry Thacker has announced his retirement, effective in July 2025. In a heartfelt letter sent this morning to P-H-M teachers, staff, students, and families Dr. Thacker shared his decision to step down after a remarkable 53-year career in education (click here to read the letter). “Dr. Thacker’s vision of excellence helped shape P-H-M into ...

March 14th, or 3-14, is known as Pi Day because the mathematical constant π (Pi) is 3.14. Pi is an important number in mathematics, used to calculate the circumference and area of circles. To celebrate this special math-themed day, our 5th-grade classes participated in engaging lessons and enjoyed a well-earned reward. In the morning, students explored the significance of Pi through hands-on math activities. They ...

Fifth-grade students at Elm Road Elementary transported their audience back in time with a performance of American Revolution: 1763-1789 on Thursday, February 13. Just days before Presidents' Day, the students took on the roles of historical figures and everyday colonists, bringing the birth of the United States to life through music, drama, and storytelling. The production highlighted key moments in American history, from the fiery ...

Every P-H-M 5th grader who will be attending a P-H-M middle school as an incoming 6th grader in the Fall 2024 has the opportunity to join an instrumental music class, which includes either band or orchestra. “Instrument Selection Night” is when students and families get to make their choice! Fifth graders at Elm Road, Meadow’s Edge, Madison, and Moran Elementary Schools will attend Grissom Middle ...

Fourth and fifth-grade students from Bittersweet, Elm Road, Mary Frank, Meadow's Edge, and Northpoint elementary schools recently enjoyed a musical demonstration by the Penn High School Symphonic Orchestra. This event offered the elementary students an exciting glimpse into what musical instruments may be in their future. The demonstration began with a slow, moving piece before transitioning into a showcase of individual instruments. Penn orchestra members ...

Elm Road Elementary celebrated a significant milestone today—the 90th day of school, marking the halfway point of the academic year. Dubbed "Halfway There Day" in honor of the Bon Jovi classic "Livin' on a Prayer," the event featured a special concert by Jason Sapen, a member of the band Blammo. Jason brought high energy to the celebration, performing hits like "Livin' on a Prayer," "Shake ...

Due to the absence of local, state, or national elections on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, all P-H-M schools will be in session on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. P-H-M will no longer have a Recess Day on this date. As a result, the last day of school for students will now be Thursday, June 5, 2025. This is one day earlier than previously scheduled. P-H-M Teachers ...

Elm Road students and staff came together for a joyful sing-a-long assembly to celebrate the holiday season. The event featured a selection of classic Christmas and holiday songs that had everyone singing along with cheer. Adding a fun twist, the students used kazoos to accompany their singing, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. A special highlight of the event was a performance by the Elm ...