Who would possibly want to harm Perry the Platypus? Today chemistry students solve this 'murder note' crime using paper chromatography.
The whole team after a day of racing! Good experience for the future. The 4x800 races Saturday at 11 for a state medal
Ms. Little's daughter, Kirsten, came in to promote Jr. High Lego League. She discussed the Innovation Project and Coding. After that discussion, we discussed acting. This turned into a discussion about Improv. The kids had a great time! We have some future Trobots, actors, and actresses in 5th grade!
Congrats to the 4x800 of Schmidgall, Stage, Hill, and Forney on making finals!
The girls state track prelims are tomorrow! Congrats to our qualifiers!
4x800- Schmidgall, Stage, Hill, T Forney
4x100- A. Forney, C. Quiram, Begner, Howerton
4x400- Helms, C Quiram, L Quiram, Schmidgall
400- Helms
1600- Schmidgall, T Forney
Alternates-Babcock, Turner, Kelly
Next week the Elmwood Industrial Arts shop will be auctioning off our latest project. We had a Simplicity Lawn Tractor donated to us last fall and we spent all school year cleaning, replacing parts and tuning it up. Now it is ready to sell! Click the link below to access more information.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lhswgYhu5_V24Naj3YNQMpmA_rqcIXf1rq07a67pQnE/edit?tab=t.0
After learning About Bison, First Grade took a trip to City Hall to meet Elmwood's very own Buddy the Bison. Thanks to Amy Davis and Kenny Blum for talking to us about Billy's designs!
6th grade had their Greek and Riman Feast today! It is a great way to celebrate the end of our studies of Ancient Civilizations. Thank you Parents' Club for supporting this activity each year! #TheTrojanWay
The girls are off to state!!
Last Friday, 5th grade enjoyed a field trip to the ISU Planetarium and had lunch at Anderson Park.
Ms. Little's class took advantage of the nice weather last week and had a paper airplane contest!
Congratulations to Mrs. Stewart, our JH/HS staff award recipient for May. She has taken on a leadership role in junior high school while continuing our tradition of excellence. Mrs. Stewart is a role model and mentor, caring and positive, and has the patience to work with JH students. We all appreciate her demonstration of the characteristics of #TheTrojanWay.
6D performed read aloud plays from Scholastic Scope based on Greek mythology. Some chose the story of Medusa, others, the story of Midas, and the last group chose Odysseus and the cyclops. This was a fun way to end the year after our study of The Odyssey. #TheTrojanWay
English II students engaged in a competitive round of 'Raise the Stakes' in class today. This is a fun end of the year "game" with critical thinking, decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving—skills that are essential in academic and real-world contexts. *pictured is the two highest stakeholders*
Elmwood FFA & Ag Department working on Pedal Pull shirt for the Fall Fest in September! Thank you to everyone who donated to make these free for the kids taking part!
It may be raining outside, but inside our school auditorium, it's always sunny with a 100% chance of applause! Tonight, Karilyn Orr, from The Illinois Attorney General’s Office, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, delivers training to parents/guardians that provide valuable information on how to stay safe and help children avoid online risks. All parents/guardians from any local schools are welcome to attend. The presentation will begin at 6:00 and last approximately 1 hour. #TheTrojanWay
Trojans Football is honored to have been asked once again to assist with the Ruck 22 "John Pettit Memorial Walk."
Trojans Football - this 'captain's practice' will start at Central Park in Elmwood at 7:30am (arrive by 7:15am) as we give the participants a great send off. Then, a workout on the game field while some of us man the school's water station and restrooms for the participants. Donuts will be provided!
Go Trojans!
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Congratulations 8th-graders, you are now members of the Freshman class. Enjoy your summer vacation and be ready to start your EHS journey towards May 2029! #TheTrojanWay
If you were unable to attend events this past year school year, please click on the link bellow. You will be able to watch our 8th Grade Promotion, several Band and Chorus Concerts and our 2025 High School Graduation.
Elmwood YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBUHOXiZRB7eBWX8XWwJOQ
Elmwood Girls Basketball Camp
Incoming 1st through 8th graders
Camp will include games, instruction, & skills competitions
