A few years a big renovation switched out fluorescent troffer lights with LED troffer lights. What is the school's energy saving per year? We are going to find out.



Congratulations to Jaylen Blankenship and Evan Paterson for being recognized by the Central Illinois Valley - @IllinoisPrincipalAssociation's Honors breakfast. These students, along with their proud parents, were recognized for outstanding leadership and character at our school. #TrojanWay


Marty the zebra was attacked! Can we establish probable cause by determining density of samples found at the crime scene to those found at the homes of various "persons of interest?"



Come out to our amazing facilities and support our Elmwood Trojans! We love having you at our events! Go to https://bit.ly/322events for the full link to our full Website Athletic Calendar. #TheTrojanWay

🎉 Elmwood Excellence Awards 2026 🎉
Today we proudly celebrated our 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who have achieved Honor Roll status for two consecutive semesters, a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.
A special thank you to Representative Travis Weaver for joining us and sharing an inspiring message. His encouragement to view challenges through a different perspective, along with his 5 keys to leadership in life, left a meaningful impact on our students as they continue to grow into future leaders.
These outstanding students truly exemplify The Trojan Way - demonstrating perseverance, character, and a commitment to being their best each day.
👏 Join us in congratulating our Elmwood Excellence Award recipients! Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and we are proud of all you have accomplished.
Today we proudly celebrated our 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who have achieved Honor Roll status for two consecutive semesters, a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.
A special thank you to Representative Travis Weaver for joining us and sharing an inspiring message. His encouragement to view challenges through a different perspective, along with his 5 keys to leadership in life, left a meaningful impact on our students as they continue to grow into future leaders.
These outstanding students truly exemplify The Trojan Way - demonstrating perseverance, character, and a commitment to being their best each day.
👏 Join us in congratulating our Elmwood Excellence Award recipients! Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and we are proud of all you have accomplished.


Elmwood High School students recently took learning beyond the classroom with a visit to the Peoria Riverfront Museum to experience the America 250 exhibit!
From exploring key moments in our nation’s history to engaging with interactive displays, students had the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-world perspectives. This hands-on experience sparked thoughtful conversations about our country’s past, present, and future.
A big thank you to the museum staff for an outstanding educational experience and to our students for representing Elmwood with pride! #TheTrojanWay #America250
From exploring key moments in our nation’s history to engaging with interactive displays, students had the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-world perspectives. This hands-on experience sparked thoughtful conversations about our country’s past, present, and future.
A big thank you to the museum staff for an outstanding educational experience and to our students for representing Elmwood with pride! #TheTrojanWay #America250






Fourth Grade has been fortunate to have two guest speakers in recent weeks. Thanks to Mr Holmes for teaching us about The Revolutionary War!




Fourth Grade has been fortunate to have two guest speakers in recent weeks! Thank you to Mr Jansky for wrapping up our Extreme Settings Module by teaching us survival skills and how to be prepared for the unexpected!



Ag Day Petting Zoo!! Thursday April 30th!! Come meet the animals and see farm equipment! #TheTrojanWay

Time is running out to purchase a yearbook! If you would like to reserve a copy of the 2026 yearbook, the last day is May 1st. To purchase, scan the QR code or bring payment to room 208.

Discovered in the late 1700's, Charles's Law states that the volume and temperature of a gas have a constant relationship. V/T of a hot gas must equal V/T of the same gas when it is cold, assuming pressure remains constant.



Celebrating Earth Day a day late with writing poetry out in nature.
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Dr. Tiffany Fracchia, Vanderbilt University Department of Anthropology, spoke to chemistry today about forensic anthropology. Specifically, she discussed her research focus, isotope analysis to identify missing persons, and 'the body farm' at the University of Tennessee. She is an absolute expert in her field and gave a fascinating talk.

Congratulations Coach Fugitt for winning the "Orange Jacket" at the first annual Trojan Open Putt Putt Staff Challenge. #TrojanWay

6D also had a great time celebrating Ancient Greece and Rome with our togas and a feast!




🟠⚫ Level Up Your Attendance⚫🟠
Elmwood Junior High & High School are excited to kick off our Attendance Program, proudly sponsored by Elmwood’s Farmer’s State Bank!
Students will earn tickets each month they meet attendance goals in February, March, and April. Then, in May, one winner will be selected for each qualifying prize! 🎟️🏆
Showing up every day is the Trojan Way—commitment, responsibility, and pride in being part of something bigger. Thank you to Farmer’s State Bank for investing in our students and our school community!
🧡🖤 #TrojanWay
Elmwood Junior High & High School are excited to kick off our Attendance Program, proudly sponsored by Elmwood’s Farmer’s State Bank!
Students will earn tickets each month they meet attendance goals in February, March, and April. Then, in May, one winner will be selected for each qualifying prize! 🎟️🏆
Showing up every day is the Trojan Way—commitment, responsibility, and pride in being part of something bigger. Thank you to Farmer’s State Bank for investing in our students and our school community!
🧡🖤 #TrojanWay

Families - the "left and found" table has sprouted this spring. If your child seems to have just walked away from a hoodie, water bottle, computer mouse, have them visit the 'giving table' to retrieve what they left.

6W celebrates our Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece unit with a feast! We wear togas and eat grapes, pita, hummus, and olives. YUM!






Elmwood FFA attended the Section 5 Elections last night at Midland. Our members took part in officer training and were able to elect our own Gavin Strom as the Section 5 Secretary! Congratulations Gavin! #TheTrojanWay
We're Hiring! Join Our Amazing Team!
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young learners? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Elementary Physical Education Teacher to join our school family!
At Elmwood, we believe every child deserves to thrive. Help us create an inclusive, nurturing, and empowering classroom environment where all students can succeed! Come join a positive school culture with amazing staff and students.
📝 Apply now: https://www.elmwood322.com/page/employment
📢 Know someone who'd be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post!
#TheTrojanWay
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young learners? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Elementary Physical Education Teacher to join our school family!
At Elmwood, we believe every child deserves to thrive. Help us create an inclusive, nurturing, and empowering classroom environment where all students can succeed! Come join a positive school culture with amazing staff and students.
📝 Apply now: https://www.elmwood322.com/page/employment
📢 Know someone who'd be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post!
#TheTrojanWay

