Join us Feb. 26 and March 9 for a Referendum Information Night & Building Tour of John Mills and Elmwood schools, respectively. Click below for details.

Come out to EPHS 6-8 p.m. March 12 to see the innovative work of some of District 401's best and brightest! 

Please click the button below to view the Phase 4 informational presentation regarding the consensus plan for the potential referendum.

The new "Parkside Chat" is an update on the Operation Genius event that will occur on March 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the EPHS gym.

Twenty-two students from John Mills and Elmwood put their spelling skills to the test in this year's contest.

Congrats to our seniors who have been named Illinois State Scholars, one of the state's top academic honors!

District 401's first-ever Special Olympics team displayed plenty of hoops skills in its recent debut.

The 2019 EPHS Fall Musical, "Once on This Island," wowed audiences for three shows. Click below for photos.

With new courses such as Photography already in place and more opportunities on the way, District 401 is ready to unveil its College & Career Pathways program.

The 2020-21 guide to our new College & Career Pathways program is now available. Click below to learn about the new opportunities for our students in grades 6-12!

In the new "Superintendent Spotlight," Dr. Wade provides a detailed update on a potential referendum for D401.

All of District 401's eligible schools have been designated "Commendable" in the new Illinois Report Cards. In his letter to the community, Dr. Wade provides context.

In his recent community letter, Dr. Wade explains how to stay informed about weather-related school closings.

"Once on This Island" was a huge hit! Take a look back with this Q&A featuring Director Noah Pligge.

The IHSA has recognized the Elmwood Park varsity football team for outstanding sportsmanship.

Ms. Elena Bartolomei was among the D401 educators and staff honored by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Buildings & Grounds Director Joseph Sierra (at right) has earned two of the top certifications in his field.

Check inside for a slideshow and gallery documenting the progress on Phase 1 of Elm's expansion project.

Click below for Superintendent Dr. Nicolas Wade's 2019-20 welcome letter to the District 401 community.

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience as an educator, Frank Kuzniewski is ready to lead John Mills.

John Mills' new assistant principal, Alexandra Oreluk, brings a belief in continuous improvement to her job.  

More than 200 EPHS seniors said farewell to high school on May 19. Click below to revisit the big day!

Some 196 students graduated from Elm Middle School on May 22. Click below to visit our photo gallery.

Don't miss these new videos that chronicle District 401's innovative use of the latest digital learning tools.

Dr. Nicolas Wade recently delivered the second annual State of the District. Click below for the presentation. 

Teacher Hilary Coia and students Bo and Luis will be part of D401's new transition program in 2019-20.

The Board of Education approves full-day kindergarten to start in August 2020. Click below for details.

The Board of Education outlines the steps for preparing a referendum on possible PK-2 & 3-5 grade centers. 

What are grade centers, and why move to them? Click below for answers to those questions and more.

What will the renovated and expanded Elm look like? Check inside for a glimpse of what's on the way!