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

Our latest "Parkside Chat" focuses on D401's new College & Career Pathways program for EPHS and Elm students.

Elm's newest alums celebrated as they moved on from middle school May 22. Congratulations, Cougars!

Led by valedictorian Kris Diallo (pictured), the Class of 2019 graduated from EPHS on May 19. Congrats to all!

Dr. Wade discusses the State of the District 2019 in the new issue of "Superintendent Spotlight."

Teacher Hilary Coia and current seniors Bo and Luis will be part of D401's new transition program next year.

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

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

Registration is under way for this year's EPHS summer athletic camps — 20 camps and 10 sports in all!

The EPHS production of "The Little Mermaid" was a hit! Click below for a Q&A with the director and producer.

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.

Out of more than 550 nominees, EPHS teacher Joshua Heinen is one of 32 Golden Apple finalists in Illinois!

Elmwood's Nico Di Naso (looking at camera) won this year's District Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all!

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

Elm Middle School will make its 1:1 transition on Jan. 7, a full semester sooner than originally planned.

Congrats to ILMEA All-State Chorus selectee Jackie Vargas (pictured with last year's honoree, Michael Matos)!

Local veterans, including Yvette Maldonado, received a warm welcome during their recent visit to Elmwood.

The Tigers had their best season in 33 years, finishing 8-3 and advancing to the second round of the IHSA playoffs.

"Clue: On Stage" was a hit with EPHS audiences! Visit our photo gallery for a look back at this year's fall play.

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

All of District 401's eligible schools have been designated "Commendable" in the new Illinois Report Cards.

Our STEMrangers Family Event about ocean life proved to be an eye-opening experience for many students!

The new concert season started off in impressive fashion with Kaleidoscope 2018. Check inside for photos!

This year's Homecoming Week had plenty of great events, including tug of war. Click below for a photo recap!

Ms. Jessica Iovinelli was among the District 401 educators honored by the Illinois State Board of Education. 

The District plans to renovate and expand Elm Middle School so 6th grade can be added by August 2020.

District 401 is here to provide the necessary resources and supports for academic success and social learning.

Freshmen were the first to receive and sign in to their Chromebooks as 1:1 computing got underway at EPHS.