John Mills News Articles

Mills Moments front page

The May 19, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The May 5, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The April 21, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Safety Update title page

Check inside for highlights of Dr. Gauthier's April 19th presentation to the Board of Education on changes and enhancements to the District's school safety practices.

EPHS girls volleyball players in action

Registration is now open for 2023 summer athletic camps at EPHS. Regardless of age, sport or skill level, there's a summer camp for just about any student athlete!

Mills Moments front page

The April 7, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The March 24, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The March 10, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The Feb. 24, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Mills Moments front page

The Feb. 10, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

District logo

All of our schools are represented among the winners of this year's ISBE Those Who Excel Awards! We are proud of all you do for our students and their families!

John Mills 5th grader Margaux Malalis competes in the 2023 District Spelling Bee

This year's Spelling Bee featured 23 students drawn from grades 4-8, including John Mills 5th grader Margaux Malalis (pictured) and winner Kate Kondela from Elm.

Chalkboard with dates of Winter 2023 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Feb. 15 & 16

Parent-teacher conferences will be held in person at all District 401 schools on Feb. 15 and 16. Sign ups will remain open until noon Feb. 14 via PowerSchool.

Construction update logo

The Jan. 27, 2023, issue of our school newsletter, Mills Moments, is now available with the latest need-to-know info for the Trojan community. Enjoy — and go Trojans!

Sam LaBarbera and sons Joe and Sammy

1990 EPHS graduate Sam LaBarbera was MVP on two Tiger golf teams, and he passed along his love of the sport to his sons, Joe and Sammy, the latest stars of EPHS golf.

Buildings & Grounds Director Michael Scheidt

Meet Michael Scheidt, a 1992 EPHS graduate and District 401's new Buildings & Grounds chief. He succeeds Joseph Sierra, who served from July 2018 to November 2022.

Chalkboard with dates of Fall 2022 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Nov. 2 & 3

Fall 2022 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held in person at all District 401 schools on Wednesday, Nov. 2, and Thursday, Nov. 3. Sign up now online via PowerSchool.

Back to School graphic

The first day of classes is fast approaching on Wednesday, Aug. 31. Here are a few resources and reminders to help prepare for a successful start to the new school year!

Construction update logo

Please enjoy the fourth issue of District 401's monthly newsletter updating the progress of our John Mills and Elmwood elementary school construction projects.

Construction update logo

Please enjoy the third issue of District 401's monthly newsletter updating the progress of our John Mills and Elmwood elementary school construction projects.

Construction update logo

Please enjoy the second issue of District 401's monthly newsletter updating the progress of our John Mills and Elmwood elementary school construction projects.

John Mills administration participate in May 17 groundbreaking

John Mills Elementary School and the District 401 community took another major step toward a brighter future with its groundbreaking ceremony on May 17.

Construction update logo

Welcome to the first issue of District 401's monthly newsletter updating the progress of our John Mills and Elmwood elementary school construction projects.

West40 logo

Each year West40, a nonprofit educational service center for western Cook County, honors select area students with the SCOTY Award. Here are this year's D401 winners!

Asbestos Abatement with school logos

When spring break begins on March 28, so will asbestos abatement projects at both District 401 elementary schools. Check inside for details and notifications.