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![First Grade Is Going On a Bear Hunt!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746630662/d181/grjq3ayrchdv44acwdzr/Screenshot2025-05-01at15211PM-SaraOlson.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746630662/d181/grjq3ayrchdv44acwdzr/Screenshot2025-05-01at15211PM-SaraOlson.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746630662/d181/grjq3ayrchdv44acwdzr/Screenshot2025-05-01at15211PM-SaraOlson.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746630662/d181/grjq3ayrchdv44acwdzr/Screenshot2025-05-01at15211PM-SaraOlson.png","width":1096}])
Elm's first graders wowed with their musical "Bear Hunt"! 🐻🎶 They skillfully played xylophones, ukulele, & piano. Congrats, Grade 1!
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Elm families celebrated Earth Week with a Harvester Park clean-up & bird feeder making! 🌎🌳🐦 Thanks to Burr Ridge Park District & D181 Foundation! 🙌
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Elm Choir 🎤 wowed at Fine Arts Night on April 17th! Talented students sang their hearts out & played kazoos. 🤩 Proud of their amazing performance! 🎉
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Elm's 3rd graders took us on a musical trip around the world! 🌎🎶 Their performance celebrated diverse cultures through song and dance. 💃🕺 Thanks to Ms. Bellinger and all who attended! 👏
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Elm's Science Fair: K-5 students showcased creative projects, sparking curiosity & innovation. Families & judges were impressed. Huge thanks to PTO for a successful event!
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3rd graders brought history to life with a Living Wax Museum! Students researched figures, dressed up, & shared their stories with families. A vibrant, educational event!
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Elm School spread kindness with a Kindness Challenge this week! ❤️ Students performed kind acts to create a kindness chain, fostering a more positive and inclusive school community.
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Elm School's first Multicultural Event was a huge success! 🎉 Over 250 people enjoyed cultural displays, performances, and food. Thank you to our PTO and everyone who participated!
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🏀 Huge thanks to our Elm PTO for funding two new basketball hoops for our playground! 🎉 They're also raising funds for more playground seating. Join us for the Spring Fundraiser on March 22nd to support their efforts!