Congratulations to Elmwood's Indians of the Month for January! These students serve as positive role models for their classmates and help create a caring and respectful school community. For January our focus word was “Resilient" Teachers nominated students who were able to adapt and overcome challenges in the classroom.
We’re proud of our students who rise to the challenge each month and model what it means to live out our PBIS expectations.
2 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Indian of the Month January
Lima has a new event for Kids!

The Light Bulb Lab at The HUB at 219 Central District will be hosting STEM activities for our Lima Area students. These activities will be based on the Career Pathways. They will be held on the second Saturday of each month.

February's Labs will feature the Health Sciences with a special focus on heart health for Valentine's Day!

There is no charge for participation!

Hope to see lots of your children at The Light Bulb Lab on Sat, February 14.

From Barb Duval- Allen County ESC
2 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Lightbulb Lab
Congratulations to the following 1st and 2nd grade students for getting all academic O's on their report card and receiving Elmwood's Award of Excellence for 2nd quarter!
2 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood  Award of Excellence 2nd Quarter
Kindergarten Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open!

Please use the following link to start the online enrollment process today!

https://www.limashawnee.com/o/shawnee-local/page/student-registration-forms
3 months ago, Meghan Hirn
2026-27 Kindergarten Enrollment is now open- call 419-998-8090 or email hirnm@limashawnee.com with questions.

Schedule reminder: No school for students, Tuesday, January 20th.

3 months ago, Leigh Ditto
NO SCHOOL January 20
The Allen County ESC is excited to be collaborating with Cornerstone of Hope, The United Way and Mercy Health St. Ritas to offer two upcoming FREE programs for families. The first is scheduled for January 15th and will focus on parenting children and teens with anxiety and/or depression. The second will be on March 19th and will focus on big emotions and behaviors. Both workshops are from 6pm - 8pm at Mercy Health's Graduate Education Center. A light meal will be provided. Please see the attached flyers for information on how to register. Please Contact Michelle King at Allen County ESC for any questions at: MICHELLE.KING@ALLENCOUNTYESC.ORG or 419.222.1836 EXT 114
4 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Anxiety and Depression Workshop-  January 15 from 6pm-8pm
Big Emotions Workshop - March 19th  6pm-8pm

Schedule reminder: No School December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026.

4 months ago, Leigh Ditto
Winter Recess

Elmwood Families : join us in celebrating the holidays with the following theme dress up days!

Monday - Pajama Day

Tuesday - Reindeer Day

Wednesday -Santa and Elves Day (1st grade Holiday Concert)

Thursday- Grinch Day

Friday- Holiday Party Day!

4 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood Holiday Spirit Week
Schedule reminder: Early dismissal Friday, December 19th.
4 months ago, Leigh Ditto
December Early Dismissal
Don't miss out on this exciting event! Get your tickets for morning with Santa using the following link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/breakfast-with-santa-57838/items
Volunteers can signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0844AEA82BA31-60219982-breakfast?useFullSite=true#/
4 months ago, Meghan Hirn
PTC Morning with Santa Saturday December 13th 10AM-2Pm at Maplewood
PTC Morning with Santa Saturday December 13th 10AM-2Pm at Maplewood

Congratulations to Elmwood's Indians of the Month for November! These students serve as positive role models for their classmates and help create a caring and respectful school community. For November our focus word was “Advocate.” Teachers were looking for students who advocated for themselves and their class. creating a positive environment in all of Elmwood.
We’re proud of our students who rise to the challenge each month and model what it means to live out our PBIS expectations.

4 months ago, Meghan Hirn
November Indian of the Month
Heart for the Holidays Community Event -- beginning Monday, December 1st!
4 months ago, Leigh Ditto
Heart for the Holidays Flyer
Elmwood is a Toys for Tots drop off location! Please drop new, unwrapped toys in the boxes at the main entrance and entrance to the gym. The toys will be picked up between Dec 8th and Dec 13th.
5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood is a Toys for Tots  drop off location. Toys will be picked up between Dec. 8th and Dec 13th. Toys can be dropped off by the main entrance or the gym entrance.
Schedule reminder: No school November 24 - 28.
5 months ago, Leigh Ditto
Thanksgiving Recess
Elmwood Families- Please remember that picture retake day is Wednesday, November 19th!
Students who would like a retake must bring their original portrait packet to the camera and return it to the photographer. New students or students who were absent during the original picture day will be photographed.

Please also see the below message from LifeTouch.

Dear Parents,

As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!

50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS
Valid through 12/01/25

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!

More about the Smilesafe program here.

Thank you!
5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Picture Retake day November 19th at Elmwood
Congratulations to the following 1st and 2nd grade students for getting all academic O's on their report card and receiving Elmwood's Award of Excellence for 1st quarter!
5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood Award of Excellence

PTC Breakfast with Santa on December 13th from 10am to 2pm.

5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Breakfast with Santa - Saturday December 13th from 10am to 2pm
Congratulations to Elmwood's Indians of the Month for October! These students serve as positive role models for their classmates and help create a caring and respectful school community. For October, our focus word was “Lead.” Teachers were looking for students who showed leadership by making responsible choices, setting a good example for others, and lending a helping hand when someone needed it.
We’re proud of our students who rise to the challenge each month and model what it means to live out our PBIS expectations.

5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood Indian of the Month Students for October

Order your football playoff spirit wear now!

https://shsfootballplayoff25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Store closes Tuesday, October 28 at 11:59! Pick up orders outside the athletic office Friday, October 31 from 5-6.

5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Elmwood will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week with the following themes!
Monday: “Be Strong, Be True, Be You”
Wear Red to show your support for a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.

Tuesday: “Be ‘Shawnee’ Strong”
Wear RED and BLACK or your favorite Shawnee spirit wear.

Wednesday: “Be True”
Wear clothes inside out to show what’s on the inside. Your character is what truly matters.

Thursday: “Be You” Costume Parade
There is no disguise for good character. Your true character is what matters, not what you wear. Wear an appropriate Halloween costume!
No weapons or masks.

Friday: No School
5 months ago, Meghan Hirn
Red Ribbon Week- October 27- 30  Monday: “Be Strong, Be True, Be You”  Make a powerful statement.   Wear Red to show your support for a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.    Tuesday: “Be ‘Shawnee’ Strong” We are stronger together.  Let’s team up and support our community.   Wear RED and BLACK or your favorite Shawnee spirit wear.    Wednesday:  “Be True” Be true to yourself and your friends by being kind and honest.   Wear clothes inside out to show what’s on the inside.  Your character is what truly matters.   Thursday: “Be You”  Costume Parade There is no disguise for good character.  Your true character is what matters, not what you wear. Wear an appropriate Halloween costume!  No weapons or masks.           Friday: No School