Mills Moments
Friday, August 12, 2022
Trojan Families,
Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year! We are extremely excited about the start of a new school year and the endless opportunities that await. John Mills Elementary School is fortunate to have dedicated, knowledgeable, and nurturing staff who are ready to educate students and serve families. We look forward to a productive and purposeful year of academic and social/emotional growth for all of our students.
Collectively, we understand the work we do every day is rooted in the John Mills School mission statement which encourages a partnership between home and school, promoting self esteem, academic success, social responsibility, and providing a learning environment that is caring, engaging, and challenging. We know now more than ever that our students need a learning space where they feel safe and supported. Together, we are building a brighter future to ensure we achieve our mission and meet all of our students' needs.
In preparation for the new school year, we have provided some important “need to know” information. Our Mills Moments is shared with our families via email every two weeks. If your email address or phone number ever change, please notify the main office.
Onward Trojans!
With Trojan Pride,
Email: millsinfo@epcusd401.org
Website: https://www.epcusd401.org/mills
Location: 2824 North 76th Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL, USA
Phone: 708-452-3560
Twitter: @jm401_trojans
Full day of school is August 31st!
Supply Drop off for PreK, Kindergarten, and First Grade
Students entering PreK, Kindergarten, and First Grade are invited to our annual Supply Drop Off on Tuesday, August 30 from 2:00-3:00pm at Door 1. If you can't make it, you can bring supplies with you on the first day. Please note, that parents are not permitted in the building to assist students on the first day of school with supplies.
Monday Early Release Hours for John Mills Students in K - 5
- 8:20am- Students may enter
- 8:20-8:35am- Breakfast is available
- 8:35am- Teachers bring students into the classrooms
- 8:40am- Learning begins
- 2:00pm- School day ends and students are dismissed
Tuesday-Friday Hours for John Mills Students in K - 5
- 8:20am- Students may enter
- 8:20-8:35am- Breakfast is available
- 8:35am- Teachers bring students into the classrooms
- 8:40am- Learning begins
- 3:00pm- School day ends and students are dismissed
Monday Early Release Hours for PreK
Morning Session: 8:35-10:25am
Afternoon Session: 11:35am-1:45pm
Tuesday-Friday Hours for PreK
Morning Session: 8:15-10:50am
Afternoon Session: 12:10-2:45pm
Interested in learning more about PreK in EPCUSD401?
Ms. Dina Koutroumanes- Main Office Clerk
Ms. Leslie Laureano- PreK Office Clerk
Mr. Shane Dziadosz- Physical Education
Mr. Louis Ingratta- STEAM / Technology
Ms. Natalie Shamie- Student Support Specialist
Mr. Joe Koletsos- Special Services Coordinator
Mrs. Stephanie Daly, Director for Student Services
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
For the past two years all schools had federal flexibilities during COVID so they could serve meals for free. The federal funding has expired so we will no longer serve all meals for free. This coming school year we will transition back to pre-pandemic meal programs with paid, free and reduced-prices options for students. Families can complete an application to determine if they qualify for free and reduced pricing options for meals.
Spirit Store
Onward, Trojans!
BASEC- Before and After School Extended Care
Daily Hours
- Before school: 7:00 a.m. to 8:35 a.m.
- After school: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Weekly Tuition Rates
For updated information about our weekly tuition rates, please see the pricing chart in the following document: