Mills Moments

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,

Mr. Frank Kuzniewski and Ms. Natalia Gomez

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

Students will meet their homeroom teachers outside, weather permitting. Homeroom teachers will be gathered by grade level and holding their last name on a sign for easier identification. More information will be forthcoming prior to the first day of school on entry and exit doors. Please bear with us as we finalize the logistics and coordinate with our construction project.

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

Staff Updates and Introductions

Ms. Dina Koutroumanes- Main Office Clerk

Ms. Leslie Laureano- PreK Office Clerk

Mr. Shane Dziadosz- Physical Education

Ms. Janet Geary- Kindergarten teacher

Mr. Louis Ingratta- STEAM / Technology

Ms. Natalie Shamie- Student Support Specialist

Mr. Joe Koletsos- Special Services Coordinator

Mrs. Stephanie Daly, Director for Student Services

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.

School pride is the heart of our school. We are proud to know our school song and wear maroon and gold on Fridays to highlight our #Trojan Pride. School spirit is celebrted as a way to bring the John Mills School community together, emphasizing the importance of belonging to something bigger than ourselves. We encourage everyone, parents and students alike, to participate in School Spirit Fridays by wearing maroon and gold. Be proud of the school you represent. If you are in need of spirit wear, click here for official school merchandise.

Every student will be exposed to the school song. It's never too early to start learning and be ready to sing it with classmates as the new school year commences. The words are provided here and the accompanying music is found by clicking on the button "School Song".

Onward, Trojans!

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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:

BASEC Tuition Rates

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View all of our upcoming district events by visiting our district calendar