The “Running is Elementary” program wrapped up its 2024 season with the main race at Elm Road Elementary School yesterday. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 4th and 5th grade students, both boys and girls, who competed in a 1-mile course that tested their endurance and speed.

The annual program, aimed at promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles among elementary school students, brought together participants from various schools in the area. 

Parents and teachers cheered from the sidelines as students dashed toward the finish line, each striving to put forth their best effort. The event not only highlighted the physical capabilities of the students but also emphasized the importance of physical education in the school curriculum.

The “Running is Elementary” program has been a key event in the community’s calendar for the last 15 years, fostering a sense of unity and encouraging children to adopt active lifestyles. Special thanks to the P-H-M Education Foundation for making it possible! 

4th Grade Girls

• Praire Vista 6:24
• Horizon 7:14
• Elm Road 7:15

4th Grade Boys

• Northpoint 6:08
• Meadow’s Edge 6:22
• Northpoint 6:50

5th Grade Girls

• Bittersweet 6:42
• Horizon 6:59
• Meadow’s Edge 7:03

5th Grade Boys

• Prairie Vista 6:07
• Mary Frank 6:11
• Horizon 6:12

In the halls of Northpoint Elementary School, a challenge was set: read 1 million minutes in the month of February. Students dove into books of all kinds, from fantasy to history.

As February drew to a close, the final count exceeded expectations, reaching an incredible 1,328,158 minutes!

To celebrate, the school hosted a Glow Party on March 28th, featuring a DJ, black lights, and neon glow sticks.

Amidst laughter and dancing, the students reveled in their accomplishment, knowing that with a passion for reading, anything is possible.

And so, Northpoint Elementary shone brightly, proving that when it comes to reaching goals, the power of a good book can light the way to success.

We are thrilled to announce that the P-H-M Education Foundation is providing funding for the 15th annual Running is Elementary program!

SAVE THE DATE!  The date is May 6 (Rain Date May 8).

All P-H-M 4th & 5th grade students are invited to participate.  Students will practice at their home schools with the culminating run at Elm Road Elementary School.

More details will follow so be on the lookout for communication regarding signups. 

Take a look at the video below to see how fun and exciting it is!

January 26th, 2024, marks the 100th day of the 2023-24 school year!

Our younger students marked the occassion by dressing up like 100 year olds with wigs, canes and more. 

Today is more than just a dress up day as teachers used the occassion to do academic lessons based on the number 100.

Take a look at some pictures in the gallery below.