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The holiday spirit shined bright at Walt Disney Elementary School during this year’s beloved Page to the Stage celebration! Each year, this special event brings students’ creativity to life. One talented student from each grade (K–5) was selected to have their original story performed on stage during an all-school assembly. In preparation for the event, students were tasked with writing their own short stories. From ...

Saturday, March 7, 2026 9:15 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. Penn High School for P-H-M students K - 5th grade FREE! There is no cost for this event, but registration is required and limited. REGISTRATION: Opens January 16 - deadline is Friday, February 13, bit.ly/BooksandBots2026 Sponsored by the P-H-M Education Foundation, Young Authors’ Conference is an opportunity for P-H-M students in Kindergarten - 5th grade to ...

The Penn-Harris-Madison Education Foundation (PHMEF) continues its mission of supporting excellence in education by awarding $73,715.48 in classroom innovation grants for the 2025-2026 school year, marking one of the largest funding years in foundation history! And Walt Disney was fortunate to receive $5,064.50 in grant dollars! Each year, PHMEF’s Annual Grant Cycle provides teachers across the district with opportunities to bring creative, hands-on learning projects ...

Families packed the school last night for The Learning Spectacular, a night designed to celebrate reading, math, and hands-on learning through engaging, carnival-themed activities. In the Library, students enjoyed balloon creations and entered a free game giveaway. The Cafeteria offered a snack station and face painting, while the Engagement Lab featured a Book Walk that kept students moving and reading. In the hallway outside the ...

The Penn-Harris-Madison Board of School Trustees voted unanimously this morning to appoint Mrs. Jennifer (Jen) Smoker to fill the Penn Township Seat #1 vacancy created by the resignation of Matthew Chaffee in early October. A long-time resident and active community volunteer, Mrs. Smoker is a dedicated P-H-M parent of four children attending district schools. Her service and advocacy for students and staff have been felt ...