Join us in supporting District 202 students and staff.
Purchase tickets or become a sponsor today to make a lasting impact through the Plainfield School District 202 Foundation for Excellence.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.d202foundation.org/o/dffe/page/events
Due to predicted frigid temperatures tomorrow, we will have an E-Learning day, Monday, January 26, 2026. Students should NOT report to school.
We will have an E-Learning Day tomorrow, Friday, January 23, 2026, due to predicted frigid temperatures, particularly during school arrival times. Students will need their laptops to log into Google Classroom from home tomorrow. All other activities at our schools on Friday are also canceled.
🗞Check it out! 🗞
District 202 was highlighted in the January Illinois State Board of Education ConneCTEd newsletter for our partnership with the Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce. This collaboration gives District 202 students real-world learning experiences and career connections through the INCubator program preparing them for success beyond the classroom.
✨Want to know more about the INCubator program?✨
Visit, https://sites.google.com/psd202.org/incubator202/home
#202proud INCubatoredu by Uncharted Learning, NFP
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
🎶❄️ Frosty fun at the District Office ❄️🎶
Watch as Bonnie McBeth Learning Center preschoolers bring smiles and holiday cheer to the District Office while singing “Frosty the Snowman” in their holiday best.
Their sweet voices and joyful spirit make the season feel extra magical. Thank you for spreading holiday cheer!
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/wBFJ-qeSsTY?si=iSnwWsiuVYPNEKYv🎄✨
The band wowed crowds in front of the iconic Cinderella Castle during the Disney Thanksgiving Day Parade of Bands, performing Disney favorites like “Mickey Mouse March” and a “Disney Celebration” medley. Meanwhile, the choir added their voices to the first Candlelight Processional of the season at EPCOT, joining a full orchestra and mass choir in a stunning holiday tradition.
Between performances, students explored all four Disney parks, made unforgettable memories, and shared their PEHS school spirit every step of the way.
Bonnie McBeth Learning Center preschoolers at Ridge Elementary School had their very own Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 20 and 21.
Young marchers, big smiles, and plenty of cheer, our little stars marched their hearts out around the school, spreading holiday joy to everyone along the route.
If you missed the Plainfield North High School boys cross country state champions on WJOL this morning, you can still catch the full interview. Great job!
Replay available here: https://post.futurimedia.com/wjolam/playlist/listen-5018.html
Happy Veterans Day.
#202proud #VeteransDay
Happy National School Psychology Week!
This week, we celebrate our 20 incredible District 202 school psychologists who make a difference every day in the lives of our students. 💙
From supporting mental health and emotional well-being to fostering safe, inclusive learning environments, our school psychologists help students grow, learn, and thrive. 🌟
Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and dedication to helping every student reach their full potential!
#202proud
Members of the Bengal Athletic Leadership Council (BALC) led the walk, playing upbeat music, handing out green ribbons, the international symbol of mental health awareness, and sharing key facts about mental health.
Among the student leaders was PEHS senior Annabelle Batinick, a member of BALC. “The mental health walk is important to me because it raises awareness about mental health issues and shows support for people who are struggling,” Batinick said. “It also fosters a sense of community and encourages open conversations about mental health.”
Students rounded out the event by writing uplifting messages and sharing resources to spread positivity and support.
Join us on Friday, November 8 for a fun night of hockey & the opportunity to support District 202 students and teachers!
✔️ A portion of ticket sales goes to the Plainfield School District Foundation for Excellence, which funds scholarships, teacher grants, and special programs.
✔️ Every ticket purchased through this offer includes a FREE Chicago Wolves hat!
✔️ Special game-night fun: AEW Night, Adopt-A-Dog Night, and post-game skate on the ice!
🎟️ Order tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/district202familynight
⏰ Deadline: Friday, November 7 at Noon
Don’t miss this exciting night of community, hockey, and giving back!
District 202 Care Closet hosting donation drive October 1
The District 202 Care Closet is collecting clothing donations from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on October 1, 2025, at three schools.
The Care Closet offers clothing and other essential items to district families in need.
Donations can be dropped off at:
Plainfield Academy, Door C, 23930 W. Lockport St.
Plainfield East High School, main door, 12001 Naperville Road
Plainfield South High School, main door, 7800 Caton Farm Road
Needed items, youth to adult sizes:
-Snow pants
-Gym shoes
-Winter boots (all sizes)
-New undergarments
-Winter coats
Donations are also accepted at any time on the Plainfield Care Closet Amazon Wish List.
Please visit: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGzJTilGhg/MM9kwDERvVY3PI-WyE0IEA/view?utm_content=DAGzJTilGhg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h8dbb84b653
This year’s theme, “Literary Legends – Celebrating Famous Characters from the Last 100 Years,” honored the Plainfield Area Public Library’s centennial. Leading the parade was Grand Marshal Mindy Jackson, the library’s School Services Librarian, who has spent decades inspiring a love of reading in District 202 students. 📚✨
A wonderful tradition for decades, the parade once again showcased the energy, talent, and pride of our schools and community.
Pankau was one of 22 District 202 educators awarded a 2025 Professional Development Grant from the Plainfield School District 202 Foundation for Excellence.
Pankau used her grant to attend the Art Educators Forum at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Georgia. While there, she participated in hands-on workshops led by SCAD professors, explored the historic downtown and campus museum, and even stayed in the dorms.
“It was such a great experience that pushed me out of my comfort zone and refreshed my perspective as an art educator,” Pankau said. “I was able to connect and collaborate with peers from across the country and around the world, including Jamaica, China, and England.”
Pankau said she is grateful for the opportunity and excited to bring new ideas back to her classroom.
Enjoy your holiday! District offices and schools are closed today. #202proud
