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🌱 Patch AM: Staff Reductions, Increased Class Sizes Possible Amid D202 Budget Cuts

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Thursday May 21st Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • Plainfield D202 warns cuts may mean fewer staff, bigger classes
  • Plan ahead for Plainfield’s Memorial Day parade route and closures
  • Which Plainfield runners and jumpers are chasing medals at state?

Also on today's calendar: ✨OPEN HOUSE✨11am to 1pm and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Want to hear a joke about a broken pencil? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 65 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 66, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., with a high of 74 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Staff Reductions, Increased Class Sizes Possible Amid D202 Budget Cuts (patch.com) — Plainfield District 202 is warning families that ongoing state funding cuts could force staff reductions and larger class sizes as early as the 2026-27 school year. Officials say an annual $7 million loss tied to a tier reclassification, plus higher-than-expected salary and staffing costs, is driving tough budget decisions that may affect programs at Plainfield middle and high schools.    

• Plainfield Memorial Day Parade: See Start Time, Route, Road Closures (patch.com) — Plainfield residents can honor Memorial Day at the annual parade on May 25, starting 10:45 a.m. from Ira Jones Middle School and ending with a ceremony in Settlers' Park. The article details the parade route, temporary road closures, and where attendees can find general and accessible parking near Village Hall and surrounding streets.    

• Several area girls track and field athletes are hoping for success at state (shawlocal.com) — Plainfield Central, East, North, and South athletes are headed to the girls state track and field finals in Charleston this week, with multiple relays and individual qualifiers representing the village. The story spotlights standout sprinters, hurdlers, distance runners, and field competitors from Plainfield and neighboring schools aiming to reach the podium over three days of competition.    

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Seianna Lozano Wins Advanced Division State Title at USTA Northern Illinois Competition
    Joliet West’s Seianna Lozano Wins Advanced Division State Championship at USTA Northern Illinois Gym, Dynasty athlete, earns top honor, and... (More info)

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  • Obituary: Carole J. North (née Viskocil) —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
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    We found them on Fiddyment Drive in Lakewood Falls. It is grey with orange/brown spots. (Nextdoor Lakewood Falls)
  • The orange cat went missing nearly three years ago near Fox Valley Mall in Aurora.
    https://patch.com/illinois/naperville/guy-cat-reunited-owner-after-3-years-missing-naperville-pd?utm_source=nextdoor&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share (Nextdoor Mayfair)
  • American House Senior Living Communities posted a job opening for Housekeeper- Cedarlake in Plainfield. Apply here.
  • ProLogistix posted a job opening for Hiring Immediately Forklift Operators in Romeoville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Plainfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • This Illinois Teen Just Graduated With Four Degrees (q985online.com)

Shorewood

  • Dog's Cruel, Inhumane Death At Shorewood Parking Lot: Pet Owner In His 50s Pleads Guilty, Draws Sentence (patch.com)

Ok Plainfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Nevermind, it has no point. (Thank you Kristi B. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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