Plainfield High School A Cappella Group Named Top In The Country

PLAINFIELD, IL — The only competitive a cappella group in Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 has been named among the top in the country.

The Angelics, a treble group, finished its 2026 season by earning 10th place in the International Championship of High School A Cappella. It's the second time in three years that the ensemble was recognized by the organization.

Plainfield North choir teacher Aaron Mejorada leads The Angelics, comprised of 17 students.

"It's hard to put into words just how proud I am of this group and everything they accomplished this season," Mejorada said, per a news release from the district. "Their determination, passion and commitment to becoming the best version of themselves, while also empowering each other and growing together as a group, has truly been remarkable."

The Angelics' postseason run began with a first-place finish at the ICHSA Great Lakes Quarterfinals held at Lockport High School. The group also earned the Outstanding Choreography award, advancing to the Great Lakes Semifinal at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Competing against nine other top-performing groups from multiple states, The Angelics placed third at the semifinal competition and again received the Outstanding Choreography award, advancing to the ICHSA Wild Card round. This round features second- and third-place finishers from seven regions who submit recorded performances for international judging.

The Angelics placed third in the Wild Card competition, earning a 10th-place national finish. The group did not advance to the finals in New York City — no treble groups did this year.

"From the beginning, our goal was for our set to reflect our hearts and bring something meaningful not only for ourselves, but for the people who experience it as well," Mejorada said. "Seeing our work connect with others on a national stage meant the world."