Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one who deserves a shoutout in Plainfield.
Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
The current village trustee retired from District 202 in 2022 after leading the technology department for 23 years.
The new contract raises compensation for various support staff who have been paid less than market value in recent years, officials said.
Crystal Lawns and Wallin Oaks elementary schools will be led by new principals in the 2024-25 school year.
The seed of the newly planted tree flew to the moon and back on NASA's Artemis 1 mission that launched in 2022.
"The camp is designed to offer students an engaging and fun learning and performance experience," organizers said.
The Plainfield preschool created a fundraiser in hopes of raising $25,000 to continue operating for the next school year.
District 202 students entering first through fifth grade this fall are invited to take part in the summer choir camp.
Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Plainfield.
"He is smart, kind, funny and works hard to get what he wants," the person who nominated the teen wrote.
She is an exceptional student with great goals, the person who nominated her said.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate local graduates and give them the recognition they deserve.
Central Elementary School teacher Alyssa Milano was surprised with the award earlier this week.
For the 48th year, the parent organization recognizes a group of people for their dedication to students, their schools and the community.
Benefactors will listen to jazz music and enjoy a meal at the third annual fundraiser supporting Plainfield School District 202 bands.
"After a long hard fight, he is finally at peace," his daughter wrote.
The newest Board member worked as a teacher at Plainfield Central High School from 2003 to 2007.
In the United States, the path of totality extends from Texas to Maine, but each of the 48 continental states will see some of the eclipse.
The Awards of Excellence honor teachers and non-administrative staff who have made an impact on their students, schools and the community.
A total of 558 semifinalists are up for scholarships from the highly competitive program that gives students as much as $55,000 per year.
Students and staff who test positive for COVID-19 no longer have to stay home for a required number of days.
The Plainfield high school was on lockdown Thursday, district officials confirmed, but has since returned to regular scheduling.
"Help us show Tom [Hernandez] and his family how amazing and appreciated he is," organizers said of the upcoming parade.
Two Plainfield educators were named finalists for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Proceeds from the Summer Art Studio camp will benefit Plainfield East's National Art Honor Society Scholarship.
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The three students were the only high school seniors from Plainfield who were named semifinalists in October.
Teachers and non-administrative staff are honored each year for their exceptional work on behalf of students and in support of District 202.
The Plainfield district is looking to work with volunteers from local companies to mentor and collaborate with students on the project.
The event will include a community sing-along and performances from District 202 students and owners of local organizations.