COVID-19 Guidelines Revised At Plainfield School District 202

Students and staff who test positive for COVID-19 no longer have to stay home for a required number of days.

Brawl Between Students Leads To Lockdown At Plainfield East: PD

The Plainfield high school was on lockdown Thursday, district officials confirmed, but has since returned to regular scheduling.

Parade Planned To Recognize Former D202 Community Relations Director

"Help us show Tom [Hernandez] and his family how amazing and appreciated he is," organizers said of the upcoming parade.

College Credits: Plainfield Student Awarded Gold Stars For High GPA

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Central Elementary Teachers Among Finalists For Golden Apple Award

Two Plainfield educators were named finalists for the Golden Apple Award for ​Excellence in Teaching.

Plainfield East To Host Art Camp For Local Youth

Proceeds from the Summer Art Studio camp will benefit Plainfield East's National Art Honor Society Scholarship.

College Credits: Dean's, President's Lists Name Plainfield Students

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

AYSO Offering FREE Band & Orchestra Clinics

Middle School & High School - Free Band & Orchestra Clinics

3 Plainfield Seniors Named National Merit Finalists

The three students were the only high school seniors from Plainfield who were named semifinalists in October.

Nominations Open For 32nd Annual Plainfield D202 Awards Of Excellence

Teachers and non-administrative staff are honored each year for their exceptional work on behalf of students and in support of District 202.

D202 Plans To Launch 'Shark Tank'-Like Elective For Students

The Plainfield district is looking to work with volunteers from local companies to mentor and collaborate with students on the project.

Plainfield South Plans 5th Annual Black History Month Showcase

The event will include a community sing-along and performances from District 202 students and owners of local organizations.

College Credits: Plainfield Students Earn Degrees, Dean's List Nods

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Former Lincoln Elementary Assistant Principal Returns To Lead School

Debra Coberley worked as the assistant principal of Lincoln Elementary School from 2014 to 2017.

College Credits: Plainfield Athlete Makes University Gymnastics Team

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

ILMEA State Program Sees 18 Plainfield High School Musicians Perform

Participation in the ILMEA all-state program is one of the most prestigious honors in high school music in the state.

19 D202 Elementary, Middle School Students Chosen For All-State Chorus

Ten Ira Jones sixth graders and nine Meadow View Elementary fifth graders were nominated by their instructors to participate in the concert.

School Canceled For Plainfield D202 Due To Icy Roads

Students and staff had an unexpected day off Tuesday as a result of icy road conditions, District 202 officials said.

Plainfield D202 Goes Remote For 2nd Day Due To Icy Temperatures

District 202 students had remote school on Friday and a day off on Monday thanks to Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

District 202 Goes Remote For Incoming Winter Snowstorm

All after-school activities, athletics and the YMCA Kid Zone were canceled for Friday, officials said.

College Credits: Students Work With PD For Mental Health Initiatives

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Scholarships Available For Income-Eligible Students In Will County

The Will County Center for Community Concerns is offering a limited number of scholarships with $1,000.

$250M Property Tax Levy For D202 Sees 9th Annual Drop In Rates

Officials cited inflation as the reason for District 202's increased expenses.

College Credits: Plainfield Student Camps With Geology Department

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Short Story Contest Opens To Plainfield Elementary Students

The Plainfield Area Public Library is hosting its annual writing contest for kids in grades four through six.

College Credits: Plainfield Musician Performs At Packers Game

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Plainfield District 202 Bands, Choirs To Present Holiday Performances

All four Plainfield high schools will offer their annual Holiday Collage concerts that feature local bands, choirs, and musical ensembles.

No Threat To D202 Schools After Social Media Post Raised Concerns

Plainfield school staff referred to "recent social media posts" and asked parents to use an online portal to report concerns.

D202 To Use Undesignated Asthma Medicine In Emergencies

Emergency inhalers can be used if someone is in respiratory distress while in school or during school-sponsored activities, officials said.

College Credits: Local Osteopathic Medicine Student Gets White Coat

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Annual Madrigal Concerts Planned By Plainfield D202 High Schools

Each District 202 high school puts on its own concert — some will feature comedic plays, and others will perform as classical choirs.

'Terrible Smelling Sprays' Spritzed In Plainfield North Hallways

Plainfield North High School administrators sent an email to parents asking them to discuss the use of pepper spray with their children.

32 D202 Middle School Musicians To Attend ILMEA Music Festival

Plainfield students will travel to Aurora on Nov. 11 to participate in day-long rehearsals and perform in the band and choir show.

Plainfield D202 Represented By 84 Students At ILMEA District Festivals

Students from all four District 202 high schools were selected to perform in the prestigious festivals based on a competitive audition.

New Facilities Director Joins D202 From Lemont Park District

The new director of facilities said he is looking forward to working with the district where his children also attend school.

College Credits: Student Works With Mercedes Benz While In School

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

College Credits: Local Becomes 1st President Of Latino Social Work Org

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

$5K In Foundation For Excellence Grants Available To D202 Juniors

Students can use the grants for expenses related to a summer enrichment experience between June 1 and Aug. 10, 2024.

College Credits: Plainfield Student Recognized As Scholar-Athlete

Area students from Plainfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

350 District 202 Students Designated AP Scholars

Students earn the distinction based on their performance on the Advanced Placement exams taken during the previous school year.