College Credits: Plainfield Musicians Join University Marching Band

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

College Credits: Plainfield Student Receives Math Award

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

Annual Madrigal Concerts Coming To Plainfield High Schools

Each school's spin on its madrigal concert is a little different. Some will put on concerts while others will involve murder mysteries.

Plainfield North Assistant Principal Publishes First Children's Book

"Fearfully and Wonderfully Made" tells the tale of Donald as he battles low self-esteem while staying true to his Christian beliefs.

Plainfield High Schooler Will March In Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

For Plainfield East senior Mason Thulin, marching with Macy's Great American Marching Band is "probably the biggest thing I've ever done."

Illinois School Report Cards Are In: See How Plainfield D202 Did

Officials: "District 202 is done with the past. We are focusing only on the future. We are proud of our results compared to state averages."

49 D202 High School Musicians Headed To District Festival

The 49 students represent band, choir, jazz band and orchestra from all four District 202 high schools.

D202 Parent Group Wants To Help 'Tame The Anxiety Monster'

Social workers will share tools to help both parents and students manage anxiety and overwhelming emotions.

D202 Middle School Musicians Chosen To Perform In Regional Music Fest

This year, 29 students from District 202 will perform at the ILMEA District Junior Band, Chorus and Orchestra Festival in November.

Plainfield North Athletic Director Elected To IHSA Board Of Directors

Ron Lear made District 202 history by being its first athletic director to be elected to the Illinois High School Association board.

'A Christmas Story,' 'Little Women': D202 HS Theater Lineup For Fall

District 202's four high school auditoriums will come alive with live performances in November. See what's in store.

17 D202 Student Earn 'Commended' National Merit Rank

Although the students won't continue competing for National Merit scholarships, they were ranked for their "exceptional academic promise."

Plainfield North Senior Named National Merit Semifinalist

Satviki Madaan is one of about 16,000 students nationwide who was named a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist.

Vote Set For Wednesday As D202 Bus Drivers Reach Tentative Agreement

District officials said they're "cautiously optimistic" about the situation after First Student bus drivers threatened to strike Tuesday.

School Bus Strike: Service Could Be Impacted Tuesday In D202

If bus drivers strike Tuesday, it would likely only impact regular education transportation, not special education riders, officials said.

College Credits: Plainfield Student Earns Honors For Men's Soccer

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

Assistant Principals Hired At Lincoln Elementary, JFK Middle School

Christopher Jeziorny​ and Jen Napravnik​ come to District 202 after working at schools in Naperville and Geneva, respectively.

4 Assistant Principals Hired At Plainfield South High School

Lisa Smith, Bill Bicker, Karla Ortiz and Mike Philipps started their new roles at Plainfield South High School for the 2022-23 year.

Meadow View Elementary Students Turn Lemonade Stand Into Fundraiser

The two girls, in kindergarten and second grade, choose a person or organization to help "if it's something that pulls at their hearts."

District 202 Revenue Expected To Surpass Expenses By $6M: Officials

​The district's total preliminary projected budget for the 2022-23 school year is $354 million, down about 3.1 percent from last year.

College Credits: Student Receives Highest Undergrad Distinction

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

Glenn Wood Pens 1st Letter To Community As D202 Superintendent

"My top priority is to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and community," Superintendent Glenn Wood said in his first column.

Incoming Plainfield North Freshman Wins MLB Junior Home Run Derby

With 14 home runs in the final round, Logan Huegel was named champion at Los Angeles' Dodgers Stadium on July 16.

Retired D202 Superintendent Honored With 2022 Niehus Award

Lane Abrell, who retired in June after helming District 202 for more than 20 years, was awarded by the district's Foundation for Excellence.

2 Elementary School Assistant Principals Hired In District 202

Jennifer Pichler-Schill​ and Jennifer Gawla will serve as assistant principals at Freedom and River View elementary schools, respectively.

Back To School: Plainfield 2022-23 School Calendar

Parents in Plainfield can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

HS Engineering Students Design Control Knob For Man In Wheelchair

Plainfield Central students in engineering classes designed an ergonomic wheelchair control knob to a school social worker's relative.

D202 Looks To Recruit Support Staff With Job Fair

The Plainfield school district is looking to hire paraprofessionals, custodians and lunchroom supervisors.

July 24: Joliet Montessori School Open House

Families invited to see how Montessori education works—$100 application fee waived for attendees.

College Credits: Grad Finishes With Honors, Theater Management Degree

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

Distinguished Service Awards Go To District 202 Admin, Board Member

Mina Griffith, an assistant superintendent, and Rod Westfall, Board of Education vice president, were honored with awards in May.

10 District 202 Students Awarded AP Summer Institute Scholarships

As part of the Advanced Placement Summer Institute Financial Bridge Student Scholarship, created in 2021, each student received $2,000.

College Credits: Plainfield Students Now College Graduates

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

Lincoln Elementary Assistant Principal Promoted To District-Level Role

D202's incoming superintendent said Cindy Castanon will help "all our students achieve ... their fullest academic and personal potential."

College Credits: Plainfield Student Graduate, Earn Dean's List Nods

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

District 202 Staff Members Appointed Assistant Principals

Tracy Beneventi and Ethan Buege will serve as assistant principals at Plainfield Academy and Ira Jones Middle School, respectively.

College Credits: Plainfield Students Graduate University

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

D202 Superintendent Pens Final Letter Before Retiring

Ahead of his retirement June 30, Superintendent Lane Abrell discussed his 36-year career and his appreciation for "the people around me."

College Credits: Plainfield Singers To Go Abroad With College Choir

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

Rumors Of Threat At Plainfield Central High School Unsubstantiated: PD

Police will keep an increased presence at the school on Thursday after officials said rumors of the threat surfaced earlier in the day.