District 202 Preschool Lottery Will Start Mid-February

Tuition-based programs for the 2022-23 school year will be available at Bonnie McBeth Learning Center and three other elementary schools.

D202 Bus Routes Back On Track For Thursday Afternoon: Officials

In an update, officials said all District 202 bus routes will be covered and are expected to transport students home from school Thursday.

District 202 Goes Remote Wednesday Due To Severe Weather Forecast

District officials said they anticipate school to resume in person Thursday.

Student Fundraises For App Helping Hearing-Impaired Watch Movies

The app, SignUp, is a free Google Chrome extension that overlays videos of ASL interpretting onto Disney+ movies and TV shows.

New Facility Dog, Charger, Introduced To Students At Wallin Oaks

The golden retriever, whose first day on duty at the elementary school was in September, was introduced to the community in a video Friday.

Judge Dismisses Plainfield Central 'Code Blue' Hazing Lawsuit

The judge, dismissing the case without prejudice, said the parents failed to provide sufficient evidence that D202 caused their sons harm.

12 District 202 Students Selected For Regional Choir Conference

Eight high school students and four middle schoolers will attend the conference for several days in February.

12 Ira Jones Middle School Vocalists Selected For All-State Choir

The sixth graders will represent Plainfield District 202 at the IMEA state All-State chorus this month at the Peoria Convention Center.

17 D202 High School Musicians Selected For Annual ILMEA Event

Students from Plainfield North, East and Central high schools will represent District 202 in the upcoming concert taking place in Peoria.

12 Ira Jones Middle Schoolers Will Sing In All-State Chorus

The sixth graders will be heading down to Peoria to perform in the 2022 Illinois Music Education Association Elementary All-State Chorus.

D202 Adheres To Shortened Isolation Period For COVID-19 Cases

District officials said they would phase in updated guidance, requiring a five-day isolation period, as a result of high COVID-19 cases.

Deadline Extended For D202 Alumni Hall Of Fame Nominations

District 202 alumni, faculty and staff, administrators and community members now have an extra week to submit an application.

College Credits: Plainfield Students Earns Engineering Masters

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

In-Person Class Resumes Tuesday After D202 Uses 2 Emergency Days

"While remote learning is an option, in-person learning is always our preference and goal," District 202 officials said in an update Monday.

No School Monday: D202 Uses Second Emergency Day Due To COVID-19

A three-day weekend has turned into a four-day one after district officials said they're using another emergency day to cancel class Monday.

5 District 202 Students Place, More Exhibited At Art Invitational

The five students were among 19 from district high schools who competed in the fifth-annual contest at Lewis University.

No School Friday Due To Transportation, Staffing Issues: D202

District 202 officials announced it's using its first emergency day on Friday. There will be no attendance or remote learning for students.

Delayed Transportation Possible In D202 Thursday: Officials

District officials said they're experiencing staffing issues as a result of a "high rate" of COVID-19 cases among bus drivers.

District 202 Asks Parents For Patience Amid COVID-19 Regulations

"Anger about the regulations we must follow is both misdirected and counterproductive," Superintendent Lane Abrell said in a letter Tuesday.

In-Person Classes Planned For District 202 Starting Monday

"In-person education is our number one priority," officials said, adding they will monitor COVID-19 data and make adjustments as needed.

4 District 202 High School Artists Win Top Prizes At Contests

Plainfield Central, East and South high school students won prizes at the Joliet Area High School Awards and Plainfield Art League shows.

School Gun Violence Threats On TikTok: D202, Plainfield PD Aware

Police and school officials are aware of the threats and plan to have additional officers posted at several Plainfield schools Friday.

Student Performance Dropped Due To Lack Of In-Person Class: D202

Illinois State Board of Education released the first round of Illinois Report Card data showing the impact of COVID-19 and remote learning.

College Credits: Student Earns National Award For Service

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

269 District 202 Students Named State Scholars

Each year, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission honors students based on SAT, ACT or class rank.

Band Director At Plainfield East Will March In Rose Parade

David Lesniak will be one of 275 band directors from across the country, Mexico and Canada performing in an inaugural entry at the parade.

$209.5 Million Property Tax Levy Slated For District 202

The projected tax rate is expected to drop for the seventh straight year.

Plainfield Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Plainfield area high schools.

2 Aux Sable Eighth Grade Musicians Accepted Into State Honor Band

Twin sisters Kamryn and Katelyn Cook are two of 72 students accepted into the 2022 All-Illinois Junior Band.

Mobile Museum Brings History Lessons To District 202 Schools

The Mobile Museum of Tolerance, associated with the Simon Wiesenthal Center Museum, traveled to middle and high schools between Nov. 8-19.

Madrigal Concerts At District 202 High Schools Coming Up

District 202's four high schools have multiple madrigal concerts scheduled for December. Here is what to expect from them.

D202 Superintendent, Retiring In June, Reflects On Career

Looking back on his 36 years in education, Lane Abrell penned his final Thanksgiving message to District 202 students, parents and staff.

D202 High School Musicians Accepted Into ILMEA District Festivals

Forty-six students from District 202 high schools will play at the festival for jazz, choir, band and orchestra on Nov. 13 and Nov. 20.

Middle School Musicians On Their Way To Regional Music Fest

Seventeen District 202 middle school musicians have been selected for the ILMEA District Junior Band, Chorus and Orchestra Festival Nov. 6.

College Credits: Student Designs Logo For Campus COVID Campaign

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

Plainfield D202 Schools Among Best For Grades K-8: U.S. News

Plainfield elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

'Little Women,' 'Salvation Road': Tickets On Sale For D202 Plays

District 202's four high schools are gearing up for opening night of their respective fall plays, set to start mid-November.

12th Annual Alumni Hall Of Fame Nominations Open For District 202

Know someone who graduated from the district who's off doing excellent things? The nomination period for the Hall of Fame closes Jan. 12.

District 202 Threatens Consequences For TikTok Pranks At Schools

District officials told Patch they received a list of a "monthly schedule of events" for TikTok pranks and won't tolerate the behavior.

College Credits: Plainfield Student In Shakespeare Production

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