Enjoy your holiday! See you Tuesday!
Due to predicted frigid temperatures tomorrow, we will have an E-Learning day, Monday, January 26, 2026. Students should NOT report to school.
We will have an E-Learning Day tomorrow, Friday, January 23, 2026, due to predicted frigid temperatures, particularly during school arrival times. Students will need their laptops to log into Google Classroom from home tomorrow. All other activities at our schools on Friday are also canceled.
The Future Educators Club at Plainfield East High School is hosting an elementary camp on Presidents’ Day (February 16) and invites students in grades K–5 to participate.
The camp offers a day of engaging activities, and proceeds will support scholarships for students pursuing a career in education.
Please refer to the flyer for registration details and more information.
District 202 HBCU Event at Plainfield North High School – Feb. 24
Plainfield North High School will host its annual District 202 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Event on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. in the Plainfield North High School Cafeteria.
This marks the eighth year of the District’s HBCU event and is open to all District 202 high school students interested in learning more about HBCUs, with programming geared toward students in grades 9–11.
The event will feature representatives from multiple colleges, along with community and social organizations dedicated to supporting students and families.
Please review the attached flyer for additional event details and registration information.
For questions, contact Elaina Kalantzis, College and Career Counselor at Plainfield North High School, at (815) 609-8506 ext. 7264 or ekalantz@psd202.org.
🗞Check it out! 🗞
District 202 was highlighted in the January Illinois State Board of Education ConneCTEd newsletter for our partnership with the Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce. This collaboration gives District 202 students real-world learning experiences and career connections through the INCubator program preparing them for success beyond the classroom.
✨Want to know more about the INCubator program?✨
Visit, https://sites.google.com/psd202.org/incubator202/home
#202proud INCubatoredu by Uncharted Learning, NFP
✨New paid internship opportunities now available✨
For the first time, District 202 has partnered with the Will County Center for Economic Development to offer paid, hands-on summer internships for high school students.
This opportunity allows students to explore careers, gain real-world experience, and build skills for the future in Will County.
✅Applications are now open, with a deadline of February 20, 2026.
💻Learn more and apply: https://willcountyced.com/will-county-summer-internship-program/
The band wowed crowds in front of the iconic Cinderella Castle during the Disney Thanksgiving Day Parade of Bands, performing Disney favorites like “Mickey Mouse March” and a “Disney Celebration” medley. Meanwhile, the choir added their voices to the first Candlelight Processional of the season at EPCOT, joining a full orchestra and mass choir in a stunning holiday tradition.
Between performances, students explored all four Disney parks, made unforgettable memories, and shared their PEHS school spirit every step of the way.
From pottery wheels to photo booths, the creativity and energy were amazing.
Happy Veterans Day.
Plainfield East High School students create a Wall of Heroes every year to celebrate and honor friends and family who have served our country.
Happy Veterans Day.
#202proud #VeteransDay
Happy National School Psychology Week!
This week, we celebrate our 20 incredible District 202 school psychologists who make a difference every day in the lives of our students. 💙
From supporting mental health and emotional well-being to fostering safe, inclusive learning environments, our school psychologists help students grow, learn, and thrive. 🌟
Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and dedication to helping every student reach their full potential!
#202proud
No student attendance on Monday, October 27 for teacher institute.
Rodney is among just 1,230 semifinalists selected from more than 107,000 applicants nationwide, placing her in the top 1.5 percent of students recognized for outstanding leadership, academics, and community service.
“I applied because I wanted to challenge myself and use this as an opportunity,” Rodney said. “When I found out, I felt really happy and surprised. It makes me want to keep working hard and keep learning.”
She believes her dedication helped her stand out in the competitive process. “I think I got it because I care about what I do and try my best,” she said.
At PEHS, Rodney has enjoyed being part of the school community and participating in clubs that helped her explore her interests.
After graduation, she plans to study bioengineering and work in healthcare.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program honors exceptional high school students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to making a positive difference.
The event paired student business teams with local professionals who will guide and support them as they develop their startup ideas throughout the year.
This year’s 30 entrepreneurship students at PEHS are partnered with eight mentors, including a retired PEHS teacher and division chair, PEHS alumni, District 202 parents, and business professionals eager to share their expertise. Three mentors are returning for another year to continue inspiring future entrepreneurs.
“I have an outstanding group of students eager to jump in and create their start-ups,” said PEHS teacher Angelina Haney. “They come to class passionate and excited to get to work. My students are looking forward to creating new businesses and products, improving their public speaking, and to talking to people who are excited to listen.”
With guidance from their mentors, PEHS students are ready to turn their ideas into reality, and the school community is eager to see what innovative projects emerge from these partnerships.
