Thank you to KIDS IN NEED FOUNDATION. They are generously donating school supply backpacks to our students. Please fill out the link below if you are in need of school supplies at Grand Prairie. https://forms.gle/goPzCGjytysynsG87
District 202 is partnering with Kendall and Will counties this summer to offer back-to-school immunizations, physicals, and dental exams..
We are happy to announce our upcoming back-to-school event, designed to support students and families as they prepare for the new school year. This event will feature free backpacks and school supplies, generously donated by local businesses, to help ensure every child starts the year ready to learn.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Manhattan Junior High School, 15414 Smith Rd, Manhattan, IL 60442
Event Details:
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Manhattan Junior High School, 15414 Smith Rd, Manhattan, IL 60442
Tru Green will be spraying weeds at all District 202 buildings on Tuesday, July 1, Wednesday, July 2, and Thursday, July 3.
Click here for our May newsletter https://secure.smore.com/n/nh718
Congratulations to our April students of the month
Happy Assistant Principals Week!
This week, we celebrate our incredible assistant principals who provide unwavering dedication and exceptional service to our school district.
“Each day, you navigate countless responsibilities with remarkable skill and grace – supporting your principals, empowering our teachers, motivating our students, and creating positive learning environments where everyone can thrive,” said District 202 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Glenn Wood.
Thank you!
March students of the month
Mrs. Cox's third graders enjoyed making water bottle tornados
Mrs. Zila's students enjoyed their spring poetry unit with watercolor painting
Students and families enjoyed literacy night
Student and families enjoyed literacy night
Click here for our April Newsletter https://secure.smore.com/n/0yh5a
Home Access Center will be down today (4/1/25) for scheduled maintenance.
Grand Prairie Elementary School celebrated World Down Syndrome Day Friday by raising money for GiGi's Playhouse in the name of student Pharron King. Staff and students were encouraged to wear mismatched or crazy socks to honor differences. King also served as principal for the day. Even facility dog Simi got into the spirit! #202proud
🔎 Ready to solve the case of the missing breakfast? National School Breakfast Week is coming March 3-7! Who’s excited? 🥞🎉 #NSBW25 #ClueInToSchoolBreakfast
Congratulations to February students of the month for showing friendship. We will eat Chick-fil-A on Monday during their lunch
Click here for March News https://secure.smore.com/n/js7ngm
Remember: No school Friday for a student improvement day. See you Monday! #202proud
Join us Thursday for Fine Arts Night
