Thank you to our amazing school lunch team for all you do for our students, staff, and school community. We appreciate your hard work, kindness, and commitment.
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TruGreen will be spraying for weeds and fertilizing around the district this weekend, May 2 and 3. Rain dates are May 8 and 9.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Plainfield North High School Summer Athletic Camps.
A full list of available camps is attached and can be found on the PNHS website under the Athletics tab (https://pnhs.psd202.org/o/pnhs/page/athletics-home), where you will also find the registration link.
This week, we celebrate Administrative Professionals Week — and in District 202, we have so much to celebrate.
Our administrative professionals are the backbone of this district. They are the first voices families hear when they call, the steady hands that keep our schools running, and the quiet problem-solvers who make everything work behind the scenes. Their dedication, professionalism, and care for our students and staff do not go unnoticed. You are valued, you are appreciated, and this community is better because of you. Thank you for everything you do — every single day.
Our administrative professionals are the backbone of this district. They are the first voices families hear when they call, the steady hands that keep our schools running, and the quiet problem-solvers who make everything work behind the scenes. Their dedication, professionalism, and care for our students and staff do not go unnoticed. You are valued, you are appreciated, and this community is better because of you. Thank you for everything you do — every single day.
This week, we celebrate school libraries during National Library Week. Our media centers are staffed with Media Center Specialists and clerks who not only work with books but also help students in many different ways. These centers are beacons of technology that allow students to explore ways to learn beyond the pages of books. And thanks to our library staff members, whom we celebrated on April 21, National Library Workers Day. We appreciate all you do.
District 202, in partnership with its Bilingual Parents Advisory Committee, hosted its inaugural Celebration of Cultures on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Plainfield High School–Central Campus.
The free event featured nearly 50 booths led by parents and staff celebrating cultures from around the world through food, art, music, clothing, performances, and interactive displays.
Students were at the center of the celebration, taking the stage to proudly share their cultural identities.
From drumming to traditional Ukrainian dance, each performance highlighted the diverse perspectives and talents that enrich District 202 schools every day.
The event brought together students, families, and staff in a shared celebration of community and connection.
“At the end of the day, our students are the heart of our district,” said Cindy Castanon, Director of Multilingual Education at District 202.
“Seeing them share their cultures and traditions so authentically reminds us why we do this work. They are the heartbeat of everything we strive to achieve in District 202.”
The free event featured nearly 50 booths led by parents and staff celebrating cultures from around the world through food, art, music, clothing, performances, and interactive displays.
Students were at the center of the celebration, taking the stage to proudly share their cultural identities.
From drumming to traditional Ukrainian dance, each performance highlighted the diverse perspectives and talents that enrich District 202 schools every day.
The event brought together students, families, and staff in a shared celebration of community and connection.
“At the end of the day, our students are the heart of our district,” said Cindy Castanon, Director of Multilingual Education at District 202.
“Seeing them share their cultures and traditions so authentically reminds us why we do this work. They are the heartbeat of everything we strive to achieve in District 202.”
Plainfield North High School junior and student leader Simi Kolawole served as the district’s second student representative to present at CAPE in March.
CAPE, which stands for the Coordination of Administration and Parent Groups for Educational Efficiency, has supported the district’s parent organizations for 50 years.
“I presented at the CAPE meeting because students have a voice in our district, and I wanted to help share that perspective with the parents and teachers of District 202,” Kolawole said.
As part of a new initiative, CAPE will now include one student representative at each meeting, with a different high school represented each time.
Kolawole’s participation marks an exciting new chapter for CAPE, bringing valuable student perspective directly into conversations that help shape the school community.
CAPE, which stands for the Coordination of Administration and Parent Groups for Educational Efficiency, has supported the district’s parent organizations for 50 years.
“I presented at the CAPE meeting because students have a voice in our district, and I wanted to help share that perspective with the parents and teachers of District 202,” Kolawole said.
As part of a new initiative, CAPE will now include one student representative at each meeting, with a different high school represented each time.
Kolawole’s participation marks an exciting new chapter for CAPE, bringing valuable student perspective directly into conversations that help shape the school community.
Nineteen students from all four District 202 high schools traveled to Springfield on March 13 to participate in the Illinois Student Leadership Summit, hosted by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
They joined peers from across the state to discuss topics such as AI in education, student engagement, and classroom rigor.
Students had the opportunity to collaborate, share their voices, and take part in meaningful conversations that are helping shape the future of education.
Pictured here with State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders, the day was both inspiring and empowering for all involved.
They joined peers from across the state to discuss topics such as AI in education, student engagement, and classroom rigor.
Students had the opportunity to collaborate, share their voices, and take part in meaningful conversations that are helping shape the future of education.
Pictured here with State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders, the day was both inspiring and empowering for all involved.
No student attendance tomorrow. District 202 has a District Institute Day, and it is primary election day.
All district and individual school afterschool activities, including the YMCA afterschool program, are CANCELED today due to predicted severe weather later today.
Our Job Fair scheduled for March 19 has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled.
We are #202proud to recognize and thank our 93 social workers for the incredible support they provide to our school community. As National School Social Work Week closes, we appreciate the vital role they play in our schools with our students, parents, and staff.
Public schools are the heart of our communities. Join us in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026, Feb. 23-27, and help showcase the amazing work happening in public schools across the country. #PSW26 #PublicSchoolProud #202proud
Way to go!
Plainfield North High School held its third annual World Culture Fair on Friday, February 13, 2026, in the gymnasium during each class period.
Approximately 70 students participated, representing about 15 different countries.
Enjoy your holiday! See you Tuesday!
We are #202proud of our high school students who made the high honor roll and the honor roll in the first semester of the 2025-2026 school year. Please call your child's school with questions. https://aptg.co/ntrlv2
Due to predicted frigid temperatures tomorrow, we will have an E-Learning day, Monday, January 26, 2026. Students should NOT report to school.
Plainfield North High School AP Spanish Language and Culture students put their research to the brush by exploring iconic artists from Spain and Latin America.
After completing their research, students selected a representative work to recreate using oil paints.
This hands-on artistic process allowed students to connect language, culture, and creativity while demonstrating an appreciation for the techniques and themes used by the original artists.
The project highlights their ability to synthesize cultural knowledge, artistic expression, and academic research which are key components of the AP Spanish Language and Culture curriculum.
After completing their research, students selected a representative work to recreate using oil paints.
This hands-on artistic process allowed students to connect language, culture, and creativity while demonstrating an appreciation for the techniques and themes used by the original artists.
The project highlights their ability to synthesize cultural knowledge, artistic expression, and academic research which are key components of the AP Spanish Language and Culture curriculum.
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.
Plainfield North High School juniors Mowosimi Kolawole and Avik Nanga visited Kaitlyn Cannon’s fifth-grade classroom at Lincoln Elementary School in January to lead a short lesson on developing an entrepreneurial mindset.
The visit was part of a student-designed project created through the school’s Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), a business-focused organization.
During the lesson, students participated in a hands-on activity centered on saving and spending money, helping them build practical financial literacy skills they can apply in the future.
The visit was part of a student-designed project created through the school’s Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), a business-focused organization.
During the lesson, students participated in a hands-on activity centered on saving and spending money, helping them build practical financial literacy skills they can apply in the future.
