K-12 Schools News on Plainfield Post

Sixteen seniors from District 202 high schools have been recognized as "commended" students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. This program, managed by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), is a nationwide competition that acknowledges students for their academic potential.

Enrollment at Heritage Grove Middle School rose compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment at Timber Ridge Middle School rose compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment at John F. Kennedy Middle School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment at Plainfield East High School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment at Plainfield North High School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Enrollment at Plainfield High School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Prestige Photography will be visiting Plainfield East High School to capture senior portraits for the Class of 2025. Students are encouraged to schedule their appointments online through the website www.prestigeportraits.com by entering the state and city: Illinois, Plainfield.

Plainfield North High School senior Dylan Budd has been named the 2024 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) journalism sports writing champion. Budd secured first place in the Sports Writing category at the IHSA state journalism competition, which took place on April 26, 2024, at Heartland Community College. He also participated in Review Writing.

Congratulations were extended to seniors who received awards, local scholarships, or special achievements during the recent Senior Honors Night.

About 40 female students from District 202 high schools participated in the first Empowered Women’s Conference on March 18. The event was organized by Plainfield East High School seniors Valery Espinoza, Brianna Emond, and Aadya Karna.

District 202 students have the opportunity to register for the Illinois state Seal of Biliteracy test starting Monday, February 12, 2024. This initiative allows students to earn a certification that acknowledges their proficiency in multiple languages.

District 202 has announced the launch of an online Parent University named The Blend, aimed at enhancing family engagement with classroom activities.