We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

The Board of Education on October 22 recognized Plainfield South High School sophomore Miranda Moreno-Balderas and Plainfield North High School junior Mowosimi Kolawole for being named to the Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) prestigious Student Advisory Council (SAC) for the 2025-26 academic year.
District 202 is the only district in Illinois with two representatives on the 21-member council this year.
District 202 is the only district in Illinois with two representatives on the 21-member council this year.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

No student attendance on Monday, October 27 for teacher institute.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

Good luck to all high school students taking the pre-ACT test today! Plainfield Academy staff including Principal Karyn Holstead cheered on students by wearing inspirational T-shirts. #202proud

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month. #ILSchoolStories @IlPrincipals @ISBENews @ILSchoolNet @IllinoisASA

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month. #ILSchoolStories @IlPrincipals @ISBENews @ILSchoolNet @IllinoisASA

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month. #ILSchoolStories @IlPrincipals @ISBENews @ILSchoolNet @IllinoisASA

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month. #ILSchoolStories @IlPrincipals @ISBENews @ILSchoolNet @IllinoisASA

Plainfield East High School senior Alice Rodney has been named a semifinalist for the 2026 Coca-Cola Scholars Program, one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarship honors.
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.
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.

We are #202proud of our principals. Happy National Principals Month. #ILSchoolStories @IlPrincipals @ISBENews @ILSchoolNet @IllinoisASA

