Mrs. Kalantzis, College and Career Counselor, works with the Counselors to provide students assistance and support in making post-high school plans.  The process is ongoing throughout high school, and includes individual appointments and group guidance focusing on career exploration, college/military/trade school planning, the financial aid process, and scholarship searches.  

PNHS students have used Naviance for career and college research, as well as for managing the college application process and sending transcripts for college and scholarship applications (for current students).  For the 24-25 school year, current seniors will still use Naviance, while 9th-11th graders will be transitioning to School Links.

Updated information is posted on the PNHS website and in the grade level Google Classrooms.

Questions?  See Mrs. Kalantzis in room 300, contact her by email, or call (815) 609-8506.

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SCHOLARSHIPS/AWARDS -  All seniors had the opportunity to self-report scholarships/awards they received through May 15th.  This information can be found here in this newsletter and on the PNHS website.  You can view this information here:  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XPmfIxCP7tZlHU7fJDB4cPNCm0_ZO1UT5k8hzpXsuL4/edit?usp=sharing

PSD202 College Info Night - This presentation will be held on Wednesday, March 26th at 6PM in the PNHS auditorium. This is for junior students and their families to learn more about 2/4 year college research and application process, financial aid, etc. View flyer to register.

Junior Group Guidance - Mrs. Kalantzis visited all Junior English classes in February to discuss plans after high school and conduct college research on SchooLinks. View presentation and handout.

PSD202 HBCU College Fair - The annual HBCU college fair will be held on February 25th, 2026 at 6PM in the PNHS cafeteria. Various college representatives will be here to speak with families. Refreshments will be provided. Flyer and registration .

NCAA Info Night - Families who want to learn more about playing sports in college can attend this PSD202 event. February 6th @ 7PM in the Plainfield North Auditorium. Flyer and registration.

FAFSA - All senior students must complete the FAFSA requirement for graduation.  This includes either the FAFSA form or the non-participation form. More information can be found on the main page of the PNHS website and connect-ed emails sent monthly. FAFSA form:  https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa   Non-participation form:  https://www.isac.org/home/fafsa/NPF-Instructions.html 

Group Guidance - Mrs. Kalantzis saw 9th and 10th graders out of PE classes in November to review course selection and SchooLinks. The presentations can be found here: 9th and 10th. Mrs. Kalantzis will visit the Junior English classes to conduct 11th grade group guidance . This will occur between 11/14-12/3. The presentation shared can be found here.

College Representatives visiting PNHS - College reps will be visiting North to meet with seniors in the months of September and October. Visits will be 30 minutes on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the lunch periods in room 300. Seniors can sign up through Naviance (some visits require a QR code sign up). Juniors who want to visit with reps can email Mrs. Kalantzis to be added to the list. See schedule here.

PSD202 Annual College Fair - October 2nd 6:30 - 8PM @ Plainfield North HS. Over 140 colleges/universities will attend this event. This is a perfect opportunity for juniors and seniors from all 4 Plainfield high schools to meet with admissions reps from various colleges across the US. We will also have a financial aid presentation in English and Spanish for senior families. View registration info and list of schools here.

Senior Group Guidance - Mrs. Kalantzis visited all Senior English classes in Aug/Sept to review post-secondary planning which included the college application process. View presentation and handouts here.

Mini Info Session - College Application Process - We had a 25 minute presentation for senior parents on Curriculum night, Aug. 21st. The presentation can be found here.