Plainfield East High School Girls Flag Football is excited to host a Girls Flag Football Clinic on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the PEHS Stadium.
This clinic is open to ALL girls in grades 3-6. You do not need to attend a Plainfield East HS feeder school, live within the Plainfield East attendance boundaries, or even attend a District 202 school.
We welcome girls from throughout the community who would like to learn more about flag football and have some fun!
The clinic will be led by our PEHS Girls Flag Football players and coaches. Participants will learn and practice basic football skills, including throwing, catching, running with the ball, and more through a fun, game-based format.
Clinic Details:
• Saturday, September 19
• 1-2:30 p.m.
• Plainfield East High School Stadium
• $25 registration fee
• Clinic T-shirt included
• All equipment provided
• Parents are welcome to stay and watch
• No previous football experience is necessary
Register here:
Plainfield East Girls Flag Football Clinic Registration
Questions can be directed to Head Coach Lauren McNichols at lmcnicho@psd202.org.
Please help us spread the word and share this opportunity with friends, family, teammates, and neighbors — everyone is welcome!
Go Bengals!
Plainfield East Girls Flag Football
Plainfield East High School invites you to the 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Fair from 12-3 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, in the PEHS cafeteria.
The community event will feature music, performances, food and craft vendors, and plenty of fun activities for all ages.
Tickets are $5 cash at the door.
Proceeds from ticket sales will support senior scholarships.
The event is hosted by the Latin-American Student Organization and Spanish Honor Society.
4 weeks until the Homecoming Parade on Sept. 26!
The countdown is on! In just four weeks, the streets of Plainfield will be filled with floats, music, school spirit and a whole lot of #202proud as we celebrate the 74th Annual Plainfield Community Homecoming Parade.
Want to be part of the parade?
Fill out the application form to join us at https://www.psd202.org/page/homecoming.
Each classroom featured a different activity incorporating a book focused on growth mindset, inclusion, celebrating differences and the importance of having and being a buddy.
Students also completed activities in their own classrooms centered around the number three.
It was a great day in third grade!
Bitty Bengals Preschool
The Bitty Bengals Preschool is now accepting enrollment for the 2026 fall semester!
Requirements: Open to children ages 3-5
Cost: $150 flat fee
When: Monday-Friday, 8-10:30 a.m.
Dates: 10-week program running from September 14-December 4, 2026
Where: Room 119 at Plainfield East High School
Who: Taught by students enrolled in the Teaching the Preschool Child course
For more information, please contact Emily Michalak at emichala@psd202.org.
District 202 is proud to partner with the Will County Center for Economic Development to provide students with valuable summer internship experiences.
Local employers are invited to join us for an Employer Information Breakfast on September 8 at the District 202 Administrative Center to learn how they can become an internship host for summer 2027.
Interested in becoming an internship host?
Click here to register for the September 8 Employer Information Breakfast.
Welcome Back!
Let’s make 2026-27 an incredible year.
Welcome to the new school year: Discover District 202's Parent University!
As we jump into another exciting school year, staying connected and informed about your student’s educational journey is easier than ever.
Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 is thrilled to invite all families to explore Parent University, your official one-stop online resource hub filled with guides, video tutorials, and information designed to support learning at home.
Whether you need help logging into school software or want to learn more about our academic programs, Parent University has you covered.
What You Can Learn & Explore
Here are just a few of the topics and options available on the Parent University page:
Everyday Tech & Digital Tools: Walkthroughs for Google Classroom, Google Chrome, Chromebook care, and Home Access Center (HAC) so you can easily track student assignments and grades.
Digital Citizenship & Online Safety: Practical guides on online security, privacy, and maintaining a positive digital footprint tailored specifically for elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: Information on how District 202 is thoughtfully integrating AI tools into the classroom and what it means for modern learning.
Academic Pathways & Curriculum: Quick access to middle and high school curriculum guides, Early College Credit opportunities, and details on the Illinois Seal of Biliteracy.
Assessment & Multilingual Support: Overviews for state testing (IAR) and multilingual ACCESS testing guides available in several languages, including Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Urdu, Polish, and Twi.
Visit Parent University anytime on the District 202 website.
Our elementary administrators are ready to welcome students back for another amazing year in District 202.
This incredible team is busy preparing, planning and getting excited for the first day of school.
We can’t wait to see our classrooms filled with smiling faces, curious minds and the energy that makes our schools so special.
We are #202proud!
Illinois has updated its lead testing requirements for children age 6 and younger. If your child’s school physical was completed after June 30, 2026, universal lead testing is now required for all preschool, kindergarten and new students age 6 and younger, regardless of where you live.
If your child’s physical was completed on or before June 30, 2026, lead testing requirements may differ based on your Zip Code.
Helpful links:
Lead Testing Clarification: https://tinyurl.com/ye2yz9em
Urgi Walk-in Health Clinic ($25 testing): https://tinyurl.com/muu33d8v
IDPH Lead Questionnaire: https://tinyurl.com/bde8k7tv
Review the flyer to see which requirements apply to your family and where to find additional resources.
Plainfield Fest is right around the corner!
This year’s celebration will include a special opportunity for children and individuals with special needs to enjoy the carnival before the crowds arrive.
On Friday, July 17, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., the carnival will offer a sensory-friendly hour with slower ride speeds, no flashing lights and quieter surroundings to help create a more comfortable experience for everyone.
Admission to Plainfield Fest during this special hour is free for participating individuals with special needs and their parents/guardians (ride tickets are required).
This year’s Plainfield Fest runs July 17-19.
As a reward for their efforts, principal Tyler Haymond and assistant principal Rebecca Hernandez took a splash in the dunk tank!
This year, Creekside's Relay For Life team is walking in honor of “Our Jens,” Creekside staff members Jen McClellan and Jen Bennecke, as they continue their recovery journeys after battling breast cancer over the past several years.
The team will participate in the Relay For Life event on June 6 at Busey Bank Field in Joliet.
Representing Creekside this year are team captain Denise Malik, Jen McClellan, Wendy Wisneski, Erin Pangrazio, Laura Martinez, Carrie Blomquist, Cathie Gans, Piper Garcia, Allison Pharo, Kelli Narducci, Kelli Kocurek, Stephanie Schwingel, Stephanie Koska, Stacey Vander Heide and Denise Wilson.
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for supporting the fight against cancer and making a difference in our community.
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #SchoolNutrition #ThankYou #SchoolLunchHeroes
Registration is now open for 2026 Summer Sports Camps being offered by Plainfield East High School.
Register and apply for camps at https://plainfieldeast.8to18.com/
The registration cost is $80-$225 depending on the specific camp.
Payment is made directly on the “SnapManage” website at the time of camp sign up.
If you have any questions, please contact the PEHS Athletic Office at 815-577-1025 or email mblanken@psd202.org.
