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On behalf of our entire staff here at Plainfield Elementary School, we welcome you to our learning community. Our school has many caring staff that will be present and available as you take your first steps here with us.
student handbook
View our student handbook as webpages that can be translated using our tool located in the upper right corner of our website. You can also download a PDF copy that includes English, Spanish and Polish.
New Family Enrollment
Enroll your student(s) now for this school year.
Welcome to Plainfield elementary school!
Dear Plainfield Families,
Welcome to the start of a brand new school year! I am honored to serve as your new principal and I can’t wait to partner with you in creating a joyful, inclusive, and thriving school learning environment for all our Pumas. The halls are buzzing with energy and anticipation, and we are all ready to embark on another year of learning, growth, and discovery.
Our dedicated team of teachers and staff has been working diligently to create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment. We are committed to providing a high-quality education that not only challenges students academically but also encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
To our parents and guardians, your partnership is invaluable. We encourage you to stay connected with us throughout the year, whether by attending school events, volunteering, or simply communicating with your child's teachers. Your involvement is crucial to your child's success, and we are always here to support you.
Let's make this a year of remarkable achievements, new friendships, and unforgettable memories. I look forward to seeing all the wonderful things we will accomplish together.
School Expectations
To help students be successful in school, we provide clear and consistent expectations for behavior through a system called PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports).
This not only allows for success it helps support equitable practices.
The behavior expectations should be followed in all settings throughout the school day. On the bus, in the classroom, at lunch and recess. The expectations keep all students safe and attend to the their learning.
The guiding principles are for students to:
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Be Responsible
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Be Respectful
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Be Safe
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Be Ready to learn
School Expectations
Plainfield Pumas
Engage all students in learning that leads to academic growth, achievement, and readiness for high school, college, career, and life.
Attendance
Regular school attendance is essential to a student's success in school. The activities that take place in the classroom are a vital part of the teaching and learning process.
Recess
Students will have a recess time each day and follow the PBIS rules.
Hands to self, No rough-play and No fighting.
- Stay in designated play areas
- Supervisors are there to watch the students
No toys from home, No cell phones and No playing cards.
Please dress for the weather. Students will be outside unless the weather doesn't permit.
Technology
Every student in CCSD62 will get their own iPad to use. iPads should come to school each day fully charged.
Behavior
The district aims to promote an effective learning environment in its schools where students demonstrate respect, self-discipline, and responsible behavior.
Buses and Transportation
You can drive or walk your child to school each day. CCSD62 offers paid bus ridership as well as free bus services for students meet the criteria.
E-Learning Days
In case of bad weather and students and staff can't safely make it to school, the district would elect to use one of its Emergency Days in lieu of an e-learning day. Please note that in addition to inclement winter weather conditions, e-learning days may be called for various other reasons including flooding, cold weather or a burst pipe at one of our schools, for example.
- Teachers will share Zoom links
- Students will join live sessions and do online programs
- If you do not have wifi please talk to your school
Health/Nurse
Emily Saucedo
School Nurse
847-824-1303
Eneira Camarillo
Health Clerk
847-824-5595
Library info
The Des Plaines Library offers many options for students in our school district.
Health/safety
Your student's health and safety is our top priority here at Orchard Place Elementary school.
• Report a safety concern tip
• Report a harassment, intimidation and bullying tip
• Crisis and prevention information for families