D. 202 new Superintendent of Schools Dr. Glenn Wood talks about the start of the 2022-2023 school year, his vision for the future, and what is the coolest part of his job

D. 202 Assistant Superintendent for Administration and Personnel Jennifer Orlos, and A&P Directors Shannon Miller-Finlayon (middle school) and Dr. Scott Fink (elementary) discuss the pandemic's impact on staffing the 5th largest school distinct in Illinois, and District 202's focus on improving staff diversity and supporting all staff.

District 202 Associate Superintendent Dr. Glenn Wood, Director for Elementary Curriculum Dr. Tammy Sroczynski, and Director for Middle School Curriculum Dr. Paula Sereleas discuss the district's gifted education program and long-standing efforts to support and serve the needs of its academically advanced students.

District 202 Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations Tony Arbogast, Administrative Assistant Drio Turcios, and Aramark Food Services Manager Tamara Castaneda discuss the district's highly successful (and extremely challenging) program to serve more than four million free meals to students since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020.

District 202 high school Principals Chris Chlebek (Plainfield High School - Central Campus), Bob Yanello (Plainfield South High School), Ross Draper (Plainfield North High School) and Dr. Joe O'Brien (Plainfield East High School) discuss the unique challenges and rewards of leading thousands of teens as they finish their public school careers, learn how to be successful young adults, and set their sights on the future.

District 202 middle school Principals Kai Evans (Drauden Point), John Evans (Indian Trail), Danielle Cournaya (Heritage Grove) and AJ Hundal (John F. Kennedy) discuss the unique challenges and rewards of leading middle schools in 2021, and working with adolescents as they strive to figure out who they are, and want to be.

Tom Hernandez talks about the unique atmosphere, rewards, and challenges of elementary school with Principals Curtis Hudson (Charles Reed Elementary); Carol Betzold (Crystal Lawns Elementary); Michelle Imbordino (Liberty Elementary School); and Jeff Schafermeyer (Walker's Grove Elementary School.)

Paula Sereleas, director of middle school curriculum and instruction, discusses why middle school is a special time, and some of the academic and social changes made in District 202 to support middle school students.

Parents are critical partners in the school experience. Veteran District 202 parent leader Betsey Vinson discusses the role parents play in supporting their schools and some of the highlights and challenges that come with parental involvement.

Former Plainfield Mayor and Plainfield High School graduate Mike Collins (Class of 1964) chats about the special relationship between the municipality, the school district, the challenges they have met together and the community they serve.