Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N. Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
6 days ago, Plano 88
bag of fruits and veggies, eggs and milk
Just a reminder that there will be an early dismissal on Friday, March 6th for students.
Please Note: Half-day preschool students will not attend on Friday, March 6th.

There will be a School Improvement Day for staff following the early dismissal.

Approximate dismissal times are listed below, but please follow times that have been published by your student's school if they differ from these times.

Early Dismissal Times - Friday, March 6th

Plano Early Learning 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on March 6th)
PH Miller (Preschool) – 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on March 6th)
PH Miller School (Grades K-1) 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
Centennial School – 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
Emily G Johns School – 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Plano Middle School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM
Plano High School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM
15 days ago, Plano 88
Billboard with Early Dismissal Friday on it
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, February 20th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
about 1 month ago, Plano 88
Tin can with flowers

Just a friendly reminder that there will be an early dismissal on Friday, February 13th for students and no school on Monday, February 16th in observance of President's Day.
Please note: Half-day preschool students will not attend on Friday, February 13th.
Approximate dismissal times are listed below, but please follow times that have been published by your student's school if they differ from these times:
*Friday, February 13th - Morning Early Dismissal Times
• Plano Early Learning – 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on Feb 13th)
• PH Miller (Preschool) – 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on Feb 13th)
• PH Miller School (Grades K-1) – 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
• Centennial School – 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
• Emily G Johns School – 9:00 AM-12:00 NOON
• Plano Middle School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM
• Plano High School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM


Solo un recordatorio amistoso de que habrá salida temprana el viernes 13 de febrero para los estudiantes y no habrá clases el lunes 16 de febrero en conmemoración del Día del Presidente.
Tenga en cuenta: Los estudiantes de preescolar de medio día no asistirán el viernes 13 de febrero.
Los horarios de salida aproximados se enumeran a continuación, pero siga los horarios publicados por la escuela de su estudiante si difieren de estos horarios:
*Viernes 13 de febrero: horario de salida temprano por la mañana
• Plano Early Learning: 7:20 a. m. a 10:00 a. m. (solo clases de PK de día completo; no habrá clases de medio día el 13 de febrero)
• PH Miller (preescolar) – 7:20 a. m. a 10:00 a. m. (solo clases de PK de día completo; no habrá clases de medio día el 13 de febrero)
• Escuela PH Miller (grados K-1) – 7:20 a. m. a 10:30 a. m.
• Escuela Centenario – 7:20 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
• Escuela Emily G Johns – 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 del mediodía
• Escuela secundaria de Plano – 8:20 a. m. a 11:20 a. m.
• Escuela secundaria de Plano – 8:20 a. m.-11:20 a. m.

about 1 month ago, Plano 88
Early Release/No School Alert for Presidents Day
Plano CUSD #88 Band Showcase Concert
Grades 5, 7, and High School Concert Band: February 15th at 1:30 pm.
Grades 6, 8, and High School Symphonic Band: February 15th at 4:30 pm.
about 1 month ago, Plano 88
Band Showcase Concert with details 1:30
Band Showcase Concert with details 4:30
Please be reminded that there will be no school on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
2 months ago, Plano 88
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Picture of MLK and flag
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, January 16th, from 6-7:30 PM.  All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N. Center Street.  Bring your food pantry card, if you have one.  If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
2 months ago, Plano 88
Cans of food on a football field and on shelves
Just a friendly reminder that there will be an early dismissal on Friday, December 19th for students.
Please note: Half-day preschool students will not attend on Friday, December 19th.
Approximate dismissal times are listed below, but please follow times that have been published by your student's school if they differ from these times:
*Friday, December 19th - Morning Early Dismissal Times
Plano Early Learning – 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on Dec 19th)
PH Miller (Preschool) – 7:20 AM-10:00 AM (Full-day PK classes only; no half-day classes on Dec 19th)
PH Miller School (Grades K-1) – 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
Centennial School – 7:20 AM-10:30 AM
Emily G Johns School – 9:00 AM-12:00 NOON
Plano Middle School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM
Plano High School – 8:20 AM-11:20 AM
We will see you all back on Monday, January 5th. Enjoy the time off!

Sólo un recordatorio amistoso de que habrá salida temprana el viernes 19 de diciembre para los estudiantes.
Tenga en cuenta: los estudiantes de preescolar de medio día no asistirán el viernes 19 de diciembre.
Los horarios de salida aproximados se enumeran a continuación, pero siga los horarios publicados por la escuela de su estudiante si difieren de estos horarios:
*Viernes 20 de diciembre - Horario de salida temprano por la mañana
· Plano Early Learning: 7:20 a. m. a 10:00 a. m. (solo clases de PK de día completo; no habrá clases de medio día el 19 de diciembre)
· PH Miller (preescolar) – 7:20 a. m. a 10:00 a. m. (solo clases de PK de día completo; no habrá clases de medio día el 19 de diciembre)
· PH Miller (grados K-1) – 7:20 a. m. a 10:30 a. m.
· Centennial – 7:20 a. m. a 10:30 a. m.
· Emily G Johns – 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 del mediodía
· Plano Middle School – 8:20 a. m. a 11:20 a. m.
· Plano High School – 8:20 a. m. a 11:20 a. m.
Nos vemos a todos el lunes 5 de enero. ¡Disfruta del tiempo libre!
3 months ago, Plano 88
Snowman with Enjoy Your Winter Break
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, December 19th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don’t, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
3 months ago, Plano 88
box of canned goods with Santa hat

Over our two-day Institute, Day 1 featured Dr. Thurwanger discussing the upcoming Portrait of a Learner project, inspiring student speakers at 'Voices of Plano,' and professional development on Professional Learning Communities. Day 2 included recognition of our Teacher Leaders, an inspirational message from speaker Chase Mielke, and wrapped up with PK-12 Vertical Articulation. We are so thankful for the dedication and passion of our staff in Plano CUSD 88!

4 months ago, Faith Skinner
Our high school Madrigals sang Monday morning before our program began.
Dr. Thurwanger discussed the upcoming project, Portrait of a Learner.
Voices of Plano speaker, Molly, shared her story and passion for the Plano school district.
Voices of Plano speaker, Sabina, shared why she loves going to school at EGJ!
Speaker , Eric Twadell, presented on Professional Learning Communities
Our Teacher Leaders planned a great day of Vertical Articulation with our PK-12 teachers!
Chase Mielke delivered a funny, heart warming and inspirational message.
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry... Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, November 21st from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N. Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
4 months ago, Plano 88
Thanksgiving Turkey with Pilgrims and Indians
Early Dismissal on October 30th and No School on October 31st/Salida Temprana el 30 de Octubre y No Hay Clases el 31 de Octubre
5 months ago, Plano 88
Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences
FREE Food Pantry is Friday, October 17th
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry... Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, October 17th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N. Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
5 months ago, Plano 88
food platter pumpkin and ghost made out of cheese
Three Day Weekend Ahead!
Reminder, there is no school on Monday, October 13th.
Have a great weekend!
5 months ago, Plano 88
Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day
We would like to invite you to our next One Community, One Family event! Our 2 summer events were a huge success and we have new activities and giveaways planned! Please RSVP to join us on Tuesday, November 4th from 6:00-7:30pm at Plano High School. Free childcare, interpreters and snacks will be provided. We hope to see you there as we strive to build a sense of belonging and relationships in our community!
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¡Les invitamos a nuestro próximo evento "Una Comunidad, Una Familia"! Nuestros dos eventos de verano fueron todo un éxito y tenemos nuevas actividades y sorteos planeados. Por favor, confirmen su asistencia el martes 4 de noviembre de 6:00 p. m. a 7:30 p. m. en la Preparatoria Plano. Habrá cuidado de niños, intérpretes y refrigerios gratuitos. ¡Esperamos verlos allí mientras nos esforzamos por fomentar un sentido de pertenencia y relaciones en nuestra comunidad!
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5 months ago, Faith Skinner
OCOF
OCOF

Donate While You Dine at Culver's in Plano! Tuesday October 14th from 5 - 8 pm./Done mientras cena en Culver's en Plano! Marties 14 de Octubre de 5 a 8 pm
Visit Culver's of Plano on Tuesday, October 14th from 5 - 8 pm and a percentage of the sales will be donated to the Plano Area Special Education Cooperative Cares Closet and Giving Tree.
Culver's of Plano, 6400 Lakeside Rd.

6 months ago, Plano 88
Culver's Night Flyer
FREE Food Pantry is Friday, September 19th
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, September 19th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, September 19th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have one. If you don't, bring identification and one will be issued in a couple minutes.
6 months ago, Plano 88
Food staples

Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry...Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more on Friday, August 15th from 6-7:30 PM. All in need are invited to stop by the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.

7 months ago, Plano 88
Restock Your Pantry for Back to School
Student Fee Waivers
Families who are not directly certified from the State of Illinois (SNAP, Medicaid or Foster-eligible), will be contacted by the school district and provided information to apply for registration fee waivers. Based on the income information provided on the household information form, students’ fees may be waived (free), reduced (50%) or full-pay. Remember, families do not need to complete any paperwork in order to receive free breakfast and lunch at school. ALL students are eligible for FREE meals during the 2025-26 school year.

El distrito escolar se comunicará con las familias que no estén certificadas directamente por el Estado de Illinois (SNAP, Medicaid o que cumplan con los requisitos para familias de acogida) y les proporcionará información para solicitar la exención de la cuota de inscripción. Según la información de ingresos proporcionada en el formulario de información del hogar, las cuotas de los estudiantes pueden ser exentas (gratuitas), reducidas (50%) o pagadas completamente. Recuerden que las familias no necesitan completar ningún trámite para recibir desayuno y almuerzo gratuitos en la escuela. TODOS los estudiantes son elegibles para recibir comidas GRATUITAS durante el año escolar 2025-26.
8 months ago, Plano 88
Waiver Application clip art
Free Meals for ALL Students, All School Year

The Plano School District has been approved for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). With this new option in place, all students enrolled in District 88 are eligible to receive a FREE healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to their household each day of this school year. Morning Preschool students will receive a full breakfast at school and afternoon Preschool students will receive a full lunch at school.

Ala carte items will be available for purchase at the middle and high schools. A student must accept a fully reimbursable meal (contains all components) in order for it to be marked free. All students are eligible to purchase milk to accompany a sack breakfast or lunch from home. A fully reimbursable meal includes a carton of milk. A student would need to order a fully reimbursable meal in order to receive free milk.
8 months ago, Plano 88
school lunch carrots apple sandwich salad water