Polo Community Unit School District

Families, this is a reminder that the alley at Centennial is not to be used for dropping off or picking up kids when our buses are coming. If your children walk, please remind them not to use the alley to get to the playground.

Yearbooks Have Arrived! 📚

You can pick up your copy from Mrs. Coy during the following times:

Today: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Tomorrow: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Didn't order one? Extra yearbooks are available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis!

Please help us welcome Mr. Merdian to Polo CUSD!

Our amazing students did it again! These girls used the earnings from their back-to-school lemonade stand to purchase and donate school supplies for others. Thank you, ladies, for your incredible hard work and generous hearts!

Please help us welcome Mr. Glawe to PCUSD!

Welcome back, Centennial students

Due to the change in the IHSA calendar, we will not be doing a Meet the Marcos this year. We will have a pep assembly for all sports on August 21st at 2:45

Freshmen Orientation is on August 6th, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Polo Community High School. Centennial's back-to-school night is on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm at Centennial Elementary School. Aplington Middle School's back-to-school night for 6th grade students and new students is on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

The new school year is almost here!!!! The first day of school for the Polo Community Unit School District #222 is Wednesday, August 12th. Just a reminder that August 12th will have an 11:15 am dismissal. August 13th and August 14th will have a 2:00 pm dismissal. Pre-kindergarten will start on August 17th! We are looking forward to another great year!

As we gear up for an exciting new school year, our district continues to grow and evolve. Just as our students step into new grade levels, several of our dedicated staff members are stepping into new roles across the district. Please join us in celebrating these transitions and wishing our team the best in their new positions!

Please help us welcome Ms. Rowell to Polo CUSD!

Please help us welcome Mrs. Brown to Polo CUSD!

Please help us welcome Ms. Muntean to Polo CUSD!

Sports Passes Available!

It’s that time of year again—school will be back in session and sports season is right around the corner!

Family Sports Passes are now available for purchase in the high school office. Passes are $200.00 for the year and cover immediate family (parents and K–12 students).

Please note that payments must be made at the high school. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 815-946-3314. Go team!

Please help us welcome Mrs. Murphy to Polo CUSD!

Help us welcome Ms. Bronder to Polo CUSD!

Please help us welcome Mrs. Gray to Polo CUSD!

FINAL ROUND - TUESDAY, JULY 28 📸 ATTENTION ALL ATHLETES & PARENTS: Media Day is Coming! 📸 FALL SPORTS ONLY - ALL HS Athletes It’s time to get camera-ready! Athletes need to head to the high school for individual photos and a short video clip. 👕 Please wear your correct, numbered game uniform. (If you don't have yours yet, don't sweat it—we will help you out when you get here!) 📅 The Schedule (8:30 AM – 9:30 AM) TUESDAY, July 28 👟 Sport-Specific Uniform Notes: 🏃‍♂️ Cross Country: If you can’t access your uniform yet, a Cross Country t-shirt is perfect. 🏈 Football: Wear your top jersey paired with jeans or nice shorts. ⛳ Golf: Wear your golf polo with khakis. Email ejoines@poloschools.net if you have questions.

Please help us welcome Ms. O'Donnell to Polo Schools!