IL SR1323

Congratulates St. Mary Immaculate Parish School of Plainfield on its 70th anniversary as an institution of spiritual life and education.

Recognizes the school's founding history, including purchase of land in October 1953, groundbreaking in November 1954, and opening in September 1955 with 167 students and four teachers.

Acknowledges the category F5 tornado on August 28, 1990 that killed 29 people including three school members: Principal Sr. Mary Keenan, music teacher Gloria Sanchez, and usher Howard Hawes Jr.

Notes the school's rebuilding efforts and subsequent reopening in fall 1993, followed by spiritual and physical growth with new families moving to the Plainfield area.

Recognizes National Catholic Schools Week celebration from January 26 to February 1, 2025, highlighting Catholic schools' emphasis on moral values and community service.