Plainfield Academy is a proud member of the Chicago Area Alternative Education League. CAAEL, a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, has been providing a full spectrum of academic, athletic, and art programs to the Chicagoland area's most at-risk youth since 1976. Each year, CAAEL offers 1000+ events to 5,000 students from 30 Illinois counties.

The customized leagues and events, which take place during the school day, help our students develop compassion and tolerance, work as a team, and accept the consequences of their choices.

CAAEL truly is a celebration of what kids in alternative education programs are capable of as it improves school attendance, increases compliance with school rules and enhances academic performance.

To learn more about CAAEL, please visit CAAEL.ORG.

Congratulations to the 2023 CAAEL Softball team for being voted in and winning the Sportsmanship Award.