All incoming freshman mark your calendar for Freshman Forward on Thursday, August 8, 2024 | 8:24 a.m - 11:30 am
This event is an opportunity for Freshmen to meet students, teachers and administration at their home high school. Students will get to tour the facility and learn more about their high school experience!
Students need to report to the high school that is in their boundary area.Students can use our First Student bus service or be dropped off.
The Keep Kids in School Coalition will be offering physicals and immunizations for District 186 students on Wednesday, August 7th at the Sangamon County Department of Public Health. Sign-in hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
No appointment needed.
The clinic will only serve District 186 students who are entering Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade and those who are new to Illinois who must provide a current physical exam and immunization record. All 12th grade students must provide proof of having received a dose of the meningococcal vaccine on or after their 16th birthday. The legal parent or guardian must accompany their child.
No sports physicals will be offered. Thank you!
We are hosting 6th grade orientation on Thursday, August 8th, 2024!
All incoming 6th grade students are invited to attend their home school from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Please note that the ending time has changed from what was previously reported.
Students will engage in activities, tour the school and learn more about their upcoming middle school experience.
Students need to report to the middle school in their boundary area.
Students can use their designated school bus route or be dropped off at their school. This event is for students only.
Please get your student(s) registered!!! Online Registration is open!
In-person registration is available on the following dates/times :
Elementary School
August 5, 2024, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Middle School / High School / Early Learning Center
August 5, 2024, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
August 6, 2024, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Middle School Softball Tryouts are coming!!!!
Calling all 6th- 8th grade girls in District 186 interested in play softball!
Tryouts will be July 31st and August 1st
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Lawless Park 1500 | 11th Street |
Questions call 217-525-3236 or email bhoffek@sps186.org
📢✨ Join Us at the District 186 Career Fair! ✨📢
Looking for an exciting new opportunity? Come to District 186's Career Fair on July 11, 2024! Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, we can't wait to meet you and help you join Team 186! 🚀🎓
🗓️ Date: July 11, 2024
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
📍 Location: District Office, 3063 Fiat Ave, Springfield, IL
Explore a variety of positions, connect with our amazing team, and discover why District 186 is the place for you! Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to advance your career. See you there! 🌟💼
#District186 #CareerFair #JoinOurTeam #JobOpportunities #CareerGrowth #MeetTheTeam #connect186 #sps186 #weare186
Sign your incoming 7th, 8th, or 9th grader up for our Jr. Capitols Esports Summer Camp on Saturday, July 13th! It's the last day to register & receive a free t-shirt!! Late registration closes July 8th!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfekX-ziBwoUI9kFbkThL7mUO7rLGOHpUwxHEXdWzccGfGwjA/viewform
🌞✨ Shoutout to all of our amazing summer staff! ✨🌞
Our summer programs wouldn’t be the same without the dedication and hard work of our incredible team. They make a huge impact on our students, helping them prepare for the next school year, build character, and gain unique experiences they might not get anywhere else.❤
Recognizing our staff is crucial because their passion and commitment help shape the future of our students. Thank you for all you do! 💛📚
#connect186 #weare186 #SummerStaff #EducationHeroes #BuildingFutures #SummerLearning #sps186
Parents & Guardians - Make sure to schedule your student's back to school physical and immunizations appointments as soon as possible!!!
🎹🎼🎹Congratulations Trey!!! 🎹🎼🎹
🖤🎉💛Grant Middle School is at Beta Nationals in Savannah, Georgia this week!! GMS student Trey Sutton placed 4th in performance-instrumentalist!! His beautiful piano performance of Golden Hour stole the show!! Way to represent 186!!!
Middle School Softball Tryouts are coming!!!! Calling all 6th- 8th grade girls in District 186 interested in play softball! Tryouts will be July 31st and August 1st 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Lawless Park 1500. 11th Street
Questions call 217-525-3236 or email bhoffek@sps186.org
High School Summer School Registration is Tomorrow, Thursday, June 6th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lanphier High School students will register at Lanphier High School - 1300 N 11th Street
Springfield High School Students will register at Southeast High School - 2350 E Ash
Southeast High School Students will register at Southeast High School - 2350 E Ash
Summer School starts on Monday, June 10, 2024 !
Superintendent Jennifer Gill and School Board Members recognized the boys 7th grade track team from Jefferson Middle School that placed 2nd at state and the boys track team members from Washington Middle School that won first place in 4x400 and 4x200 at state ! Congratulations!
Notice of Change in Meeting Location : The Board of Education, Springfield School District No. 186, will convene the Board Meetings of Monday, June 3, 2024, and Monday, June 17, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., in the PD Room, 3063 Fiat Avenue. This is a change from the previously scheduled location of 1900 West Monroe Street.
It is expected that the Board will immediately adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters as noticed on the meeting agenda for both meetings. It is expected that during the June 3, 2024 meeting, the Board will reconvene the public portion of the meeting at 6:30 p.m. This is a change from the previously scheduled 6:00 p.m. time. The public portion of the meeting of Monday, June 17, 2024, is expected to begin at 6:00 p.m., as presently scheduled.
For additional information, contact Julie Hammers, Board Secretary, 217/525-4406, jhammers@sps186.org.
Let’s hear it for the Warriors!!!
Washington 7th grade boys 4x400 and 4x200 relay teams took first place at IESA State Track Meet!!
🎉🏅 Huge congratulations to our Jefferson Middle School Jaguars! The JMS boys track team took home 2nd place overall at the IESA State Track Meet this weekend!
We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and fantastic performance. Way to go, Jaguars!
Looking to join Team 186? We are holding a job fair in collaboration with Springfield Urban League tomorrow, Wednesday, May 15th from 3:00-6:00 pm at NAACP - 801 S 11th St, Springfield, IL 62703!! See you there!!!
Tryouts for LMS| SBCS Cheerleading are coming!
Interested students and parents need to attend a parent meeting on May 9, 2024!
See attached flyer for more information!
🦁🧡🖤 It was a great event last night at Lanphier High School as we celebrated our student-athletes' Signing Day! 🎉🎓🏆
Families and friends gathered to cheer on our Lions as they take the next step in their athletic journeys. 🌟👏 Balancing school and sports isn't easy, but these Lions have shown incredible dedication and perseverance! 🤼🥎🏇🏀🏈
💪📚 Our students are well-prepared for success and the next steps in their educational journey!! 🎓✨ We'll be rooting for them every step of the way! 🤼🥎🏇🏀🏈
Go Lions! 🦁🧡🖤
Basketball :
Jessie Bates – Olive Harvery
Madison Shelby – Illinois Valley
Football:
Jayden Crowder – Eureka College
Treshaun Lancaster – St. Ambrose University
Softball:
Tamaih Jefferson – Dominican University
Wrestling:
Chace Majerus – Blackburn College
Equestrian Sports:
Cambrey Hedges – Delaware State
#connect186 #weare186 #sps186 #LanphierPride #StudentAthlete #CollegeBound 🏀⚾️🏈
Kindergarten Preview Night is TOMORROW!!!
Join us as we open our doors to give you a sneak peek
Thursday, April 25, 2024 | 6- 7 p.m.
Open to all children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2024.
Click here to find your boundary school - https://schoollocator.mapomatix.com/district/1737080/
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