District Recognition Dinner, May 21

The district's recognition dinner for the 2012-13 retirees will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center at 625 E. St. Joseph Street. The Social Hour will begin at 5:00 p.m. with dinner following at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $18.00 and may be purchased through Erin Sturgis at 525-3006. Please call or email Erin (esturgis@sps186.org) by May 10, 2013, to RSVP for the retirement dinner.

Retirements 2013

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Mary Ann Robinson, ELC.
After 25 years, she's finally getting out of preK. Please help us celebrate her retirement with a punch and cookie reception at the ELC on May 23 from 3-5 pm. All current and former preK families are welcome to attend. Hosted by Early Learning Center Social Committee.
May 23, 2013
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Sue Palmer & Karen Sunderlin; Washington Middle School
When: Friday, May 10, 2013, 5-7:30
Where: Illini Country Club
Menu: hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, dessert, coffee, tea, and lemonade
Attire: Casual, Jeans acceptable
Cost: $25 per person, $45 per couple (includes money for gifts)
Please send your registration and payment to Ashley Barham
at WMS by Friday May 4th. (abarham@sps186.org if you have questions)
May 10, 2013
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Jane Blickhan; Sandburg
Jane Blickhan is retiring from Sandburg School. Everyone is welcome to a fun and casual gathering to celebrate. Party is May 16th 4:00-6:30 at Dublin Pub on the patio!! No RSVP required!!
May 16, 2013
Teresa Huffman; Jefferson
Please join us in wishing Teresa Huffman best wishes on her retirement on Friday, April 26th from 4:30-8:30PM at the Lake Springfield Beach House. The cost is $20 per person which will cover food and a donation toward a gift. Please RSVP by April 22, 2013 to Mindy Kulavic or Karon Gephart . For more information, please call Jefferson Middle School at 525-3176.
Apr. 26, 2013
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Jane Chard; 1900
You are invited to a reception to celebrate the retirement of Jane Chard on Friday, May 17, 2013 at the Springfield Motor Boat Club. Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres will be served from 4-7 pm. The $25 cost per person will cover the hors d'oeuvres and donation toward a gift. Please R.S.V.P. to Bonnie Camille (bcamille@sps186.org) by May 10.
May 17, 2013
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Kristine Huddlston, Barbara Boosinger; Franklin Middle School
You are invited to share in the celebration for Barbara Boosinger and Kristine Huddleston on May 11, 2013 at the Island Bay Yacht Club. Cocktails will begin at 6:00 and the meal will be served at 6:45. A variety of BBQ dishes will be served along with side dishes and desserts. The $25.00 cost per person will cover the meal and a donation toward gifts.
Please R.S.V.P. by May 8, 2013 to Darleen or Debbie at 525-3164 or ajohnson@sps186.org.
May 11, 2013
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Janet Stratton; Southeast
You are invited to share in the retirement celebration for Janet Stratton. The party will be on May 23rd at the Springfield Yacht Club cocktails at 6pm dinner will follow at 6:30 pm. The $25.00 cost per person will cover the meal and gift. Please send RSVP and payment to Cherie Oneill at Southeast High School by May 16th.
May 23, 2013
Laura Lael, Lawrence Education Center
Please join us as we offer Laura Lael best wishes on her retirement! Open house at Lawrence Education Center, 101 East Laurel May 23, 3-5:30 pm.
May 23, 2013
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Maura Brady, Lanphier High School
When: Friday, May 10, 2013
Where: Anchor Boat Club
Time: 5:30
Menu: Sliders, Chips, Pasta Salad
Cost: $20 per person (includes dinner,gifts, and cake); Checks payable to Lanphier High School
Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 7 to Scott Metzke; smetz@sps186.org or Kathy Moreland; kmorelan@sps186.org
May 10, 2013
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Pat Curry, Pam LeBlang, Robin Yoggerst; Springfield High
Please keep the evening of May 22 open to send off Pat Curry, Pam LeBlang and Robin Yoggerst to the new chapter in their lives...retirement!
Happy Hour 5:30-6:30 Dinner 6:30
Dinner Consists Of: Pulled Pork, Fish, Fries, Baked Beans, Salad, Veggie Trays and Desserts
Please Make Checks Payable To: Springfield High School In Care Of Mary Finigan ($15.00 Per Person)
Where: Anchor Boat Club 407 East Lake Shore Drive
RSVP: Please Call 217-525-3100 To Make Your Reservations by May 15th
May 22, 2013
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Sandy DeNotto; Butler
Instead of a party, Sandy hopes that any individual wishing to recognize her retirement make a donation in her name to APL, 1001 Taintor Rd, Spfld, IL 62703. The staff at Butler wishes her the best as she enters this next chapter in her life. We'll miss you, Sandy!
Sharon Clark; Ridgely School
Retirement Party for Sharon Clark, kindergarten assistant at Ridgely Elementary School; Long Bridge Golf Course; May 23, 4 :00 - 6:00 p.m.
May 23, 2013
Gay Fisher; Wilcox
Gay Fisher; Wilcox, Secretary Extraordinaire; Wilcox Elementary will honor Gay on May 23.
Karen Guger; Student Support Services
Please join us in celebrating Karen Guger's retirement on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Boone's Saloon 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, drinks and cake will be served. The $15.00 cost per person will cover the hors d'oeuvres and gift. Please send your RSVP and payment by May 22, 2013 to Sarah Hardy: shardy@sps186.org or call 525-3363.
Checks should be made payable to Student Support Service and sent to: Sarah Hardy, SSS Graham, 900 W. Edwards, Springfield, IL 62704
May 28, 2013
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Bonnie Boggs
Bonnie has worked for District 186 for over 35 years. She began her career at 1900. Bonnie has worked the majority of her time at Lawrence Education Center. She didn't want the fuss and attention of a party, however, cards are appreciated to wish her well. The staff at LEC sends best wishes as she starts her retirement on June 28!
Wendy Boatman, Gale Fowler, Clara Knous, Chris Gaffigan and Reva Dawdy-Goodall; Lindsay Elementary
Please join us for their last "Faculty Meeting".
When: Thursday, May 23, 2013
Time: 4:00-6:00
Where: Brickhouse Grill and Pub (West)
Pizza will be provided. (while it lasts) Drinks may be purchased at the bar.
May 23, 2013
Cynthia Shambley
Retirement celebration Saturday, June 8. Reception, gathering of friends with music and hors d'oeuvres from 6-10 pm at Long Bridge Golf Course. Gifts and/or wishing well donations will go to Springfield Grow Your Own Teacher Program.
$15 per person, RSVP due by June 3, 2013 Cindy 525-3006 or cbergeron@sps186.org or Doris 525-7924 or dwool@sps186.org
Jun. 8, 2013
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Sara Oehlert, Iles
In lieu of a big party and in appreciation for all of the amazing teachers and students that I have been so lucky to work with, the YMCA of the Rockies would gratefully accept donations to the Camp Chief Ouray Scholarship Fund. Each summer, Camp Chief Ouray teaches thousands of kids how to learn, work and play together while developing the core values of caring, honesty, respect responsibility and faith. (http://www.ymcadonations.org/)
YMCA of the Rockies
Attention: Jinetta Zentmire
2515 Tunnel Road
Estes Park, CO 80511
Mary Ann Rupcich; Ball Charter
Carla Hoffmeister; Graham
Please join the staff of Graham Elementary in celebrating the retirement of Carla Hoffmeister. There will be a cake and punch reception on Tuesday, June 4th at 2:15 in the library. Carla is a lover of animals. She was instrumental in bringing the “Paws to Read” program through the APL to Graham. If you wish to honor Carla, please make a donation in her name to APL, 1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62703.
Carla is also an avid reader. To help keep her busy this summer and into the dawning of her retirement, in your card please include the book title of a favorite book, or even a copy of the book.
Jun. 4, 2013
Kathy Nixon; Reading Teacher, Addams
Cheryl Krell; Laketown Elementary
Cheryl Krell retires on May 29 after 30 1/2 years of teaching.