Springfield Public Schools - District 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/ #connect186

Grant Middle School's AVID program is paving the way for college and career readiness! Today, our 8th-grade AVID students had an incredible opportunity to explore the University of Missouri campus. They immersed themselves in college life, met the iconic Mizzou tiger, and even participated in a fun fundraiser by 'pie-ing' a student! This experience isn't just about a field trip—it's about igniting a passion for higher education and exposing our students to the possibilities that await them. Thank you to everyone who made this unforgettable day possible! 🎓✨ #AVIDAdventures #CollegeReady #FutureLeaders

Tonight at the school board meeting, we had a delightful surprise from Springfield Lucky Horseshoes & Horace Mann Superintendent Jennifer Gill was honored with a remarkable gift—a limited edition pencil bat, symbolizing her dedication and contributions to our community. These exclusive bats will even take center stage during the upcoming Horace Mann & Lucky Horseshoes Educator Appreciation Night game on June 20, 2024. We love our community partners!! ❤⚾️ #connect186 #weare186 #ourcommunity

🐸 🐸 Monday morning dawned with boundless excitement as the Frogs of Owen Marsh Elementary leaped with joy! 🐸 🐸 Mrs. Poppenhouse, was awarded the Teacher of the Month title by the Illinois Educators Credit Union! 🌟 Her dedication and passion have shone brightly, earning her a well-deserved $300.00 check. One of her students enthusiastically yelled out "She deserves this" during the presentation!! It's sweet moments like this that make your heart full! 🎉 Thank you, Mrs. Poppenhouse, for your unwavering commitment to shaping the futures of our students at OME! 🍎 #connect186 #weare186 #owenmarsh #OME ✨ #TeacherAppreciation #EducationExcellence"

Don't wait!! Register now for Round 2 of Thriving Families on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Southeast High School This event will focus on - What does getting support look like? Attendees can expect to learn how to develop their supportive network and connect with local agencies and resources in our community while gaining a deeper understanding of coping skills for life's challenges. If you want to shift from surviving to thriving, this event is for you! Location: - Southeast High School | 2350 E. Ash Street, Springfield, IL 62703 | Enter off of Taylor St. 5:30 Doors Open 6:00 Light Dinner & Local Resource Fair 6:30 Welcome 6:45 Dr. Holt 7:30 Local Resource Fair On-site childcare for children 3 years of age and up. 

Jump Start is a FREE, summer learning program for students in Springfield starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2024. Jump Start Program - June 12- July 10, 2024 - 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Early Learning Center - 2501 S. 1st street - Transportation will be provided * This camp will prioritize students who have little to no Pre-K experience. 📝Sign up today at: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfykGqTO5tpps.../viewform

We hope to see you at these great performances at two of our high schools! Southeast High School presents Clue: High School Edition on April 20 & April 21st at SSHS Auditorium! Then you can catch Springfield High School presents Chicago : Teen Edition at Schnirring Auditorium at SHS the following weekend April 26, 27 & 28th. See the attached fliers for details! #SupportTheArts #Connect186

🧵✂️ Our Springfield High School freshmen are diving into the world of creativity and practical skills with Ms. Moscardelli's Introduction to Family & Consumer Science class! 🎨👨‍🍳 From crafting adorable little monsters to unleashing their imagination with their own sewing projects, our students are embracing the beauty of hands-on learning. 🌟 Family & Consumer Science isn't just about sewing and cooking; it's about empowering our students with essential life skills that they'll carry with them forever. 👩‍👧‍👦💼 From budgeting and nutrition to communication and problem-solving, FCS equips students with the tools they need to thrive in both their personal and professional lives. 💡 Let's continue to support and celebrate the importance of Family & Consumer Science education in shaping well-rounded individuals! 📚🎉 #connect186

🎶 Don't miss out on the sweet sounds of our talented students at the All-City Musical! 🎵 Join us tomorrow night, March 26th, at UIS Sangamon Auditorium for an unforgettable musical extravaganza featuring performances from our middle school and high school choirs and bands. 🎼 This cherished musical tradition is one you won't want to miss!

📚🌟 Hip Hip Hooray for reading! 🌟📚 Exciting news! WICS ABC Newschannel 20is teaming up with District 186 to celebrate national reading month! 🎉 Several familiar faces from the TV news station are spreading the joy of reading by visiting some of our elementary schools throughout the month for special guest reading sessions. 📺📖 Today, Iles School had the pleasure of hosting morning show anchor, AJ Gersh, in Ms. Sharp's 1st-grade class. 🍎📚 A.J. captivated the students with an awesome story called "Reach For The Stars". 🌟 The kids were so engaged and even had many questions for A.J. after he finished reading! It's incredible to see how much our students enjoy connecting with community members through these read-alongs. 🤗 Let's keep spreading the love of reading! ❤️ #connect186 #sps186 #ReadingMonth #CommunityEngagement #ABCNewschannel20 #District186 📚📺

Grant Middle School’s Gina Romer presented at the Illinois Reading Conference on adolescent and young adult novels that help support social emotional learning! Way to go Ms. Romer!