Springfield Public Schools - District 186

Congratulations to all of our students of the month across District 186 thanks to Jimmy John's for providing our students with a free voucher for a sandwich and some Jimmy John's swag! Here are some recipients from JMS & SSHS! Keep up the great work 186!! #connect186 #weare186

We are absolutely thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to our Preview Night on Thursday, April 25th, 2024! 🎈 This special evening is dedicated to welcoming you with open arms to District 186, where we're eager to embark on this incredible journey together. 🏫 Join us as we open our doors to give you a sneak peek into the wonderful world of kindergarten at our school. From exciting classrooms to dedicated teachers, we're excited to showcase all the amazing opportunities that await your little ones. When : Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Open to all children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2024. Hosted at all District 186 Elementary Schools. Call (217)525-3011 for information

George Washington Carver and Friends event was a success at Matheny-Withrow Elementary School - a traveling theater group performed a wonderful production for the students. The story followed a student writing a book report on African American inventors. #connect186 #mathenywithrow

Are you interested in the medical field? Incoming 9th graders for the 2024-2025 school year have an opportunity to apply for the Health & Science Academy at Springfield Southeast High School. Applications are due by February 29th. The Health & Science Academy is committed to a high quality education that addresses academic, intellectual, social, and work-related skills. The program is intended for students who have good attendance, a high level of self-motivation, and good academic skills. Learn more about the program : http://tinyurl.com/4f98xya3 Applications : http://tinyurl.com/4p5j3mvk

We would love to share this unique opportunity with our high school students: The Sister Cities Association of Springfield (SCAS) will be sponsoring a high school student delegation to Ashikaga, Japan from June 21 to July 1, 2024. The delegation will include 10 high school students and 2 chaperones. Information and application materials can be found on the Association’s website: https://www.scasil.org under ‘Ashikaga, Japan’. Application deadline is March 8th. ​

You still have time to nominate!! We will be accepting nominations for the Horace Mann Educator of the Year, Administrator of the Year & Rising Star awards until Friday, March 1, 2024 by 4:30 p.m. Nominate one of our educators or administrators today - https://shorturl.at/elyQW #connect186

Tune in tomorrow to listen to Superintendent Jennifer Gill talk all things 186 as she guest hosts AM Springfield! She'll cover upcoming events, activities, and more with many familiar guests from District 186 & our community! You don't want to miss it! Tomorrow on Sportsradio 1450 AM from 6:00 am - 9:00 am #connect186 #weare186

🎶🎻✨ The magic of music came alive at UIS Sangamon Auditorium today as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra took the stage for an unforgettable experience! 🎵🎉 👧👦 Students from all across District 186's 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes were treated to fabulous performances! The excitement was palpable as they immersed themselves in the enchanting melodies and learned about the fascinating sections of the orchestra. 🎼💫 But it wasn't just about listening – it was an interactive journey! From lively call-outs to epic waves of enthusiasm, our young audience members were fully engaged every step of the way. 🌊👏 A huge THANK YOU to the Illinois Symphony Orchestra for sparking a love for music in our students and making today a truly memorable occasion! Special shout-out to our First Student bus drivers for their excellent navigation and transportation for this mega field trip! 🚌🚌 #connect186 #sps186 #weare186 🙌🎶 #MusicMagic #SymphonyAdventure #District186Pride 🎻✨

The bright lights & stage are calling your name!! 🎶🎉🎶 All 186 high school students interested in taking the stage for an all city musical production have the opportunity for SIX, The Musical , All City Teen Edition!!! 🎤🎶 🎭 Virtual auditions will be accepted through February 16 🎭 Visit this link for audition materials & information : https://drive.google.com/.../1Ql-XcTR6Tmt6ugwG...

🌟 Future Leaders At Ridgely School! 🌟 This week, we had a blast hosting a Career Day for all our awesome K-5 students!👩🏾‍🚒👩🏼‍✈️🧑🏽‍💻 Firefighters, teachers, nurses, carpenters, X-ray techs, cosmetologists, painters, chefs, police officers, lawyers, sign language interpreters, and electricians joined us to share their incredible journeys and spill the beans on what makes their jobs so cool. We're all about setting our students up for success in whatever path they choose. 🎓💼 We're committed to nurturing the skills they need to shine bright on their unique paths. 🌟 #connect186 #sps186 #weare186 #RidgelySchool #CareerDayFun #FutureLeaders

As we embark on the latter part of the academic year, it is with great anticipation and excitement that we extend an invitation to you and your student for the upcoming 6th grade preview night at your student’s middle school that serves the boundary of your residence or to the school your child has received an acceptance letter from ( Lincoln Magnet School, Iles or Franklin Middle School gifted program). Date: Thursday, February 1, 2024 Time : 6:00 p.m. Location: Your assigned middle school Click Here if you need to check your boundary area school - https://schoollocator.mapomati... The purpose of this event is to provide you with valuable insights into the transition to middle school. During the evening, families will have the opportunity to tour the facility, gain information about the middle school curriculum, and meet with the administration and staff who play a pivotal role in your child's educational journey.

Rise and shine, Washington Warriors! This morning our incredible teachers and students dove headfirst into the world of knowledge! Let's take a moment to appreciate the value of attendance – showing up is a game-changer for your child's education! #connect186 #weare186

We're hiring!! We hope to see you at our District 186 Job Fair today!! Stop by our District Office - 3063 Fiat Avenue from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

In light of the remaining ice and black ice on roadways, sidewalks and parking lots, District 186 will have an e-learning day Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. We will be in school on January 24, 2024. Students are expected to login for instruction. Attendance will be taken and recorded as follows: Elementary School: Attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher | Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher. Elementary School message for those classrooms that did not send home devices: Families will receive a direct message today because a few classrooms did not send home devices on Friday because of MAP testing and other individual classroom needs. Each classroom or school that is affected will send a direct communication by the principal or classroom teacher. Please make sure to read these communications. Middle School + High School: Students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance. Attendance will be processed at the end of the day. Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent. Teachers can also request changes based on student participation. Students and families should check email and Canvas for instruction updates from their school. For more information, please visit our E-Learning webpage. Project SCOPE will be open for currently enrolled SCOPE students from 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. at four combined locations. Please visit the SCOPE webpage to see where your child should attend SCOPE on an E-Learning Day. Please contact your student’s school with any direct questions about e-learning. As always, be safe and happy learning. We appreciate your patience as we navigate through an e-learning day.

District staff, families and students, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your resilience and patience in navigating e-learning. Special kudos to our students for consistently logging in, following directions for attendance, and diligently completing assignments. Many of you have already turned your sights to tomorrow. We know that clear weather advice can be elusive and unpredictable. At this time, we plan to be in session. However, please make sure to have a plan in place for both in-school and e-learning. If, for any reason, an extra day is needed, we will make the call by 6 a.m. tomorrow based on updates from First Student Bus Service. As of now, the forecast predicts temperatures above freezing, with a gradual warm-up throughout the day. Your understanding during these weather-related decisions is truly valued. Thanks for your continued patience as we navigate through the winter weather updates and make the best decisions for everyone involved. #connect186 #sps186 #weare186

Reminder ALL Middle School & High School students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance for today, January 22, 2024! Attendance will be processed at the end of the day, so please log on and get your attendance confirmed! Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent! Elementary school attendance with devices at home: All Elementary students' attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher. Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher. Elementary school message for those classrooms that did not send home devices: Some families have received a direct message today because a few classrooms did not send home devices on Friday because of MAP testing and other individual classroom needs. Each classroom or school that is affected has sent a direct communication by the principal or the classroom teacher. Please make sure to read these communications. Thank you! We apologize for any worry or confusion that this has caused for some across the District. We understand your frustration when unpredictable weather occurs and want to put your mind at ease again that students will not be penalized in any way for grades or attendance because they do not have their device for today’s e-learning day. Thank you for following these alternate plans as we continue to navigate and improve the use of e-learning opportunities. *Please note that all middle school and high school athletic and extra- curricular activities and practices have been canceled for today, January 22, 2024.

Please note that all middle school and high school athletic and extra- curricular activities and practices have been cancelled for today, January 22, 2024.

Elementary Families: We are receiving reports that, for a variety of reasons, some elementary classrooms across the District did not send their iPads or Chromebook devices home on Friday. We want to assure you that students will not be penalized for attendance and the individual schools or classrooms that are affected will communicate directly with the families regarding the situation. School Leaders will share information with affected families via email and other direct communication by early tomorrow morning at the latest. Please look for these messages.. We appreciate your support and patience as we navigate this issue. We understand your frustration and want to put your mind at ease again that students will not be penalized in any way for grades or attendance because they do not have their device for tomorrow’s e-learning day. To reiterate, each classroom or school that is affected by this will have a direct communication provided to them by the principal or the classroom teacher. We apologize for any worry or confusion that this has caused for some across the district.

In light of the ongoing winter weather conditions, District 186 will have an e-learning day  Monday, January 22, 2024. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. We fully anticipate returning to school on January 23, 2024 in person.  Please check your email for the e-learning instructions for attendance and more.

We are keeping a close eye on the evolving winter weather. We know planning ahead is essential for families, and we want to give you a heads-up about the POSSIBILITY of an e-learning day on Monday, January 22, 2024 due to the high probability of ice early tomorrow and throughout the day. Our team is monitoring the predicted ice and wintery mix as well as the timing of this weather event, and we will notify you via alerts (Call/Text/Email & Social Media) as soon as a decision is made. We are telling you this early this evening, so you can prepare for your families. We appreciate your understanding and appreciate your patience. Decisions like these are not taken lightly. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being part of our District 186 community. #connect186 #weare186