9/3/26 - Today's Varsity Boys Golf Match, hosted by Lincoln High School, is canceled due to the heat.
⚾ FREE TICKETS FOR DISTRICT 186 FAMILIES!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
We can't wait to see you TODAY!!!
Join us for the Community Back-to-School Celebration and get ready for an incredible start to the 2026-2027 school year!
Today, July 30th | 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
Students, Families & Staff won't want to miss this FREE community event featuring:
✅ Over 90 community exhibitors with valuable resources and information
✅ Back to School Physicals available on-site
✅ Free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Free food and treats
✅ Family activities and so much more!
Whether you're looking for helpful resources, getting ready for the first day of school, or just wanting to connect with the community, there's something for everyone.
A huge thank you to our incredible community partners whose generosity and support have made this event possible. ❤
#WeAre186 #sps186 #BackToSchool #ourcommunity
Join us for the Community Back-to-School Celebration and get ready for an incredible start to the 2026-2027 school year!
Today, July 30th | 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
Students, Families & Staff won't want to miss this FREE community event featuring:
✅ Over 90 community exhibitors with valuable resources and information
✅ Back to School Physicals available on-site
✅ Free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Free food and treats
✅ Family activities and so much more!
Whether you're looking for helpful resources, getting ready for the first day of school, or just wanting to connect with the community, there's something for everyone.
A huge thank you to our incredible community partners whose generosity and support have made this event possible. ❤
#WeAre186 #sps186 #BackToSchool #ourcommunity
🚨 IMPORTANT TIME CHANGE | Middle School Softball Tryouts
Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected on July 27/28th later in the day, softball tryouts have been moved to an earlier time.
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected on July 27/28th later in the day, softball tryouts have been moved to an earlier time.
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
Keep Kids in School Clinics -No Appointment Needed
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of students? Join us at the District 186 Career Fair on July 7 and learn more about the many opportunities available across our district.
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
The countdown to a new school year is on, and District 186 is excited to welcome students, families, staff, and community members to the 2nd Annual Community Back-to-School Event on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
With the projected weather forecast in Central Illinois calling for 5-8 inches of snow, we are canceling all 8th grade girls state tournament for Saturday, December 13. Below is the new schedule for each tournament.
Here is the link to the IESA website with the updated schedule.
https://www.iesa.org/news/story.asp?ID=14802
8-3A- Germantown Hills
Quarterfinal Games- Monday, December 15
Game 1: 4:30 p.m.
Game 2: 5:45 p.m.
Game 3: 7:00 p.m.
Game 4: 8:15 p.m. : LMS/BCS vs Manteno - Bus 4:30 pm
Semifinal Games- Wednesday, December 17
Game 1: 5:00 p.m.
Game 2: 6:30 p.m.
Championship and 3rd/4th Place- Thursday, December 18
3rd/4th Place: 6:00 p.m.
Championship: 7:30 p.m.
GoFan Tickets
I changed the tournament dates in GoFan. Anyone who purchased a ticket will receive an email updating their tickets with the new dates. You do not have to purchase a new ticket for the quarterfinals.
Since we are using 3 nights to complete the tournament, there will be 3 separate tickets for each night.
Here is the link to the IESA website with the updated schedule.
https://www.iesa.org/news/story.asp?ID=14802
8-3A- Germantown Hills
Quarterfinal Games- Monday, December 15
Game 1: 4:30 p.m.
Game 2: 5:45 p.m.
Game 3: 7:00 p.m.
Game 4: 8:15 p.m. : LMS/BCS vs Manteno - Bus 4:30 pm
Semifinal Games- Wednesday, December 17
Game 1: 5:00 p.m.
Game 2: 6:30 p.m.
Championship and 3rd/4th Place- Thursday, December 18
3rd/4th Place: 6:00 p.m.
Championship: 7:30 p.m.
GoFan Tickets
I changed the tournament dates in GoFan. Anyone who purchased a ticket will receive an email updating their tickets with the new dates. You do not have to purchase a new ticket for the quarterfinals.
Since we are using 3 nights to complete the tournament, there will be 3 separate tickets for each night.
Wrestling Tryouts are canceled for this evening. Tryouts for Wrestling will be Tuesday, 12/2, from 5-7 pm at Lanphier.
Boys 7th and 8th Grade Basketball Practice is Canceled for this evening.
Cheer Practice is Canceled for this evening.
Due to the heat tomorrow, the Boys Baseball Regional Game will be moved up to 10:45 am at Pleasant Plains High School. Bus time 9:00 am from LMS.
There will not be 6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice today. The team will be posted by 3:00 pm today. The first Practice is Wednesday 9/10 from 7:30-8:00 pm @ Ball Charter. If you have not yet downloaded the SPS 186 app, please do so. LMS/BCS Athletics uses Rooms for all communication pertaining to athletics!
6th Grade Girls Basketball Tryouts will be Tuesday August 26th and Wednesday August 27th from 5:00-7:00 pm @ Ball Charter.
There will be a parent meeting after XC practice today in the LMS gym at 4:00 pm.
The Softball Game will now start at 5:30 tonight at Lawless due to the extreme heat. Please make sure your athlete has plenty of water.
Cross Country Pre-Season workouts begin Monday August 4, 2025 @ Lincoln Park from 3-4 pm. Please bring plenty of water!!! Please follow the link, or copy and paste to your preferred browser, for all the Cross Country Pre-Season Work out Calendar.
https://www.sps186.org/o/lincoln-magnet/article/2252701
https://www.sps186.org/o/lincoln-magnet/article/2252701
VOLLEYBALL - There will be no Volleyball open gyms this week. Please Check the LMS webpage for tryout dates and times. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
There will be no Girls basketball gyms this week due to the extreme heat. This was the last week for open gyms. Please check the LMS webpage for Tryout dates and times!
Softball Tryouts:
Monday August 4th and Tuesday August 5th from 5:30-7:00 pm at Lawless Park -
1500 N 11th Street Springfield, IL 62702
Baseball Tryouts:
Monday August 4 and Tuesday August 5th from 5:30-7:00 pm at the SHS New Street Field.
Please bring plenty of water and your equipment!
Please join us for our first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event.
This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL
This family-friendly event will feature:
School supply and backpack giveaways
Music
Food and treats
A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!
This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL
This family-friendly event will feature:
School supply and backpack giveaways
Music
Food and treats
A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!
Please join us for our first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event. This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL
This family-friendly event will feature:
School supply and backpack giveaways
Live student performances
Food and treats
A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!
