The Beta Club meeting tonight for new and returning members is after school in the cafeteria from 2:30-4:00 PM. Activity buses are available at 4:15, or parents may pick up at 4:00.
Calling all 6th, 7th and 8th graders interested in wrestling!
SPS 186 Middle School Wrestling team is having open gyms in the LHS wrestling Room during the month of October. The firs one is tonight, October 1st.
Please use the Athletic Entrance on the corner of 11th and North Grand.
Please check the open gym calendar and join us! Please email Coach Stevens (jstevens@sps186.org) if you have any questions.
SPS 186 Middle School Wrestling team is having open gyms in the LHS wrestling Room during the month of October. The firs one is tonight, October 1st.
Please use the Athletic Entrance on the corner of 11th and North Grand.
Please check the open gym calendar and join us! Please email Coach Stevens (jstevens@sps186.org) if you have any questions.
We are excited to begin hosting our athletic events at FMS! Tomorrow is our first girls basketball game at home. Please read the following student and spectator expectations:
-Unless they are staying after school for an activity (tutoring, practice, etc.), students will be required to leave the building then return to watch the game.
-Spectators are admitted 30 minutes prior to game time. Tomorrow’s game is at 4 PM, so students will not be admitted before 3:30 PM.
-Cost for student admission is $3. Adults are $5.
-Spectators will enter through the gym entrance. All spectators will pass through metal detectors. Spectators may not re-enter FMS once they have exited.
-Students are expected to follow all FMS behavior guidelines. Students who do not meet behavior expectations will be asked to leave. Students who are asked to leave may not be allowed to attend future games. We expect positive sportsmanship, cleaning up our area, appropriate language, and hands, feet, and comments to ourselves.
-Students who have had a discipline referral, buddy room, or more than one tardy will not be allowed to attend the game that day.
-The 7th grade game begins at 4:00 PM. The 8th grade game follows after. Student rides should be at FMS no later than 6:30 PM.
-Unless they are staying after school for an activity (tutoring, practice, etc.), students will be required to leave the building then return to watch the game.
-Spectators are admitted 30 minutes prior to game time. Tomorrow’s game is at 4 PM, so students will not be admitted before 3:30 PM.
-Cost for student admission is $3. Adults are $5.
-Spectators will enter through the gym entrance. All spectators will pass through metal detectors. Spectators may not re-enter FMS once they have exited.
-Students are expected to follow all FMS behavior guidelines. Students who do not meet behavior expectations will be asked to leave. Students who are asked to leave may not be allowed to attend future games. We expect positive sportsmanship, cleaning up our area, appropriate language, and hands, feet, and comments to ourselves.
-Students who have had a discipline referral, buddy room, or more than one tardy will not be allowed to attend the game that day.
-The 7th grade game begins at 4:00 PM. The 8th grade game follows after. Student rides should be at FMS no later than 6:30 PM.
Don’t forget to donate a book or two tomorrow for a Dolly Dollar! The dress up theme is western! Please note, wired-brimmed hats, large belt buckles and cowboy boots set off the metal detectors, so allow extra time for removal of those items or wanding upon arrival in the morning!
FMS is celebrating the legacy of Dolly Parton with a spirit week beginning tomorrow! View the image below for details! Tomorrow's theme: Dream More! Students will be permitted to wear pajamas to school. Slippers, robes, blankets, pillows, bonnets, and stuffies are NOT permitted.
8th Grade Boys Basketball Open Gym
Thursday, October 1 from 2:30-4:00 PM
Tuesday, October 6 from 2:30-4:00 PM
Tryouts will be on October 19 and 20.
Due to the heat, the Regional Game today is at 6 PM at Scheels Sports Park, Field 6. Players need to arrive by 4:50. Go Falcons!
7th Grade Boys Basketball Open Gyms
Wednesday, September 23 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Wednesday, September 30 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Tryouts will be on Monday, October 19.
Wednesday, September 23 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Wednesday, September 30 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Tryouts will be on Monday, October 19.
Due to the heat, the cross country meet in Jacksonville has been moved to 5:00 PM. Students participating will remain at FMS after school, and the bus will depart at 3:30 PM.
Due to the projected heat and humidity, we will be moving the FMS Boys Baseball game vs. Lincoln Magnet to 6 PM at Scheels today. 8th Grade Night recognition will be at 5:30 PM.
FMS arrival and dismissal procedures return to normal beginning Monday, September 14. Thank you for your flexibility during the recent disruption!
Please read this important information about pick up for car riders for today, September 11th.
As the city continues to work through the water main break in front of FMS on Outer Park
Drive, we are needing ALL parents that are picking up today to please pull into the Town and Country Shopping Center parking lot and find your designated waiting spot by grade level. Students will be on the sidewalks in front of the shopping center with District 186 staff supervising.
We are asking that after you park your car in our designated waiting spot that you walk to your student to pick them up. Due to the amount of traffic flow in this temporary pick-up operation our student’s safety is our top priority.
Please read and reference the map carefully. Upon arrival, look for wayfinding signs or ask someone in a vest for help:
Parents with multiple students will park in the parking lot of the oldest sibling.
6th grade - parking spots in front of the Board of Elections offices.
7th grade - parking spots in front of Chuck E. Cheese
8th Grade- parking spots in front of Old Burlington Coat Factory
Just a reminder - Parents CANNOT pick up in the West Parking lot by the Salvation Army/Delta Church.
We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility with this procedure.
As the city continues to work through the water main break in front of FMS on Outer Park
Drive, we are needing ALL parents that are picking up today to please pull into the Town and Country Shopping Center parking lot and find your designated waiting spot by grade level. Students will be on the sidewalks in front of the shopping center with District 186 staff supervising.
We are asking that after you park your car in our designated waiting spot that you walk to your student to pick them up. Due to the amount of traffic flow in this temporary pick-up operation our student’s safety is our top priority.
Please read and reference the map carefully. Upon arrival, look for wayfinding signs or ask someone in a vest for help:
Parents with multiple students will park in the parking lot of the oldest sibling.
6th grade - parking spots in front of the Board of Elections offices.
7th grade - parking spots in front of Chuck E. Cheese
8th Grade- parking spots in front of Old Burlington Coat Factory
Just a reminder - Parents CANNOT pick up in the West Parking lot by the Salvation Army/Delta Church.
We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility with this procedure.
Cross Country Practice, Cheerleading Clinic, 6th Grade Girls Basketball Practice, and Baseball Practice are canceled today. There are NO ACTIVITIES at FMS today.
UPDATE: We wanted to follow up with the next steps for students who ride the bus.
Bus Transportation Update
Bus-riding students will begin returning to their regular bus routes.
If you would like to pick up your student from FMS, a parent/guardian must arrive before 9:00 a.m. The parent/guardian must provide identification and be listed as an emergency contact for the student.
Students who are not picked up by 9:00 a.m. will return on their bus to their regular bus stops.
Please be patient as we work through this unforeseen circumstance and coordinate transportation for all students.
If you have questions, please contact the main office. Students have their phones with them if you need to communicate with your student directly.
Bus Transportation Update
Bus-riding students will begin returning to their regular bus routes.
If you would like to pick up your student from FMS, a parent/guardian must arrive before 9:00 a.m. The parent/guardian must provide identification and be listed as an emergency contact for the student.
Students who are not picked up by 9:00 a.m. will return on their bus to their regular bus stops.
Please be patient as we work through this unforeseen circumstance and coordinate transportation for all students.
If you have questions, please contact the main office. Students have their phones with them if you need to communicate with your student directly.
NO SCHOOL AT FMS TODAY!
Due to an unexpected water main issue, FMS does not have running water and will be unable to operate for the remainder of the day. As a result, school at FMS is cancelled for today.
We understand this is very short notice and sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding and flexibility as we work through this unexpected situation.
Bus riders: Buses will drop students at FMS this morning, continue their regular routes, and then return to FMS later this morning to transport FMS students back to their regular bus stops.
If you would like to pick up your student before the buses return, you may come to FMS to do so. Additional information regarding student pick-up will be shared shortly.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Due to an unexpected water main issue, FMS does not have running water and will be unable to operate for the remainder of the day. As a result, school at FMS is cancelled for today.
We understand this is very short notice and sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding and flexibility as we work through this unexpected situation.
Bus riders: Buses will drop students at FMS this morning, continue their regular routes, and then return to FMS later this morning to transport FMS students back to their regular bus stops.
If you would like to pick up your student before the buses return, you may come to FMS to do so. Additional information regarding student pick-up will be shared shortly.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Tonight's baseball game vs. Lincoln Jr. High has been canceled due to heat.
Today's FMS vs. Lincoln Jr. High Baseball Game has been postponed to 6 PM this evening, due to the heat. The game will be played at Field 6. Players should arrive by 5 PM.
Today's baseball game in Riverton has been canceled due to rain.
⚾ 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!
Today's Baseball Practice (Friday, August 14th) is canceled due to rain.
Regarding Saturday's Baseball Game: Players need to be at the Riverton Athletic Club at 8:45 A.M.
Address is 1000 E Lincoln St, Riverton, IL 62561