Jefferson Middle School

Ring-a-ling! You could hear the bells ringing loud and clear as the 2024 retirees gathered at the Inn at 835 for a heartfelt retirement ceremony. Superintendent Jennifer Gill and ...

Last night was a night of honor, appreciation, and heartfelt applause as the Council for Exceptional Children Springfield IL Chapter 102 recognized 11 outstanding students and 8 d...

We are once again offering students going into 7th and 8th grade the opportunity to participate in Summer Enrichment at JMS! This is NOT credit recovery or punishment. It IS fun...

What a magical evening at the Horace Mann Educator and Administrator of the Year reception! Held on the stunning patio by the serene pond, it was the perfect backdrop to honor our...

Happy National Lunchroom Hero Day! Today, we raise our forks and give a big shoutout to our amazing lunchroom heroes who keep our bellies happy and our energy up! Whether it'...

🌟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Celebrating Our Middle School Student Athletes at the City Track Meet! 🌟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ (Click Here for Photos) Last night was a thrilling display of talent, dedication, and...

District 186 is excited to offer a middle school summer band experience for students enrolled in band who will be 6th, 7th, or 8th graders in the 2024-25 school year. There is no...

Tonight was truly a masterpiece at Art Within Reach - District 186's Visual Art Showcase! (Click to view photos) Our talented art instructors handpicked stunning artwork from ev...

Today is one of the BEST days of the year as we honor and celebrate the incredible dedication and talent of our educators and administrators! (see photos here) We're thrilled...

Springfield Schools District 186’s Equity, Family and Community Engagement, and Social Emotional Learning teams have collaborated to bring an event to our families on Tuesday, Apr...

Good Morning JMS Families, It is time for our yearly 5 Essentials Survey! We are asking for your help to get 90% parent participation on this survey. We ask that once you complet...

Springfield Schools District 186’s Equity, Family and Community Engagement, and Social Emotional Learning teams have collaborated to bring an event to our families on Tuesday, Feb...

Your voice matters! 🗣️ Participate in the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey and let your insights shape your child's education journey. 📚 This survey paints a detai...

Parents, please take time to fill out the Jefferson Middle School 5 essential survey. We appreciate your time. Thank you!!

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 ...

Do you know an educator or administrator who inspires you? (CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE) We will be accepting nominations for the Horace Mann Educator of the Year, Administr...

District 186 Families, 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, 202...

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 s...

In anticipation of exceptionally cold temperatures expected tomorrow morning and a water main break that is still under repair at Jefferson Middle School, Springfield Public Schoo...

We love AVID!!! 8th grade AVID scholars from District 186 rocked the first "8th Grade AVID Mash-Up" at the YMCA on December 12! Hosted by awesome middle school AVID coordin...