⚾ 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!
BASEBALL.: Due to hazardous weather in the area during our scheduled practice time, we are going to cancel Baseball practice tonight. The next practice will be Friday August 7th @ Scheels from 5:30-7:00 pm . The parent meeting will be at the conclusion of practice on Monday August 10th.
Cross Country practice is canceled for today, Wednesday August 5th.
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.
Once a Leopard, Always a Leopard! 🐾
We are so excited to welcome everyone back home to Lincoln Magnet School today, Sunday, May 17th!
1. Join our Alumni Wall of Fame 🎓
We want to inspire our current Leopards by showing them where their paths can lead! Please take a moment to fill out our Alumni Story Google Form. Whether you are headed to college, a trade school, the military, or starting a career, we want to showcase your success right in our main hallway.
2. Senior Open House 📸
Class of 2026... Don't forget to bring your cap and gown! This is a wonderful opportunity for families to get those "full circle" photos of their graduates right back where it all began.
General Open House: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Special Senior Reunion: 2:45 PM (Meet in the Main Hallway Area for photos and a group celebration).
We can't wait to see all of our amazing alumni today! See you there!
We are so excited to welcome everyone back home to Lincoln Magnet School today, Sunday, May 17th!
1. Join our Alumni Wall of Fame 🎓
We want to inspire our current Leopards by showing them where their paths can lead! Please take a moment to fill out our Alumni Story Google Form. Whether you are headed to college, a trade school, the military, or starting a career, we want to showcase your success right in our main hallway.
2. Senior Open House 📸
Class of 2026... Don't forget to bring your cap and gown! This is a wonderful opportunity for families to get those "full circle" photos of their graduates right back where it all began.
General Open House: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Special Senior Reunion: 2:45 PM (Meet in the Main Hallway Area for photos and a group celebration).
We can't wait to see all of our amazing alumni today! See you there!
The Sectional Track Meet has been moved up to tomorrow, Friday May 15th, due to inclement weather forecasted over the weekend and into next week. The meet is at Gillespie High School - 612 Broadway St, Gillespie, IL 62033. The bus will depart LMS at 9:15 am and BCS at 9:30 am. The meet starts at 12:00 pm.
The Track Meet scheduled for today at Memorial Stadium has been canceled due to weather. No practice.
Track Practice is Canceled for today, Monday 4/27.
TRACK PRACTICE IS CANCELED FOR TODAY, THURSDAY APRIL 2, 2026
Scholastic bowl practice is cancelled for today, Tuesday 1/20
Lanphier will be holding Freshman Preview Night from 6:00 - 7:00 tonight. Families will need to park in the Converse Parking lot and enter the converse doors, due to construction. The night will start off in our Auditorium.
Incoming 9th graders & Families,
We hope to see you this week at 9th Grade Preview Night - January 15, 2026 | 6 PM
It’s almost time to LEVEL UP your high school journey!
This is your chance to explore your boundary-area high school, meet the teachers and teams who will cheer you on, and get a sneak peek at the opportunities waiting for you next year.
✨Bring your family, your questions, and explore!
We hope to see you this week at 9th Grade Preview Night - January 15, 2026 | 6 PM
It’s almost time to LEVEL UP your high school journey!
This is your chance to explore your boundary-area high school, meet the teachers and teams who will cheer you on, and get a sneak peek at the opportunities waiting for you next year.
✨Bring your family, your questions, and explore!
Good evening! There will not be any volleyball practices tomorrow. Ball Charter's gym is occupied all day tomorrow.
8th Grade Girls Basketball IESA State Tournament
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.
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.
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.
Good morning!
Due to the weather, Basketball and Volleyball have been cancelled for today.
As of now, ISS Crew practice and Engineering & Scouts Antenna Building are still scheduled for tomorrow 2:00 - 4:00.
If you plan to attend, please sign up here: https://signup.com/go/cvSJMHS
We will communicate any updates as soon as they’re available.
Stay safe!