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.
Happy Last Day Southern View STARS! Lunch on the Lawn is today @11:30-12:30pm. We will have plenty of inside seating, as outside will be quite hot, but feel free to still bring blankets and chairs if you would like to have lunch outside with your student.
☀️ Southern View Summer Reading Challenge ☀️
On Friday, June 5, all Southern View Stars received books for summer reading. The goal is to read 15 minutes each day over summer break!
On the reading log game board provided, every time your student reads for 15 minutes, color in one game piece on the board. Keep reading throughout the summer and watch your path fill up! The QR Code provided on the back of the log may be used to track reading in place of the paper game board.
At the beginning of the school year, return the paper log to the classroom teacher.
🎉 Prizes will be awarded based on reading progress. The more the student reads, the more prizes earned!
On Friday, June 5, all Southern View Stars received books for summer reading. The goal is to read 15 minutes each day over summer break!
On the reading log game board provided, every time your student reads for 15 minutes, color in one game piece on the board. Keep reading throughout the summer and watch your path fill up! The QR Code provided on the back of the log may be used to track reading in place of the paper game board.
At the beginning of the school year, return the paper log to the classroom teacher.
🎉 Prizes will be awarded based on reading progress. The more the student reads, the more prizes earned!
03/18/26-- ATTENTION: TEMPORARY PHONE for Southern View: 217-718-7033. While our phone lines are down.
Great Job Southern View Stars for raising $440.88 through our school's Kids Heart Challenge/American Heart Challenge program.
Classroom Valentines Parties are tomorrow. Feel free to bring treats and cards to pass out, just bring enough for everyone!
Congratulations to our November Student of the Months! Take a look at our website as our Lunch with the Principal photo is posted for those that were in attendance that day. Congrats to: Daniela R., Eunice G.G., Zayden J. , Amillie M., Quintin K., Zoey P., Maria A. G., Lamar A., Isaiah S., Jerkauyhyny T., Dominic K., Amariya C., Journi G. and Jeremiah W.
Southern View Celebrated the 67th day of school in style. As a nod to the Tik Tok Trend 6-7.. our staff wore 67 related clothing and incorporated our 67 day of school into their calendar and math activities for today! Happy 67th Day of School.
In need of food for the holidays or any day?? Please see the attached Food Pantry Resources listed in our News Section. The list of vendors has also been sent to parents email addresses and posted in Rooms. Reach out to Ms. Mickiel for help at 217-585-5837 or email: cmickiel@sps186.org.
United Way Day #5 is Friday- Gear Up, Give Back! Wear your favorite SPORTS TEAM items to school! Last day to buy PIE tickets, Tattoos, and money to help your class win a PIZZA PARTY!
United Way Day #4 is Thursday- Cozy for a Cause! Wear your pajamas to school! Don't forget to buy PIE tickets so you can throw a pie in Mrs. Lott's face!
United Way Day #3 is Wednesday- Rock your Socks for a good cause! Wear Mis-Match Socks to School! Don't forget to tattoos, so you can tattoo a teacher or staff member!
United Way Day #2 is Tuesday- Hats On to Help Others! Wear your favorite hat all day! Don't forget to bring in money to help your class win a pizza party!
United Way Kick-Off is tomorrow! Bring in your pennies for our class penny wars and wear your school colors-- Monday is Blue & Gold!
Students can wear their Halloween Costumes tomorrow! Please no masks during the day, no Face Make-Up and no weapons!
THANK YOU for an AMAZING Trunk or Treat turn out! We appreciate you supporting our family events and bringing your kids out to the fun! Thank you to the following families for decorating your trunk: T. King, A. Daugherty, A. Ambrose, Z. Sansoussi, U. Aguilera, M. Fonck, G. Fritz, Miss Graham, Mr. Jamieson, Ms. Mickiel, and Principal Lott. We appreciate you all!!
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
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!
Families at Graham Elementary and Southern View Elementary—mark your calendars!
In-person registration is Monday, July 15 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Visit https://www.sps186.org/page/registration to see a full list of documents and information you'll need to bring with you.
As always, registration can also be completed online anytime—from your phone or computer—at sps186.org.
We can’t wait to kick off the new school year and welcome you back to our classrooms.
We are 186!!
We’re excited to announce that registration for Project SCOPE, our before and after school care program for students K-5th is now open for the 2025-2026 school year!
Project SCOPE provides a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for students outside of regular school hours. Whether you need care before school, after school, or both, SCOPE offers flexibility and support for busy families.
You can sign up for Project SCOPE while registering your student for the upcoming school year. Just look for the SCOPE section during the online registration process.
Get registered today - https://186.springfield.k12.il.us/IS3/Registration/Main.php