Washington Middle School

We’re excited to welcome your child to middle school this fall! To help ease the transition and build confidence for the year ahead, we’re inviting incoming 6th grade students t...

First Annual District 186 Back to School Event—a celebration of connection, support, and community as we kick off the 2025–2026 school year together! Thursday, July 31st 3...

Please contact coach Tim Rhodes @ trhodes1@sps186.org with any questions.

All District 186 students must register every year. This is a quick process where you update or validate the information from the previous year within minutes. This allows the s...

See the full list of summer programs offered at District 186 Schools & in our community this summer: CLICK HERE FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS

16 District 186 schools will provide meals through the Summer Food Service Program this year. Free Breakfast and Lunch will be served to children 18 years of age and younger at al...

SEE YA IN AUGUST!!!!!!

Bells were ringing loud and clear as this year’s Class of 2025 District 186 retirees celebrated at a retirement party tonight at the Inn at 835. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Superinte...

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS . Last night, we had the honor of celebrating our 2025 Horace Mann Educator of the Year and Administrator of the Year finalists and winners at a beautiful...

What a show-stopping night at Sangamon Auditorium! CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Family, friends, and community members packed the house for an unforgettable evening of music, talent, a...

It’s That Time of Year Again! (click to see photos) The best day of the year is here—we’re thrilled to announce the finalists for the Horace Mann Educator of the Year, Administra...

PARENTS PLEASE COMPLETE THE 5 ESSENTIAL SURVEY BY MARCH 28, 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music! Join us for the All-City Music Festival on Tuesday, April 8 at Sangamon Auditorium , where the incredible voices and talents o...

We recently hosted our annual Black History Month Showcase, bringing students, staff, and families together to celebrate the rich history, culture, and achievements of Black Ameri...

FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER.

The 5 Essentials survey is now open for Parents, Students, and Teachers. Please take the time to complete it. We are offering incentives to families and students who complete it. ...

Due to the snowy conditions District 186 will have an e-learning day Wednesday February 12, 2025. We will keep you informed as we continue to monitor the winter conditions, and m...

Calling all 5th-grade families! As we move into the second half of the school year, we’re thrilled to invite you and your student to 6th Grade Preview Night at their future midd...

Due to the extreme temperatures District 186 will have an e-learning day Tuesday, January 21, 2025. We currently plan to resume in-person learning on Wednesday, January 22, 2025...

The city tournament starts next week. All District 186 students are to be on their best behavior, and An adult should accompany k-8 students.