Springfield Public Schools - District 186

Come to Lanphier High School tomorrow , October 26th from 10 am - 1 p.m. to experience the guided tours to see the new Lanphier! We look forward to seeing you there!

As a reminder, Thursday, October 17th, will be a 60-minute early dismissal for all students to accommodate Parent-Teacher Conferences. Additionally, there will be no school on Friday, October 18th, as conferences will continue throughout the day. We value the opportunity to connect with you during these conferences to discuss your child’s academic progress and growth. Your involvement and partnership are essential to their success, and we appreciate your commitment to their educational journey. Please be sure to plan accordingly for the schedule changes for the remainder of the week. Thank you for your support and collaboration!

We want to remind you that we are fast approaching the deadline for students to have their physical and immunization information turned in per state guidelines and school district policy. Please make sure that you have contacted your school’s nurse with your child’s upcoming physical/immunization appointment or that you have turned in your physical and immunization paperwork! Students failing to provide required health information will be excluded from school starting October 1st.

We are excited to welcome you to Lanphier High School’s Open House on Saturday, October 26th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Ongoing guided tours will showcase our beautiful, newly-renovated building and stunning new spaces on Springfield’s north end. Drop in anytime during the event to experience the transformation made possible by our community’s support of the 1% sales tax referendum. This is truly a homecoming celebration, and we can’t wait to show off the space that now serves as a hub for learning and growth. Be sure to also join us for the Homecoming football game on Friday night, October 25th at 7 p.m.! We look forward to celebrating with you—see you there!

Calling All Readers: We’re Almost There! We’re just 20 Real Men Readers away from reaching our goal for the Real Men Read program! Help us bring the joy of reading to every 1st and 3rd grade classroom in District 186. Sign up today! https://tinyurl.com/bnv9thzw

🌱Level Up: The Power of Community Partners in District 186🌱 We are incredibly thankful to the Springfield Civic Garden Club for their donation of a couple hundred books to our students! The books, many of which focus on nature and gardens, will be shared among our elementary schools. 🧡Community partners like the Garden Club play a vital role in enriching the educational experience for our students and staff. We are so grateful for their support and all of the support of our many community partners! Thank you for helping us grow and learn together! 🌿📚 #levelup186

🌟 Join Us for the 2024 Springfield Public Schools Empower All Abilities (EAA) Conference! Saturday, November 16th Registration 8:00 a.m. Program runs 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For over 16 years, the EAA Conference has supported families, educators, and professionals to empower students with exceptionalities. This year, we're back in person on Saturday, November 16th at Lanphier High School! We’re excited to welcome social media influencer Jordan Toma, author of I’m Just a Kid with an IEP, as our keynote speaker! 🙌 His inspiring journey will set the tone for a day filled with practical insights and strategies to support our students. 💡 Breakout sessions cover key topics like Autism, ADHD, transition services, and long-term planning. Plus, check out our exhibitor hall with amazing resources from local and national vendors! 📅 Don’t miss out! This is your chance to connect, learn, and grow in a supportive community. BONUS: Childcare is available for kids ages 3+! 👉 Sign up today: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdiPlvLcELfv.../viewform

🚨 Exciting News! Thanks to one of our amazing District 186 parents, Matheny Withrow Elementary is now part of the Look. It’s My Book! (LIMB) program! 🎉📚 K-4 students will receive 7 brand-new books every year, helping them build their own personal libraries at home. 😍✨ Students get to select from a table full of interesting titles to select their own book! LIMB has already handed out over half a million books and counting! Kids get to pick books that THEY love, sparking a passion for reading. 🙌📖

Join Us! All District 186 high school students are invited to attend the Superintendent's Roundtable , Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11th from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the District 186 Administration Office - 3063 Fiat Ave.

Want to make a big impact in just one hour a month? Join our expanding Real Men Read program! Volunteer to read to our 1st or 3rd graders and inspire young minds. It’s easy—books and discussion ideas are provided, and your schedule is flexible! Why Join? Just 1 hour per month Read to 1st or 3rd graders Books & discussion ideas provided Interested? Join us for an optional informational meeting on Thursday, September 12th, from 5:30 - 6:30 PM at our District Office (3063 Fiat Ave, Springfield, IL), or sign up now here- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMFStGR44iaNCVw0q4WcmW9EtYVIulMqm6xwiZ8T51veywgQ/viewform

Looking for a new opportunity? Come to our Career Fair on September 10th! We have two time slots for you to stop by our District office - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Join District 186! #LevelUp186 #sps186 #weare186

Are you a Freshman in high school and dreaming of a career in medicine? The Physician Pipeline Preparatory Program (P4) is your ticket to an early start in the medical field! Gain hands-on experience, connect with mentors in the Springfield medical community, and get a head start on your future. Join us in this after-school program sponsored by SIU School of Medicine, in partnership with Springfield Public Schools District 186 and the Sangamon County Medical Society. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply here : https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2556/SPS/4736619/2024-2025_P4_Application.pdf Application Deadline: Wednesday, August 28, 2024, by 4:00 PM Learn More: https://www.sps186.org/page/secondary-schools-and-programs

District 186 Families, We are excited to see our students back in school tomorrow morning! Please check your e-mail ! We kindly request your support as parents and guardians in reviewing the cell phone policy with your students. Together, we can ensure a learning environment with minimal distractions. Let's have a great year, 186!!

Phones Down, Level Up!⬆️ 🎉 To better prepare and focus our students, and to ensure the safety and emotional well-being of both students and staff, District 186 has proudly made the decision to operate under a "restrictive cell phone policy." Read More Here: https://www.sps186.org/article/1711539

BUS ROUTES : If you need help finding your child’s bus info, please contact your student's school. You may also check your child’s electronic cumulative folder for their bus route information. First Student school bus routes are available for elementary, middle and some high school students who live beyond the walk area of 1.5 miles from home to school. Some of our high school students may be located in the SMTD busing area. Please contact SMTD for the SMTD route info -(217) 522-8069.

Looking for a job? We are hosting a collaborative career fair with Springfield Urban League on Thursday, August 15th. This fair will be held at the NAACP building located at 801 S. 11th Street. Interested candidates are welcomed to attend anytime from 9:00am to 1:00pm and again from 4:00-6:00pm.

🎒 Reminder for Families! It's time to get your child registered for the new school year! 📚 All students must register every year!! In-Person registration for Middle School, High School & Early Learning Center continues today until 2:00 p.m.!! Make sure your student is ready to go by completing the online registration at https://www.sps186.org/page/registration. If you have any questions or need assistance with the registration process, please don't hesitate to contact your child's school. We're here to help! 📍 Important: Please be aware that District 186 will never call you to ask for payment over the phone. If you receive a suspicious call claiming to be from the district, do not provide any information. Let's make this school year a great one! 🌟 #levelup186 #weare186 #BackToSchool #District186 #RegisterNow #backtoschool

All incoming freshman mark your calendar for Freshman Forward on Thursday, August 8, 2024 | 8:24 a.m - 11:30 am This event is an opportunity for Freshmen to meet students, teachers and administration at their home high school. Students will get to tour the facility and learn more about their high school experience! Students need to report to the high school that is in their boundary area.Students can use our First Student bus service or be dropped off.

The Keep Kids in School Coalition will be offering physicals and immunizations for District 186 students on Wednesday, August 7th at the Sangamon County Department of Public Health. Sign-in hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. No appointment needed. The clinic will only serve District 186 students who are entering Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade and those who are new to Illinois who must provide a current physical exam and immunization record. All 12th grade students must provide proof of having received a dose of the meningococcal vaccine on or after their 16th birthday. The legal parent or guardian must accompany their child. No sports physicals will be offered. Thank you!

We are hosting 6th grade orientation on Thursday, August 8th, 2024! All incoming 6th grade students are invited to attend their home school from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Please note that the ending time has changed from what was previously reported. Students will engage in activities, tour the school and learn more about their upcoming middle school experience. Students need to report to the middle school in their boundary area. Students can use their designated school bus route or be dropped off at their school. This event is for students only.