Graham Elementary School

District staff, families and students, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your resilience and patience in navigating e-learning. Special kudos to our students for consistently logging in, following directions for attendance, and diligently completing assignments. Many of you have already turned your sights to tomorrow. We know that clear weather advice can be elusive and unpredictable. At this time, we plan to be in session. However, please make sure to have a plan in place for both in-school and e-learning. If, for any reason, an extra day is needed, we will make the call by 6 a.m. tomorrow based on updates from First Student Bus Service. As of now, the forecast predicts temperatures above freezing, with a gradual warm-up throughout the day. Your understanding during these weather-related decisions is truly valued. Thanks for your continued patience as we navigate through the winter weather updates and make the best decisions for everyone involved. #connect186 #sps186 #weare186

Reminder ALL Middle School & High School students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance for today, January 22, 2024! Attendance will be processed at the end of the day, so please log on and get your attendance confirmed! Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent! Elementary school attendance with devices at home: All Elementary students' attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher. Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher. Elementary school message for those classrooms that did not send home devices: Some families have received a direct message today because a few classrooms did not send home devices on Friday because of MAP testing and other individual classroom needs. Each classroom or school that is affected has sent a direct communication by the principal or the classroom teacher. Please make sure to read these communications. Thank you! We apologize for any worry or confusion that this has caused for some across the District. We understand your frustration when unpredictable weather occurs and want to put your mind at ease again that students will not be penalized in any way for grades or attendance because they do not have their device for today’s e-learning day. Thank you for following these alternate plans as we continue to navigate and improve the use of e-learning opportunities. *Please note that all middle school and high school athletic and extra- curricular activities and practices have been canceled for today, January 22, 2024.

Elementary Families: We are receiving reports that, for a variety of reasons, some elementary classrooms across the District did not send their iPads or Chromebook devices home on Friday. We want to assure you that students will not be penalized for attendance and the individual schools or classrooms that are affected will communicate directly with the families regarding the situation. School Leaders will share information with affected families via email and other direct communication by early tomorrow morning at the latest. Please look for these messages.. We appreciate your support and patience as we navigate this issue. We understand your frustration and want to put your mind at ease again that students will not be penalized in any way for grades or attendance because they do not have their device for tomorrow’s e-learning day. To reiterate, each classroom or school that is affected by this will have a direct communication provided to them by the principal or the classroom teacher. We apologize for any worry or confusion that this has caused for some across the district.

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 staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. We fully anticipate returning to school on January 23, 2024 in person.  Please check your email for the e-learning instructions for attendance and more.

We are keeping a close eye on the evolving winter weather. We know planning ahead is essential for families, and we want to give you a heads-up about the POSSIBILITY of an e-learning day on Monday, January 22, 2024 due to the high probability of ice early tomorrow and throughout the day. Our team is monitoring the predicted ice and wintery mix as well as the timing of this weather event, and we will notify you via alerts (Call/Text/Email & Social Media) as soon as a decision is made. We are telling you this early this evening, so you can prepare for your families. We appreciate your understanding and appreciate your patience. Decisions like these are not taken lightly. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being part of our District 186 community. #connect186 #weare186

Springfield Public Schools District 186 is open today, Friday, January 19, 2024. Please note that with the cold temperatures & snow we have been experiencing we want to remind everyone to travel safe and make sure your student is bundled up and dressed appropriately. It is important that we work together to make sure students are prepared to go to school in cold weather. #connect186 #sps186 #weare186

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 School District 186 will have an e-learning day on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. ALL District 186 schools will have an e-learning day on January 16th. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. Based on the weather forecast we anticipate being in school on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. We have enacted our E-Learning day plan that allows students to receive asynchronous instruction at home, in lieu of using the District’s five extra days that have historically been added to the end of the school year. To learn more about District 186’s E-Learning plan visit our E-Learning webpage - https://www.sps186.org/page/e-learning-information

Springfield Public School District 186 has called for an E-Learning Day for Tuesday, January 16. Students need to access their teacher's canvas page for the work that is expected to be completed. We anticipate having school in-person on Wednesday the 17th.

All-Stars return to school tomorrow (1/9) from Winter Break! Let the 2nd semester begin!

Friday (12/15/23) is a 2:00 dismissal and the last day before Winter Break. Our Winter Break ends on January 8th and students return to school on January 9th. Enjoy your time together over the holiday!

🎭🌟 Step into the enchanting world of Graham Elementary where the stars of tomorrow shone brightly in their dazzling performance of Annie Jr.! From the heartwarming melodies of "N.Y.C" to the iconic anthem "Tomorrow," and the spirited rendition of "It's a Hard Knock Life," our third to fifth graders lit up the stage with their talent and passion! 🎶🌟 But wait, the spotlight belongs to Tilynn, who stole the hearts of the audience with her performance of Annie ! Each child, a true star, showcased their incredible singing and acting skills! 🌟 Under the expert guidance of Mrs. Jennifer McFadden, these young performers embarked on a magnificent journey, learning the art of theater and embracing the magic of the stage! 🎭🌟 At Graham Elementary, we know that theater isn't just about performances—it's about building confidence, fostering creativity, and honing valuable life skills. From boosting self-expression to enhancing communication, theater empowers our kids in remarkable ways, both on and off the stage. 🌟✨

Congratulations to Graham's Jimmy John's Student of the Month!

Happy Thanksgiving week All Stars! We do not have school Thursday or Friday this week.

We were notified by First Student that due to a higher than normal shortage of bus drivers today, there will be buses ruing late to their scheduled bus stop. Please monitor your student's bus stops. Also, all changes to buses have been entered into the First View App. You can use this app to track your student's bus and be informed of any bus number changes. We appreciate your patience and cooperation this morning.

Just A Reminder NO SCHOOL on Friday 11/10/23 Good Morning! Reminder NO SCHOOL FRIDAY 11/10 HAPPY VETERANS DAY! Graham thanks all our veterans who served our country. See you back at school on Monday, 11/13/23 at 8:05AM.

Did you know Graham has a Targeted Learning Focus? Here it is: Graham All Stars will utilize their SEL skills in order to think and reason effectively.

Congratulation Graham October All Stars!!! We celebrated our 15 students with a pancake breakfast with Mr. Hood. Way to go Graham All Stars, we are so proud of you.

Don't forget that there is no school Friday (11/10) due to Veterans Day.

Graham Girl Scout 6 Week Program Kick-Off! Every Thursday until December 14th, students will have a chance to see what it is like to be a Girl Scout. Tia Mahr with Girls Scouts of America met with Graham students during lunch to learn how to give a compliment while making a compliment bracelet. Keep an eye out for some information for joining Graham's Girl Scout Troop.

Gift Mart is back! Come to the office to buy your $5 ticket (or tickets). Each ticket gets a want, a wear, a need, and a read. Shopping day is December 9th at Central Baptist Church.