Starter strings cancelled. Teacher is sick. Wednesday October 22, 2025.
It's about to get spooky at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum!
Ghosts and goblins will prowl the halls when the museum transforms into Abe's Haunted Hollow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25.
Guests can play games and win prizes, take eerie photos with our special selfie station, walk through a giant pumpkin, dance to the music of DJ Dino-mite, and even join a séance with Mrs. Lincoln!
The first 500 children receive a gift bag that includes a lighted Halloween wand!
Abe's Haunted Hollow is free to attend. Advance registration is not required.
Come in your favorite costume for all the fun in the museum and grab a spot afterwards for downtown Springfield's Halloween parade, which passes by the ALPLM.
Ghosts and goblins will prowl the halls when the museum transforms into Abe's Haunted Hollow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25.
Guests can play games and win prizes, take eerie photos with our special selfie station, walk through a giant pumpkin, dance to the music of DJ Dino-mite, and even join a séance with Mrs. Lincoln!
The first 500 children receive a gift bag that includes a lighted Halloween wand!
Abe's Haunted Hollow is free to attend. Advance registration is not required.
Come in your favorite costume for all the fun in the museum and grab a spot afterwards for downtown Springfield's Halloween parade, which passes by the ALPLM.
Dear Parent/Guardian,
We value your feedback and are committed to creating a welcoming environment in our schools as part of our district’s focus on Family and Community Engagement. Please take this quick survey - Panorama Family Survey by Sunday, November 30, 2025! LINK HERE:
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
This survey is anonymous, and your responses will be used to celebrate our successes and identify areas for improvement as we prepare for 2025. Please note, this is the first of two surveys you will be asked to complete this school year. Both surveys are important but collect different types of data.
The Panorama Survey allows us to receive results quickly, enabling us to act promptly on your feedback.
The 5Essentials Survey, launching in late January, will focus on planning for the next school year.
Panorama Survey Details: DEADLINE: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Instructions:
Complete one survey for each school your child(ren) attend(s).
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Access the survey- LINK HERE
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
Select the school(s) your child attends from the drop-down menu.
The survey is available in multiple languages; use the drop-down menu above the District logo to select your preferred language.
Your voice is essential, and we deeply appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. Together, we can continue to build a welcoming and supportive environment for all families and students at District 186.
Thank you for your continued partnership!
We value your feedback and are committed to creating a welcoming environment in our schools as part of our district’s focus on Family and Community Engagement. Please take this quick survey - Panorama Family Survey by Sunday, November 30, 2025! LINK HERE:
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
This survey is anonymous, and your responses will be used to celebrate our successes and identify areas for improvement as we prepare for 2025. Please note, this is the first of two surveys you will be asked to complete this school year. Both surveys are important but collect different types of data.
The Panorama Survey allows us to receive results quickly, enabling us to act promptly on your feedback.
The 5Essentials Survey, launching in late January, will focus on planning for the next school year.
Panorama Survey Details: DEADLINE: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Instructions:
Complete one survey for each school your child(ren) attend(s).
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Access the survey- LINK HERE
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
Select the school(s) your child attends from the drop-down menu.
The survey is available in multiple languages; use the drop-down menu above the District logo to select your preferred language.
Your voice is essential, and we deeply appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. Together, we can continue to build a welcoming and supportive environment for all families and students at District 186.
Thank you for your continued partnership!
Reminder: Today, Thursday, Oct. 16th is an early dismissal at 2:30 p.m.
Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
No School Tomorrow - Friday, Oct. 17 - Conferences will be from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
No School Tomorrow - Friday, Oct. 17 - Conferences will be from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
OME FALL FUND DRIVE - NO SELL SCHOOL
At Owen Marsh, students are not asked to sell magazines, candy, wrapping paper, etc. Instead of fundraising, the PTO asks each family to provide a monetary donation, suggested amount $50, but any amount is appreciated.
Pay by check: send to school with student in sealed envelope labeled
"OME Fall Fund Drive"
Pay electronically: send a payment via PayPal @owenmarshpto or Venmo @OMEPTO
by scanning the QR code and add "OME Fall Fund Drive" to the memo line!
At Owen Marsh, students are not asked to sell magazines, candy, wrapping paper, etc. Instead of fundraising, the PTO asks each family to provide a monetary donation, suggested amount $50, but any amount is appreciated.
Pay by check: send to school with student in sealed envelope labeled
"OME Fall Fund Drive"
Pay electronically: send a payment via PayPal @owenmarshpto or Venmo @OMEPTO
by scanning the QR code and add "OME Fall Fund Drive" to the memo line!
Reminder: Tomorrow is Picture Day!
Spirit Wear Store Now Open!!!
https://owenmarshfall2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This store is a presale All items purchased on this store will begin production and fulfillment AFTER the store close date
Store closes : 09/16/2025
Est. Fulfillment Date - 10/05/2025
https://owenmarshfall2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This store is a presale All items purchased on this store will begin production and fulfillment AFTER the store close date
Store closes : 09/16/2025
Est. Fulfillment Date - 10/05/2025
Reminder: No School Tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 19th - Teacher Institute
Tonight is the Scholastic Book Fair and Family Reading Night!! 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Hope to see you soon!
Volunteers are needed for the book fair! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AAFAB2BA3F4C70-58527731-fall
PTO meeting tomorrow in Marsh Library 6:30-7:30
Childcare will be provided.
Marsh Dine to Donate Night gets the Back to School Bash again this year!!!
This is one of the best nights at Texas Roadhouse. Free craft stations, Bounce House, Face Painting, and the Kona Ice Truck for after dinner treats with be available for purchase.
KIds' Night is Tuesday, September 2nd - 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
You can go any night of the week - Sun. Aug. 31 - Thurs. - Sept. 4.
**To Support Owen Marsh REMEMBER: Place your meal receipt in their mailbox at the door before you leave**
Starter Strings Parent Meeting is tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the Marsh Library.
Program Overview Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/ensembles-opportunities/starter-strings
Registration Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/member-information/registration-tuition
*. If you are not able to make the meeting, no worries. You can reach out directly to me (Mrs. Conaway) or Mr. Woollen at jwollen@ilsymphony.org.
Program Overview Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/ensembles-opportunities/starter-strings
Registration Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/member-information/registration-tuition
*. If you are not able to make the meeting, no worries. You can reach out directly to me (Mrs. Conaway) or Mr. Woollen at jwollen@ilsymphony.org.
Tonight! 5:30 - 6:30 - Back to School Night - Unpack your bags, Meet your Teacher, and Ice Cream Social.
T-shirts will be sold for $15.00 each. Buy your Marsh Gear tonight!
T-shirts will be sold for $15.00 each. Buy your Marsh Gear tonight!
Our Family Picnics are so much FUN! That we wanted to start a new tradition of a Back to School Family Fun Picnic!!! Please save the date, ask off work, or at least send one member from your family to attend. The kids love when their families can be part of this day! It will be from 11:30 - 1:00 on Friday, August 22. See flyer for details. Hope you can be there!!!
Meet your Teacher, Unpack your Bag, Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 14th
5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Thursday, August 14th
5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
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!
Reminder: Join us today to sign the last beams to be installed on the new building. Today, July 8th from 10:30 - 12:00. Stop by sign the beam and say hello. We will be in the back parking lot off of Sharon Drive.
Join us to sign the last beam to be installed on the new building. This coming Tuesday, July 8th from 10:30 - 12:00. Meet in the back parking lot off of Sharon Drive.
