Matheny-Withrow Elementary School

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...

Mark your calendar ! Kindergarten preview night is coming! Kindergarten preview night is open to all families of children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2025. Find your ...

Get ready for a season of fun and teamwork! We are excited to announce registration for our Spring 2025 program. We have options for all ages and skill levels: Ages 3-7: Reg...

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...

We’re excited to announce the Valentine's Dance hosted by the FACE Team! The event will be held on February 14, 2025 , with two separate dance times: K-2nd Grade : 1:30 PM ...

Join us for a creative and informative morning at Matheny-Withrow Elementary’s Vision Board and Brunch ! On January 30th from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM , we’ll show you how to set mea...

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...

District 186 will be open for school on Friday, January 10, 2025. We look forward to seeing our students today for in person learning! As always during the winter season we enco...

🎉 We Want Your Feedback! 🎉 At District 186, we’re dedicated to creating welcoming schools and fostering strong family and community engagement. To help us grow, we’re inviting ...

Celebrate the season with festive fun each day: 🎄 Merry Monday : Show off your holiday spirit in red and green! 💚 Grinch T’Who’sday : Go all out with your Grinchiest green or W...

Get ready for a cozy evening celebrating literacy and community! On Wednesday, December 18th , from 4:30-6:00 PM , we’ll be hosting a special Literacy Night at Matheny-Withrow...

Project SEARCH Information Night | December 11,2024 5:00 p.m. @ Memorial MLearning Center , 228 W. Miller Street - Project Search is a unique program for students with intellec...

If you or someone you know is in need of a warm meal or food assistance this Thanksgiving season, here are some opportunities: Lincoln Land ABATE's Annual Thanksgiving Dinner ...

Get ready to show your school spirit and dream big about the future during AVID Spirit Week ! What is AVID? AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a program that e...

Want to make a big impact in just one hour a month? Join our expanding Real Men Read program! Volunteer to read to 1st or 3rd graders and inspire young minds. It’s easy—books and ...

We are thrilled to once again offer an after-school Beginning Band Program for students currently enrolled in 5th grade! The band program will run Tuesdays & Thursday nights fro...

👋🏾👋🏿👋🏻 Important Reminder for Parents and Guardians Download the District 186 App!👋🏾👋🏿👋🏻 On your device download the District 186 App on Google Play or the Apple App Store! This...

Level Up, 186—We’re Just Getting Started! Click Here for Photos The first day of the 2024-2025 school year is here, and our incredible staff is ready and excited to welcome ou...

District 186 Families, 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...