
February 19, 2025
Please be sure to join us this Saturday 2/22 from 11-3pm at Sandburg School for our Annual Chili Supper and Fun Fair. We'll have delicious food (for dine in or carry out), fun ga...

February 12, 2025
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...

January 21, 2025
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...

January 20, 2025
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...

January 15, 2025
Our 5th graders were able to spend some quality time with State Senator Turner.

January 15, 2025
The students at Sandburg had an amazing opportunity to meet and talk with Deputy Govenor Manar. Such a great experience for them.

January 10, 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...


December 16, 2024
🎉 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 ...

December 2, 2024
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...


October 4, 2024
Picture Day is Friday 10/11. Order forms were sent home or you can enter in code EVTMFCZK2 to LIFETOUCH to purchase a picture package.

September 20, 2024
Parents Click HERE to order your Sandburg SWAG Today! Deadline to order is Sunday 10/6! Estimated pick-up day is Friday Oct 18!

September 17, 2024
Parents - Please click HERE to let us know if you need us to prepare you a lunch for purchase or if you are bringing your own lunch for our Family Picnic and Watch Me Grow Event ...
September 4, 2024
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 ...

September 3, 2024
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...

August 23, 2024
👋🏾👋🏿👋🏻 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...

August 20, 2024
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...

August 13, 2024
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...

August 13, 2024
Join us in welcoming our new principals in their new roles : Mr. Simon Wilson - Harvard Park Elementary Mr. Jason Nikson - Lee School Mrs. Geneka Gully - Matheny-Withrow ...