Good morning, Springfield High!  Today is _____Sept 23th___________________




  • Congratulations to our National Merit Scholarship honorees Ethan Baima, Alex Shapinsky, Rohan  Ugrappa, Nathaniel Pasman, Gabe Villegas and Jackie Tucka. These six Senators have earned amazing accolades because of their transcripts and test scores. We are proud of you and wish you luck if you are moving on in the scholarship contest!

  • The SHS Homecoming Dance is Saturday, October 5th at SHS from 7-9:30 p.m. If you bring a guest from another school, homecoming guest forms are available in the guidance office. All guests must be under 21 and have a picture ID at the door, in addition to having the guest form filled out entirely. Guest forms are due back in the guidance office by Thursday, October 3rd at 3:30 p.m., no exceptions. 

  • Are you interested in dancing at halftime for basketball games and City Tournament? The Scarlet Line dance team will be having winter tryouts on October 22 and 23 from 3:45-4:45pm in the SHS Commons. Tryout packet information is available to pick up in the main office. 


  • A Fall Play crew meeting will be Monday October 23 after school in Mrs. Eaton’s room 366 until 3:45. 


  • Art club will meet on Tuesday until 4:15 in room 320. Please check the Canvas announcement and respond if you will be coming so we can make sure we have enough sketchbooks for everyone. 


  • Are you interested in joining the Creative Writing Club? Come by Mr. Chamberlain’s room, room 364, this Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 to get involved! All are welcome!


  • Senators show respect by listening to others.  One of the greatest ways to show respect is by listening to others when they speak.  This shows you value what they have to say, even if their opinion is different from yours. This week, when you are talking to others, stop what you are doing, make eye contact and give them your undivided attention. Have a great week, from Be A Senator!


  • The Springfield High School Girls Tennis Team played at the Alton Invitational this past weekend with Madisyn Williams claiming a fourth place finish at second singles.  Additionally, Myla Shannon finished 2-2 at first singles.


  • Pen in the box will meet before school Wednesday in  Mrs Eaton’s  366. We are painting donation boxes, so bring your artistic ideas.


  • Scholastic bowl will practice after school Tuesday in room 366, Mrs Eaton’s room.New and  Returning players if you are unable to attend, please contact Mrs. Eaton ASAP.


  • Congratulations to the JV volleyball team that went a perfect 4-0 to win the Lutheran High Invitational volleyball tournament this weekend.





  • The SHS football team improved their record to 4-0 and secured the Superintendent's Cup with a 51-24 victory over Southeast on Friday night. Kale Thurman was on the receiving end of two touchdown passes from Brody Scheffler, while Armanze Lewis paced the Senator rushing attack with two touchdowns. Bryce Bryant and Brody Scheffler also added rushing touchdowns, while Kai Rinaberger connected on a 31 yard field goal. The Senator defense was led by Keyshaun Harris with 8 tackles, while Richards Stults added a pick six and fumble recovery. Elijah Taylor also added an interception in the 4th quarter to ice the game. The Senators will look to improve to 5-0 as they take on Quincy Notre Dame this Friday night at Memorial Stadium.  


  • The girls swimming and diving team competed at the Champaign Centennial Invite on Saturday.  Abby Myers placed 5th place in the 100 backstroke and 8th place in the 100 butterfly with season best times in both.  Reese Jennings had a 9th place finish in diving.  The senators also had season best times by Lila Martin, Lu Derman, Natasha O’Brien and Lilly Allen.  Congratulations!


  • Are you interested in joining the Creative Writing Club? Come by Mr. Chamberlain’s room, room 364, this Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 to get involved! All are welcome!


  • The cross country team competed at the Peoria Notre Dame Invite on Saturday in a competition of over 80 teams! The Varsity girls were led by Mia Volpert. The Varsity boys were led by Kishan Ugrappa. The Fresh/Soph girls were led by Ava Fultz and the Fresh/Soph boys were led by Blake Schmitt. The team next competes on Saturday at the Springfield HS Invite at Lincoln Park. Races start at 9:45 AM! 







Students, we have had great attendance at our first home football games. But, we want to remind you of the code of conduct. The Code of Conduct and the guidelines of the student handbook apply to all students while on District 186 property, adjacent property or engaged in school-sponsored activities. Any misconduct before, during or after the game will be handled by the administration at the student’s school and will result in consequences. 


Please note that students who are suspended and/or expelled are not permitted to attend school events, including games. If a suspended or expelled student purchases a ticket and is admitted by mistake, they will be required to leave, and no refunds will be issued.


All spectators are expected to remain seated during games. Anyone found standing or roaming for an extended period of time will be asked to sit in the stands, failure to comply will result in being removed from the stadium.  


Also failing to abide by the football stadium expectations may result in you being escorted from the stadium.  If you are escorted from the stadium you will not be allowed to return to future games.


No unaccompanied minors will be allowed entry into games. All K-8th grade students should be with an adult who is responsible for their actions and monitors their movement during the games. They should be sitting watching the games and limit walking around unless using the restroom or visiting the concession stand. Students can not attend without an adult - they will not be allowed entry. 


Football games will conclude around 9:15 p.m., announcements will be made for students to call for their ride at the start of 4th quarter at every game. Please make sure your ride, if needed, is at the stadium to pick you up at that time.


We want to cheer on our teams, have great District 186 spirit and have a good time. Thank you for assisting the Administration and the Springfield Police Department in this manner. 



And now the Pledge of Allegiance!


I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.


(Moment of Silence)