Good morning, Springfield High!  Today is _____Oct 28th___________________



  • Senators show kindness through their actions. Whether it’s holding the door for a stranger or giving a Kind Card to someone, even the smallest acts of kindness can be a rewarding experience for both the giver and the receiver.  Plus your act of kindness may inspire others to do the same which creates a more caring and positive community.  Be A Senator Club wants to thank you for spreading kindness all month long, let’s keep it going all school year!Be sure to check out the Senator Shout Out board outside of the cafeteria. 26 students were recognized by staff members for standing out in a positive and exceptional way during 1st Quarter. Great job Senators!


  • Be sure to check out the Senator Shout Out board outside of the cafeteria. 26 students were recognized by staff members for standing out in a positive and exceptional way during 1st Quarter. Great job Senators!


  • Any students interested in purchasing football playoff apparel can do so through the link on their class canvas page. Orders are due by Monday night at midnight. If you have any questions, please see Coach Hebb or Coach Kramer. 


  • There will be a GSA meeting after school Friday in Mrs. Eaton’s room 366.


  • Attention all girl athlete's! Girls Wrestling will be having an open mat session next Tuesday October 29th at Lanphier high schools wrestling room from 3:30-5:00pm.  Come find out why girls wrestling is the fastest growing sport in the country. See coach Kenny in room 220 for questions. 


  • Last reminder about the Mock Test on Wednesday, October 30th. Freshmen and Sophomores stay at school until 2:17 p.m., Juniors are dismissed after testing and Seniors are not in the building due to their Activity Day. Additionally, Seniors are dismissed on the 29th at 2:17 p.m.

  • There are no zero hour classes on Wednesday, October 30th.

  • Students who are testing should bring their fully charged Chromebook, charger and cord, a small snack and water bottle if desired, and a calculator if they have one. Students will have the option of using a calculator on their Chromebook, but many students like the option of having a hand-held calculator. Students should be on time for school or may not be admitted to their testing room.

  • We will not celebrate Halloween on October 31st as it is a full day of teaching and learning. Therefore, no costumes or face paint, or food parties will be permitted.



  • “Students if you need help with your class work or homework, After School Tutoring is held in Room 220 on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday each week from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m."


  • We have started AP exam sign-ups.  There are two steps to sign up for the AP Exams.  First, students need to join each AP course on myap.collegeboard.org and register for the exam.  Second, students will need to sign-up/pay in Guidance. 


The due date to order an exam is Friday, November 8th.  After this date, there will be a $40 late sign-up fee.  Exams will begin in May of 2025.  Each exam is $97. Cash or check will be accepted in Guidance.  Checks can be made out to Springfield High School.  There is a reduced price for eligible students.  Questions? Ask your AP teacher or contact Mrs. Adeniji


  • We are starting up a new District 186 Show Choir! SHS will be a part of the District performing Show Choir along with LHS and SE. Auditions will be held November 9th, save the date and we will give more details soon!


  • Attention girl basketball players not involved in a fall sport: There will be an informational meeting on Monday Oct. 28th right after school regarding tryouts in room #264. Any questions, see Coach Scheffler.


  • Congratulations to the girls swimming and diving team for their third place finish at conference.  The team was led by Chloe Scheffler with a 2nd place finish in the 100 backstroke and 3rd place in the 200 freestyle.  Reese Jennings place 4th in diving.  Abby Myers placed 6th in the 50 freestyle and 5th in the 100 butterfly, Lila Martin placed 6th in the 200 IM and 5th in the 500 freestyle, Mary O’Brien placed 6th in the 100 Freestyle and 5th in the 100 breaststroke.  Lilly Allen placed 6th in the 100 butterfly.  Lilly Allen, Natasha O’Brien, Lila Martin and Lu Derman teamed up for a 6th place finish in the 200 Medley Relay, Chloe Scheffler, Mary O’Brien, Abby Myers and Lila Martin teamed up for a 4th place finish in the 200 free relay and Scheffler, Myers, O’Brien and Allen placed 5th in the 400 Freestyle Relay.  Congratulations on a great meet!  The senators will compete in the sectional meet on November 9th.


  • The soccer team defeated Jacksonville 4-3 to win the 2A Jacksonville Regional. The team battled back from a 3-0 deficit in the last 20 minutes. Gavin Oyler and Evan Carrell each scored 2 goals, while Parker Hinds, Faron Harmony, Gavin Oyler and Bruno Rosas picked up assists. The Solons will face Champaign Centennial in the Sectional semi-final on Tuesday at Warrensburg Latham.


  • The girls cross country team competed at the 3A regional in Quincy on Saturday. The girls finished in 5th place to advance to the 3A sectional in Normal. The Lady Senators were led by Mia Volpert. The girls compete at sectionals on Saturday. 


The boys cross country team competed at the 3A regional in Quincy on Saturday. The boys finished in 4th place to advance to the 3A sectional in Normal. The Senators were led by Alex Ratz. The boys compete at sectionals on Saturday. 





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)