⚾ FREE TICKETS FOR DISTRICT 186 FAMILIES!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
Register Today! This is a friendly reminder that registration is open always online at any time. Please register your students as soon as possible so we can finalize schedules for your student. If you don't plan on attending GMS this upcoming school year please call and let us know and get registered at your new school. Any questions call 217-525-3170. We appreciate your support and are looking forward to a great school year
REMINDER Fall Sports Tryout info & SPORTS PHYSICALS
Baseball Tryouts for the Grant/Franklin Middle School Co-Op team will begin on Monday August 3 from 9 AM- 11 AM at Scheels Sports Park Field #6.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Cross Country workouts, OPEN TO ALL GMS kids, starts Monday August 3 and run through Thursday from 8AM to 9:15AM. Meet at the Washington Park Tennis Courts. Open to any GMS student regardless of experience.
Reach out to Coach Justin Lee (jlee3@sps186.org) with questions.
Attached to the email version of this is several flyers for reduced price sports physical clinics coming up! Athletes must have a sports physical yearly.
Baseball Tryouts for the Grant/Franklin Middle School Co-Op team will begin on Monday August 3 from 9 AM- 11 AM at Scheels Sports Park Field #6.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Cross Country workouts, OPEN TO ALL GMS kids, starts Monday August 3 and run through Thursday from 8AM to 9:15AM. Meet at the Washington Park Tennis Courts. Open to any GMS student regardless of experience.
Reach out to Coach Justin Lee (jlee3@sps186.org) with questions.
Attached to the email version of this is several flyers for reduced price sports physical clinics coming up! Athletes must have a sports physical yearly.
We can't wait to see you TODAY!!!
Join us for the Community Back-to-School Celebration and get ready for an incredible start to the 2026-2027 school year!
Today, July 30th | 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
Students, Families & Staff won't want to miss this FREE community event featuring:
✅ Over 90 community exhibitors with valuable resources and information
✅ Back to School Physicals available on-site
✅ Free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Free food and treats
✅ Family activities and so much more!
Whether you're looking for helpful resources, getting ready for the first day of school, or just wanting to connect with the community, there's something for everyone.
A huge thank you to our incredible community partners whose generosity and support have made this event possible. ❤
#WeAre186 #sps186 #BackToSchool #ourcommunity
Join us for the Community Back-to-School Celebration and get ready for an incredible start to the 2026-2027 school year!
Today, July 30th | 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
Students, Families & Staff won't want to miss this FREE community event featuring:
✅ Over 90 community exhibitors with valuable resources and information
✅ Back to School Physicals available on-site
✅ Free school supplies (while supplies last)
✅ Free food and treats
✅ Family activities and so much more!
Whether you're looking for helpful resources, getting ready for the first day of school, or just wanting to connect with the community, there's something for everyone.
A huge thank you to our incredible community partners whose generosity and support have made this event possible. ❤
#WeAre186 #sps186 #BackToSchool #ourcommunity
Fall Sports Tryout info & SPORTS PHYSICALS
Softball continues tomorrow 7/28 8:00-10:00AM @ Lawless Park
Baseball Tryouts for the Grant/Franklin Middle School Co-Op team will begin on August 3 from 9 AM- 11 AM at Scheels Sports Park.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Cross Country workouts OPEN TO ALL start next week August 3 and run Mon through Thur from 8AM to 9:15AM. Meet at the Washington Park Tennis Courts. Open to any GMS student regardless of experience.
Reach out to Coach Justin Lee (jlee3@sps186.org) with questions.
Attached to the email version of this is several flyers for reduced price sports physical clinics coming up! Athletes must have a sports physical yearly.
Softball continues tomorrow 7/28 8:00-10:00AM @ Lawless Park
Baseball Tryouts for the Grant/Franklin Middle School Co-Op team will begin on August 3 from 9 AM- 11 AM at Scheels Sports Park.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Cross Country workouts OPEN TO ALL start next week August 3 and run Mon through Thur from 8AM to 9:15AM. Meet at the Washington Park Tennis Courts. Open to any GMS student regardless of experience.
Reach out to Coach Justin Lee (jlee3@sps186.org) with questions.
Attached to the email version of this is several flyers for reduced price sports physical clinics coming up! Athletes must have a sports physical yearly.
Sports Updates
Today's 7th/8th Volleyball open gym has been CANCELLED.
TOMORROW 7/27: Softball Tryouts for 6th-8th graders at Lawless Park is now at 8AM due to the heat.Please bring plenty of water and your softball equipment!!
Today's 7th/8th Volleyball open gym has been CANCELLED.
TOMORROW 7/27: Softball Tryouts for 6th-8th graders at Lawless Park is now at 8AM due to the heat.Please bring plenty of water and your softball equipment!!
Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected on July 27/28th later in the day, softball tryouts have been moved to an earlier time.
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
🚨 IMPORTANT TIME CHANGE | Middle School Softball Tryouts
Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected on July 27/28th later in the day, softball tryouts have been moved to an earlier time.
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected on July 27/28th later in the day, softball tryouts have been moved to an earlier time.
July 27 & 28
⏰ NEW TRYOUT TIME: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Lawless Park (1500 N. 11th St.)
Athletes should come prepared with: Plenty of water & their softball gear and equipment.
See you at 8 am!
Keep Kids in School Clinics -No Appointment Needed
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
Reminder that volleyball open gyms for 7th & 8th graders this upcoming school year is every Sunday from 2-4pm through July! Enter at the 1900 side doors.
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of students? Join us at the District 186 Career Fair on July 7 and learn more about the many opportunities available across our district.
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
The countdown to a new school year is on, and District 186 is excited to welcome students, families, staff, and community members to the 2nd Annual Community Back-to-School Event on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
We are in the last week of school! Just a few friendly reminders:
No school on Monday- Memorial Day
Tuesday- Chromebook/Charger collection day/Locker clean out
Wed.-8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony starting at 9am- 8th graders free to leave with parent/guardian sign out after ceremony.
Thursday-Last Day; 2:30 dismissal
** We have yearbooks still available for $20 in the office. We also have 24-25 and 23-24 yearbooks if you missed those for $10 each.
No school on Monday- Memorial Day
Tuesday- Chromebook/Charger collection day/Locker clean out
Wed.-8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony starting at 9am- 8th graders free to leave with parent/guardian sign out after ceremony.
Thursday-Last Day; 2:30 dismissal
** We have yearbooks still available for $20 in the office. We also have 24-25 and 23-24 yearbooks if you missed those for $10 each.
Congrats to our very own Jayden on his 3rd place finish at today's State Track Meet in the 7-4A 400 meter dash! The Generals are back in action tomorrow for girls 800 and 4x100! Way to go Jayden and good luck tomorrow coaches and athletes!!!
Good afternoon Learning Lab for today has been CANCELLED. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Spring Paint Night next Tuesday! Read the flyer to RSVP & more info.
Today's track meet due to weather, temps and track conditions has been CANCELLED. Sorry for any inconvenience. There will not be track practice.
Learning lab is cancelled for today. Thank you!
Huge S/O to FACE and Student Advocacy, our pantry has been filled!
#We’re Better Together
#Generals
#We’re Better Together
#Generals
Attention students attending SHS for 2026-27 school year! There will be an informational parent/candidate meeting for Springfield High School Cheer on Friday, April 24th, at 5:00 pm in the SHS library.
Interested candidates should attend with a parent or guardian. Please contact Coach Walls with questions.
ashwalls@sps186.org
Interested candidates should attend with a parent or guardian. Please contact Coach Walls with questions.
ashwalls@sps186.org