CONGRATS to our 8th grade boys basketball team for advancing to next round of regionals! Our next game will be on Tuesday at 5:45 in Chatham. Good luck!
Students this is a reminder that you are required to take attendance on an E-Learning Day. Students need to log into InfoSystem which is the intranet to confirm their attendance. Attendance will be processed at the end of the day. You must verify attendance by 2:00 p.m. Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent.
8th Grade Students - This is a reminder that all high school course forms are due this Friday January 26th to the guidance office at GMS. Please make sure you mark your top 3 electives and have a parent signature on the back.
Last - Tomorrow Wednesday January 24th Lanphier High School will be having their 9th grade preview night beginning at 5:30 pm.
In light of the remaining ice and black ice on roadways, sidewalks and parking lots, District 186 will have an e-learning day Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. We will be in school on January 24, 2024.
Students are expected to login for instruction. Attendance will be taken and recorded as follows:
Elementary School: Attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher | Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher.
Elementary School message for those classrooms that did not send home devices: Families will receive a direct message today because a few classrooms did not send home devices on Friday because of MAP testing and other individual classroom needs. Each classroom or school that is affected will send a direct communication by the principal or classroom teacher. Please make sure to read these communications.
Middle School + High School: Students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance.
Attendance will be processed at the end of the day.
Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent.
Teachers can also request changes based on student participation.
Students and families should check email and Canvas for instruction updates from their school. For more information, please visit our E-Learning webpage.
Project SCOPE will be open for currently enrolled SCOPE students from 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. at four combined locations. Please visit the SCOPE webpage to see where your child should attend SCOPE on an E-Learning Day.
Please contact your student’s school with any direct questions about e-learning. As always, be safe and happy learning. We appreciate your patience as we navigate through an e-learning day.
District staff, families and students, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your resilience and patience in navigating e-learning. Special kudos to our students for consistently logging in, following directions for attendance, and diligently completing assignments.
Many of you have already turned your sights to tomorrow. We know that clear weather advice can be elusive and unpredictable. At this time, we plan to be in session. However, please make sure to have a plan in place for both in-school and e-learning.
If, for any reason, an extra day is needed, we will make the call by 6 a.m. tomorrow based on updates from First Student Bus Service. As of now, the forecast predicts temperatures above freezing, with a gradual warm-up throughout the day. Your understanding during these weather-related decisions is truly valued.
Thanks for your continued patience as we navigate through the winter weather updates and make the best decisions for everyone involved.
#connect186 #sps186 #weare186
Dear GMS Families,
This is a reminder that GMS students are required to take attendance on an E-Learning Day. Students need to log into InfoSystem which is the intranet to confirm their attendance. Attendance will be processed at the end of the day. You must verify attendance by 2:00 p.m. Attendance directions are attached. Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent.
Reminder
ALL Middle School & High School students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance for today, January 22, 2024!
Attendance will be processed at the end of the day, so please log on and get your attendance confirmed!
Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent!
Elementary school attendance with devices at home:
All Elementary students' attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher. Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher.
Elementary school message for those classrooms that did not send home devices:
Some families have received a direct message today because a few classrooms did not send home devices on Friday because of MAP testing and other individual classroom needs. Each classroom or school that is affected has sent a direct communication by the principal or the classroom teacher. Please make sure to read these communications.
Thank you!
We apologize for any worry or confusion that this has caused for some across the District. We understand your frustration when unpredictable weather occurs and want to put your mind at ease again that students will not be penalized in any way for grades or attendance because they do not have their device for today’s e-learning day. Thank you for following these alternate plans as we continue to navigate and improve the use of e-learning opportunities.
*Please note that all middle school and high school athletic and extra- curricular activities and practices have been canceled for today, January 22, 2024.
Due to the current weather and road conditions, all Grant Middle School, afterschool activities, practices, etc. have been canceled for today. Please stay safe and warm!
Dear GMS Families,
Monday, January 22nd is an E-Learning Day. All students will work from home Monday due to current weather conditions.
GMS students are required to:
1. Log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance.
Attendance will be processed at the end of the day. You must verify attendance by 2:00 p.m. Attendance directions are below.
Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent.
2. Complete assigned work from each class through Canvas.
3. Students may communicate with their teachers via email or Google Meets.
Please contact GMS at 525-3170 if you have any questions.
Attendance Directions
In light of the ongoing winter weather conditions, District 186 will have an e-learning day Monday, January 22, 2024. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. We fully anticipate returning to school on January 23, 2024 in person. Please check your email for the e-learning instructions for attendance and more.
We are keeping a close eye on the evolving winter weather. We know planning ahead is essential for families, and we want to give you a heads-up about the POSSIBILITY of an e-learning day on Monday, January 22, 2024 due to the high probability of ice early tomorrow and throughout the day.
Our team is monitoring the predicted ice and wintery mix as well as the timing of this weather event, and we will notify you via alerts (Call/Text/Email & Social Media) as soon as a decision is made.
We are telling you this early this evening, so you can prepare for your families. We appreciate your understanding and appreciate your patience. Decisions like these are not taken lightly.
Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being part of our District 186 community.
#connect186 #weare186
Please support our GMS Black History committee by purchasing a T-shirts.
The cost is $15.
They can be picked up at the school. You can go to the main office to make your request. Ask for Mrs. Rawls or Mrs. Buckles.
Colors include red, yellow, green and black.
The attached list shows the sizes that are available by color. What you see listed is all that we have in inventory.
Your support will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, GMS Black History Committee 💛🖤
Springfield Public Schools District 186 is open today, Friday, January 19, 2024.
Please note that with the cold temperatures & snow we have been experiencing we want to remind everyone to travel safe and make sure your student is bundled up and dressed appropriately. It is important that we work together to make sure students are prepared to go to school in cold weather.
#connect186 #sps186 #weare186
Attendance Reminder... Please make sure your student has entered their attendance for the day in the info.system by 2:00 and have checked each Canvas page for assignments.
Thanks for a great day of E-Learning!!
Reminder ALL Middle School & High School students must log into InfoSystem to confirm their attendance for today!
Attendance will be processed at the end of the day, so please get on & get your attendance confirmed!
Students that DO NOT log into the Infosystem will be marked absent.
All Elementary students attendance will be taken during their scheduled Google Meet session with their teacher. Students should log in to Canvas and join the Google Meet session during the time provided by their teacher.
In anticipation of exceptionally cold temperatures expected tomorrow morning and a water main break that is still under repair at Jefferson Middle School, Springfield Public School District 186 will have an e-learning day on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. ALL District 186 schools will have an e-learning day on January 16th. Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our utmost priority, and we thank you for your understanding as we collectively navigate through these weather challenges. Based on the weather forecast we anticipate being in school on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
We have enacted our E-Learning day plan that allows students to receive asynchronous instruction at home, in lieu of using the District’s five extra days that have historically been added to the end of the school year.
To learn more about District 186’s E-Learning plan visit our E-Learning webpage - https://www.sps186.org/page/e-learning-information
Beta Club is hosting a fundraiser at MOD Pizza TODAY!
The proceeds will help students attend the Beta National convention in Georgia this summer.
Use the code MODGIVES25 to order online or use the flyer in person.
Thank you for your support of Beta Club!
Beta Club is hosting a fundraiser at MOD Pizza on Monday, January 15th.
The proceeds will help students attend the Beta National convention in Georgia this summer.
Use the code MODGIVES25 to order online or use the flyer in person.
Thank you for your support of Beta Club!
Good luck to our boys basketball team playing in Mount Zion tonight! We only have 2 more home games- Monday and Thursday is 8th grade night for the boys team and cheerleaders!
Good luck to the 6th grade volleyball team as they play their first game tomorrow morning at 9:30 at Ball Charter- please arrive by 9am.
7/8 grade volleyball has their first game Tuesday vs JMS at Grant!
No after school activities will have an activity bus this Wednesday. We hope all families have a safe and happy holiday break! Also, due to construction in the gym, winter break practices may be rearranged. Please check with your child's coach for specifics.
Our rescheduled game vs. Peoria Lutheran will be at GMS for a 4:30 game tomorrow!