Springfield Public Schools - District 186

Summer SCOPE 2026 Information Summer SCOPE will run June 8 – August 14 at two locations: Sandburg School (2051 Wabash Ave.) Wilcox School (2000 Hastings Rd.) Program ...

Mark your calendar ! Kindergarten preview night is coming! Kindergarten preview night is open to all children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2026. Click to use school locat...

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS It’s one of the most meaningful times of the year in District 186 as we partner with Horace Mann to celebrate excellence across our schools. After receiv...

We are excited to share that we are currently planning our Second Annual Community Back-to-School Event and we are looking for exhibitors Save the Date: Thursday, ...

2026 District 186 GRADUATE WALK THE HALLS Be a part of history! It is the 4th annual 186 Graduate Walk The Halls!! What is Grad Walk The Halls? Seniors, it’s you...

Brains were buzzing and strategy was on full display as Franklin Middle School’s chess team made a powerful showing at the State Tournament! Out of a field of 310 competitors, 8th...

The Board of Education, Springfield School District No. 186, will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the 2nd-floor PD Room of the District’s Admini...

Starting March 11th you can stop by these local businesses and see artwork displayed by District 186 students that was selected by their art teachers. Congratulations! Thank yo...

The energy was high, the questions were tough, and the pride in the room was undeniable at this year’s Black History Bowl. A huge thank you to the Springfield and Central Illino...

We rolled out the red carpet and opened the doors and what a moment it was at SHS his morning! CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS The ribbon has officially been cut on the new Duey Gymnas...

Your Voice Matters! Share your thoughts in the 5Essentials Survey before March 28 and help shape the future of our schools. Your feedback helps us celebrate what’s working and i...

Springfield High School is excited to welcome our community to celebrate a milestone and enjoy a first look at our Duey gymnasium space, home of the Senators. We hope you’ll join ...

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of former District 186 Superintendent of Schools, Diane Rutledge, after a courageous battle with ALS. Diane devoted her life to servin...

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS It was a fun and memorable night at Eisenhower Pool as seniors were recognized on Senior Night and our schools took to the water for the boys’ City Swimmin...

Applications to nominate the 2026 Horace Mann-Springfield School District 186 Educator of the Year, Administrator of the Year and Rising Stars are available on the District’s webs...

Winter weather continues with bitter temperatures and accumulated precipitation from the weekend. For the safety of our students and staff, we will utilize another E-Learning day ...

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Bank of Springfield CITY TOURNAMENT 2026 NIGHT 4 This night was one was for the history books. The night tipped off with a beautiful National Anth...

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS The boys hit the BOS Center court to open the night with Lanphier High School vs. SHG. The Lions battled all the way through, but the Cyclones pulled o...

We are excited to be part of the collaborative effort between Camp I Am Me by the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance, the Illinois State Fire Marshal and the Springfield Illinois Fire...

Due to extreme temperatures, Springfield Public Schools District 186 will hold an e-learning day on Friday, January 23, 2026 . Temperatures are expected to be in the negative n...