
February 3, 2026
Greetings Fireflies! It is time to complete the 5 Essentials Survey. We need your feedback. Please take some time to share your honest opinion and experiences with us, so we can...

January 26, 2026
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...

January 16, 2026
The Springfield Public Schools District 186 Board of Education is recommending Dr. Terrance Jordan as the District’s next superintendent. The Board is expected to vote on Dr. Jord...

November 3, 2025
Thank you for helping us strengthen our connection with families and community partners. If you need resources or want to support by donating items please see the attached flyer.
October 28, 2025
Dear Firefly Families, As we move further into the fall season, we want to share some important health information and reminders to help keep our students, staff, and school comm...

January 25, 2026
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 ...

January 22, 2026
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...

December 4, 2025
Please plan to join us for our Gingerbread Math Event.

December 3, 2025
🎉 Hey, Future 6th Graders! 🎉 6th Grade Preview Night | February 5, 2025 | 6 PM It’s time to step into your next big adventure! 🌟 Come explore your middle school at your boun...


November 7, 2025
Please join us for our next KISS Breakfast on Friday, November 14 at 8:30am.

November 5, 2025
Central Illinois Foodbank continues to work on a SNAP disruption response plan which includes working with the state and food partners to create greater access of food for our nei...

July 24, 2025
First Annual District 186 Back to School Event—a celebration of connection, support, and community as we kick off the 2025–2026 school year together! Thursday, July 31st 3...

July 16, 2025
All District 186 students must register every year. This is a quick process where you update or validate the information from the previous year within minutes. This allows the s...

June 10, 2025
Greetings Fireflies! Enjoy your summer, but don't forget to prepare for next school year with our school supply list(s). *3-5

June 10, 2025
Greetings Fireflies! Enjoy your summer, but don't forget to prepare for next school year with our school supply list(s). K-2

June 2, 2025
See the full list of summer programs offered at District 186 Schools & in our community this summer: CLICK HERE FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS

May 22, 2025
16 District 186 schools will provide meals through the Summer Food Service Program this year. Free Breakfast and Lunch will be served to children 18 years of age and younger at al...

May 13, 2025
Bells were ringing loud and clear as this year’s Class of 2025 District 186 retirees celebrated at a retirement party tonight at the Inn at 835. CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Superinte...

May 9, 2025
CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS . Last night, we had the honor of celebrating our 2025 Horace Mann Educator of the Year and Administrator of the Year finalists and winners at a beautiful...
