July 24, 2025
District #186 will be hosting a Back to School event on July 31, 2025 from 3-7pm, at the District Office at 3063 Fiat Avenue. There will be two community groups at this event o...

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 3, 2025
Cross Country Pre-Season workout schedule for 2025. Contact Coach Lynn: jlynn@sps186.org, with any questions.

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 30, 2025
These Leopards are on the move — next stop: high school! SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE - https://photos.app.goo.gl/P7V5cd76LhXDkgUA8 We couldn’t be more proud of our 8th grade Cla...
May 22, 2025
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME!! This summer, the Lincoln Magnet Band has been invited to perform "God Bless America" at Busch Stadium before the Cardinals vs. Cubs game on Frid...

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 21, 2025
🌟 Huge kudos to our incredible Lincoln Magnet School students who lit up the stage tonight at Southeast High School Auditorium for Honors Night! 🌟 CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Ov...

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
🎨🎶 Fine Arts Night – You’re Invited! 🎶🎨 Tuesday, May 13th | 6:00 – 7:00 PM | LMS Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the creativity and talent of our amazing stud...

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...
April 16, 2025
🎉 Congratulations to the 2025–2026 Leopards Cheer Team! 🐆🎀 We are so excited to officially welcome 14 amazing Leopards and 4 outstanding alternates to the 2025–2026 Squad! Y...

April 9, 2025
What a show-stopping night at Sangamon Auditorium! CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS Family, friends, and community members packed the house for an unforgettable evening of music, talent, a...

March 27, 2025
It’s That Time of Year Again! (click to see photos) The best day of the year is here—we’re thrilled to announce the finalists for the Horace Mann Educator of the Year, Administra...

March 26, 2025
Today, proudly welcomed Superintendent Jennifer Gill for an immersive visit, highlighting the incredible work of students and staff. From the moment she arrived, the energy was el...

March 19, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music! Join us for the All-City Music Festival on Tuesday, April 8 at Sangamon Auditorium , where the incredible voices and talents o...

March 14, 2025
Lincoln Magnet School students put their research and creativity on full display during the History in Action Expo. Throughout the school day, families and guests walked through...

February 14, 2025
🏆 Lincoln Magnet School| Ball Charter’s 7th grade boys basketball team brought home the 4A state championship tonight after an unforgettable, hard-fought battle! In an intens...

February 12, 2025
Due to the snowy conditions District 186 will have an e-learning day Wednesday February 12, 2025. We will keep you informed as we continue to monitor the winter conditions, and m...
