26/27 WMS, JMS and Iles Baseball Tryout Information
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
2026 SPS 186 Softball Team
Congratulations to the following ladies who tried out in sweltering heat and humidity to make the 2026 SPS 186 Softball Team!!!
Amelia B Karigan B Justice C Amelia G Kaylee H Nayomi H Kinley K Taylor M Alycia Mc Everly M Emmy O Karter P Lucy R Logan R Ava S Charlie T Josie T Mavis V Annabelle W Zoe W
Practice 5:30-7:00 pm at Lawless Park - Wednesday, July 29.
There will be a parent meeting at 6:45 pm.
Congratulations to the following ladies who tried out in sweltering heat and humidity to make the 2026 SPS 186 Softball Team!!!
Amelia B Karigan B Justice C Amelia G Kaylee H Nayomi H Kinley K Taylor M Alycia Mc Everly M Emmy O Karter P Lucy R Logan R Ava S Charlie T Josie T Mavis V Annabelle W Zoe W
Practice 5:30-7:00 pm at Lawless Park - Wednesday, July 29.
There will be a parent meeting at 6:45 pm.
🚨 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!
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.
If you are interested in playing softball for the district 186 team next year please plan to attend tryouts.
Reminder: tonight, May 7, from 5 pm - 6:30 pm, the Student Council will host an activity fair in the WMS gym for 6th, 7th, and incoming 5th graders. Over 20 clubs and activities will be showcased. You must attend with a guardian. You will have the opportunity to ask student members and sponsors more about their clubs and activities. Come find out more about getting involved at WMS next year.
Join us in celebrating Autism Awareness next week.
WMS/Iles Track practice today 4/2 will be at WMS from 2:30 - 4. The track teams will not be going to LHS today.
Spring Picture Day is tomorrow - March 31, 2026
Spring Picture Day ID: EVTBRV8ZC
Please use S26SPRING at mylifetouch.com for 20% off orders of $34.99 or more!
Envelope orders cannot be accepted after Picture Day has ended. We will accept envelopes during Picture Day. After Picture Day, all orders can be conveniently placed on mylifetouch.com.
The 8th grade girls volleyball team will be playing FMS tomorrow 3/7 in Quincy at 10am. The bus will be leaving WMS at 7:15am.
Good Afternoon,
BSN has created a Spring Apparel Shop for us the information to access the store is below.
2026 Spring Apparel Shop is now open!
OUR SHOP DETAILS
- Shop Now: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/26WMSW1
- Store Open From: March 2 - March 17, 2026
Access Code: 26WMSW1
BSN has created a Spring Apparel Shop for us the information to access the store is below.
2026 Spring Apparel Shop is now open!
OUR SHOP DETAILS
- Shop Now: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/26WMSW1
- Store Open From: March 2 - March 17, 2026
Access Code: 26WMSW1
The volleyball bus for 7th grade regionals will leave WMS at 6:15 on 2/28. The y will be playing FMS at 9 am. The game will be played at Quincy Jr. High. Quincy (Jersey St entrance 100 S 14th St, Quincy).
Please join us in celebrating our 8th grade volleyball players in between today's games. The 7th grade game will begin at 4:30 and the recognition will be immediately following.
The volleyball game scheduled on 2/26 against GMS will now be played on 2/25. The game will begin at 3:30 here at WMS.
8-4A Boys Basketball Regional Schedule (Updated 1/23)
Game 1: 9:00 am: (2) Quincy vs (7) Springfield Franklin
Game 2: 10:15 am: (3) Jacksonville vs (6) Springfield Jefferson
Game 3: 11:30 am: (1) Springfield Lincoln vs (8) Springfield Washington
Game 4: 12:45 pm: (4) Springfield Grant vs (5) Glenwood
WMS/Iles will now play at 11:30 instead of 9:00 as originally scheduled. The bus will depart from WMS at 10am.
Game 1: 9:00 am: (2) Quincy vs (7) Springfield Franklin
Game 2: 10:15 am: (3) Jacksonville vs (6) Springfield Jefferson
Game 3: 11:30 am: (1) Springfield Lincoln vs (8) Springfield Washington
Game 4: 12:45 pm: (4) Springfield Grant vs (5) Glenwood
WMS/Iles will now play at 11:30 instead of 9:00 as originally scheduled. The bus will depart from WMS at 10am.
The WMS/Iles volleyball game scheduled for today at JMS has been canceled.