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
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.
Enjoy the fun today!
Black Hawk Family Science Night TONIGHT from 5:30 - 7:00. Families can participate in a variety of hands-on science activities. Bring the family to make SLIME, see dinosaur bones, create a racetrack, build marshmallow towers, learn about Crime Science investigations, play STEM games, and much more.
BlackHawk Family Science Night will be on Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30 - 7:00. Families can participate in a variety of hands-on science activities. Bring the family to make SLIME, see dinosaur bones, create a racetrack, build marshmallow towers, learn about Crime Science investigations, play STEM games, and much more.
Basketball game tonight vs Ball Charter is at Ball Charter tonight! 5:30p. The location changed from the original schedule.
FACE/PTO Meeting Tonight 5p
Due to the unpredictability of the weather, cheer and basketball practice is cancelled for tonight.
Thursday’s basketball game against Marsh has been canceled. Basketball practice Tuesday and Thursday 5-6 PM.
Reminder that the Basketball game tonight is at Grant Middle School against Jane Addams. Starting at 5:30p
Read Across America Spirit Week
Good Afternoon,
Our Black Hawk gear has arrived! You can pick up your order at the main office.
Our Black Hawk gear has arrived! You can pick up your order at the main office.
Good Morning Families,
Please do not deliver or have delivered individualized Valentine's Gifts for your child(ren) i.e. Flowers, Stuffed Animals (of any size), Balloons/Balloon Bouquets, Candy boxes, etc.
These are lovely things to give your child(ren) at home. We do not have the place for these items and the often become a distraction and sometimes items are misplaced or lost and it becomes an unnecessary school issue. Please save this wonderful gifts for the evening/weekend. Thank you for your cooperation.
Items for classroom parties are still welcome to be dropped off
Event Reminders
Tonight First Home Basketball Game begins at 5:30p
Tomorrow Math Glow Night Begins at 5:30p
School will be in session tomorrow. Remember to dress warm! Coats, gloves, hats, etc! Also, remember to charge up iPads so they are ready to be used for instruction while students are at school tomorrow as well.
Good Morning Black Hawk Families,
Attendance Matters: Student Expectations for E- Learning Attendance
Elementary – Check-in with teachers during the scheduled Google Meet hours to be marked present.
Most teachers have office hours from 9a-11a. You have a few minutes left to join, and then please remember to complete all assigned work!
See you tomorrow!
Attendance Matters: Student Expectations for E- Learning Attendance
Elementary – Check-in with teachers during the scheduled Google Meet hours to be marked present.
Most teachers have office hours from 9a-11a. You have a few minutes left to join, and then please remember to complete all assigned work!
See you tomorrow!
4th/5th Grade Basketball Practice is Canceled tonight Due to City Tournament