7th Grade Boys Basketball Open Gyms
Wednesday, September 23 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Wednesday, September 30 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Tryouts will be on Monday, October 19.
Wednesday, September 23 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Wednesday, September 30 from 7:00-8:30 PM
Tryouts will be on Monday, October 19.
Due to the heat, the cross country meet in Jacksonville has been moved to 5:00 PM. Students participating will remain at FMS after school, and the bus will depart at 3:30 PM.
Due to the projected heat and humidity, we will be moving the FMS Boys Baseball game vs. Lincoln Magnet to 6 PM at Scheels today. 8th Grade Night recognition will be at 5:30 PM.
FMS arrival and dismissal procedures return to normal beginning Monday, September 14. Thank you for your flexibility during the recent disruption!
Please read this important information about pick up for car riders for today, September 11th.
As the city continues to work through the water main break in front of FMS on Outer Park
Drive, we are needing ALL parents that are picking up today to please pull into the Town and Country Shopping Center parking lot and find your designated waiting spot by grade level. Students will be on the sidewalks in front of the shopping center with District 186 staff supervising.
We are asking that after you park your car in our designated waiting spot that you walk to your student to pick them up. Due to the amount of traffic flow in this temporary pick-up operation our student’s safety is our top priority.
Please read and reference the map carefully. Upon arrival, look for wayfinding signs or ask someone in a vest for help:
Parents with multiple students will park in the parking lot of the oldest sibling.
6th grade - parking spots in front of the Board of Elections offices.
7th grade - parking spots in front of Chuck E. Cheese
8th Grade- parking spots in front of Old Burlington Coat Factory
Just a reminder - Parents CANNOT pick up in the West Parking lot by the Salvation Army/Delta Church.
We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility with this procedure.
As the city continues to work through the water main break in front of FMS on Outer Park
Drive, we are needing ALL parents that are picking up today to please pull into the Town and Country Shopping Center parking lot and find your designated waiting spot by grade level. Students will be on the sidewalks in front of the shopping center with District 186 staff supervising.
We are asking that after you park your car in our designated waiting spot that you walk to your student to pick them up. Due to the amount of traffic flow in this temporary pick-up operation our student’s safety is our top priority.
Please read and reference the map carefully. Upon arrival, look for wayfinding signs or ask someone in a vest for help:
Parents with multiple students will park in the parking lot of the oldest sibling.
6th grade - parking spots in front of the Board of Elections offices.
7th grade - parking spots in front of Chuck E. Cheese
8th Grade- parking spots in front of Old Burlington Coat Factory
Just a reminder - Parents CANNOT pick up in the West Parking lot by the Salvation Army/Delta Church.
We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility with this procedure.
Cross Country Practice, Cheerleading Clinic, 6th Grade Girls Basketball Practice, and Baseball Practice are canceled today. There are NO ACTIVITIES at FMS today.
UPDATE: We wanted to follow up with the next steps for students who ride the bus.
Bus Transportation Update
Bus-riding students will begin returning to their regular bus routes.
If you would like to pick up your student from FMS, a parent/guardian must arrive before 9:00 a.m. The parent/guardian must provide identification and be listed as an emergency contact for the student.
Students who are not picked up by 9:00 a.m. will return on their bus to their regular bus stops.
Please be patient as we work through this unforeseen circumstance and coordinate transportation for all students.
If you have questions, please contact the main office. Students have their phones with them if you need to communicate with your student directly.
Bus Transportation Update
Bus-riding students will begin returning to their regular bus routes.
If you would like to pick up your student from FMS, a parent/guardian must arrive before 9:00 a.m. The parent/guardian must provide identification and be listed as an emergency contact for the student.
Students who are not picked up by 9:00 a.m. will return on their bus to their regular bus stops.
Please be patient as we work through this unforeseen circumstance and coordinate transportation for all students.
If you have questions, please contact the main office. Students have their phones with them if you need to communicate with your student directly.
NO SCHOOL AT FMS TODAY!
Due to an unexpected water main issue, FMS does not have running water and will be unable to operate for the remainder of the day. As a result, school at FMS is cancelled for today.
We understand this is very short notice and sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding and flexibility as we work through this unexpected situation.
Bus riders: Buses will drop students at FMS this morning, continue their regular routes, and then return to FMS later this morning to transport FMS students back to their regular bus stops.
If you would like to pick up your student before the buses return, you may come to FMS to do so. Additional information regarding student pick-up will be shared shortly.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Due to an unexpected water main issue, FMS does not have running water and will be unable to operate for the remainder of the day. As a result, school at FMS is cancelled for today.
We understand this is very short notice and sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding and flexibility as we work through this unexpected situation.
Bus riders: Buses will drop students at FMS this morning, continue their regular routes, and then return to FMS later this morning to transport FMS students back to their regular bus stops.
If you would like to pick up your student before the buses return, you may come to FMS to do so. Additional information regarding student pick-up will be shared shortly.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Tonight's baseball game vs. Lincoln Jr. High has been canceled due to heat.
Today's FMS vs. Lincoln Jr. High Baseball Game has been postponed to 6 PM this evening, due to the heat. The game will be played at Field 6. Players should arrive by 5 PM.
Today's baseball game in Riverton has been canceled due to rain.
⚾ FREE TICKETS FOR DISTRICT 186 FAMILIES!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) is proud to call Springfield home for its inaugural season, and we’re excited to help our families experience the action!
As part of a special partnership with District 186, District 186 families have the opportunity to receive FREE tickets to select Thursday night WPBL games this season.
📅 Available Games:
Thursday, August 20
Thursday, August 27
Thursday, September 3
🎟️ Up to six tickets per family are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To claim your tickets, simply complete this form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejd0rCj5WQU_SUHXfI1t2l0zOP95D7dnobbj3gVVJN6TH_AA/viewform?usp=dialog
Once your request is processed, tickets will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
We’re grateful to the WPBL for welcoming Springfield and partnering with District 186 to provide our students and families with this exciting opportunity to enjoy professional baseball right here in our community!
Today's Baseball Practice (Friday, August 14th) is canceled due to rain.
Regarding Saturday's Baseball Game: Players need to be at the Riverton Athletic Club at 8:45 A.M.
Address is 1000 E Lincoln St, Riverton, IL 62561
Cross Country Practice is canceled tomorrow 8/10. There will be a brief parent meeting at 7:30 AM at FMS on Tuesday 8/11 with practice to follow until 8:30 AM.
The next tryout for students interested is Monday 8/24 (the first day of school!) from 2:30-4:00.
Baseball Tryouts for the Franklin Middle School/Grant Middle School Co-Op team are on Monday, August 3 from 9 AM- 11 AM at Scheels Sports Park- Field 6.
Participants should be registered at either FMS or GMS. They must provide their own transportation to and from the practice sites. They should have a sports physical dated within the past 12 months, and they should bring a baseball glove, water jug, molded cleats (tennis shoes), protective cup, and any other equipment.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Participants should be registered at either FMS or GMS. They must provide their own transportation to and from the practice sites. They should have a sports physical dated within the past 12 months, and they should bring a baseball glove, water jug, molded cleats (tennis shoes), protective cup, and any other equipment.
Reach out to Coach Brett Troemper (brettt@sps186.org) with questions.
Last call for students who wish to participate in the IESA Sectional Golf Tournament, held on September 9 for boys and September 10 for girls. Registration is $45 per golfer. There will be additional greens fees on the day of the sectional. Participants will be required to walk 18 holes independently, and they should have familiarity with golf tournaments (preferably 18 hole tournaments). Contact Sarah Sevener (sarahsev@sps186.org or 217-787-3006) to register by August 4.
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
FMS Boys Baseball Tryouts are August 3 from 9-11 AM at Scheels Sports Park! Visit the FMS website for more info! https://www.sps186.org/o/franklin/article/2948768
FMS Girls Basketball camp is soon! Register by July 31 to guarantee your spot! Camp is 8/3-8/6. Visit the website for more info: https://www.sps186.org/o/franklin/article/2920087
🚨 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!
