School Picture Make Up Day will be held Wednesday, October 28th. This session will be for all students and staff who were not present on Picture Day, or who need to retake their photo due to an issue with the picture. This includes 9th through 11th grade AND Senior Portraits.
Students wishing to schedule a retake will need to contact Mr. Fisher in advance. You may e-mail him at cfish@sps186.org or catch him on the Yellow Hall. Students who need their first picture taken will be scheduled and notified of their time to come to the auditorium.
Your school picture is used for your student ID, the district cumulative folder, and in the yearbook. This is our final picture day for the year, so make sure you are here and ready! That includes you, Seniors!
Results for the Volleyball/Fotball Cash Calendar Raffle:
Oct. 1 - 655 - unsold ticket/no winner
Oct. 2 - 616 - unsold ticket/no winner
Oct. 3 - 139 - Bonnie Killen
Oct. 4 - 980 - unsold ticket/no winner
Prizes will be mailed out this month!
Check back next Monday to see if you're a winner!
Check out this awesome college event!
The 2027-2028 FAFSA application has opened!
You can access it through the FAFSA website:
FAFSA Homepage
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Mr. Metzke is hosting a FAFSA Completion Night on this Tuesday, October 6, and can assist the Class of 2027 students and their families with the application.
Students and their parents will need: the student's Chromebook, student cell phone, parent cell phone, student social security number, and parent social security number.
You can access it through the FAFSA website:
FAFSA Homepage
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Mr. Metzke is hosting a FAFSA Completion Night on this Tuesday, October 6, and can assist the Class of 2027 students and their families with the application.
Students and their parents will need: the student's Chromebook, student cell phone, parent cell phone, student social security number, and parent social security number.
Make a note and join us for our monthly FACE Meeting! We'd love to have you get involved.
This month we will meet Monday, October 19th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Lanphier Auditorium.
Any questions, call or email Ms. Logan at klogan1@sps186.org.
This month we will meet Monday, October 19th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Lanphier Auditorium.
Any questions, call or email Ms. Logan at klogan1@sps186.org.
Come support Pink Out Night this Thursday night, October 8th for the Lanphier Volleyball game! We want to encourage all to wear pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please be advised that although District 186 students do not have regular classes at their home schools this Friday, September 25, 2026, they are still required to attend their Capital Area Career Center (CACC) classes.
Here are the transportation and attendance details you need to know for Friday:
Bus Transportation: Buses will run from Lanphier High School (LHS) to CACC as usual.
Getting to LHS: Please note that standard neighborhood busing to the home school will not be operating. Students must arrange their own ride to LHS to catch the CACC bus.
Absences: If your child is unable to attend their CACC classes on Friday, you must contact the CACC Attendance Secretary at 217-529-5431.
Please keep in mind that this will count as one of their four allowed parent-verified absences for the semester.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping ensure our students stay on track with their career and technical programs!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please be advised that although District 186 students do not have regular classes at their home schools this Friday, September 25, 2026, they are still required to attend their Capital Area Career Center (CACC) classes.
Here are the transportation and attendance details you need to know for Friday:
Bus Transportation: Buses will run from Lanphier High School (LHS) to CACC as usual.
Getting to LHS: Please note that standard neighborhood busing to the home school will not be operating. Students must arrange their own ride to LHS to catch the CACC bus.
Absences: If your child is unable to attend their CACC classes on Friday, you must contact the CACC Attendance Secretary at 217-529-5431.
Please keep in mind that this will count as one of their four allowed parent-verified absences for the semester.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping ensure our students stay on track with their career and technical programs!
Come watch the Lady Lions Volleyball team this week at the CITY TOURNAMENT!
Tue 9/22:
6p SHG vs SE
7p SHS vs LHS
Wed 9/23:
6p LHS vs SHG
7p SHS vs SE
Thur 9/24:
6p LHS vs SE
7p SHS vs SHG
All games are held in the West Campus Gym at SHG
Adults $8
Students $5
Tue 9/22:
6p SHG vs SE
7p SHS vs LHS
Wed 9/23:
6p LHS vs SHG
7p SHS vs SE
Thur 9/24:
6p LHS vs SE
7p SHS vs SHG
All games are held in the West Campus Gym at SHG
Adults $8
Students $5
Get fired up for Friday Night Lights in Jacksonville!
Get your football tickets now, so you can just walk right in!
Game date: 9/25/26
Lanphier Football at Jacksonville.
Digital Tickets
https://gofan.co/event/6721995?schoolId=IL15295
Stadium address:
Kraushaar-Rosenberger Field, Jacksonville, Illinois
315 West Walnut
Jacksonville, IL 62650
PAWS UP! Go Lions!
Get your football tickets now, so you can just walk right in!
Game date: 9/25/26
Lanphier Football at Jacksonville.
Digital Tickets
https://gofan.co/event/6721995?schoolId=IL15295
Stadium address:
Kraushaar-Rosenberger Field, Jacksonville, Illinois
315 West Walnut
Jacksonville, IL 62650
PAWS UP! Go Lions!
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opens on October 1, 2026.
It is a state law that a graduating senior completes the FAFSA application or completes the FAFSA waiver.
The student must create a FSA ID (username and password) and one parent/guardian must also have a FSA ID to complete the application.
Mr. Metzke is hosting a FAFSA Completion Night for families that would like extra assistance once the FAFSA application opens on Tuesday, October 6 in the Lanphier Atrium from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Families should bring the student's Chromebook, student and parent/guardian social security number, student and parent cell phone (verification process) to complete the application.
It is a state law that a graduating senior completes the FAFSA application or completes the FAFSA waiver.
The student must create a FSA ID (username and password) and one parent/guardian must also have a FSA ID to complete the application.
Mr. Metzke is hosting a FAFSA Completion Night for families that would like extra assistance once the FAFSA application opens on Tuesday, October 6 in the Lanphier Atrium from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Families should bring the student's Chromebook, student and parent/guardian social security number, student and parent cell phone (verification process) to complete the application.
If you are a senior and missed the Pathway to the Future, you missed out on some great night of learning!
Don't fret though, Mr. Metzke is here and his Canvas page is chock full of great information that you can access!
Students learned in their Senior meeting about what Josten's offers for graduation. If you need more, see the flyer below!
The Class of 2027 and their families can park in the Converse parking lot (north side) to attend the Path To The Future event tonight.
Please enter the building, and head up the ramp.
Security will be there, then you will receive a checklist.
Parents can enter the Lanphier Auditorium for the presentation that starts at 6:00 p.m.
Students can walk around the post secondary fair in the Lanphier Atrium during that time.
We can't wait to see you tonight!
Please enter the building, and head up the ramp.
Security will be there, then you will receive a checklist.
Parents can enter the Lanphier Auditorium for the presentation that starts at 6:00 p.m.
Students can walk around the post secondary fair in the Lanphier Atrium during that time.
We can't wait to see you tonight!
Path to the Future is Tomorrow!
Seniors and parents, join us tomorrow evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Lanphier High School.
Learn about the Class of 2027 senior timeline and connect with colleges, trade schools, military representatives, Memorial Medical Center professionals, and workforce representatives.
Come with questions, explore your options, and start planning what comes after graduation.
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
We hope to see our Class of 2027 seniors and families there!
Seniors and parents, join us tomorrow evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Lanphier High School.
Learn about the Class of 2027 senior timeline and connect with colleges, trade schools, military representatives, Memorial Medical Center professionals, and workforce representatives.
Come with questions, explore your options, and start planning what comes after graduation.
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
We hope to see our Class of 2027 seniors and families there!
Important Health Reminder for Lanphier Families
Please make sure all required physicals and immunization records are turned in to Nurse Barb by October 1.
Students who do not have the required health records on file by the deadline may be excluded from school until the requirements are met.
Records may be:
Turned in directly to Nurse Barb
Faxed to 217-718-7145
If you have questions about what your student still needs, please call Lanphier High School at 217-525-3080.
Thank you for helping us make sure all students are ready to attend school without interruption.
Please make sure all required physicals and immunization records are turned in to Nurse Barb by October 1.
Students who do not have the required health records on file by the deadline may be excluded from school until the requirements are met.
Records may be:
Turned in directly to Nurse Barb
Faxed to 217-718-7145
If you have questions about what your student still needs, please call Lanphier High School at 217-525-3080.
Thank you for helping us make sure all students are ready to attend school without interruption.
The LHS Golf team is swinging into Fall!
Hello All,
We are excited to bring Making the Grade back for another school year! This is an awesome opportunity for our students to connect with community stakeholders who are invested in their success.
During these conferences, students will participate in one-on-one conversations with community volunteers to review their academic progress and discuss important topics such as grades, homework, work ethic, attendance, and plans for life after high school. These conversations are designed to encourage academic excellence, provide motivation, and help connect students with additional support when needed.
If you have not already done so, please complete the permission form for your student. You may also provide permission by sending an email confirming that you give your student permission to participate to ljcaldwell@sps186.org.
Participation is voluntary, and students whose parents/guardians do not provide permission will attend their regular school day during the conference.
Thank you for supporting this opportunity for our students. We are looking forward to another successful year of Making the Grade!
PAWS UP! Go Lions!
We are excited to bring Making the Grade back for another school year! This is an awesome opportunity for our students to connect with community stakeholders who are invested in their success.
During these conferences, students will participate in one-on-one conversations with community volunteers to review their academic progress and discuss important topics such as grades, homework, work ethic, attendance, and plans for life after high school. These conversations are designed to encourage academic excellence, provide motivation, and help connect students with additional support when needed.
If you have not already done so, please complete the permission form for your student. You may also provide permission by sending an email confirming that you give your student permission to participate to ljcaldwell@sps186.org.
Participation is voluntary, and students whose parents/guardians do not provide permission will attend their regular school day during the conference.
Thank you for supporting this opportunity for our students. We are looking forward to another successful year of Making the Grade!
PAWS UP! Go Lions!
One Week Until Path to the Future!
Class of 2027 students and parents, join us next Thursday, September 17, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for an evening focused on what comes next.
College? Trade school? Military? Healthcare? Workforce?
Come meet representatives, explore your options, and learn more about the senior timeline and what you need to accomplish before graduation.
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Your senior year is here. Let's start planning your path forward.
Class of 2027 students and parents, join us next Thursday, September 17, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for an evening focused on what comes next.
College? Trade school? Military? Healthcare? Workforce?
Come meet representatives, explore your options, and learn more about the senior timeline and what you need to accomplish before graduation.
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Your senior year is here. Let's start planning your path forward.
Lanphier Families-
Please join us at our FACE meeting on Monday, September 21 from 3:30-4:30 p.m!
We can't wait to work with you this year.
PaWS UP! 🐾
It was a hot one this morning, but our Cross Country runners kept the pace! 🐾
