We’re excited to welcome fans to Memorial Stadium this Friday for Lanphier vs. East Peoria! Before you head out to support, there are a few important things to know.
PARKING :
The August 28th game coincides with a Women's Pro Baseball League game at nearby Robin Roberts Stadium, which means parking in the area will be busier than usual.
Give yourself extra time to find parking and make your way into Memorial Stadium. Please use designated parking spaces only. Vehicles parked in unauthorized areas or on grass/landscaped areas are subject to towing.
Football Spectator Parking is available at:
Lanphier High School Converse Street lot
Memorial Stadium lot along North Grand Avenue, from our property line to 11th Street. (This area will be barricaded and separated from the WPBL parking lot)
Street parking is also available in the surrounding neighborhood.
Please note that vehicles that are not in assigned parking spaces or parked in grass/landscaped areas on District #186 property will be subject to tow at the owners expense.
K–8 Students Must Attend With an Adult
Students in grades K–8 must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them during the game. K-8 Students may not be dropped off to attend on their own and will not be permitted entry without an adult.
Gates Open One Hour Before Game Time
All spectators will enter through the North Gate on Converse Street or the Main Gate on North Grand Avenue and will pass through weapons detection. For a faster entry process, fans are encouraged to leave bags at home whenever possible.
See you Friday!
PARKING :
The August 28th game coincides with a Women's Pro Baseball League game at nearby Robin Roberts Stadium, which means parking in the area will be busier than usual.
Give yourself extra time to find parking and make your way into Memorial Stadium. Please use designated parking spaces only. Vehicles parked in unauthorized areas or on grass/landscaped areas are subject to towing.
Football Spectator Parking is available at:
Lanphier High School Converse Street lot
Memorial Stadium lot along North Grand Avenue, from our property line to 11th Street. (This area will be barricaded and separated from the WPBL parking lot)
Street parking is also available in the surrounding neighborhood.
Please note that vehicles that are not in assigned parking spaces or parked in grass/landscaped areas on District #186 property will be subject to tow at the owners expense.
K–8 Students Must Attend With an Adult
Students in grades K–8 must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them during the game. K-8 Students may not be dropped off to attend on their own and will not be permitted entry without an adult.
Gates Open One Hour Before Game Time
All spectators will enter through the North Gate on Converse Street or the Main Gate on North Grand Avenue and will pass through weapons detection. For a faster entry process, fans are encouraged to leave bags at home whenever possible.
See you Friday!
Students interested in Esports tryouts are starting next week, Monday, August 31 through Saturday, September 5. All tryouts will be held after school at 4 p.m. in the Lanphier High School Esports Lab.
For more information see the flyers listing each game title and date that are posted around the Atrium and Cafeteria.
Come out tonight to support your Lanphier Volleyball team!
We are playing AT Springfield High School.
We would love to see you in the stands! PAWS UP 🐾
Attention Class of 2027: Your Path to the Future Starts Here!
Seniors and their parents are invited to join us for Path to the Future on Thursday, September 17, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Lanphier High School.
This evening is designed to help seniors and families prepare for what comes after graduation. Students will receive information about their senior year timeline and have the opportunity to connect with representatives from:
Colleges and universities
Trade schools
The military
Memorial Medical Center
Workforce and career organizations
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Whether your plan is college, career training, military service, healthcare, or entering the workforce, come explore your options and start planning your next step.
Class of 2027, your future is waiting!
#LanphierPride #ClassOf2027 #PathToTheFuture #WeAre186
Seniors and their parents are invited to join us for Path to the Future on Thursday, September 17, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Lanphier High School.
This evening is designed to help seniors and families prepare for what comes after graduation. Students will receive information about their senior year timeline and have the opportunity to connect with representatives from:
Colleges and universities
Trade schools
The military
Memorial Medical Center
Workforce and career organizations
Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Whether your plan is college, career training, military service, healthcare, or entering the workforce, come explore your options and start planning your next step.
Class of 2027, your future is waiting!
#LanphierPride #ClassOf2027 #PathToTheFuture #WeAre186
Today is the day! We can't wait to see everyone. Let's have a great year, Lions! Paws up! 🐾
Due to weather: Lanphier Football at LaSalle-Peru will resume at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 22nd. Stay safe!
Attention Lions Football!
There is a special start time for tonight’s Lanphier Football game. Game will start at 6p.m. At LaSalle-Peru. Howard Fellows Stadium, 4 Center Pl, Peru, IL 61354
🚗🚙Attention Student Drivers🚘🏎️
2026-2027 Student Parking Permits were sold last year by the SGA.
Students were ASSIGNED a numbered parking spot.
2026-2027 permits are still available.
You can NOT reuse last year's permit.
Permits will be sold in Mr. Metzke's office from 8:05-8:15 am Monday-Friday next week.
$40 cash and proof of insurance is required.
Students are assigned a specific numbered spot.
IF you do NOT have a permit, you CAN NOT park in either the Memorial Stadium Senior Lot or the new student Converse St. Lot.
The old student lot is closed and will be blocked off.
If you have any questions, please email, Mr. Metzke at smetz@sps186.org
⚾ 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 is the Day, Future Lions! 🦁
We can't wait to welcome the Class of 2030 to Freshman Forward this morning!
📅 Today
🕣 8:24 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Students should enter through the Student Entrance located at the corner of 11th Street and North Grand Avenue.
Come ready to meet teachers and staff, connect with classmates, tour the building, and start your Lanphier journey with confidence.
We'll see you soon!
Paws Up, Future Lions! Your Pride starts here!
We can't wait to welcome the Class of 2030 to Freshman Forward this morning!
📅 Today
🕣 8:24 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Students should enter through the Student Entrance located at the corner of 11th Street and North Grand Avenue.
Come ready to meet teachers and staff, connect with classmates, tour the building, and start your Lanphier journey with confidence.
We'll see you soon!
Paws Up, Future Lions! Your Pride starts here!
Paws up for a great new year!
Our admin team are training for the new school year by meeting with team members from the Illinois Principals Association. Learning never stops!
Two Big Days for Our Future Lions!
Tonight is Lanphier 101, our Family Event for incoming 9th graders, new students, and their families.
Tonight, Wednesday, August 12
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Lanphier High School
Families should enter through the Converse Street parking lot entrance. We will begin the evening in the auditorium before rotating through information sessions designed to help students and families prepare for a successful start at LHS.
Then, tomorrow morning, it is time for Freshman Forward!
Thursday, August 13
8:24–11:30 a.m.
Incoming 9th grade students will spend the morning meeting teachers and staff, connecting with classmates, touring the building, and getting more comfortable with Lanphier before the first day of school.
We are excited to welcome our newest Lions and their families!
Paws Up! Welcome to the Pride!
#LanphierPride #PawsUp #WeAre186 #ClassOf2030
Tonight is Lanphier 101, our Family Event for incoming 9th graders, new students, and their families.
Tonight, Wednesday, August 12
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Lanphier High School
Families should enter through the Converse Street parking lot entrance. We will begin the evening in the auditorium before rotating through information sessions designed to help students and families prepare for a successful start at LHS.
Then, tomorrow morning, it is time for Freshman Forward!
Thursday, August 13
8:24–11:30 a.m.
Incoming 9th grade students will spend the morning meeting teachers and staff, connecting with classmates, touring the building, and getting more comfortable with Lanphier before the first day of school.
We are excited to welcome our newest Lions and their families!
Paws Up! Welcome to the Pride!
#LanphierPride #PawsUp #WeAre186 #ClassOf2030
Sunday, August 10
The countdown is almost over!
Freshman Forward is just a few days away!
Incoming 9th graders will spend the morning getting to know Lanphier High School, meeting teachers and classmates, learning about clubs and activities, and discovering what it means to be a Lanphier Lion.
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 8:24-11:30 a.m.
Paws Up, Future Lions! We can't wait to see you! 🦁
The countdown is almost over!
Freshman Forward is just a few days away!
Incoming 9th graders will spend the morning getting to know Lanphier High School, meeting teachers and classmates, learning about clubs and activities, and discovering what it means to be a Lanphier Lion.
📅 Thursday, August 13
⏰ 8:24-11:30 a.m.
Paws Up, Future Lions! We can't wait to see you! 🦁
We are so proud of all of these Lanphier graduates that are new District 186 teachers! We are happy you're apart of 186!
We are excited to introduce our new LHS teachers! Please meet Annika Alexander (Math) and Korden Clark (Science).
We want to take a moment to recognize our awesome custodial staff that has worked hard all summer making sure Lanphier will be ready when students and staff come back to school! Thank you so much for your hard work!
One week until Freshman Forward!
Next Thursday, our newest Lions will get a head start on the school year by touring Lanphier, meeting staff, connecting with classmates, and learning about everything Lanphier has to offer.
📅 Thursday, August 13
🕣 8:24-11:30 a.m.
We look forward to seeing the Class of 2030!
Next Thursday, our newest Lions will get a head start on the school year by touring Lanphier, meeting staff, connecting with classmates, and learning about everything Lanphier has to offer.
📅 Thursday, August 13
🕣 8:24-11:30 a.m.
We look forward to seeing the Class of 2030!
Tee Up for a Great Year with Lanphier Golf!
The official golf season begins Monday, August 10, and we're ready to hit the course!
Practice Schedule
📍 Bunn Golf Course
🕙 10:15 a.m.
Practice Dates:
Monday, August 10
Tuesday, August 11
Wednesday, August 12
Friday, August 14
Monday, August 17
Tuesday, August 18
Important Reminder: All players must have an updated sports physical on file before participating.
We can't wait to see our golfers out on the course as we begin another exciting season. Bring your clubs, your determination, and get ready to represent Lanphier with pride.
Paws Up, Lions!
#LanphierPride #LanphierGolf #PawsUp #WeAre186
The official golf season begins Monday, August 10, and we're ready to hit the course!
Practice Schedule
📍 Bunn Golf Course
🕙 10:15 a.m.
Practice Dates:
Monday, August 10
Tuesday, August 11
Wednesday, August 12
Friday, August 14
Monday, August 17
Tuesday, August 18
Important Reminder: All players must have an updated sports physical on file before participating.
We can't wait to see our golfers out on the course as we begin another exciting season. Bring your clubs, your determination, and get ready to represent Lanphier with pride.
Paws Up, Lions!
#LanphierPride #LanphierGolf #PawsUp #WeAre186
****UPDATED POST****
Lanphier Football is Ready to Get to Work!
Lanphier Football Starts Today!
The wait is over. The first official day of Lanphier Football practice is today, Wednesday, August 5.
Players should arrive at the field by 4:30 p.m. Practice begins promptly at 5:00 p.m.
All players must have a current sports physical on file before participating.
It is time to get to work, build the foundation for the season, and represent the Pride with determination and commitment.
Wipe your paws. Sharpen your claws. See you on the field.
#LanphierPride #LanphierFootball #PawsUp #SharpenTheClaws #WeAre186
Calling All Future Lady Lions!
Volleyball season is almost here!
The first day of volleyball practice and tryouts is Monday, August 10, 2026.
Practice Details
-Arrive by 8:15 a.m.
-Tryouts begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.
-Practice ends at 11:00 a.m.
-Location: Lober-Nika Gym
Important Reminder: All girls must have a current sports physical on file before participating.
Whether you're a returning player or trying out for the first time, we look forward to seeing you on the court.
Paws Up, Lady Lions!
#LanphierPride #LadyLions #LHSVolleyball #PawsUp #WeAre186
Volleyball season is almost here!
The first day of volleyball practice and tryouts is Monday, August 10, 2026.
Practice Details
-Arrive by 8:15 a.m.
-Tryouts begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.
-Practice ends at 11:00 a.m.
-Location: Lober-Nika Gym
Important Reminder: All girls must have a current sports physical on file before participating.
Whether you're a returning player or trying out for the first time, we look forward to seeing you on the court.
Paws Up, Lady Lions!
#LanphierPride #LadyLions #LHSVolleyball #PawsUp #WeAre186
