Come support our Baseball team and Seniors today at 4:15 p.m.!
Please note the CITY MEET is POSTPONED until TOMORROW!
Lanphier students had an amazing experience yesterday with a very special guest, Lanphier alum Julio Barranzuela, Class of 1995. In timely fashion with Cinco de Mayo, our Spanish students learned salsa from Julio, now the owner of Salsa 29. He teaches salsa dancing across the United States and shared how dance can promote health, education, and cultural connection while bringing energy and fun to the classroom. We are always proud to welcome alumni back into our building and grateful to Julio for sharing his time, talent, and passion with our students. Once a Lion, always a Lion! 🦁
Today, a group of freshmen and sophomores were selected to visit the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, Illinois!
These students were recognized for their excellent behavior and strong academic performance.
They represented Lanphier with pride and had an amazing time exploring and learning together. We are so proud of their hard work and dedication!
Keep up the great work!
#LanphierPride #StudentSuccess
We are so thankful for Katie Hageman and her team from Horace Mann, who brought their Hootie Cart today to Lanphier! They helped celebrate our staff for Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you so much for our treats!
Please note- Lanphier student parking will be changing for 2026-27.
Keep this information in mind for August 2026!
Keep this information in mind for August 2026!
Let's gear up for a week of Lanphier athletic events! Get your calendar out and mark these down! Come out and support your Lions!
We are incredibly grateful to the many businesses and community members who helped make After Prom 2026 a safe, fun, and unforgettable experience for our Lanphier students.
Your generosity and support mean more than you know. We truly could not have done this without you.
Thank you to our amazing sponsors:
Happy Daze • Sonic • Lowe’s • AutoZone • D’Arcy’s Pint • Xochimilco • Jimmy John’s • Red Lobster • IHOP • Krekel’s • Dairy Queen • Starbucks • PepsiCo
Fairgrounds Café • O’Reilly Auto Parts • Golden Corral • Dumb Records • Frito-Lay • Taco Gringo • Smokey Bones • Casey’s General Store • Vern’s Auto Repair • Farm & Home Supply
Circle K • Texas Roadhouse • Chili’s • Club Car Wash • Gyros Stop • Outback • LHS Class of 1975 Ladies • Ray and Jan Ogden Class of 1965 • Scooter’s Coffee • LongHorn Steakhouse
Knight’s Action Park • Steak ’n Shake • Olive Garden • McDonald’s • Real Ax • Portillo’s • Mario’s Pizza • Dick’s Sporting Goods • Culver’s • Smoothie King • Wendy’s
Maurices • Qik n EZ • Oh! Icee • Raising Cane’s • Buffalo Wild Wings • Café Moxo • 217 Breakroom • County Market • Crave • Car Wash City Express
Sam’s Club • Cracker Barrel • Hy-Vee • Illinois State Fair • King Pin Lanes • Osaka • Chipotle • Penny Lane • Brahler Tire and Auto Center • All-Pro Floor Care
Hickory River • Papa Murphy’s • Springfield Park District • Hibachi Madness • Skateland South • MJ Kellner • McAlister’s Deli • Ritz’s Café • Tropical Smoothie Café • AMC Theatres
Allison from Long John Silver’s • Mr. Derek Sanders • Fulgenzi’s Pizza • Arby’s • Dolphin Chicken, Fish & Grill • Little Caesars • AMF Bowling Lanes • Nancy’s Pizza • Mel-O-Cream Donuts
Hardee’s • Wings Etc. • Malibu Jack’s • Nothing Bundt Cakes • Brickhouse Pub & Grill
We are proud to be part of a community that shows up for our students and supports Lanphier in such a big way.
What side? Northside! 🦁
Your generosity and support mean more than you know. We truly could not have done this without you.
Thank you to our amazing sponsors:
Happy Daze • Sonic • Lowe’s • AutoZone • D’Arcy’s Pint • Xochimilco • Jimmy John’s • Red Lobster • IHOP • Krekel’s • Dairy Queen • Starbucks • PepsiCo
Fairgrounds Café • O’Reilly Auto Parts • Golden Corral • Dumb Records • Frito-Lay • Taco Gringo • Smokey Bones • Casey’s General Store • Vern’s Auto Repair • Farm & Home Supply
Circle K • Texas Roadhouse • Chili’s • Club Car Wash • Gyros Stop • Outback • LHS Class of 1975 Ladies • Ray and Jan Ogden Class of 1965 • Scooter’s Coffee • LongHorn Steakhouse
Knight’s Action Park • Steak ’n Shake • Olive Garden • McDonald’s • Real Ax • Portillo’s • Mario’s Pizza • Dick’s Sporting Goods • Culver’s • Smoothie King • Wendy’s
Maurices • Qik n EZ • Oh! Icee • Raising Cane’s • Buffalo Wild Wings • Café Moxo • 217 Breakroom • County Market • Crave • Car Wash City Express
Sam’s Club • Cracker Barrel • Hy-Vee • Illinois State Fair • King Pin Lanes • Osaka • Chipotle • Penny Lane • Brahler Tire and Auto Center • All-Pro Floor Care
Hickory River • Papa Murphy’s • Springfield Park District • Hibachi Madness • Skateland South • MJ Kellner • McAlister’s Deli • Ritz’s Café • Tropical Smoothie Café • AMC Theatres
Allison from Long John Silver’s • Mr. Derek Sanders • Fulgenzi’s Pizza • Arby’s • Dolphin Chicken, Fish & Grill • Little Caesars • AMF Bowling Lanes • Nancy’s Pizza • Mel-O-Cream Donuts
Hardee’s • Wings Etc. • Malibu Jack’s • Nothing Bundt Cakes • Brickhouse Pub & Grill
We are proud to be part of a community that shows up for our students and supports Lanphier in such a big way.
What side? Northside! 🦁
Students- the LHS Spanish Class will be hosting a Cinco De Mayo Celebration Party during both A and B lunch shifts.
There will be snacks and some fun Mexican culture games, so come on down and experience a taste of Mexico!
There will be snacks and some fun Mexican culture games, so come on down and experience a taste of Mexico!
We LOVE games like this Lions! KEEP IT UP!
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of passing the Constitution test. Our Seniors dressed up today to show their spirit for Constitution Day! They are channeling all their knowledge and rights to make sure they pass. We know they will!
🌟 HELP YOUR FUTURE LION START STRONG! 🦁✨ Introducing INSPIRE 104/105 – Freshman Success Elective
Lanphier High School
Dear Future Lanphier Parents and Guardians,
As your student prepares to begin high school, we are excited to offer a course designed to help them start strong, stay confident, and succeed from day one.
INSPIRE 104/105 is a freshman semester elective built to help students develop the real-world skills they need to thrive in high school and beyond. The transition into ninth grade is a major milestone—and this course is designed to make that transition smoother, more supported, and more successful.
💡 Open to ALL students
INSPIRE is beneficial for every learner—whether your student needs extra support, wants to strengthen their skills, or is ready to be challenged and grow even further.
📚 What students will experience:
✔ Weekly grade checks & academic monitoring
✔ Organization systems that actually work
✔ Support across multiple subject areas
✔ Strong communication between teachers, students, and parents
✔ AVID success strategies (note-taking, goal setting, collaboration, critical thinking)
🧠 What students will build:
Confidence & self-awareness
Healthy stress & emotion management skills
Strong communication & relationship skills
Problem-solving & responsible decision-making
Academic habits for long-term success
📊 Research shows that students who feel connected, supported, and equipped with these skills are more likely to stay on track for graduation and succeed academically. INSPIRE helps build that foundation early—right when it matters most.
📄 Interested?
We invite you to complete the Course Interest Form with your student to learn more or sign up.
📩 Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Kelli Pochynok
kpochynok@sps186.org
💛 Thank you for your support—we look forward to an incredible start for your future Lanphier Lion!
🦁 Course Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9LwkGD6BJs3z5rqAnd6net60gr5HEzZcDK52hhjcVkIvfRQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117462725002642488792
Lanphier High School
Dear Future Lanphier Parents and Guardians,
As your student prepares to begin high school, we are excited to offer a course designed to help them start strong, stay confident, and succeed from day one.
INSPIRE 104/105 is a freshman semester elective built to help students develop the real-world skills they need to thrive in high school and beyond. The transition into ninth grade is a major milestone—and this course is designed to make that transition smoother, more supported, and more successful.
💡 Open to ALL students
INSPIRE is beneficial for every learner—whether your student needs extra support, wants to strengthen their skills, or is ready to be challenged and grow even further.
📚 What students will experience:
✔ Weekly grade checks & academic monitoring
✔ Organization systems that actually work
✔ Support across multiple subject areas
✔ Strong communication between teachers, students, and parents
✔ AVID success strategies (note-taking, goal setting, collaboration, critical thinking)
🧠 What students will build:
Confidence & self-awareness
Healthy stress & emotion management skills
Strong communication & relationship skills
Problem-solving & responsible decision-making
Academic habits for long-term success
📊 Research shows that students who feel connected, supported, and equipped with these skills are more likely to stay on track for graduation and succeed academically. INSPIRE helps build that foundation early—right when it matters most.
📄 Interested?
We invite you to complete the Course Interest Form with your student to learn more or sign up.
📩 Questions? Contact:
Mrs. Kelli Pochynok
kpochynok@sps186.org
💛 Thank you for your support—we look forward to an incredible start for your future Lanphier Lion!
🦁 Course Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9LwkGD6BJs3z5rqAnd6net60gr5HEzZcDK52hhjcVkIvfRQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117462725002642488792
We are so proud of all of our Girls Track and Field athletes that put in the work! It shows!
Our students are out learning beyond the classroom!
Check out this article:
https://www.illinoistimes.com/news/strategy-not-charity/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=This%20Week%20In%20IT%204.27.26&utm_source=14&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=This%20Week%20In%20IT&utm_campaign=This%20Week%20In%20IT%204%2027%2026
Check out this article:
https://www.illinoistimes.com/news/strategy-not-charity/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=This%20Week%20In%20IT%204.27.26&utm_source=14&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=This%20Week%20In%20IT&utm_campaign=This%20Week%20In%20IT%204%2027%2026
Let's get geared up for some Lanphier sports! The weather looks good... and so do the Lions!
Come out at support all of the teams!
Come out at support all of the teams!
Lanphier Behind the Wheel Class for Driver's Education has been cancelled for tonight 4/27/26. Please stay on the road! Thank you!
Due to today's weather, Lanphier Boy's and Girl's Track has cancelled their practices.
Lanphier Football workouts are cancelled due to impending severe weather. Stay safe, Lions!
Due to the storms and potential severe weather this afternoon, Lanphier Volleyball workouts are CANCELLED, so students can get home safely and in a timely manner.
Today, Lanphier students visited Lincoln Land Community College for an event hosted by the Black Student Union. Opportunities like this give our students a glimpse of college life and help them start envisioning what comes next after graduation.
