Military Stars and Veterans Assembly
Military Stars - We are sending home paper stars this weekend for students to decorate. If you have a family member who was in the military or is currently serving please have students write their name on the star, feel free to add a picture if you have one. If students do not have a military member in their family they can decorate the star with words like freedom, thank you for your service, etc.
Veterans Assembly - An assembly will be held by grades 2-5 on Monday, Nov. 10 at 1:30. Parents and any families members that served in the military are welcome to attend.
Hi families, just a reminder there is no staff outside to monitor students before 8:40. Please make sure your students arrive at 8:40 or after. Thanks for your understanding in keeping everyone safe.
RSVP for Family Movie Night!
Families: Please use the link below to RSVP for Family Movie Night Tomorrow Night - Monday, Nov. 3 .
https://forms.gle/xLpNw3stABrktvLp6
PTO Meeting schedule change!
PTO will meet this coming Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 6:30 p.m.
This change is due to Lincoln Magnet Preview Night.
We hope you are able to join us!
PTO will meet this coming Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 6:30 p.m.
This change is due to Lincoln Magnet Preview Night.
We hope you are able to join us!
Halloween Parade will be tomorrow at 1:50 p.m. - We will go outside and parade around the circle area, then head back into the school for our Fall Room Parties from 2:15 - 3:15
Please Remember: Halloween costumes need to be school appropriate. No weapons, no blood, and not scary.
Thanks in advance for your support and making sure students are following these guidelines.
Please Remember: Halloween costumes need to be school appropriate. No weapons, no blood, and not scary.
Thanks in advance for your support and making sure students are following these guidelines.
Please read this flyer.....United Way Week 1 next week.
We are looking forward to all of our dress up days.
Halloween costumes need to be school appropriate. No weapons, no blood, and not scary.
Our staff voted to dress in a Harry Potter theme this year and any students and staff are welcome to join.......We are looking forward to having fun!!!
Thanks in advance for your support and making sure students are following these guidelines.
~ Mrs. Conaway
We are looking forward to all of our dress up days.
Halloween costumes need to be school appropriate. No weapons, no blood, and not scary.
Our staff voted to dress in a Harry Potter theme this year and any students and staff are welcome to join.......We are looking forward to having fun!!!
Thanks in advance for your support and making sure students are following these guidelines.
~ Mrs. Conaway
Starter strings cancelled. Teacher is sick. Wednesday October 22, 2025.
It's about to get spooky at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum!
Ghosts and goblins will prowl the halls when the museum transforms into Abe's Haunted Hollow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25.
Guests can play games and win prizes, take eerie photos with our special selfie station, walk through a giant pumpkin, dance to the music of DJ Dino-mite, and even join a séance with Mrs. Lincoln!
The first 500 children receive a gift bag that includes a lighted Halloween wand!
Abe's Haunted Hollow is free to attend. Advance registration is not required.
Come in your favorite costume for all the fun in the museum and grab a spot afterwards for downtown Springfield's Halloween parade, which passes by the ALPLM.
Ghosts and goblins will prowl the halls when the museum transforms into Abe's Haunted Hollow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25.
Guests can play games and win prizes, take eerie photos with our special selfie station, walk through a giant pumpkin, dance to the music of DJ Dino-mite, and even join a séance with Mrs. Lincoln!
The first 500 children receive a gift bag that includes a lighted Halloween wand!
Abe's Haunted Hollow is free to attend. Advance registration is not required.
Come in your favorite costume for all the fun in the museum and grab a spot afterwards for downtown Springfield's Halloween parade, which passes by the ALPLM.
Dear Parent/Guardian,
We value your feedback and are committed to creating a welcoming environment in our schools as part of our district’s focus on Family and Community Engagement. Please take this quick survey - Panorama Family Survey by Sunday, November 30, 2025! LINK HERE:
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
This survey is anonymous, and your responses will be used to celebrate our successes and identify areas for improvement as we prepare for 2025. Please note, this is the first of two surveys you will be asked to complete this school year. Both surveys are important but collect different types of data.
The Panorama Survey allows us to receive results quickly, enabling us to act promptly on your feedback.
The 5Essentials Survey, launching in late January, will focus on planning for the next school year.
Panorama Survey Details: DEADLINE: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Instructions:
Complete one survey for each school your child(ren) attend(s).
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Access the survey- LINK HERE
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
Select the school(s) your child attends from the drop-down menu.
The survey is available in multiple languages; use the drop-down menu above the District logo to select your preferred language.
Your voice is essential, and we deeply appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. Together, we can continue to build a welcoming and supportive environment for all families and students at District 186.
Thank you for your continued partnership!
We value your feedback and are committed to creating a welcoming environment in our schools as part of our district’s focus on Family and Community Engagement. Please take this quick survey - Panorama Family Survey by Sunday, November 30, 2025! LINK HERE:
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
This survey is anonymous, and your responses will be used to celebrate our successes and identify areas for improvement as we prepare for 2025. Please note, this is the first of two surveys you will be asked to complete this school year. Both surveys are important but collect different types of data.
The Panorama Survey allows us to receive results quickly, enabling us to act promptly on your feedback.
The 5Essentials Survey, launching in late January, will focus on planning for the next school year.
Panorama Survey Details: DEADLINE: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Instructions:
Complete one survey for each school your child(ren) attend(s).
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Access the survey- LINK HERE
https://surveys.panoramaed.com/sps186/family25/surveys
Select the school(s) your child attends from the drop-down menu.
The survey is available in multiple languages; use the drop-down menu above the District logo to select your preferred language.
Your voice is essential, and we deeply appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. Together, we can continue to build a welcoming and supportive environment for all families and students at District 186.
Thank you for your continued partnership!
Reminder: Today, Thursday, Oct. 16th is an early dismissal at 2:30 p.m.
Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
No School Tomorrow - Friday, Oct. 17 - Conferences will be from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
No School Tomorrow - Friday, Oct. 17 - Conferences will be from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
OME FALL FUND DRIVE - NO SELL SCHOOL
At Owen Marsh, students are not asked to sell magazines, candy, wrapping paper, etc. Instead of fundraising, the PTO asks each family to provide a monetary donation, suggested amount $50, but any amount is appreciated.
Pay by check: send to school with student in sealed envelope labeled
"OME Fall Fund Drive"
Pay electronically: send a payment via PayPal @owenmarshpto or Venmo @OMEPTO
by scanning the QR code and add "OME Fall Fund Drive" to the memo line!
At Owen Marsh, students are not asked to sell magazines, candy, wrapping paper, etc. Instead of fundraising, the PTO asks each family to provide a monetary donation, suggested amount $50, but any amount is appreciated.
Pay by check: send to school with student in sealed envelope labeled
"OME Fall Fund Drive"
Pay electronically: send a payment via PayPal @owenmarshpto or Venmo @OMEPTO
by scanning the QR code and add "OME Fall Fund Drive" to the memo line!
Reminder: Tomorrow is Picture Day!
Spirit Wear Store Now Open!!!
https://owenmarshfall2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This store is a presale All items purchased on this store will begin production and fulfillment AFTER the store close date
Store closes : 09/16/2025
Est. Fulfillment Date - 10/05/2025
https://owenmarshfall2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
This store is a presale All items purchased on this store will begin production and fulfillment AFTER the store close date
Store closes : 09/16/2025
Est. Fulfillment Date - 10/05/2025
Reminder: No School Tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 19th - Teacher Institute
Tonight is the Scholastic Book Fair and Family Reading Night!! 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Hope to see you soon!
Volunteers are needed for the book fair! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AAFAB2BA3F4C70-58527731-fall
PTO meeting tomorrow in Marsh Library 6:30-7:30
Childcare will be provided.
Marsh Dine to Donate Night gets the Back to School Bash again this year!!!
This is one of the best nights at Texas Roadhouse. Free craft stations, Bounce House, Face Painting, and the Kona Ice Truck for after dinner treats with be available for purchase.
KIds' Night is Tuesday, September 2nd - 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
You can go any night of the week - Sun. Aug. 31 - Thurs. - Sept. 4.
**To Support Owen Marsh REMEMBER: Place your meal receipt in their mailbox at the door before you leave**
Starter Strings Parent Meeting is tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. in the Marsh Library.
Program Overview Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/ensembles-opportunities/starter-strings
Registration Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/member-information/registration-tuition
*. If you are not able to make the meeting, no worries. You can reach out directly to me (Mrs. Conaway) or Mr. Woollen at jwollen@ilsymphony.org.
Program Overview Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/ensembles-opportunities/starter-strings
Registration Link:
https://www.ilsymphony.org/youth-orchestras/member-information/registration-tuition
*. If you are not able to make the meeting, no worries. You can reach out directly to me (Mrs. Conaway) or Mr. Woollen at jwollen@ilsymphony.org.
