🌙📚 We are SO excited for Reading Night! 📚🌙
Get ready for an evening of reading, adventure, and fun!
🚀 EXPLORE THE MOON & ESCAPE THE SCHOOL! 🔐🌙
📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family and join us for a moon-themed literacy adventure as we explore, read, solve clues, and see if you can ESCAPE THE SCHOOL!
📚 BONUS! The Book Fair will be OPEN in the STEM Room!
Stop by and shop for some great new books before or after your adventure!
🐸🌙📖 We can't wait to see our Marsh families for a night that's OUT OF THIS WORLD! 🚀✨
Get ready for an evening of reading, adventure, and fun!
🚀 EXPLORE THE MOON & ESCAPE THE SCHOOL! 🔐🌙
📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family and join us for a moon-themed literacy adventure as we explore, read, solve clues, and see if you can ESCAPE THE SCHOOL!
📚 BONUS! The Book Fair will be OPEN in the STEM Room!
Stop by and shop for some great new books before or after your adventure!
🐸🌙📖 We can't wait to see our Marsh families for a night that's OUT OF THIS WORLD! 🚀✨
Picture Day is tomorrow Monday, September 21!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT8N8Z69. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT8N8Z69. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com
Please RSVP for the fall festival coming this Saturday!
We want to make sure we have enough food for everyone!
We appreciate all the families that are going to able to give the $5.00 in donation as well, it will really help us off set the cost for the event!
We can't wait to see everyone there!
Dear families,
We just wanted to let everyone know, the WiFi and phones are down at Owen Marsh. They are working on it now.
FIRST EVER - PTO OPEN HOUSE!!!!
Don't forget......tomorrow night......Please stop by the OME PTO Open House to get to know the principal and executive committee and discover the ways the PTO supports our students and families. Learn all the ways you can be part of our amazing group!
Snacks and drinks will be provided, and children are welcome to attend.
Stay after the Open House for the first PTO meeting of the school year, where we will vote on the budget and meet a teacher.
CHILDCARE PROVIDED BY THE FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
BETA CLUB IN THE OME GYM. CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.
Don't forget......tomorrow night......Please stop by the OME PTO Open House to get to know the principal and executive committee and discover the ways the PTO supports our students and families. Learn all the ways you can be part of our amazing group!
Snacks and drinks will be provided, and children are welcome to attend.
Stay after the Open House for the first PTO meeting of the school year, where we will vote on the budget and meet a teacher.
CHILDCARE PROVIDED BY THE FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
BETA CLUB IN THE OME GYM. CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.
Please consider helping for the upcoming fall book fair. Sign up using
the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAEAA2DA4FCC43-65519779-omefall#/
Dear Owen Marsh Families,
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and as we begin a new school year, we want to highlight one of the simplest—and most powerful—ways we can help our students succeed: being at school every day and on time.
At Owen Marsh, we know that every day matters. Each school day is filled with important learning, classroom routines, conversations, friendships, and experiences that are difficult to recreate when a student is absent.
Regular attendance helps students:
📚 Stay on track academically and build new skills each day.
🧠 Develop strong learning habits and confidence.
🤝 Build relationships with teachers and classmates.
💚 Feel connected to their classroom and school community.
⏰ Develop responsibility and routines that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Even a few missed days can add up quickly. Missing just two days of school each month can result in approximately 20 missed days over the course of a school year. Those missed days mean missed instruction, practice, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.
Of course, we understand that children get sick and that there are times when an absence is necessary. Our goal is not to have students come to school when they are ill. Instead, we ask families to make regular, on-time attendance a priority whenever possible and to schedule appointments and vacations outside of the school day when you can.
Attendance is a partnership between home and school. If your family is experiencing challenges that are making it difficult for your child to attend school regularly or arrive on time, please reach out to us. We want to work with you and help remove barriers whenever we can.
Throughout September, we will be talking with our students about the importance of showing up, being ready to learn, and making every school day count.
Every Day Matters. Every Minute Matters. Every Student Matters.
Thank you for partnering with us to give our students the very best opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
With appreciation,
Mrs. Conaway
Principal
Owen Marsh Elementary School
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and as we begin a new school year, we want to highlight one of the simplest—and most powerful—ways we can help our students succeed: being at school every day and on time.
At Owen Marsh, we know that every day matters. Each school day is filled with important learning, classroom routines, conversations, friendships, and experiences that are difficult to recreate when a student is absent.
Regular attendance helps students:
📚 Stay on track academically and build new skills each day.
🧠 Develop strong learning habits and confidence.
🤝 Build relationships with teachers and classmates.
💚 Feel connected to their classroom and school community.
⏰ Develop responsibility and routines that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Even a few missed days can add up quickly. Missing just two days of school each month can result in approximately 20 missed days over the course of a school year. Those missed days mean missed instruction, practice, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.
Of course, we understand that children get sick and that there are times when an absence is necessary. Our goal is not to have students come to school when they are ill. Instead, we ask families to make regular, on-time attendance a priority whenever possible and to schedule appointments and vacations outside of the school day when you can.
Attendance is a partnership between home and school. If your family is experiencing challenges that are making it difficult for your child to attend school regularly or arrive on time, please reach out to us. We want to work with you and help remove barriers whenever we can.
Throughout September, we will be talking with our students about the importance of showing up, being ready to learn, and making every school day count.
Every Day Matters. Every Minute Matters. Every Student Matters.
Thank you for partnering with us to give our students the very best opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
With appreciation,
Mrs. Conaway
Principal
Owen Marsh Elementary School
TEXAS ROADHOUSE - DINE TO DONATE - Tuesday!!!!
Owen Marsh Elementary School
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 3pm-10pm
Tonight is also Texas Roadhouse's BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!
* FREE Bounce House
* FREE Rock Painting
* FREE Games
* Kona Ice Available for purchase
Join us Tuesday, September 1, 2026 to support Owen Marsch Elementary School. Valid for Dine in or To-Go orders. Supporters must add their itemized receipt to the mailbox located next to our front door and no less than
Owen Marsh Elementary School
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 3pm-10pm
Tonight is also Texas Roadhouse's BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!
* FREE Bounce House
* FREE Rock Painting
* FREE Games
* Kona Ice Available for purchase
Join us Tuesday, September 1, 2026 to support Owen Marsch Elementary School. Valid for Dine in or To-Go orders. Supporters must add their itemized receipt to the mailbox located next to our front door and no less than
Reminder: Today is an early dismissal day. Dismissal will be at 2:30
today.
Parents,
Thank you for your patience as we work through our new dismissal procedures. Our goal is to make car rider pick-up as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible. We understand that there may be some challenges as we adjust to this new system, and we will continue to make changes as needed to improve the process.
If you prefer to park and walk to the school to pick up your student, we will have a Parent Pick-Up Line on the North side of the building, closest to Avon Drive. A staff member will be outside tomorrow to help direct parents. Please be prepared to provide your student’s name and grade level so we can call your child to the front for dismissal.
We also ask that parents please do not park on Avon Drive during dismissal. Parked vehicles make it difficult for cars to safely enter and exit the area and can create unnecessary congestion.
Again, we truly appreciate your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we work to make dismissal as smooth and efficient as possible for everyone. Thank you for your continued support!
Thank you for your patience as we work through our new dismissal procedures. Our goal is to make car rider pick-up as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible. We understand that there may be some challenges as we adjust to this new system, and we will continue to make changes as needed to improve the process.
If you prefer to park and walk to the school to pick up your student, we will have a Parent Pick-Up Line on the North side of the building, closest to Avon Drive. A staff member will be outside tomorrow to help direct parents. Please be prepared to provide your student’s name and grade level so we can call your child to the front for dismissal.
We also ask that parents please do not park on Avon Drive during dismissal. Parked vehicles make it difficult for cars to safely enter and exit the area and can create unnecessary congestion.
Again, we truly appreciate your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we work to make dismissal as smooth and efficient as possible for everyone. Thank you for your continued support!
Parents,
Thank you for your patience as we work through our new dismissal procedures. Our goal is to make car rider pick-up as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible. We understand that there may be some challenges as we adjust to this new system, and we will continue to make changes as needed to improve the process.
If you prefer to park and walk to the school to pick up your student, we will have a Parent Pick-Up Line on the North side of the building, closest to Avon Drive. A staff member will be outside tomorrow to help direct parents. Please be prepared to provide your student’s name and grade level so we can call your child to the front for dismissal.
We also ask that parents please do not park on Avon Drive during dismissal. Parked vehicles make it difficult for cars to safely enter and exit the area and can create unnecessary congestion.
Again, we truly appreciate your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as we work to make dismissal as smooth and efficient as possible for everyone. Thank you for your continued support!
Arrival Procedures< Dismissal Procedures, and Office Procedures for the 2026 - 2027 School Year.
Parents, please read over these procedures.
Car Riders will use the front parking lot (Avon Drive) for arrival and dismissal.
Buses and will use the back(Sharon Drive) parking lot.
Parents, please read over these procedures.
Car Riders will use the front parking lot (Avon Drive) for arrival and dismissal.
Buses and will use the back(Sharon Drive) parking lot.
⚾ 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!
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
Keep Kids in School Clinics -No Appointment Needed
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
District 186, in partnership with SIU Medicine and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, is offering walk-in clinics to help families complete required school physicals and immunizations—no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, August 12
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1200 S. Pope Ave., Springfield
School Physicals Only
Sangamon County Department of Public Health
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2833 S. Grand Ave. E, Springfield
Immunizations Only
Get your child ready for a healthy, successful school year before the first day!
Registration is Open!!!
Please register your children today!
All District 186 students must register every year. This is a quick process that allows the schools to know that your student is returning to District 186 so class lists and schedules can be created.
Online registration is available now-
Click here to register: https://186.springfield.k12.il.us/IS3/Registration/Main.php
Information: https://www.sps186.org/page/registration
Please register your children today!
All District 186 students must register every year. This is a quick process that allows the schools to know that your student is returning to District 186 so class lists and schedules can be created.
Online registration is available now-
Click here to register: https://186.springfield.k12.il.us/IS3/Registration/Main.php
Information: https://www.sps186.org/page/registration
Order your school supply kits today!
https://mwsupplycentral.com/product-category/schools/owen-marsh/
And here is the link to the school supply lists:
Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of students? Join us at the District 186 Career Fair on July 7 and learn more about the many opportunities available across our district.
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
📍 District 186 Administrative Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue
Session 1: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
You don't have to wait until the career fair to apply. Visit https://www.sps186.org/o/sps/page/human-resources to view current openings and begin your application today!
The countdown to a new school year is on, and District 186 is excited to welcome students, families, staff, and community members to the 2nd Annual Community Back-to-School Event on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
The Community Back-to-School Event serves as a one-stop destination for families preparing for the upcoming school year while strengthening connections between schools, families, and the community.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe
Address: 3751 Imagineer Drive, Springfield, IL
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an evening of fun, resources, and excitement as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year together.
We are still taking RSVP's for the family picnic this Friday, May 22nd.
https://forms.gle/zyrkGa6uagmzSJYXA
The attached flyer has an updated QR code as well.
****Please be advised that the picnic portion of the day will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. ***
Building tours will proceed regardless.
Here are the tour times:
12:00-12:20 - 1st grade & Piper families
12:10-12:30 - 2nd grade families
12:20-12:40 - 3rd grade & Doss families
12:30-12:50 - 4th grade families
12:40-12:50 - Kindergarten families
12:50-1:10 - 5th grade families
*If you have children in multiple grades, please pick one grade level time for your family to take a tour.
