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:

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!

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.

Panda Express Dine to Donate - All day on Wed. May 13.
10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Order online at PandaExpress.com or the App. enter code 3859859 in the fundraiser code box.
2585 Wabash Avenue Springfield IL
62704
(217) 726 - 9880
10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Order online at PandaExpress.com or the App. enter code 3859859 in the fundraiser code box.
2585 Wabash Avenue Springfield IL
62704
(217) 726 - 9880


Family Picnic / Open House
Please RSVP so we know you will be attending the Family Picnic & New Owen Marsh Open House.
This year, we are excited to offer an open house at the new elementary school from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., giving families an opportunity to walk through the building with their student and explore the new space together.
Families can gather in the green space/ playground area at the current Owen Marsh for the family picnic.
We will call for different grade levels to come over to the new Owen Marsh starting at 11:30 a.m. to walk through and view the new space.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe29P75nMUtmCXAsS87tKfm9FjJHIT6OydeCNq3UZ4cEwrhoQ/viewform
Please RSVP so we know you will be attending the Family Picnic & New Owen Marsh Open House.
This year, we are excited to offer an open house at the new elementary school from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., giving families an opportunity to walk through the building with their student and explore the new space together.
Families can gather in the green space/ playground area at the current Owen Marsh for the family picnic.
We will call for different grade levels to come over to the new Owen Marsh starting at 11:30 a.m. to walk through and view the new space.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe29P75nMUtmCXAsS87tKfm9FjJHIT6OydeCNq3UZ4cEwrhoQ/viewform

OME Families,
Join us on Wednesday, May 6, to celebrate Walk + Roll to School Day at Owen
Marsh!
Join us on Wednesday, May 6, to celebrate Walk + Roll to School Day at Owen
Marsh!


Parents, this was supposed to be sent out last week!
Order your shirts TODAY!!!!
2026 OME 5K in May
Event begins at 2pm on 5/3/2026 at OME. Shirt pickup will begin at 1pm. Registration cost is $8 per person. Please fill out a form for each individual who will be participating. Registration deadline to receive the event shirt on the day of the event is 4/27/26. Registrations received after 4/27/26 will receive their shirt the week after the event.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWb3BW40S9VhTJ6eXQxOnvHF5tyqDVA9fTfZ88WyeDnPwAvg/viewform
Order your shirts TODAY!!!!
2026 OME 5K in May
Event begins at 2pm on 5/3/2026 at OME. Shirt pickup will begin at 1pm. Registration cost is $8 per person. Please fill out a form for each individual who will be participating. Registration deadline to receive the event shirt on the day of the event is 4/27/26. Registrations received after 4/27/26 will receive their shirt the week after the event.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWb3BW40S9VhTJ6eXQxOnvHF5tyqDVA9fTfZ88WyeDnPwAvg/viewform

Please join us for this free event. RSVP to help us have an accurate amount of treats! This is for mom and their son(s). Only gentlemen that attend Owen Marsh please. There will be a photo booth, glow sticks & snacks. Come dance the night away. :)
RSVP Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11bo6S4-9L0YRxCI6QYjZxwtDzu2u3d-bZ2qt-9NZ6NQ/edit
RSVP Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11bo6S4-9L0YRxCI6QYjZxwtDzu2u3d-bZ2qt-9NZ6NQ/edit

No School - Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6th.
Everyone have a wonderful weekend!
Everyone have a wonderful weekend!

PTO Meeting Tonight 6:30 p.m. Hope to see you there! Childcare will be provided.
Spring Picture Day Coming Up: Monday, March 9th.

See flyer for all the details.

Save the Date! - Grades 1-5
Join us for a “Totally Tubular” Night of 80’s Music!
Presented by the 1st-5th Grades of Owen Marsh School
Thursday, March 12, 2025
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Southeast High School Auditorium
2350 East Ash Street
Students are encouraged to dress up 80’s style!!
Join us for a “Totally Tubular” Night of 80’s Music!
Presented by the 1st-5th Grades of Owen Marsh School
Thursday, March 12, 2025
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Southeast High School Auditorium
2350 East Ash Street
Students are encouraged to dress up 80’s style!!

Parents,
We need your feedback!
Please complete this 5- Essentials Parent Survey about Owen Marsh.
Survey Link: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
Parents with children enrolled in multiple schools may participate in the survey for each school.
Only one parent per household may participate in the survey.
We need your feedback!
Please complete this 5- Essentials Parent Survey about Owen Marsh.
Survey Link: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
Parents with children enrolled in multiple schools may participate in the survey for each school.
Only one parent per household may participate in the survey.

Two Reminders:
Basketball tonight: Marsh vs. Fairview at Grant Middle School
5:30 - B Team
6:15 - A Team
**Please enter at 1900 Side doors. A custodian will let Marsh in at 5:00 and unlock the door then for families.
**We are not doing concessions this year.
Papa Murphy's Dine to Donate: Get your pizza's to take and bake tonight!
www.papamurphys.com
Use code: SUPPORT
Basketball tonight: Marsh vs. Fairview at Grant Middle School
5:30 - B Team
6:15 - A Team
**Please enter at 1900 Side doors. A custodian will let Marsh in at 5:00 and unlock the door then for families.
**We are not doing concessions this year.
Papa Murphy's Dine to Donate: Get your pizza's to take and bake tonight!
www.papamurphys.com
Use code: SUPPORT
Dine to Donate
Wednesday, Feb. 18th
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Order online or in store: https://www.papamurphys.com/
Use Code: SUPPORT
Wednesday, Feb. 18th
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Order online or in store: https://www.papamurphys.com/
Use Code: SUPPORT

Reminder: No School Tomorrow - Presidents' Day

