Lanphier High School

Think you've got game? Prove it. Join the Springfield Capitols Esports Summer Clinic — a free one-day camp for incoming 8th & 9th graders! Saturday, July 26 9 AM – 3 PM Lanphier High School Lunch provided Hang out with the Springfield Capitols Esports team, sharpen your skills, and see what competitive gaming is all about. Whether you're a casual player or ready to level up, this is your chance to get in the game. Register : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZSrGXTuhFRsxfg0MktWKlqeFrsPkjsN9WgBHAWz59m5HbpQ/viewform

Please join us for our first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event. This event is designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together to celebrate the start of a new school year—and we'd love to have you join us! Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025 🕒 Time: 3:00–7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Springfield Public Schools Administrative Office – 3063 Fiat Ave., Springfield, IL This family-friendly event will feature: School supply and backpack giveaways Live student performances Food and treats A variety of exhibitors sharing valuable information and resources for families and educators!

🎓📸 Graduation Info for Senior Families! 📸🎓 After our graduation ceremony at the BOS Center, please note that students will NOT be exiting through the front lobby. Instead, they will exit through the back of the building. Parents and guests will exit through the front lobby and should plan to meet their graduates outside the building. We know you want to take pictures and we encourage you do so outside of the BOS Center. We look forward to seeing everyone today! We are so proud of the Class of 2025! GO LIONS

Are you interested in Show Choir? District 186's Show Choir group, Collage, is holding auditions on Friday June 6th at Southeast High School! There will be an informational meeting for parents and student workshop 5 - 7 PM on Thursday, June 5th. Questions? Please email Director Sean Robb at srobb@sps186.org.

Did you forget to turn your Chromebook in on the last days of school? District Technology will be at LHS today until 12:00 p.m. Please make sure you have your Chromebook and charger turned in! Bring it to the school today if you missed turning it in last week!

Interested in Show Choir? District 186's Show Choir group - Collage is holding auditions ! Thursday, June 5th: Informational meeting and workshop 5 - 7 PM Friday, June 6h: Auditions 4-6 PM, followed by dance session 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Southeast High School *If you have a conflict but are still interested in auditioning, please email Director Sean Robb at srobb@sps186.org.

Collage Auditions will take place next week. Please help spread the word! Thursday, June 5th: Informational meeting and workshop 5 - 7 PM Friday, June 6h: Auditions 4-6 PM, followed by dance session 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Southeast High School *If you have a conflict but are still interested in auditioning, please email Director Sean Robb at srobb@sps186.org.

Are you ready for 2025-2026 LHS POMS?!? Tryouts are going to take place soon! See the information below regarding upcoming clinics and tryouts!

We love a big check around here!! Congratulations to Stefan Bladen on receiving a $2000 scholarship to MTI for the HVAC Program. Stefan will start at MTI in the Fall. We are sooo proud of him and know he will be successful!

The Lanphier Girls Group had their last meeting today with Ms. Williams and Ms. Fluker. They've learned so much this year and are looking forward to next year!

Administration from CACC came to Lanphier yesterday to honor Mr. Caton. If you didn't know, Mr. Caton is set to retire this school year. CACC gave him an achievement award for his support of the CACC program and students at LHS.

LHS After School programs will end on Thursday, May 22, 2025. That is the last day for tutoring, credit recovery, and our P.M. Program. If your student has a Credit Recovery course, please make sure it is completed by Thursday, May 22, 2025. If your student has questions, please have them speak to their Assistant Principal prior to Thursday.

Congratulations, District 186 Collage! The show choir coop earned a 1st Place Superior Rating for the Class AA Division at the Music in the Parks Festival, Six Flags St. Louis this weekend. Ursula Phillips-Eccles also earned one of the three Outstanding Soloist awards given for all choirs/all divisions/all ages. Collage Show Choir is made up of students from Lanphier, Southeast, and Springfield High Schools. Auditions for next year will take place the first week of June. Stay tuned for more info. We are so proud of all of you!

Attention LHS Families! Current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students will need to end this 2nd semester with a minimum 2.0 GPA and Pass 5 out of 7 core classes in order to be eligible to participate in sports during the first semester of the 2025-2026 School Year. If needed, now is the time to communicate with your student's Assistant Principal with questions about summer school. Also, an updated physical will need to be on file prior to the first official day of practice. Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will need a sports physical. Incoming 9th graders will need their required full physical. Now is the time to set up appointments for physicals!

The Teachers and Staff of Lanphier High School would like to thank Westside Christian Church, Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, our Administrators, our amazing students, and all who helped celebrate us this week! From delicious Mel-o-Cream donuts, to a variety of popcorn snacks, and a delicious staff tailgate, our bellies and our hearts are full. Thank you!

Congratulations to Quoni Washington for earning 2nd place in the long jump at the CS8 Conference Girls Track & Field meet! She jumped 15 feet , 8 inches!!! If you want to visualize how far she jumped, picture two midsize sedans parked bumper to bumper or a large size U-Haul truck!!!

Are you an incoming 8th or 9th grader for 2025/2026 school year looking for a hands-on, exciting experience this summer? Don’t miss the Lanphier High School & Lincoln Land Community College Building and Trades Camp! 🔨🏗️ Dates: June 2–5, 2025 Session 1: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Session 2: 12:30 PM–3:30 PM Location: Lanphier High School – 1300 N. 11th Street, Springfield, IL 62702 - FREE to attend - Learn valuable skills in building and trades - Work alongside professionals and explore real-world career pathways - Meet new friends and have fun doing something different this summer - Sessions are limited to 15 students each, for a total of 30 participants, and slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Spots are limited—sign up today and lock in your spot! https://forms.gle/5Ycfuqjipxnd7Hxh9 Let’s build something great!

Today the LHS Life Skills classes went to the Springfield Fire Dept station on Converse & 19th Streets. The students got a tour of the station, the fire rig, and got to sit in the driver seat! The students got hats and materials to take home and share with families about fire safety. We appreciate the opportunity for hands on learning from our community members!

It's getting real! Seniors are participating in Grad Walk 2025!

We love our students! We are so thankful for the heartfelt messages left for us on the sidewalk for teacher Appreciation Week!