Laketown Elementary School

Scheels Sports Park

Nike Basketball Camp at Lanphier High School. See flier for details.

The Springfield & Central Illinois African American History Museum (AAHM) invites students in grades 3rd–5th to join this year’s FREE summer camp:



Behind the Mask: Exploring History, Expressing Identity Through Art & Movement

📍 Location: Union Baptist Church

1405 E. Monroe St., Springfield, IL 62703



🗓 Choose ONE Week:

• Week 1: June 1–5, 2026

• Week 2: June 8–12, 2026



⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.



Campers will:

✔️ Explore African and African American cultural traditions

✔️ Learn the meaning and symbolism behind masks, patterns, and storytelling

✔️ Express themselves through art, movement, and dance

✔️ Build confidence, creativity, and new friendships



🎟 FREE to attend — space is limited!



Register today: [https://form.jotform.com/261295024644153](https://form.jotform.com/261295024644153)



For questions, contact Camp Director Dr. Erica Austin at 217-553-1815 or email Ericataustin@gmail.com.

Kidzeum Now Accepting Childcare Assistance for Summer Camps.

See flier for additional information

Book It Summer of Stories Flier

Book It Summer of Stories Flier

Join Us for Arts and Crafts Family Day
Get ready for a evening of bonding, making memories and enjoying a wide range of fun-filled activities with your child.
Learn about Summer Resources available.

May 6, 2026 from 5-6:30pm at Laketown School.

See Fliers for Additional Information on Summer Camps

Treat Sales are this Week!

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Students can spend a Maximum of $2.00

Lincoln Memorial Gardens
Guided Nature Walks
Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM

Pizza Fundraiser Friday April 24, 2026
Students will get a drink and slice of pizza for $5.00.
Money is due 4/23/26 so we can order pizza that afternoon.

The Central Illinois Food Bank will be giving out food on Mondays: April 6, 13th, 20th, and 27th from 1PM-3PM.
Food to be given out:
Ground Beef,Spaghetti & sauce and Cereal.
Line for drive up is at the intersection of McCreary and Edwards

No School on Friday April 3, 2026
&
Monday April 6, 2026 for Easter Break.
Students will return on Tuesday April 7, 2026.

Treat Sales are this week.

Bring a dollar for a treat on Wednesday April 1, 2026.

Students can spend a maximum of $2.00.

*Students who attend Scope*

During Spring break from Monday March 16-Friday March 20, 2026 Scope will be held at Hazel Dell Elementary

Hazel Dell
850 West Lake Shore Dr
Springfield, IL 62712
21-525-3223

Spring Break is Monday March 16-March 20, 2026. Students will return to school on Monday March 23, 2026.

Hello Laketown Families: We are having a Skate Night at Skateland South on Tuesday March 10, 2026 from 5:30-7:30pm. Admission is $6.00 and skate rental is $5.00. A portion of the proceeds will got to Laketown School. The arcade will be available, and the snack bar will be open to purchase snacks, drinks and even dinner.

Hello Laketown Families: We are having another Pizza Fundraiser Lunch. This will be on Friday March 27, 2026. Students can purchase a slice of pizza, drink and a treat for $5.00. Money needs to be turned in by Thursday March 26, 2026 by noon. We are going to order the pizza that afternoon. Students should have brought home an order form today.