In anticipation of direction from the state or federal government to keep kids out of school for the rest of the year, Lincoln High School will shift to remote learning for the remainder of the school year. 

The unit district announced a plan to mobilize remote learning for the remainder of the school year. Prom and the spring musical have been canceled at Lincoln High School. If the stay at home mandate extends beyond May 1, it is likely the spring sports season will be canceled according to a school release.

Additionally, graduation will be postponed until more information is released regarding the stay at home guidelines from the stay. 

Superintendent Dwight Stricklin cites the predicted apex of coronavirus cases in Illinois being a few weeks out and is asking parents of the district to stress the importance of social distancing.

This story will be updated.