Dear Chester Families,

We are excited to announce our upcoming Preschool Screening for all children who will be 3 years old on or before September 1, 2026. Screenings will take place on April 21, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

To participate, you must schedule an appointment by calling Rebecca at 618-822-0829 or by emailing rebeccahanna@chester139.com.

Please note that there will be no school for all preschool and Early Childhood (EC) students on this day due to screenings.

We look forward to meeting our future students! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
about 10 hours ago, Chester Community School District 139
PreK Screening April 21, 2026 9 am-5 pm at the CECC building
CECC STAFF OF THE MONTH
It's time to cast your vote for CECC Staff of the Month for March!
Use the link below to nominate who you feel deserves recognition!
Nominations will close on April 15, 2026 at 3:00 pm.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduZ-5jfftrGx_qSRMAbdO0mYK1TSwdcGrSVPRCj5j-jhuNjg/viewform?usp=dialog

CECC: EMPLEADO DEL MES
¡Es hora de emitir su voto para el Empleado del Mes de marzo de CECC!
Utilice el enlace a continuación para nominar a quien considere que merece reconocimiento.
Las nominaciones se cerrarán el 15 de abril de 2026 a las 3:00 p. M.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduZ-5jfftrGx_qSRMAbdO0mYK1TSwdcGrSVPRCj5j-jhuNjg/viewform?usp=dialog
about 14 hours ago, Chester High School
CGS & CHS: NATIONAL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION WEEK
Chester Grade School and Chester High School would like to recognize and thank Dr. Kristin Petrowke (CGS), Mrs. Robin Barton (CHS) for their service to our students, building and community.
Thank you for all you do for our students!

CGS y CHS: SEMANA NACIONAL DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS SUBDIRECTORES
La Escuela Primaria de Chester y la Escuela Secundaria de Chester desean reconocer y agradecer a la Dra. Kristin Petrowke (CGS) y a la Sra. Robin Barton (CHS) por su servicio a nuestros estudiantes, a nuestras escuelas y a la comunidad.
¡Gracias por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes!
about 14 hours ago, Chester High School
Assistant Principal Week 01
Assistant Principal Week 02
Family Fun Night is back April 20th! All Chester School District families are invited to an evening of board games, basketball, dodgeball, MarioKart, delicious snacks, and exciting prize drawings. It's the perfect night to connect, play, and have fun together. RSVP now!

Chester High School, April 20th, 5:00-7:00pm
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/RNp1mSJaDYLJ9nPZA

¡La Noche de Diversión Familiar regresa el 20 de abril!
Todas las familias del Distrito Escolar de Chester están invitadas a una noche de juegos de mesa, baloncesto, dodgeball, Mario Kart, deliciosos bocadillos y emocionantes sorteos de premios. Es la noche perfecta para convivir, jugar y divertirse juntos. ¡Confirme su asistencia ahora!

Chester High School, 20 de abril, 5:00–7:00 p. m.
Enlace para confirmar asistencia (RSVP): https://forms.gle/RNp1mSJaDYLJ9nPZA
about 15 hours ago, Chester High School
Family Fun Night Flyer (English)
Family Fun Night Flyer (Spanish)
CHS COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Earlier today, Thursday, April 2, at approximately 1:30 p.m., social media posts circulated regarding a possible threat near Chester High School. School administration, in coordination with local law enforcement, promptly investigated these claims and determined them to be unfounded and generated using artificial intelligence.
We want to reassure our community that any report of a potential threat is taken seriously and addressed immediately in partnership with law enforcement to ensure the continued safety of our students and staff.
Thank you for your patience and continued support.

CHS: ANUNCIO A LA COMUNIDAD
Hoy más temprano, jueves 2 de abril, aproximadamente a la 1:30 p. m., circularon en redes sociales publicaciones sobre una posible amenaza cerca de Chester High School. La administración escolar, en coordinación con las autoridades locales, investigó de inmediato estas afirmaciones y determinó que eran infundadas y generadas mediante inteligencia artificial.
Queremos asegurar a nuestra comunidad que cualquier reporte de una posible amenaza se toma con seriedad y se atiende de inmediato en colaboración con las autoridades para garantizar la seguridad continua de nuestros estudiantes y del personal.
Gracias por su paciencia y continuo apoyo.
5 days ago, Chester High School
Family Fun Night is back April 20th! All Chester School District families are invited to an evening of board games, basketball, dodgeball, MarioKart, delicious snacks, and exciting prize drawings. It's the perfect night to connect, play, and have fun together. RSVP now!

Chester High School, April 20th, 5:00-7:00pm
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/RNp1mSJaDYLJ9nPZA
5 days ago, Chester Grade School
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We are now offering online registration for our Stingers Before & After School Program.

Please note that completing the online registration form is the first step only. After you register, district staff will contact you with any additional forms and information needed to complete the process for your child. Register here: https://forms.gle/AP86LoVui5sNM64J7
5 days ago, Kimberly Briggs
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Just a reminder that tomorrow, Thursday, April 2nd is an early dismissal day with students dismissing at 1:30pm. CECC parent pick-up will start at 1:10pm. Students who ride an alternate bus on early dismissal days will be sent home on that alternate bus unless a parent/guardian provides different instructions. There is no school Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.

Solo un recordatorio de que mañana, jueves 2 de abril, es un día de salida temprana con estudiantes que salen a la 1:30 p.m. La recogida de padres de CECC comenzará a la 1:10 p. m. Los estudiantes que tomen un autobús alternativo en los días de salida anticipada serán enviados a casa en ese autobús alternativo a menos que un padre/tutor proporcione instrucciones diferentes. No hay clases el viernes 3 de abril y el lunes 6 de a...
6 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Spring Break
CGS PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY (2 of 2)
Chester Grade School would like to thank our hard working Paraprofessional Staff for all they do for our students. They really go above and beyond expectations to care for our students. Thank you!

CGS: DÍA DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS PARAPROFESIONALES
La Escuela Primaria de Chester (CGS) desea agradecer a nuestro dedicado personal de paraprofesionales por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes. Realmente van más allá de lo esperado para cuidar y apoyar a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias!
6 days ago, Chester High School
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY (1 of 2)
Chester Grade School would like to thank our hard working Paraprofessional Staff for all they do for our students. They really go above and beyond expectations to care for our students. Thank you!

CGS: DÍA DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS PARAPROFESIONALES
La Escuela Primaria de Chester (CGS) desea agradecer a nuestro dedicado personal de paraprofesionales por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes. Realmente van más allá de lo esperado para cuidar y apoyar a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias!
6 days ago, Chester High School
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CGS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY
Chester Early Childhood Center would like to thank our hard working Paraprofessional Staff for all they do for our students. They really go above and beyond expectations to care for our students. Thank you!

CECC: DÍA DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS PARAPROFESIONALES
El Centro de Educación Infantil de Chester (CECC) desea agradecer a nuestro dedicado personal de paraprofesionales por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes. Realmente van más allá de lo esperado para cuidar y apoyar a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias!
6 days ago, Chester High School
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CECC Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY
Chester High School would like to thank our hard working Paraprofessional Staff for all they do for our students. They really go above and beyond expectations to care for our students. Thank you!

CHS: DÍA DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS PARAPROFESIONALES
La Escuela Secundaria de Chester desea agradecer a nuestro dedicado personal de paraprofesionales por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes. Realmente van más allá de lo esperado para cuidar y apoyar a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Gracias!
6 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
CHS Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026
Hey, CGS Families! Our Junior High artists will be hosting the 1st Annual Spring Art Show! Come join us as we showcase our students' talents on Friday, April 24 from 5:30-6:30 in the CGS Cafeteria! We hope to see you there!🎨🧡🖤
7 days ago, Chester Grade School
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CGS will host a Career Day for 7th and 8th grade students on Friday, May 1. We are still seeking a few more presenters to talk about their careers and answer student questions.
For full details, see the flyer below. Ready to RSVP? Reserve your spot by completing the RSVP form at this link: https://forms.gle/eSvEniHdfcR34ywE9
For more information or questions, please email Dr. Petrowske at kristinpetrowske@chester139.com.
7 days ago, Chester Grade School
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It's time to submit your nominations for CGS Faculty Member of the Month for April! Use the link below or visit the Chester139 website to cast your vote for who you feel deserves this recognition! Ballot closes on April 20 at 3:00 pm. https://forms.gle/PhVJLH44a4vyFWAK6
7 days ago, Chester Grade School
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Chester High School
Thursday, April 2, 2026

Seniors - No School
College/Career/Community Service Day

Juniors - ACT
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Sophomores - PreACT Secure
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Freshmen - PreACT 9 Secure
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Chester High School
Jueves, 2 de abril de 2026

Último año (Seniors) – No hay clases
Día de Universidad/Carrera/Servicio Comunitario

Tercer año (Juniors) – ACT
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada

Segundo año (Sophomores) – PreACT Secure
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada

Primer año (Freshmen) – PreACT 9 Secure
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada

7 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Do you know your way around a spatula? Are you passionate about preparing nutritious meals for children?
Then we want YOU!
We are seeking a Head Cook to lead our grade school kitchen and help fuel young minds!

Perks of the job:
⭐Built-in fan club of kids who love your cooking (and will tell you honestly when they don’t😉 )
⭐The joy of making a real difference… one tray at a time
7 days ago, Chester Community School District 139
Head Cook at Grade school needed

‼️Attention: FREE before and after school enrichment program.

In-person registration is TOMORROW March 31st until 5:00 pm at the Grade School

Online registration coming soon..

8 days ago, Chester Community School District 139
Stingers before and after school enrichment program
Stingers before and after school enrichment program in Spanish
Here's a look into next school year. ✏️🍎
8 days ago, Chester Community School District 139
2026-2027 School Calendar
Chester High School
Thursday, April 2, 2026 (CORRECTION)

Seniors - No School
College/Career/Community Service Day

Juniors - ACT
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Sophomores - PreACT Secure
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Freshmen - PreACT 9 Secure
Arrival 7:15 am - 7:45 am Breakfast in Sharp Cafeteria
Report to Testing Location at 7:50 am bell
Bring fully charged Chromebook

Chester High School
Jueves, 2 de abril de 2026

Último año (Seniors) – No hay clases
Día de Universidad/Carrera/Servicio Comunitario

Tercer año (Juniors) – ACT
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada

Segundo año (Sophomores) – PreACT Secure
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada

Primer año (Freshmen) – PreACT 9 Secure
Llegada: 7:15 a. m. – 7:45 a. m. (desayuno en la Cafetería Sharp)
Presentarse en el lugar de examen al timbre de las 7:50 a. m.
Traer la Chromebook completamente cargada
9 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Thursday, April 2nd, 2026