📣 We Want to Hear from YOU!
Chester School District is launching a long-term Strategic Plan, and your voice matters. As part of this process, we are conducting a Community Survey to gather valuable input from parents, employees, board members, and community members.
Your feedback will help guide our priorities, shape district goals, and strengthen the future of our schools.
📝 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey:
🔗 https://forms.gle/ZnSEDCqxxYnSjP1J8
📱 Or scan the QR code in the image attached to this post!
The survey is open to all stakeholders—including parents, staff, students, alumni, business owners, and residents who want to be part of shaping our future.
Thank you for being an important part of Chester CUSD 139’s continued growth and success.
#ChesterCUSD139 #StrategicPlanning #CommunityEngagement #YourVoiceMatters #TogetherWeGrow
Chester School District is launching a long-term Strategic Plan, and your voice matters. As part of this process, we are conducting a Community Survey to gather valuable input from parents, employees, board members, and community members.
Your feedback will help guide our priorities, shape district goals, and strengthen the future of our schools.
📝 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey:
🔗 https://forms.gle/ZnSEDCqxxYnSjP1J8
📱 Or scan the QR code in the image attached to this post!
The survey is open to all stakeholders—including parents, staff, students, alumni, business owners, and residents who want to be part of shaping our future.
Thank you for being an important part of Chester CUSD 139’s continued growth and success.
#ChesterCUSD139 #StrategicPlanning #CommunityEngagement #YourVoiceMatters #TogetherWeGrow
Chester CUSD 139 is completing a mid-year McKinney-Vento housing check-in. If your family has experienced a change in housing, please review the attached information (available in English and Spanish). Eligible families may qualify for additional support. Please contact the district by January 30 if this applies to you.
CGS is pleased to announce our Faculty Member of the Month for December: Alex Westbrook.
CHS LADY JACKETS MIDWINTER CLASSIC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Come out and join the Lady Yellowjackets hosting the 19th annual Lady Jackets Midwinter Classic Basketball Tournament with games throughout the week culminating at this Saturday’s championship game.
Monday
Marissa vs. Dupo 6:00pm
Cobden-Shawnee vs. Steeleville 7:30pm
Tuesday
Trico vs. Sparta 6:00pm
Chester vs. New Athens 7:30pm
Wednesday
2 Games TBD at 6:00pm & 7:30pm
Thursday
2 Games TBD at 6:00pm & 7:30pm
Saturday
4 Games TBD, 12:00pm 7th Place, 1:30pm Consolation, 3:00pm 3rd Place, 4:30pm Championship
Please enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria. Go Jackets!
TORNEO CLÁSICO DE INVIERNO DE MEDIA TEMPORADA DE BALONCESTO FEMENIL
CHS LADY JACKETS
Acompáñanos y apoya a las Lady Yellowjackets, anfitrionas del 19.º Torneo Anual Lady Jackets Midwinter Classic de Baloncesto, con partidos durante toda la semana que culminan este sábado con el juego de campeonato.
Lunes
Marissa vs. Dupo — 6:00 p. m.
Cobden-Shawnee vs. Steeleville — 7:30 p. M.
Martes
Trico vs. Sparta — 6:00 p. m.
Chester vs. New Athens — 7:30 p. M.
Miércoles
2 partidos por definir — 6:00 p. m. y 7:30 p. M.
Jueves
2 partidos por definir — 6:00 p. m. y 7:30 p. M.
Sábado
4 partidos por definir:
12:00 p. m. — 7.º lugar
1:30 p. m. — Consolación
3:00 p. m. — 3.er lugar
4:30 p. m. — Campeonato
Por favor, ingrese por la Cafetería del Profesor Sharp.
¡Vamos, Jackets!
Come out and join the Lady Yellowjackets hosting the 19th annual Lady Jackets Midwinter Classic Basketball Tournament with games throughout the week culminating at this Saturday’s championship game.
Monday
Marissa vs. Dupo 6:00pm
Cobden-Shawnee vs. Steeleville 7:30pm
Tuesday
Trico vs. Sparta 6:00pm
Chester vs. New Athens 7:30pm
Wednesday
2 Games TBD at 6:00pm & 7:30pm
Thursday
2 Games TBD at 6:00pm & 7:30pm
Saturday
4 Games TBD, 12:00pm 7th Place, 1:30pm Consolation, 3:00pm 3rd Place, 4:30pm Championship
Please enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria. Go Jackets!
TORNEO CLÁSICO DE INVIERNO DE MEDIA TEMPORADA DE BALONCESTO FEMENIL
CHS LADY JACKETS
Acompáñanos y apoya a las Lady Yellowjackets, anfitrionas del 19.º Torneo Anual Lady Jackets Midwinter Classic de Baloncesto, con partidos durante toda la semana que culminan este sábado con el juego de campeonato.
Lunes
Marissa vs. Dupo — 6:00 p. m.
Cobden-Shawnee vs. Steeleville — 7:30 p. M.
Martes
Trico vs. Sparta — 6:00 p. m.
Chester vs. New Athens — 7:30 p. M.
Miércoles
2 partidos por definir — 6:00 p. m. y 7:30 p. M.
Jueves
2 partidos por definir — 6:00 p. m. y 7:30 p. M.
Sábado
4 partidos por definir:
12:00 p. m. — 7.º lugar
1:30 p. m. — Consolación
3:00 p. m. — 3.er lugar
4:30 p. m. — Campeonato
Por favor, ingrese por la Cafetería del Profesor Sharp.
¡Vamos, Jackets!
CHS JUST FOR JACKETS
Thank you to Randolph County Shrine Club for your generous donation to the Just for Jackets Food Pantry at CHS!
Thank you to Randolph County Shrine Club for your generous donation to the Just for Jackets Food Pantry at CHS!
It's time to submit your nominations for CGS Faculty Member of the Month for January. All voting will be accepted through the link provided below or on the District website now through January 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm. https://forms.gle/Q6fpRzw9xtUjeViZ8
This Friday, January 9th will be an 11:30 a.m. dismissal. This early dismissal replaces the one we were unable to hold on November 7th due to electrical issues, which led to an eLearning day. Thank you for your understanding.
CHS FINAL EXAM MAKE-UP (CORRECTION)
Make-up final exams are Monday, December 29th.
Please enter through the old main entrance of the 1925 building facing Swanwick, marked #1.
Exams will start promptly at 9am.
If you have any questions, please email: jeremyblechle@chester139.com
EXAMEN FINAL DE CHS RECUPERATORIO (CORRECCIÓN)
Los exámenes finales de recuperación son el lunes 29 de diciembre.
Por favor entre por la entrada principal antigua del edificio de 1925 que da a Swanwick, señalada con el #1. Los exámenes comenzarán puntualmente a las 9 a. m.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a: jeremyblechle@chester139.com
Make-up final exams are Monday, December 29th.
Please enter through the old main entrance of the 1925 building facing Swanwick, marked #1.
Exams will start promptly at 9am.
If you have any questions, please email: jeremyblechle@chester139.com
EXAMEN FINAL DE CHS RECUPERATORIO (CORRECCIÓN)
Los exámenes finales de recuperación son el lunes 29 de diciembre.
Por favor entre por la entrada principal antigua del edificio de 1925 que da a Swanwick, señalada con el #1. Los exámenes comenzarán puntualmente a las 9 a. m.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a: jeremyblechle@chester139.com
Please be aware that, during Christmas Break, on Tuesday, December 30, the Chester City Police will conduct training only in the 1925 High School building. The breezeway and the rest of the building will not be used.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Mrs. Briggs
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Mrs. Briggs
Chester Grade School Volleyball
⭐Open positions for Chester CUSD 139 ⭐
-Grade School Paraprofessional
-High School Paraprofessional
-High School/Early Childhood Center Custodian
-Early Childhood Center Cafeteria Personnel part-time
-Grade School Paraprofessional
-High School Paraprofessional
-High School/Early Childhood Center Custodian
-Early Childhood Center Cafeteria Personnel part-time
As we head into winter break, we want to remind families that emotional support is available for students at any time. If you have concerns about your child’s well-being, help is available 24/7: CARES Statewide Crisis Hotline (800-345-9094) or call/text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
CHS: WINTER 2025 FINAL EXAM INFORMATION
See attached graphics for details.
Students are not permitted in the halls while exams are in session or the breaks between exams. All students who are in the building during exams or breaks, but not in an exam are required to be in either the Professor Sharp Cafeteria for quiet study and snack or the Professor Sharp Media Center for silent study.
Any students who do not show up and take finals without a verified excuse will fail the course, and receive no credit for the semester, as noted in the handbook.
Weds. 12/17, EXAM DAY 1
1st hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
4th hour 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
6th hour 11:55-1:05pm
1:26pm Release
Thurs. 12/18, EXAM DAY 2
2nd hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
7th hour 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
8th hour 11:55-1:05pm
1:26pm Release
Fri. 12/19, EXAM DAY 3
3rd hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
Make-Up Exams 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
Make-Up Exams 11:55-1:05pm
* Snacks are available for purchase in the Professor Sharp Cafeteria during breaks *
Enjoy the Holiday Break and we will see you next year!
CHS: INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LOS EXÁMENES FINALES DE INVIERNO 2025
Consulte los gráficos adjuntos para más detalles.
No se permite que los estudiantes permanezcan en los pasillos mientras los exámenes están en sesión ni durante los descansos entre exámenes. Todos los estudiantes que estén en el edificio durante los exámenes o los descansos, pero que no estén en un examen, deben permanecer en la Cafetería Professor Sharp para estudio en silencio y refrigerios o en el Centro de Medios Professor Sharp para estudio silencioso. Cualquier estudiante que no se presente y no realice los exámenes finales sin una excusa verificada reprobará el curso y no recibirá crédito por el semestre, según se indica en el manual.
Mié. 17/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 1
1.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
4.ª hora 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
6.ª hora 11:55–1:05 p.m. Salida 1:26 p.m.
Jue. 18/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 2
2.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
7.ª hora 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
8.ª hora 11:55–1:05 p.m. Salida 1:26 p.m.
Vie. 19/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 3
3.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
Exámenes de recuperación 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
Exámenes de recuperación 11:55–1:05 p.m.
*Refrigerios disponibles para compra en la Cafetería Professor Sharp durante los descansos * ¡Disfruten las vacaciones de invierno y nos vemos el próximo año!
See attached graphics for details.
Students are not permitted in the halls while exams are in session or the breaks between exams. All students who are in the building during exams or breaks, but not in an exam are required to be in either the Professor Sharp Cafeteria for quiet study and snack or the Professor Sharp Media Center for silent study.
Any students who do not show up and take finals without a verified excuse will fail the course, and receive no credit for the semester, as noted in the handbook.
Weds. 12/17, EXAM DAY 1
1st hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
4th hour 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
6th hour 11:55-1:05pm
1:26pm Release
Thurs. 12/18, EXAM DAY 2
2nd hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
7th hour 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
8th hour 11:55-1:05pm
1:26pm Release
Fri. 12/19, EXAM DAY 3
3rd hour 7:55-9:05am
*40 minute Break*
Make-Up Exams 9:45-10:55am
*60 minute Lunch/Study Break*
Make-Up Exams 11:55-1:05pm
* Snacks are available for purchase in the Professor Sharp Cafeteria during breaks *
Enjoy the Holiday Break and we will see you next year!
CHS: INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LOS EXÁMENES FINALES DE INVIERNO 2025
Consulte los gráficos adjuntos para más detalles.
No se permite que los estudiantes permanezcan en los pasillos mientras los exámenes están en sesión ni durante los descansos entre exámenes. Todos los estudiantes que estén en el edificio durante los exámenes o los descansos, pero que no estén en un examen, deben permanecer en la Cafetería Professor Sharp para estudio en silencio y refrigerios o en el Centro de Medios Professor Sharp para estudio silencioso. Cualquier estudiante que no se presente y no realice los exámenes finales sin una excusa verificada reprobará el curso y no recibirá crédito por el semestre, según se indica en el manual.
Mié. 17/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 1
1.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
4.ª hora 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
6.ª hora 11:55–1:05 p.m. Salida 1:26 p.m.
Jue. 18/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 2
2.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
7.ª hora 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
8.ª hora 11:55–1:05 p.m. Salida 1:26 p.m.
Vie. 19/12, DÍA DE EXÁMENES 3
3.ª hora 7:55–9:05 a.m.
Descanso de 40 minutos
Exámenes de recuperación 9:45–10:55 a.m.
Descanso de 60 minutos para almuerzo/estudio
Exámenes de recuperación 11:55–1:05 p.m.
*Refrigerios disponibles para compra en la Cafetería Professor Sharp durante los descansos * ¡Disfruten las vacaciones de invierno y nos vemos el próximo año!
🎄 FCA Christmas Breakfast – Tuesday, Dec. 16th 🎄
Our school has been through a difficult time, and we want to offer a space for encouragement and hope.
All students are welcome—no FCA membership needed. ❤️
Enjoy breakfast and a message from Ridge Fogerson.
📅 Dec. 16th
⏰ Before School - 7:15am
📍 Sharp Media Center
You matter. You’re not alone. 💛
Our school has been through a difficult time, and we want to offer a space for encouragement and hope.
All students are welcome—no FCA membership needed. ❤️
Enjoy breakfast and a message from Ridge Fogerson.
📅 Dec. 16th
⏰ Before School - 7:15am
📍 Sharp Media Center
You matter. You’re not alone. 💛
CECC, CGS, & CHS ICONIK YEARBOOKS
Order you Chester Yearbook Now!
Instructions and Link in attached graphics.
Deadline: 06/04/26
CECC, CGS, & CHS ICONIK YEARBOOKS
¡Ordena tu Anuario de Chester ahora!
Instrucciones y enlace en los gráficos adjuntos.
Fecha límite: 04/06/26
CHS: DRESS LIKE JACKSON DAY REFLECTIONS
Today, our school community came together in a powerful and heartfelt way to honor the life of Jackson Scanlan. Earlier this week, we lost a student whose kindness, confidence, and unmistakable sense of style left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
To celebrate Jackson’s memory, students dressed up in outfits inspired by his unique flair—bold, joyful, and unapologetically him. The halls were filled with color, personality, and the same spirit of positivity Jackson brought with him every day.
The photo below captures more than just clothing; it captures love, unity, and the incredible way Jackson brought people together. Our hearts are with his family, friends, and all who were touched by his light.
Jackson, thank you for being you. You will always be part of us.
CHS: DRESS LIKE JACKSON DAY REFLECTIONS
Hoy, nuestra comunidad escolar se unió de una manera poderosa y sincera para honrar la vida de Jackson Scanlan. A principios de esta semana, perdimos a un estudiante cuya amabilidad, confianza y sentido del estilo inconfundible dejaron un impacto duradero en todos los que lo conocieron. Para celebrar la memoria de Jackson, los estudiantes se vistieron con atuendos inspirados en su estilo único: audaz, alegre y sin pedir disculpas por ser él mismo. Los pasillos se llenaron de color, personalidad y del mismo espíritu de positividad que Jackson llevaba consigo cada día. La foto a continuación captura más que solo ropa; captura amor, unidad y la increíble forma en que Jackson reunía a la gente. Nuestros corazones están con su familia, amigos y todos los que fueron tocados por su luz. Jackson, gracias por ser tú. Siempre serás parte de nosotros.
Today, our school community came together in a powerful and heartfelt way to honor the life of Jackson Scanlan. Earlier this week, we lost a student whose kindness, confidence, and unmistakable sense of style left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
To celebrate Jackson’s memory, students dressed up in outfits inspired by his unique flair—bold, joyful, and unapologetically him. The halls were filled with color, personality, and the same spirit of positivity Jackson brought with him every day.
The photo below captures more than just clothing; it captures love, unity, and the incredible way Jackson brought people together. Our hearts are with his family, friends, and all who were touched by his light.
Jackson, thank you for being you. You will always be part of us.
CHS: DRESS LIKE JACKSON DAY REFLECTIONS
Hoy, nuestra comunidad escolar se unió de una manera poderosa y sincera para honrar la vida de Jackson Scanlan. A principios de esta semana, perdimos a un estudiante cuya amabilidad, confianza y sentido del estilo inconfundible dejaron un impacto duradero en todos los que lo conocieron. Para celebrar la memoria de Jackson, los estudiantes se vistieron con atuendos inspirados en su estilo único: audaz, alegre y sin pedir disculpas por ser él mismo. Los pasillos se llenaron de color, personalidad y del mismo espíritu de positividad que Jackson llevaba consigo cada día. La foto a continuación captura más que solo ropa; captura amor, unidad y la increíble forma en que Jackson reunía a la gente. Nuestros corazones están con su familia, amigos y todos los que fueron tocados por su luz. Jackson, gracias por ser tú. Siempre serás parte de nosotros.
CHS Colbert Concessions: Dinner at the Game!
Back by popular demand—it’s time to eat like a champion! This Friday and Saturday, join us at the games for a dinner experience that’s anything but ordinary. Staffed by the crew that set a new standard for dinner at football games two years ago.
On the Menu:
Pulled Pork Nachos & Sandwiches
Loaded Fries & Walking Tacos
Pizza Slices, Hot Dogs, Cheese Fries & Mozzarella Sticks
Popcorn, Candy & Ice-Cold Pepsi Drinks
Grab your friends, fuel up, and cheer on the Jackets with all your favorite stadium classics! Don’t just watch the game—taste the excitement!
Go Jackets!
CHS Colbert Concesiones: ¡Cena en el Partido!
De vuelta por demanda popular—¡es hora de comer como un campeón! Este viernes y sábado, únase a nosotros en los partidos para una experiencia de cena que no es nada ordinaria. Atendido por la tripulación que estableció un nuevo estándar para la cena en los partidos de fútbol hace dos años.
En el Menú:
Pulled Pork Nachos & Sandwiches
Loaded Fries & Walking Tacos
Pizza Slices, Hot Dogs, Cheese Fries & Mozzarella Sticks
Popcorn, Candy & Ice-Cold Pepsi Drinks
¡Reúne a tus amigos, repón energías y anima a los Jackets con todos tus clásicos favoritos del estadio! No solo veas el partido—¡prueba la emoción! ¡Go
CGS Christmas Spirit Week NEXT week, December 15th - 19th! Check it out!
We hope to see you there!
CHS: HONORING A FELLOW CHS STUDENT
The students of Chester and Steelville High School came together to honor the memory of Jackson Scanlan, a beloved junior at CHS who passed away this week. Jackson’s unique sense of style and vibrant personality touched everyone who knew him, and this tribute was a way for his classmates to celebrate the light he brought into their lives.
Chester High School would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our community and the surrounding communities for the outpouring of love, support, and kindness during this incredibly difficult time. Your compassion has been a source of comfort to all of us.
CHS: HONRANDO A UN COMPAÑERO ESTUDIANTE DE CHS
Los estudiantes de Chester y Steelville High School se unieron para honrar la memoria de Jackson Scanlan, un querido estudiante de penúltimo año en CHS que falleció esta semana. El sentido único del estilo de Jackson y su personalidad vibrante tocaron a todos los que lo conocieron, y este homenaje fue una manera para que sus compañeros celebraran la luz que él aportó a sus vidas.
Chester High School desea expresar nuestra más profunda gratitud a nuestra comunidad y a las comunidades circundantes por el desbordamiento de amor, apoyo y amabilidad durante este momento increíblemente difícil. Su compasión ha sido una fuente de consuelo para todos nosotros.
The students of Chester and Steelville High School came together to honor the memory of Jackson Scanlan, a beloved junior at CHS who passed away this week. Jackson’s unique sense of style and vibrant personality touched everyone who knew him, and this tribute was a way for his classmates to celebrate the light he brought into their lives.
Chester High School would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our community and the surrounding communities for the outpouring of love, support, and kindness during this incredibly difficult time. Your compassion has been a source of comfort to all of us.
CHS: HONRANDO A UN COMPAÑERO ESTUDIANTE DE CHS
Los estudiantes de Chester y Steelville High School se unieron para honrar la memoria de Jackson Scanlan, un querido estudiante de penúltimo año en CHS que falleció esta semana. El sentido único del estilo de Jackson y su personalidad vibrante tocaron a todos los que lo conocieron, y este homenaje fue una manera para que sus compañeros celebraran la luz que él aportó a sus vidas.
Chester High School desea expresar nuestra más profunda gratitud a nuestra comunidad y a las comunidades circundantes por el desbordamiento de amor, apoyo y amabilidad durante este momento increíblemente difícil. Su compasión ha sido una fuente de consuelo para todos nosotros.
