CGS & CHS SPRING BAND CONCERTS (STREAMING BROADCAST)
Chester Grade School Spring Concert
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30pm
Please Enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria
Doors open to the public 6:00pm
Help us celebrate another year of remarkable music as Mrs. Colonel says goodbye to CGS.

Chester High School Spring Concert (STREAMING BROADCAST)
Thursday, May 12th, 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30pm
Please Enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria
Doors open to the public 6:00pm
Help us celebrate another year of remarkable music as Mr. Colonel says goodbye to CHS.

CGS & CHS CONCERT LIVESTREAM
Both of the concerts will be streamed for live viewing as well as reviewing on Hudl, Youtube and Facebook.
For your convenience, QR codes are included in the attached graphics, and the links are provided below. We invite you to join us for this exciting event!

Hudl:
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/chester/organization/14289/chester-high-school
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChesterHighSchoolIL
Facebook: Chester Community Unit School Dist No 139

In the event of any issues with the Facebook Live feed, we encourage you to utilize one of the alternative platforms available. Thank you for your understanding.

CONCIERTOS DE PRIMAVERA DE BANDA DE CGS Y CHS (TRANSMISIÓN EN VIVO)
Concierto de Primavera de Chester Grade School
Jueves, 30 de abril de 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30 p. m.
Por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 6:00 p. m.
Acompáñenos a celebrar otro año de música excepcional mientras la Sra. Colonel se despide de CGS.

Concierto de Primavera de Chester High School (TRANSMISIÓN EN VIVO)
Jueves, 12 de mayo de 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30 p. m.
Por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 6:00 p. m.
Acompáñenos a celebrar otro año de música excepcional mientras el Sr. Colonel se despide de CHS.

TRANSMISIÓN EN VIVO DE LOS CONCIERTOS DE CGS Y CHS
Ambos conciertos serán transmitidos en vivo y también estarán disponibles para volver a verse en Hudl, YouTube y Facebook.
Para su conveniencia, los códigos QR están incluidos en los gráficos adjuntos y los enlaces se proporcionan a continuación. ¡Los invitamos a acompañarnos en este emocionante evento!

Hudl:
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/chester/organization/14289/chester-high-school
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChesterHighSchoolIL
Facebook: Chester Community Unit School Dist No 139

En caso de cualquier problema con la transmisión en vivo de Facebook, les recomendamos utilizar una de las plataformas alternativas disponibles. Gracias por su comprensión.

about 3 hours ago, Chester High School
CGS Spring Concert 2026
CHS Spring Concert 2026
Registration and/or CAR TAG PICK UP for SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM TODAY from 3-6 pm at the High School Cafeteria, 1901 Swanwick. If you need to come during the day, please stop by the District Unit Office at 1940 Swanwick from 8-3 pm.
about 4 hours ago, Chester Community School District 139
On Friday, April 24, CGS hosted its first-ever Junior High Art Show! Students showcased a variety of artwork across different mediums and styles, creating a gallery experience for visitors to enjoy.
about 5 hours ago, Chester Grade School
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CHS ICONIK SENIOR PICTURES, BASEBALL & TRAPSHOOTING
Iconik Studios will be here at CHS tomorrow afternoon to take Senior Pictures along with baseball and trap team photos. We are starting at 12:30 to make sure everyone is back from CCSI and has eaten.

12:30 - Senior Tux and Drape make-up pictures
1:00-2:00 Senior Class/Cap and Gown Photos
2:00-2:30 Baseball Team
2:30 Trap Team

Seniors please remember to bring your caps & gowns.
Baseball & Trapshooting please remember to bring uniforms.

CHS: FOTOS DE GRADUACIÓN DE ICONIK, BÉISBOL Y TIRO AL PLATO
Iconik Studios estará en CHS mañana por la tarde para tomar las fotos de graduación, así como las fotos de los equipos de béisbol y tiro al plato. Comenzaremos a las 12:30 para asegurarnos de que todos hayan regresado de CCSI y hayan comido.

12:30 — Fotos de retoque con esmoquin y toga para estudiantes de último año
1:00–2:00 — Fotos de la clase de último año con toga y birrete
2:00–2:30 — Equipo de béisbol
2:30 — Equipo de tiro al plato

Estudiantes de último año, por favor recuerden traer sus birretes y togas.
Béisbol y tiro al plato, por favor recuerden traer sus uniformes.

about 6 hours ago, Chester High School
REMINDER!! Next week, May 4-8, we celebrate CCUSD 139 Staff Appreciation Week! Send that special staff member (or members) a 'thank you' using the link below! All submissions completed by 3:00 pm TOMORROW, Friday, May 1 will be delivered throughout the week next week! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOAbNXv9_WIJ0cYLvpzGIKoXIzRxpoSlFKg3Q8ERepvxWAVQ/viewform?usp=dialog
about 7 hours ago, Chester Grade School
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CGS & CHS IPA BREAKFAST
These students were chosen to attend the Illinois Principal Association’s Student Recognition Breakfast. This event is to honor students for exceptional character, leadership, and academic achievement. We are excited to recognize these outstanding students!

DESAYUNO IPA DE CGS Y CHS
Estos estudiantes fueron seleccionados para asistir al Desayuno de Reconocimiento Estudiantil de la Asociación de Directores de Illinois. Este evento honra a los estudiantes por su carácter excepcional, liderazgo y logros académicos. ¡Nos complace reconocer a estos estudiantes destacados!
about 8 hours ago, Chester High School
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CHS: SENIOR SIGNING DAY WEDNESDAY 5/06/25
Senior Signing Day, 11:15am
Doors open to the public 11:00am
The community is invited to celebrate with our students in Colbert Gym.
Please enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria.

CHS: DÍA DE FIRMA DE ESTUDIANTES DE ÚLTIMO AÑO — MIÉRCOLES 06/05/25
Día de Firma de Estudiantes de Último Año, 11:15 a. m.
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 11:00 a. m.
La comunidad está invitada a celebrar con nuestros estudiantes en el Colbert Gymnasium.
Por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp.

1 day ago, Chester High School
CHS Senior Signing Day 2026

High School Sophomores and Juniors: You’re invited to attend an interactive virtual college fair hosted by the STARS College Network!
Connect with representatives from all 32 STARS College Network member schools to explore outstanding academic and campus opportunities designed especially for rural and small-town students. Take advantage of this unique chance to ask questions, learn more about college life, and discover the many ways our schools are committed to your success.

Tuesday, May 5, 7:00-8:30 PM (CDT)
REGISTER HERE
https://engage.starscollegenetwork.org/register/?id=ac1b2846-6acd-420b-84d9-9fa7bf1e2488

Estudiantes de segundo y tercer año de preparatoria: ¡Están invitados a asistir a una feria universitaria virtual e interactiva organizada por la STARS College Network!
Conéctense con representantes de las 32 instituciones miembros de la STARS College Network para explorar excelentes oportunidades académicas y universitarias diseñadas especialmente para estudiantes de áreas rurales y pequeñas comunidades. Aprovechen esta oportunidad única para hacer preguntas, aprender más sobre la vida universitaria y descubrir las muchas maneras en que nuestras instituciones están comprometidas con su éxito.

Martes, 5 de mayo, de 7:00 p. m. a 8:30 p. m. (CDT)
REGÍSTRESE AQUÍ
https://engage.starscollegenetwork.org/register/?id=ac1b2846-6acd-420b-84d9-9fa7bf1e2488

2 days ago, Chester High School
CAR TAG PICK UP TODAY and Thursday from 3-6 pm at the High School Cafeteria, 1901 Swanwick. If you need to come during the day, please stop by the District Unit Office at 1940 Swanwick from 8-3 pm.
2 days ago, Chester Community School District 139
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CECC, CGS, CHS & CUSD 139: BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY

The Chester Early Childhood Center, Chester Grade School, Chester High School, and Chester Community Unit School District 139 would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our bus drivers and Robinson Transport for their dedication and commitment to safely transporting our students each day.

From daily routes to field trips and athletic events, we are grateful for the care, professionalism, and attention you provide to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.

Thank you for all you do for our schools and community.

CECC, CGS, CHS Y CUSD 139: DÍA DE APRECIACIÓN A LOS CONDUCTORES DE AUTOBÚS

El Chester Early Childhood Center, Chester Grade School, Chester High School y Chester Community Unit School District 139 desean expresar nuestro sincero agradecimiento a nuestros conductores de autobús y a Robinson Transport por su dedicación y compromiso para transportar de manera segura a nuestros estudiantes cada día.

Desde las rutas diarias hasta los viajes escolares y eventos deportivos, estamos agradecidos por el cuidado, profesionalismo y atención que brindan para garantizar la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes.

Gracias por todo lo que hacen por nuestras escuelas y nuestra comunidad.

2 days ago, Chester High School
Bus Driver Appreciation Day 2026
Next week, May 4-8, we celebrate CCUSD 139 Staff Appreciation Week! Send that special staff member (or members) a 'thank you' using the link below! All submissions completed by 3:00 pm on Friday, May 1 will be delivered throughout the week next week!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOAbNXv9_WIJ0cYLvpzGIKoXIzRxpoSlFKg3Q8ERepvxWAVQ/viewform?usp=dialog
2 days ago, Chester High School
Staff Appreciation Week 2026

You're Invited! 🎓Join us in celebrating our 8th Grade Graduates!

📅 May 14th at 6:00 pm
📍 Chester High School — Colbert Gymnasium

Important Reminders:

Last day for 8th graders: May 7th
Graduation Practice: May 14th at 9:00 am at the high school - Students must attend practice to walk at the ceremony

We can't wait to celebrate this milestone and their accomplishments! 🎉

3 days ago, Chester Grade School
8th Grade Graduation

CHS: BLOOD DRIVE
CHS is hosting a blood drive in Juergen's Gym on Tuesday, April 28th.
To donate blood, sign up on the American Red Cross' website: RedCrossBlood.org.
We hope to see you there!

CHS: DONACIÓN DE SANGRE
CHS está organizando una campaña de donación de sangre en el Gimnasio Juergens el martes 28 de abril.
Para donar sangre, inscríbase en el sitio web de la Cruz Roja Americana: RedCrossBlood.org.
¡Esperamos verlo allí!

3 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Blood Drive
CGS & CHS SPRING BAND CONCERTS
Chester Grade School Spring Concert
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30pm
Please Enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria
Doors open to the public 6:00pm
Help us celebrate another year of remarkable music as Mrs. Colonel says goodbye to CGS.

Chester High School Spring Concert
Thursday, May 12th, 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30pm
Please Enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria
Doors open to the public 6:00pm
Help us celebrate another year of remarkable music as Mr. Colonel says goodbye to CHS.

CONCIERTOS DE PRIMAVERA DE BANDA DE CGS Y CHS
Concierto de Primavera de Chester Grade School
Jueves, 30 de abril de 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30 p. m.
Por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 6:00 p. m.
Acompáñenos a celebrar otro año de música excepcional mientras la Sra. Colonel se despide de CGS.

Concierto de Primavera de Chester High School
Jueves, 12 de mayo de 2026
Colbert Memorial Gymnasium, 6:30 p. m.
Por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 6:00 p. m.
Acompáñenos a celebrar otro año de música excepcional mientras el Sr. Colonel se despide de CHS.
3 days ago, Chester High School
CGS Spring Concert 2026
CHS Spring Concert 2026
CGS ILLINOIS YOUTH SURVEY
CGS 8th grade students will participate in the Illinois Youth Survey on May 7, 2026. Participation is voluntary. If you would rather not have your child participate, please return this form to the grade school office no later than Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

ENCUESTA JUVENIL DE ILLINOIS – CGS
Los estudiantes de 8.º grado de CGS participarán en la Encuesta Juvenil de Illinois el 7 de mayo de 2026. La participación es voluntaria. Si prefiere que su hijo(a) no participe, por favor devuelva este formulario a la oficina de la escuela primaria a más tardar el miércoles 6 de mayo de 2026.
6 days ago, Chester High School
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Congratulations to our CGS Faculty Member of the Month for April: Mary Bohnert!
6 days ago, Chester Grade School
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CHS GRADUATION 2026
Come join us to celebrate a milestone in the lives of our graduating class.
The CHS Commence Ceremony will be held Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at 3:00pm in the Colbert Memorial Gymnasium.
Doors enter to the public at 2:00pm, please enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria.

GRADUACIÓN DE CHS 2026
Acompáñenos para celebrar un momento importante en la vida de nuestra clase graduada.
La ceremonia de graduación de CHS se llevará a cabo el domingo 17 de mayo de 2026 a las 3:00 p. m. en el Colbert Memorial Gymnasium.
Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 2:00 p. m.; por favor, ingrese por la cafetería Professor Sharp.
6 days ago, Chester High School
CHS Graduation 2026
CHS SALUKI TAKE OVER 2026 On Thursday, April 23, 2026, Chester High School hosted the annual SIUC Saluki Take Over. We were honored to welcome Austin A. Lane, Chancellor of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, along with Wendell Williams, Carl Franks, Sarah Jiter, Cade Cockburn, and Jeff Harmon. This distinguished group spoke with our students about the many educational opportunities available at SIU and officially welcomed six Chester High School seniors as future Salukis: Morgan Absher, Hayden Cartwright, Rylie Myers, Kaylee Rogers, Jason Sibley, and Jessica Stumpe. We are especially proud to recognize Rylie Myers as a recipient of the Chancellor’s Scholarship, SIU’s most prestigious first-year award, covering tuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing, and meals for four years. Congratulations to these students on this significant next step in their educational journeys. We are incredibly proud of you! CHS SALUKI TAKE OVER 2026 El jueves 23 de abril de 2026, Chester High School fue sede del evento anual Saluki Take Over de SIUC. Tuvimos el honor de dar la bienvenida a Austin A. Lane, rector de Southern Illinois University Carbondale, junto con Wendell Williams, Carl Franks, Sarah Jiter, Cade Cockburn y Jeff Harmon. Este distinguido grupo habló con nuestros estudiantes sobre las numerosas oportunidades educativas disponibles en SIU y dio la bienvenida oficialmente a seis estudiantes de último año de Chester High School como futuros Salukis: Morgan Absher, Hayden Cartwright, Rylie Myers, Kaylee Rogers, Jason Sibley y Jessica Stumpe. Nos enorgullece especialmente reconocer a Rylie Myers como beneficiaria de la Beca del Rector, el premio más prestigioso para estudiantes de primer año en SIU, que cubre la matrícula, las cuotas obligatorias, el alojamiento en el campus y las comidas durante cuatro años. Felicitaciones a estos estudiantes por este importante paso en sus trayectorias educativas. ¡Estamos increíblemente orgullosos de ustedes!
6 days ago, Chester High School
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CHS 2026 SISHSA BANQUET
The 54th annual Southern Illinois Society for High School Achievement (SISHSA) banquet was held April 16 at SIU Carbondale. Six students represented Chester High School. Those students were Ethan Colvis, Callie Davis, Lillian Diskey, Addison Gottschammer, Tray Peters and Jason Sibley.

BANQUETE SISHSA 2026 DE CHS
El 54.º banquete anual de la Southern Illinois Society for High School Achievement (SISHSA) se llevó a cabo el 16 de abril en SIU Carbondale. Seis estudiantes representaron a Chester High School. Estos estudiantes fueron Ethan Colvis, Callie Davis, Lillian Diskey, Addison Gottschammer, Tray Peters y Jason Sibley.
6 days ago, Chester High School
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CHS ILLINOIS YOUTH SURVEY
CHS students will participate in the Illinois Youth Survey on May 5, 2026. Participation is voluntary. If you would rather not have your child participate, please return this form to the school office no later than Friday, May 1.

ENCUESTA JUVENIL DE ILLINOIS – CHS
Los estudiantes de CHS participarán en la Encuesta Juvenil de Illinois el 5 de mayo de 2026. La participación es voluntaria. Si prefiere que su hijo(a) no participe, por favor devuelva este formulario a la oficina de la escuela a más tardar el viernes 1 de mayo.
7 days ago, Chester High School
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