Karim Landeros and Reagan Sims earn “Special Teams” and “Practice Player” honors for Week 3
BY JIM BEERS
The Chester High School Football Program presents two weekly special player awards throughout the football season. The first award is the “Special Teams” player of the week and the other is the “Practice Player” of the week.
Head Coach Billy Belton started this program several years ago to recognize players for exemplary dedication, service, and performance. He especially wanted to recognized and reward two areas that sometimes do not get much special attention throughout the season.
The first award is the” Special Teams” award for a member of the Special Teams unit. Special Teams players are often not featured in the spotlight. Such players deserve recognition for performances that “stand-out” on the field in games, especially when those performances make big differences in the success of those games.
The second weekly award is the “Practice Player of the Week” award. This award recognizes and honors a player who works the hardest in practice and further works to makes his teammates better. Such players sometimes do not even see playing time during varsity games, but make key contributions at practice to make the YellowJacket Football Program better and more successful.
Award selections are announced each Thursday at the end of practice. Criteria from the previous week’s game and practices are used to assist in the selection of the current week’s honorees.
The awards are voted on based upon recommendations of the coaching staff. The two awards are sponsored by two local businesses, Korando Heating and Cooling and Knight Hawk Coal. Honorees being recognized receive both an official “Player of the Week” T-shirt as well as recognition in both the local media outlets and over the public address system at home games.
The Korando Heating and Cooling “Special Teams Player of the Week Award” for Week 3 was: Karim Landeros.
In week 3 Karim had a great kicking game against Anna-Jonesboro. During that game he set a new personal record of having kicked 100 career extra points. He broke his school record from last season in the process. He also kicked off for CHS four times for 164 yards as well as kicked five extra points. On defense he recorded two tackle assists.
The Knight Hawk Coal “Practice Player of the Week” for Week 3 was Reagan Sims. Reagan is always a hard-working player and does what is best for his team to be successful. Coach Belton said, “Reagan is a real work horse. He comes into games and does a great job filling in where and when needed”. Against Anna-Jonesboro Sims recorded two tackle assists and grabbed one interception. He also kicked one extra point had two kickoffs for a total of 94 yards.
CECC, CGS, CHS PARENT TEACHER FALL CONFERENCES (CORRECTION)
Parent Teacher Conferences for CHS, CGS and CECC will be October 20th and 22nd. Conferences can be scheduled by contacting your child's school starting Tuesday 10/13 during office hours.
Call Chester High School at 826-2302 or email crystaltindall@chester139.com.
Call Chester Grade School at 826-2354 or email danielleconway@chester139.com.
Call Chester Early Childhood Center at 618-822-0829 or email rebeccahanna@chester139.com
Our teachers are eager to meet with you and discuss your child's achievements this school year!
CONFERENCIAS DE OTOÑO ENTRE PADRES Y MAESTROS DE CECC, CGS Y CHS (CORRECCIÓN)
Las conferencias entre padres y maestros de Chester High School (CHS), Chester Grade School (CGS) y Chester Early Childhood Center (CECC) se llevarán a cabo los días 20 y 22 de octubre. Las familias podrán programar sus conferencias a partir del martes 13 de octubre, comunicándose con la escuela de sus hijos durante el horario de oficina.
Chester High School (CHS) Teléfono: 826-2302 Correo electrónico: crystaltindall@chester139.com
Chester Grade School (CGS) Teléfono: 826-2354 Correo electrónico: danielleconway@chester139.com
Chester Early Childhood Center (CECC) Teléfono: 618-822-0829 Correo electrónico: rebeccahanna@chester139.com
¡Nuestros maestros esperan con entusiasmo reunirse con ustedes para conversar sobre los logros y el progreso de sus hijos durante este año escolar!
SADD requests that all students wear blue or purple on these dates to raise awareness for suicide awareness and prevention. We would also love to remind everyone that 988 is available to call or text if you ever find yourself in crisis. See any SADD member for more details and remember: you matter. Stay another day.
ANUNCIO DE SADD DE CHS
SADD solicita a todos los estudiantes que vistan de azul o morado en estas fechas para crear conciencia sobre la concientización y prevención del suicidio. También nos encantaría recordarles a todos que la línea 988 está disponible para llamadas o textos si alguna vez se encuentran en una crisis. Consulten con cualquier miembro de SADD para obtener más detalles y recuerden: ustedes importan. Quédense un día más.
We understand that a social media post regarding a student threat made last week has caused concern among some of our families. We want to reassure you that this incident was immediately addressed, and appropriate action was taken.
Please know that we take all threats seriously and work closely with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Mrs, Briggs
CHS FAFSA NIGHT - CORRECTION
Whether you're heading to a 4-year university, community college, or trade school, FAFSA opens the door to grants, scholarships, and financial aid. All seniors and parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to attend as this is a graduation requirement. Oct. 22, 2026 from 5-6:30 pm. See you there!
NOCHE DE FAFSA DE CHS — CORRECCIÓN
Tanto si vas a una universidad de 4 años, un colegio comunitario o una escuela profesional, FAFSA te abre la puerta a becas, becas y ayudas económicas. Se anima encarecidamente a todos los estudiantes de último curso y a los padres/tutores a asistir, ya que es un requisito para graduarse. 22 de octubre de 2026 de 17:00 a 18:30. ¡Nos vemos allí!
It’s time for another round of CGS Staff Member of the Month nominations! 🏆🖤🧡
Know a faculty or staff member who truly BUZZES with our HIVE Characteristics? 🐝💛 Take a moment to recognize someone who goes above and beyond, makes a difference, and helps make OUR HIVE stronger every day!
👇 Use the link below to cast your vote for a CGS staff member who exemplifies what it means to Have Respect, Initiate Responsibility, Value Safety, and Encourage Empathy! 🐝✨
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQLPJLI5_7IJC40jpmjUnv9ntrKIjICEjwppDEXIoOSVt1sA/viewform?usp=dialog
📅 Voting closes at 3:00 pm on October 20, 2026!
Let’s keep celebrating the incredible people who make CGS such a special place to learn, work, and grow! 🧡🖤🐝
#TogetherWeThrive #OurHiveOurImpact #StaffMemberOfTheMonth #CGSFamily #HivePride
🎉🐝 CONGRATULATIONS! 🐝🎉
🌟 Help us celebrate our September CECC Faculty Member of the Month… Rachel Vasquez!🧡🖤
👏Thank you, Rachel, for all you do for our students and CECC family! We're lucky to have you on our team! 🐝💛
#TogetherWeThrive
🎉🐝 ¡FELICITACIONES! 🐝🎉
🌟 Ayúdennos a celebrar a nuestra Miembro de la Facultad de CECC del Mes de Septiembre… ¡Rachel Vasquez! 🧡🖤
👏 ¡Gracias, Rachel, por todo lo que haces por nuestros estudiantes y por la familia de CECC! ¡Tenemos mucha suerte de contar contigo en nuestro equipo! 🐝💛
#JuntosProsperamos
🌟 Help us celebrate our September CGS Faculty Member of the Month… Danielle Conway! 🧡🖤
👏 Thank you, Danielle, for all you do for our students and CGS family! We’re lucky to have you on our team! 🐝💛 #TogetherWeThrive
Chester Community Unit School District 139 will have an eLearning Day on Monday, September 28, 2026, due to the Chester Bridge demolition event scheduled for that morning.
Students are reminded to check their Google Classrooms for check-in procedures, assignments, and any additional instructions from their teachers.
Thank you for your cooperation.
DÍA DE APRENDIZAJE EN LÍNEA (eLEARNING) DE CUSD 139 — LUNES 28 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2026
El Distrito Escolar Comunitario de Chester CUSD 139 tendrá un Día de eLearning el lunes 28 de septiembre de 2026, debido al evento de demolición del Puente de Chester programado para esa mañana.
Se recuerda a los estudiantes que revisen sus Google Classrooms para consultar los procedimientos de registro de asistencia, las tareas y cualquier instrucción adicional de sus maestros.
Gracias por su cooperación.
CHS 2026 HOMECOMING COURT, KING & QUEEN
2026 Chester High School Homecoming Court
2025 Retiring Queen: Callie Davis
2025 Retiring King: Trayton Peters
Senior: Joella Eggemeyer
Senior: Camdyn Quillman
Junior: Addy Jany
Senior: Nathan Jany
Junior: Brandon Korando
Junior: Jaden Ramirez
Runner Up: Jaden Bert
Runner Up: Kanon Jany
2026 Homecoming Queen: Aubrey Colvis
2026 Homecoming King: Zane Eggemeyer
Congratulations to the members of our court and to Zane and Aubrey!
CORTE, REY Y REINA DEL HOMECOMING 2026 DE CHS
Corte de Homecoming 2026 de Chester High School
Reina saliente de 2025: Callie Davis
Rey saliente de 2025: Trayton Peters
Último año: Joella Eggemeyer
Último año: Camdyn Quillman
Tercer año: Addy Jany
Último año: Nathan Jany
Tercer año: Brandon Korando
Tercer año: Jaden Ramirez
Finalista: Jaden Bert
Finalista: Kanon Jany
Reina de Homecoming 2026: Aubrey Colvis
Rey de Homecoming 2026: Zane Eggemeyer
¡Felicitaciones a todos los miembros de nuestra corte y a Zane y Aubrey!
On Saturday, September 26, members representing 11 class reunions returned to Chester High School for our Homecoming Class Reunion Tour. Mr. Blechle led returning alumni through the school’s facilities, giving them an opportunity to see CHS as our students experience it today. For many, the campus and learning environment have changed significantly since their own years at Chester High School.
The district remains committed to investing in facility improvements that support strong academics and enhance the overall student experience. We are also grateful for the continued generosity and support of Professor Sharp, whose ongoing investment in CHS and its students reflects a lasting commitment to the youth of our community.
We are proud of Chester High School, the educational opportunities it provides, and the generations of students and alumni who remain an important part of the CHS family.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this Homecoming tradition special.
RECORRIDO DE REUNIÓN DE EXALUMNOS DEL HOMECOMING DE CHS
El sábado 26 de septiembre, representantes de 11 reuniones de exalumnos regresaron a Chester High School para participar en nuestro Recorrido de Reunión de Exalumnos del Homecoming. El Sr. Blechle guió a los exalumnos por las instalaciones de la escuela, brindándoles la oportunidad de ver CHS tal como lo viven nuestros estudiantes hoy. Para muchos, el campus y el entorno educativo han cambiado significativamente desde sus años como estudiantes de Chester High School.
El distrito mantiene su compromiso de invertir en mejoras de las instalaciones que apoyen una educación académica de calidad y mejoren la experiencia general de nuestros estudiantes. También estamos agradecidos por la continua generosidad y el apoyo del Profesor Sharp, cuya constante inversión en CHS y en sus estudiantes refleja un compromiso duradero con los jóvenes de nuestra comunidad.
Estamos orgullosos de Chester High School, de las oportunidades educativas que ofrece y de las generaciones de estudiantes y exalumnos que continúan siendo una parte importante de la familia CHS.
Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron y ayudaron a hacer especial esta tradición de Homecoming.
Saturday, September 26th
Class Reunion Tours 9:00am, please enter through the Professor Sharp Cafeteria
RECORDATORIO DEL RECORRIDO DE REUNIÓN DE EXALUMNOS DEL HOMECOMING DE CHS
Sábado 26 de septiembre
Recorridos para Reuniones de Exalumnos – 9:00 a. m.
Por favor, ingresen por la Professor Sharp Cafeteria.
Homecoming Dance 7:00pm
Theme: Sunset Paradise
Students enter through the Breezeway
Families and Community please enter through the Juergens Gym Entrance, doors open to the public at 8:45pm with Coronation at 9:00pm.
RECORDATORIO DEL BAILE DE HOMECOMING DE CHS
Baile de Homecoming – 7:00 p. m.
Tema: Sunset Paradise
Los estudiantes deben ingresar por el Breezeway.
Las familias y los miembros de la comunidad deben ingresar por la entrada de Juergens Gym. Las puertas se abrirán al público a las 8:45 p. m., y la coronación será a las 9:00 p. m..
Great news for student journalism! The Sting has been awarded a $1,500 grant from Jerry Reppert at the Illinois Press Foundation to purchase new equipment. This funding will help upgrade the program's technology and production tools for the team. A special thank you to Mrs. Briggs for her time and guidance in reviewing the grant proposal last school year to help make this funding possible.
THE STING DE CHS RECIBE UNA SUBVENCIÓN
¡Excelentes noticias para el periodismo estudiantil! The Sting ha recibido una subvención de $1,500 de Jerry Reppert de la Illinois Press Foundation para la compra de nuevo equipo. Estos fondos ayudarán a modernizar la tecnología y las herramientas de producción del programa.
Un agradecimiento especial a Mrs. Briggs por su tiempo y orientación al revisar la propuesta de subvención durante el año escolar pasado, contribuyendo a hacer posible este financiamiento.
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Chester High School Student Council would like to remind students to bring payment for their Powderpuff T-Shirt orders tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22.
CHS GOLD STAR CYCLISTS SENDOFF
The Gold Star Cyclists will depart from Chester High School tomorrow morning at 7:00 a.m.
We invite our students, families, and community members to join us as we send them off on their journey of remembrance.
ANUNCIO DEL CONSEJO ESTUDIANTIL DE CHS
El Consejo Estudiantil de Chester High School desea recordar a los estudiantes que traigan el pago de sus pedidos de camisetas de Powderpuff mañana, martes 22 de septiembre.
DESPEDIDA DE LOS CICLISTAS GOLD STAR DE CHS
Los Gold Star Cyclists partirán de Chester High School mañana por la mañana a las 7:00 a. M.
Invitamos a nuestros estudiantes, familias y miembros de la comunidad a acompañarnos para despedirlos al comenzar su viaje de conmemoración y recuerdo.
Dress Up Days -
CHS Students! These are our Sunset Paradise themed Homecoming Dress Up days for September 21st - the 28th! We look forward to seeing as many of you participate with us in dressing up. We also hope to see everyone at the dance on the 26th.
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Meme Day
Wednesday: Powderpuff/Class Colors
Thursday: Hawaiian Day
Friday: School Spirit/Orange & Black
Dance -
This year's theme for homecoming is Sunset Paradise! Please join us on Saturday the 26th at 7:00pm till 10:00pm to enjoy the getaway from school that we all need and deserve. Coronation will follow at 9:30pm. Doors open to the public at 9:15pm. Ticket sales will start on Friday, September 18th. Individual tickets will be 15 dollars and couple tickets will be sold for 25. Once again we hope to see you all there!
Powderpuff -
It's time for our CHS girls to show the boys how it's done! Our annual Powderpuff game will be held September 23rd at 5:15 pm on the W.O. Smith field. While our tough football boys cheer the girls on, we watch to see which class will take the lead this year and prove to be the best. Directly after the game, there will be a bonfire in the back of the parking lot. We hope to see everyone there!
Parade -
This year's Sunset Paradise theme is sure to bring some nice tropical floats to this year's parade. The parade starts from the Randolph County Courthouse and goes to Chester High School. Join us at 4pm to watch the parade walk on by celebrating this year's homecoming week. We are all excited to see what our classes come up with this year. We hope to see you there!
HOMECOMING 2026
Días para Vestirse Según el Tema
¡Estudiantes de CHS! Estos son nuestros días para vestirse según el tema “Sunset Paradise” de Homecoming, del 21 al 28 de septiembre. ¡Esperamos que muchos de ustedes participen y se diviertan vistiéndose de acuerdo con cada tema! También esperamos verlos a todos en el baile el día 26.
Lunes: Día de Pijamas
Martes: Día de Memes
Miércoles: Powderpuff / Colores de la Clase
Jueves: Día Hawaiano
Viernes: Espíritu Escolar / Naranja y Negro
Baile
¡El tema de Homecoming de este año es “Sunset Paradise”! Acompáñennos el sábado 26 de septiembre de 7:00 p. m. a 10:00 p. m. para disfrutar del descanso de la escuela que todos necesitamos y merecemos.
La coronación será a las 9:30 p. m. y las puertas se abrirán al público a las 9:15 p. M.
La venta de boletos comenzará el viernes 18 de septiembre. Los boletos individuales costarán $15 y los boletos para parejas costarán $25. ¡Una vez más, esperamos verlos a todos allí!
Powderpuff
¡Es hora de que las chicas de CHS les demuestren a los chicos cómo se hace! Nuestro partido anual de Powderpuff se llevará a cabo el 23 de septiembre a las 5:15 p. m. en W.O. Smith Field. Mientras nuestros jugadores de fútbol americano animan a las chicas, veremos qué clase toma la delantera este año y demuestra ser la mejor.
Inmediatamente después del partido, habrá una fogata en la parte trasera del estacionamiento. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos allí!
Desfile
El tema “Sunset Paradise” de este año seguramente traerá unas fantásticas carrozas tropicales al desfile. El desfile comenzará en el Randolph County Courthouse y continuará hasta Chester High School.
Acompáñennos a las 4:00 p. m. para ver pasar el desfile y celebrar la semana de Homecoming de este año. Estamos muy emocionados por ver lo que cada clase ha preparado. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING 2026
Chester High School Homecoming is the week of September 21-26, 2026. The 2026 Homecoming Queen will be crowned Friday September 25 at halftime of the Chester vs Carlyle game. The King will be crowned at the 2026 Homecoming Dance Saturday September 26.
The Queen Candidates are (front row, left to right) Addy Jany, a junior. She is the daughter of Jeremy and Kelly Jany. Addy is involved in FCA, SADD, and Student Council; Aubrey Colvis, a senior. She is the daughter of Kyle and Jennifer Colvis. Aubrey is involved in Volleyball, Student Council, FCA, Just for Jackets, and NHS; Joella Eggemeyer, a senior. She is the daughter of Nate and Terra Eggemeyer. Joella is involved with Volleyball, Student Council, FCA, SADD, and NHS; Camdyn Quillman, a senior. She is the daughter of Marc Quillman and Kelli Quillman. Camdyn is involved in Student Council, Spanish Club, FCA, SADD, The HIVS, and the Interact Club.; and the final Queen Candidate is Jaden Bert, a junior. She is the daughter of Paul and Ashly Bert. Jaden is involved in Volleyball, Dance Team and FCA.
The King Candidates are (back row, left to right) Jaden Ramirez, a junior. He is the son of Aaron and Amy Eggemeyer. Jaden is involved in Cross Country, Football and FCA; Zane Eggemeyer, a senior. He is the son of Aaron and Amy Eggemeyer. Zane is involved in Football, Trap Shooting, and FCA; Kanon Jany, a senior. He is the son of Pete and Trisha Jany. Kanon is involved in Football and FCA; Nathan Jany, a senior. He is the son of Sam and Kristina Jany. Nathan is involved in the HIVE.; and the final King Candidate is Brandon Korando, a junior. He is the son of Jeff and Charity Korando. Brandon is involved in Football and FCA. Photo by Jim Beers
HOMECOMING 2026 DE CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
El Homecoming de Chester High School se celebrará durante la semana del 21 al 26 de septiembre de 2026. La Reina de Homecoming 2026 será coronada el viernes 25 de septiembre durante el medio tiempo del partido de Chester contra Carlyle. El Rey de Homecoming 2026 será coronado durante el Baile de Homecoming el sábado 26 de septiembre.
Las candidatas a Reina son (fila delantera, de izquierda a derecha): Addy Jany, estudiante de tercer año. Es hija de Jeremy y Kelly Jany. Addy participa en FCA, SADD y el Consejo Estudiantil. Aubrey Colvis, estudiante de último año. Es hija de Kyle y Jennifer Colvis. Aubrey participa en Voleibol, Consejo Estudiantil, FCA, Just for Jackets y NHS. Joella Eggemeyer, estudiante de último año. Es hija de Nate y Terra Eggemeyer. Joella participa en Voleibol, Consejo Estudiantil, FCA, SADD y NHS. Camdyn Quillman, estudiante de último año. Es hija de Marc Quillman y Kelli Quillman. Camdyn participa en el Consejo Estudiantil, Club de Español, FCA, SADD, The HIVS y el Club Interact. Jaden Bert, estudiante de tercer año. Es hija de Paul y Ashly Bert. Jaden participa en Voleibol, el Equipo de Baile y FCA.
Los candidatos a Rey son (fila trasera, de izquierda a derecha): Jaden Ramirez, estudiante de tercer año. Es hijo de Aaron y Amy Eggemeyer. Jaden participa en Cross Country, Fútbol Americano y FCA. Zane Eggemeyer, estudiante de último año. Es hijo de Aaron y Amy Eggemeyer. Zane participa en Fútbol Americano, Tiro al Plato y FCA.
Kanon Jany, estudiante de último año. Es hijo de Pete y Trisha Jany. Kanon participa en Fútbol Americano y FCA. Nathan Jany, estudiante de último año. Es hijo de Sam y Kristina Jany. Nathan participa en HIVE. Brandon Korando, estudiante de tercer año. Es hijo de Jeff y Charity Korando. Brandon participa en Fútbol Americano y FCA. Foto por Jim Beers
