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Poetry Out Loud (State)
Nico DeGuzman of CHS
2nd Place in the State
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Senator Bryant's Youth Annual Spring Conference
Springfield 4/9/24
Our students did an awesome job representing CHS and
participating in a Mock Bill Committee Hearing.
It was a great day!
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Free entry. Check it out. 🤩
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CHS: WEDNESDAY 04/12/24 DYSON HELMERS SIGNING FOR CHEER AT LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY PLEASE JOIN US IN THE PROFESSOR SHARP CAFETERIA 3:15 PM
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CGS & CHS: EARTH DAY T-SHIRT ORDER DEADLINE EXTENDED TO END OF SCHOOL DAY TODAY, TUESDAY 04-09-24. DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO GET YOUR EARTH DAY T-SHIRT IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY ORDERED.
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CGS & CHS: After enjoying the eclipse with your glasses, pass the experience forward by donating your used eclipse glasses for children in Latin America to view the August 2024 eclipse. Glasses can be dropped off for collection at CGS and CHS.
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CHS: 2024 PROM ROYALTY
Congratulations to this years Prom Queen Josalynn Anaya, King Korbin Jany, Princess Elaina Lutman, and Prince Kolton Jany .
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CHS: Prom 2024 is underway.
Doors open to public at 8:45pm for coronation at 9:00pm.
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CGS & CHS: Yesterday, CGS & CHS staff were were inspired by dynamic speaker, Dr. Kelly Stewart, Associate Professor McKendree University and 2014 Superintendent of the Year.
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CHS: 2024 Prom Court
Chester High School has announced its 2024 Prom Court. Pictured (back row, left to right) are King Candidates Isaiah Roth, Max Blechle, Kolton Jany, Aden Runge, and Korbin Jany. (Front row, left to right) are Queen Candidates Josalynn Anaya, Lexi Eggemeyer, Elaina Lutman, Libby McCormick, and Mirra Krieg. Prom 2024 is Saturday April 6. The theme of this year's prom is, "Red Carpet". The event is being held in Juergens Gymnasium with doors opening to the students at 7:00 p.m.. The coronation of the 2024 Prom King and Queen will be at 9:00 p.m. with doors opening to the public at 8:45 p.m. for those who wish to see the coronation. All student attendees to this year's prom will be entered into a drawing for special prizes.
Jim Beers Photo
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CHS: Due to school cancelation on Tuesday, Prom ticket sales will be extended through tomorrow, Friday, April 5th during lunch. Tickets are NOT available at the door, so please take this last opportunity to get your tickets tomorrow. Single ticket $20 and Couple ticket $35. Thank you
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Kindergarten PRE- REGISTRATION Information!!!
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CHS: 2024 Prom Court (CORRECTED)
Apologies for the misspelling.
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‼ Attention ‼
The April school board meeting has been moved to this coming Monday, April 8, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
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2025 CHS Music Department Bahamas Cruise & Universal Orlando Trip
Planning Meeting, Monday April 22, 7:30pm in Colbert Gymnasium
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CHS: Less than 2 weeks away, save the date for our Distinguished Yellow Jacket Ceremony recognizing exceptional CHS students, coming April 15th. Letters of those who have been nominated will be mailed out tomorrow. A phone call confirming attendance will be made on Friday. Join us in this celebration of our students.
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Tomorrow's "Summer Vibes Day For Love Abby" has been postponed until next Wednesday, April 10th, so students can wear their favorite summer clothes on a warmer day. ☀️😎☀️
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CGS & CHS: EARTH DAY 2024 (T-SHIRT ORDER CORRECTION)
Earth Day 2024 is rapidly approaching. It is a great opportunity for our staff and students to show their love of the planet and our community through a variety of activities linking Chester schools and community together in the effort. We are now taking T-Shirt orders and the order form is attached. All orders must be submitted by April 9th, 8am. Please makes any checks payable to CHS. CHS Orders to Mrs. Hankins, Mrs. Mueller, or CHS Office. All feeder Grade Schools to have teachers compile orders for their offices by above deadline. Thank you
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CHS: Due to no school today, scholarships will be due tomorrow, Wednesday, April 3, at 3:00 in the student services office.
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Due to power outages in parts of the district, school will be canceled today, Tuesday, April 2nd. Stay safe as the community recovers from the storm.