Chester County School District

Earlier this morning, a Tornado Warning was briefly issued in our area. All schools immediately activated emergency protocols for adverse weather. The Warning has now been lifted, and school operations will proceed as normal. A Tornado Watch has been issued for the Great Falls area. All students are currently safe at school. CCSD will continue monitoring local weather conditions and send any updates as needed. We ask that everyone continue to exercise caution as they are traveling throughout the day.

It's Read Across America Week! Reading isn’t just a skill—it’s an adventure! Set aside at least 30 minutes a day to read with your family this week. Every page turned helps build a love for reading. Reading is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth and development.

National School Breakfast Week: A healthy breakfast fuels students' success because learning starts with a full stomach! Thank you to our Student Nutrition and Cafeteria staff for making sure our students have access to meals every day!

March breakfast and lunch menus are now available online at https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/2240. Please contact Student Nutrition Services if you have any questions.

CCSD wrapped up Black History Month with two great school events! First, students at Lewisville Middle wrote and presented their own versions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. Then, students from Chester Park Elementary School of Inquiry put on a fantastic production, showcasing many famous African Americans in the field of science, entertainment, education, and politics. Great job to all of the students and staff who worked very hard on these presentations!

This week, we celebrate Public Schools Week, an annual week-long celebration dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions and achievements of educators and education advocates in our public schools and the communities they serve. We are thankful and proud of the hard work and dedication of ALL of our faculty and staff members toward education!

CCSD celebrated SRO Appreciation Day by providing lunch to its dedicated School Resource Officers. Thank you to our amazing SROs for continuing to keep our buildings a secure environment to learn and grow!

Our next board meeting will be on 02/24/25. Public session will begin at 5:30 p.m. View agenda: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/board-meeting-documents Register for public comment: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/public-comment Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/c/CCSDLIVE

The latest information from the National Weather Service indicates steady precipitation throughout the day, with below-freezing temperatures overnight. These conditions are likely to create icy roads tomorrow morning. Due to the potential for unsafe road conditions, all CCSD facilities will be closed on Thursday, February 20, 2025. All 12-month staff members are asked to work remotely as well. All schools and facilities will close at 3:00 p.m. today. The Great Falls High Basketball game will be played at its regular time this evening. We wish the team well as they play this evening! We ask that everyone please remain safe and continue to monitor our social media for any updates. Have a great rest of your day!

Online registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year is now OPEN! Please visit our website for additional information: https://tinyurl.com/4taw4ypz.

Today, we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation's history and paved the way for our future. From visionaries who founded our democracy to modern trailblazers, we celebrate their dedication to liberty, justice, and the American dream. Happy Presidents Day!

Feb. 15th is National SRO Appreciation Day! Today, we wish to celebrate and thank the hard work and dedication that our SROs have in continuing to keep our schools a safe place to learn and grow. Thank you!

Happy Valentine's Day from CCSD!

DATE REMINDERS: February 14th is an Early Release Day for staff collaboration and planning across the district. All school dismissal times are available on our website. Monday, February 17th will be a weather make-up day and is designated as an asynchronous eLearning Day. All students should be reminded to take their devices home to complete assignments, as applicable. Spring Intersession will be Feb. 18th - 21st. There will be no school for students, aside from those receiving extra academic support. Schools have sent permission letters home with students who have been selected to participate. Only students who receive and return permission letters should plan to attend school for academic support during intersession. All students will return to school on Monday, February 24, 2025. Please contact your child's school or the CCSD District Office if you have any additional questions.

The CCSD Board will have a special meeting on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, for a work session. The meeting will begin at 4 p.m. at the District Office. View agenda: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/board-meeting-documents Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/c/CCSDLIVE

Online registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year opens on February 17, 2025! Please visit our website for additional information: https://tinyurl.com/4bktrdvv. Don’t miss the chance to secure your child’s spot for an amazing start to their education!

NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING WEEK: District Admins delivered lunches to show appreciation for all the support our counselors provide to students. Thank you to all school and mental health counselors, career coaches, and all in between for your continued dedication to education!

As February begins, we take this opportunity to celebrate Black History Month and reflect on the contributions of African Americans in shaping our workforce, industries, and communities. This year's theme, "African Americans and Labor," invites us to recognize the dedication, ingenuity, and leadership that have propelled progress in every sector of society. Black History Month is not only a time to reflect on the past but also to inspire our students and communities to build a future where hard work, talent, and determination continue to drive success for all.

What a fantastic Saturday morning as we held our annual career fair. Several eager candidates arrived to interview for roles in various departments. District administration even offered employment contracts on site! Thank you to everyone who participated in the event.

BE SURE TO JOIN US THIS MORNING! Attend the Chester County School District Recruitment Fair 2025! We’re hiring for a range of current openings, as well as for the 2025 - 2026 school year. TODAY, Saturday, February 1, 2025 9:00am-12:00pm Chester Middle School Positions available include: • Teachers • Paraprofessionals • Student nutrition staff • Maintenance staff • IT professionals and more Alternative certification representatives will also be onsite. To register ahead of the event, please visit https://tinyurl.com/CCSDFAIR2025.