Chester County School District

Across the Chester County School District, students and staff came together to remember 9/11 with heartfelt ceremonies and special activities. Thank you to everyone who helped make yesterday's time of remembrance so meaningful.

On this day, we honor the lives lost, the heroes who emerged, and the resilience of a nation forever changed.
May we never forget the bravery, the sacrifice, and the unity that followed.

The CCSD Board will hold a special-called meeting tomorrow, September 11, 2025, at 4:30 pm to discuss the interim superintendent selection process.

View the Agenda: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/board-meeting-documents
Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/@CCSDLIVE

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. Today, we come together to raise awareness, show support, and remind everyone that you are not alone. Mental health struggles can be invisible, but help and hope are real and available.

If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Talk to a friend, family member, or a mental health professional. CCSD also have incredible Mental Health Counselors and resources in place to help.

The national #988Lifeline provides support for people in suicidal crisis or mental health distress with minimal law enforcement involvement, unless there is a safety threat. If you need help with a mental health, suicide, or substance use problem, please contact 988.

Your story matters, your life matters.

ATTENTION: All phones and internet services are currently down at Chester Middle School. We ask for your patience as our crews work to resolve the issue.

If you need to contact the school, please call the District Office mainline for assistance at 803-385-6122.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!

Please join us in congratulating our very own Dr. Tammy Taylor on becoming CCSD’s new Coordinator of Recruitment and Employee Relations! Read more about this amazing educator on our website: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/article/2395292

Dr. Taylor will continue to serve as principal of Great Falls Elementary School until a new one has been appointed.

We’re thrilled to share that the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for our new classroom wing at Lewisville Elementary School was a huge success! Thank you to our local and state delegates who joined us to celebrate this exciting milestone. This beautiful new space represents our continued commitment to providing a top-quality learning environment where every child can thrive.

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Chronic absenteeism is a lost opportunity to learn. When students come to school, they engage, learn, and thrive. Let’s work together to reduce absenteeism and ensure every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

For more info, visit: https://awareness.attendanceworks.org/

Several members of the Chester County Board of School Trustees will attend the Lewisville Elementary School Classroom Addition Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.

No official district business will be discussed.

September Meal Menus are now available online at: https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/2240.
Please contact Student Nutrition Services if you have any questions.

Today, we celebrate the hardworking individuals who keep our communities moving forward. Thank you!

The CCSD Senior Citizen Gold Card for the 2025–2026 school year is now available!

These cards provide free admission to any school-sponsored event in the district. Cards are non-transferable and available to residents aged 65 and older. For more information or to request a card, please contact your local school or the District Office. Cards are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

REMINDER: All CCSD facilities will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal school district operations will resume on Tuesday.

Visit our website for a full academic year calendar: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/calendars

Dr. Sutton stopped in LHS for one of his regular school visits, chatting with students and staff, popping into classrooms, and soaking up that Lewisville pride!

REMINDER: August 19, 2025 is an Early Dismissal day for students. Early dismissal times are as follows:

Elementary: 11:45 am
Middle: 12:30 pm
High: 12:45 pm

Visit our website for additional information: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT – 17th Annual Ricky Campbell Football Jamboree MUSC Health Chester Senior High School

Due to current field conditions and out of concern for the safety and well-being of our student-athletes, the 17th Annual Ricky Campbell Football Jamboree sponsored by MUSC Health has been canceled. The best interests of our student-athletes will always remain our top priority!

We look forward to officially kicking off the regular season next Friday, August 22nd, as the Chester Cyclones travel to face Lancaster High School. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM at Lancaster High School.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, parents, and community for your continued support of Chester Cyclones Athletics. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to an exciting season ahead. Any tickets purchased online will be refunded.

— Jerry Caldwell
Athletic Director
Chester High School

Huge thanks to our friends at MUSC Health Chester Nursing Center for their generous donation of school supplies! Your support means the world to our students and schools.

Today, we join in celebrating Jamaican Independence Day, a day that honors the rich culture, resilience, and spirit of Jamaica. On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became an independent nation, and ever since, this day has stood as a symbol of freedom, pride, and identity.

To our Jamaican colleagues, students, and families, we celebrate with you today!