REMINDER: The CCSD Board Candidate Forum, hosted by the CCSD Teacher Forum, will take place on October 15, 2024, at the Chester Middle School auditorium. See the candidates speak in person, or watch live on the District's YouTube channel. The forum will begin at 6:00 pm.
REMINDER: Monday, October 14, 2024, is our District OEC Professional Development Day. There will be no school for students.
All normal school operations will resume on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Even if you do not have children attending our schools, the results of an approved bond referendum could extend to the entire community. Strong schools can attract families, support local businesses, and create a vibrant, engaged community.
Additionally, schools serve the entire community. Our facilities hosted various community events, adult education programs, recreational activities, and more.
On November 5th, our community will vote on a proposed capital referendum to build two new high schools and make key additions to Great Falls High School.
Learn more: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, our community will vote on a $227 million bond referendum question. If it’s approved, CCSD would rebuild Chester High School and Lewisville High School while making key improvements and additions to Great Falls High School.
The bond referendum is intended to ensure generations of our students have access to the facilities, resources, and spaces they need to prepare for the opportunities and challenges of the future.
The estimated property tax increase would be $230 on every $100,000 of assessed home value. The tax increase on a motor vehicle worth $10,000 would be an estimated $34.50 per year.
Find more information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
The CCSD Board Candidate Forum, hosted by the CCSD Teacher Forum, will take place on October 15, 2024, at the Chester Middle School auditorium. Come see the candidates speak in person, or watch live on the District's YouTube channel. The forum will begin at 6:00 pm.
Today, we held our Annual Intern Breakfast at the District Office, and it was a wonderful event! A special thank you to Student Nutrition Services at Chester Park Complex for providing a delicious breakfast. We also want to extend our gratitude to Blake Barron (LHS), De'Harion Mobley (COLT), and Kara Murrell (CHS) for joining us and serving on the teacher panel.
Interns had a fantastic opportunity to ask questions about teaching and learn more about the Chester County School District.
DATE REMINDERS:
Tomorrow, October 4, 2024, will be a half day for students. Dismissal times are as follows:
• Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM
• Middle Schools: 12:00 PM
• High Schools: 12:15 PM
As previously announced, the weather make-up day scheduled for November 25, 2024, has been shifted to Monday, October 7, 2024, and has been designated as an eLearning Day. Please confirm all assignments with your child’s teacher.
The Fall intersession week for Chester County School District students will occur October 8 - 11, 2024.
The District’s OEC Professional Development Day will be Monday, October 14, 2024. There will be no school for students.
All normal school operations will resume Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
CCSD previously announced that the weather make-up day for Monday, September 30, 2024, would take place on November 25, 2024. Due to updated communication from the SC Department of Education, an eLearning Day can be used in place of physically making up the weather day in extreme circumstances, such as those associated with Hurricane Helene.
Therefore, the District has decided to move the weather make-up day to Monday, October 7, 2024, and designate it as an eLearning Day.
With asynchronous instruction, students work independently on the assignments provided. Teachers will advise students of all assignments for the day and will be available during normal school hours via email to provide support as needed.
The original decision to delay the make-up day until November was due to the closeness of the October 7th date, which would have had a greater impact on families and staff members, who already had plans scheduled ahead of time.
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day to the amazing individuals who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff! Your hard work behind the scenes makes all the difference. Thank you for everything you do!
Show your support in the comments below!
October breakfast and lunch menus are now available online at https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/2240.
Please contact Student Nutrition Services if you have any questions.
TONIGHT, we’re hosting our next Community Engagement Session & School Tour! The event will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Lewisville High School.
Learn about the needs at LHS and our other high schools, along with the proposed solution on the ballot this November. You can also ask questions and provide feedback.
Find additional information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
On TUESDAY, we’re hosting our next Community Engagement Session & School Tour! The event will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Lewisville High School.
Learn about the needs at LHS and our other high schools, along with the proposed solution on the ballot this November. You can also ask questions and provide feedback.
Find additional information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
We hope you and your families continue to remain safe as we navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Given a recent update from Chester County Emergency Management, all Chester County Schools will proceed on a normal schedule on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. We've been advised that road conditions have improved throughout the county, and residents continue to have their power restored.
We thank you for your continued support and patience as we ensure the continued safety of our students and staff members. We wish to give a special thank you to all first responders, and power restoration crews who have worked tirelessly over the past several days. Thank you!
Our school district is home to three unique high schools—each with its own distinct characteristics that contribute to the overall educational landscape of the area. There are a number of facility needs that we must address soon at each high school to ensure our students continue to have access to a high-quality educational experience.
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, our community will vote on a $227 million bond referendum question.
Under the proposal, Chester High School and Lewisville High School would be rebuilt. Significant improvements, renovations, and additions would take place at Great Falls High School to address key needs in that building.
Find more information and answers to frequently asked questions: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
The CCSD Scholarship Workshop for this evening, 9/26/24/, has been POSTPONED due to adverse weather. A new date will be scheduled at a later time. Students and parents are asked to please confirm the details with your high school.
Chester County Emergency Management has informed us that a Tropical Storm Warning will be in effect beginning at 5 pm this evening. As such, all after-school and athletic events scheduled for Thursday will be canceled.
The District will remain on eLearning on Friday, 9/27/24.
Please continue to monitor your local weather stations, and stay safe!
The National Weather Service, in conjunction with Chester County Emergency Management, is predicting potentially dangerous weather conditions Friday morning due to Hurricane Helene including flooding and sustained winds up to 43 mph. These conditions make it hazardous for our buses to operate while transporting students.
For the safety of our school community, the Chester County School District will move to an eLearning day on Friday, September 27, 2024. All after-school activities and athletic events scheduled for Friday will also be canceled.
Students are asked to please ensure they take all learning devices and necessary materials home with them. Teachers will be available during normal school hours via email to provide support as needed. All District staff members are also asked to work remotely. We will continue to monitor the situation and send updates as needed.
Please continue to watch local weather forecasts, and stay safe!
WEATHER UPDATE: The District is currently monitoring weather conditions and working in conjunction with Chester County Emergency Management. As always, we will notify everyone in the event of any school closures or delays due to hazardous weather.
In preparation for a possible e-learning day, we ask that all parents please remind their children to carry home any necessary items or learning devices over the next several days.
The safety of our students, school buses, and staff traveling on the roads during potentially hazardous conditions remains a priority. Please continue to check our social media, or website for any updates. Also, the District will send out direct communications via phone, text, and email.
Thank you for your cooperation, and please stay safe.
TONIGHT, we’re hosting our next Community Engagement Session & School Tour! The event will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Great Falls High School cafeteria.
Learn about the needs at GFHS and our other high schools, along with the proposed solution on the ballot this November. You can also ask questions and provide feedback.
Find additional information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
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