This week during National School Lunch Week, we’re celebrating the importance of healthy and nutritious meals for students across the country. School lunches are more than just a meal – they fuel our kids' minds, help them stay focused, and support their growth and development!
Let’s give a huge shoutout to ALL the hardworking Student Nutrition Staff who make sure our children get delicious, balanced meals every day! Show your support in the comments!
As we have worked to address our high school facility needs, we have engaged our community and sought the input and feedback of our families, staff, and community members. The district began by conducting a thorough facilities study at each school site to identify the most critical needs.
In March 2024, the district conducted a community-wide survey to inform residents about our facility challenges and needs and seek community feedback on possible solutions as the next step in the district’s long-range facility plan. A total of 1,140 community members completed the survey.
District leaders and the Board of School Trustees carefully reviewed and considered the input from the community survey as they determined the next steps in this important process. This led to the Board’s approval of a bond referendum question for the November 5th ballot.
Learn more: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
CCSD is introducing My Ride K-12, a parent communication app, to its transportation operations!
My Ride K-12 is a mobile app integrated with student transportation software that allows both you and your student to access estimated times of arrival or departure for your bus. This helps ensure that you and your students are on time for pick-ups and drop-offs while making the bus route more efficient.
My Ride K-12 is now available for you to download on your Apple or Android mobile device. Simply search the app store for “My Ride K-12” to download and register yourself on the app.
For more information on how to register, visit: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/my-ride-k-12
Today, CCSD Director of Safety Jorge Alicea and SRO Ward joined the students at Great Falls Elementary School to take the National Day of Concern about Young People and Gun Violence student pledge. We stand behind these students as they unite against gun violence!
Schools in Chester County are celebrating Unity Day & the National Day of Concern about Young People and Gun Violence. Huge thanks to Chester County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Attorney's Office (SC) for speaking to CMS students on standing united against bullying and gun violence.
Staff from across CCSD met today for LETRS training. This is just one of several professional development sessions that took place as part of our OEC partnership with surrounding school districts.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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.
