Chester County School District

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.

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!

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

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.

The 2025-2026 Academic Calendar is NOW AVAILABLE! Visit our website for additional information: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/calendars Please note: All school calendars, including the first and last days of school, are subject to change in the event of severe weather, changes to the current legislation, or other unforeseen circumstances.

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

Looking for a great job in education? 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. 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.

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Richard Williams on being selected as the District’s new Director of Information Technology! Mr. Williams began as a school technician in 2020 at Lewisville Elementary School, where he built a strong foundation in educational technology. He then transitioned to Chester Middle School, gaining valuable experience in student and staff support. A year later, he became a network engineer for the District, where he worked extensively with intercom systems, phones, Cisco switches, and overall network infrastructure, ensuring that our schools had the technology needed to support learning. He is eager to begin this new chapter in his career. “As the new Director of IT, I look forward to leading our technology initiatives, strengthening our infrastructure, and continuing to provide the best possible support for our schools and students. I am eager to see what the future holds and am committed to driving innovation and efficiency in our district technology.” Congratulations Mr. Williams!

Looking for a great job in education? 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. 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.